Beyond the buff Jesus: Giving up anxiety
We often think of Lent as a time of either taking things on, such as running, journaling or eating mindfully,…
Perspectives
MC students experience Final Four in unexpected way
We huddled under the doorway to escape the rain as a little man with a walkie-talkie checked our IDs before…
Tropical paradise trashed: Conservation biology in Bonaire
This year, I spent my spring break studying abroad in Bonaire, an island municipality of the Netherlands located in the…
Difficulties of achieving an education in Tennessee
Nelson Mandela once said “education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” My experience…
Ask Garrett for April 9, 2014
Dear Garrett, I made really awesome grades in high school, and I thought that I was really intelligent. Now, here…
Marshall Islands feel imminent effects of climate change
“Jepilpilin ke ejukaan,” the motto of the Marshall Islands, is translated as “accomplishment through joint effort.” A loose collective of…
Ask Garrett for March 5, 2014
Dear Garrett, A lot of people I know are getting married. I feel like every day I see girls I…
All in outside: When it comes to fitness, a little goes a long way
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in these articles do not necessarily represent those of Maryville College or the Highland Echo staff.…
Conversations outside of one’s racial comfort zone
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in these articles do not necessarily represent those of Maryville College or the Highland Echo staff.…