Being nonreligious at MC
When I was accepted at Maryville College, its affiliation with the Presbyterian church was the furthest thing from my mind.…
Perspectives
Impoverished Politics: Living in Trump’s America
It’s hard for me to find the words to complete this piece. My whole soul has been heavy for days…
Student reflects on time as an intern in Stockholm
Studying abroad is more than a few weeks or months away from home. It is the opportunity of a lifetime.…
Let’s talk Religion and Sexuality: Satanism
Satanism is a misunderstood ideology. Many people believe it is about sacrificing animals or participating in rituals that call Satan…
So, where do we go from here?
Our country has elected Donald Trump to be our next president. This article was supposed to be a simple recap…
Crowding in the Smoky Mountains
It was 11 a.m. on a beautiful and sunny Saturday when Matt Whitehead and myself left the Maryville College parking…
The Liberating Arts: Who are you?
Who are you? Or maybe, who are we? This is a question we might ask from time and time, and…
Live Like a Local: Spain Edition
Ana Gonzalez-Tablas is a translation/interpreting major from the University of Murcia in Spain. Speaking of home, Gonzalez-Tablas said, “There are…
Let’s talk sexuality and religion: Asexuality and aromanticism
Many people grow up knowing that feeling romantic attraction and wanting sex is normal. Everyone wants to lose their virginity,…