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A look at the work behind the production of MC Theatre’s ‘Grease,’ opening April 16
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A look at the work behind the production of MC Theatre’s ‘Grease,’ opening April 16

April 14, 2026 Addison Doornhaag
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MC students seek health care off campus grounds

April 14, 2026 Ansley Hoard
New sociology professor to join MC faculty for 2026-27: Annie McGhee
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New sociology professor to join MC faculty for 2026-27: Annie McGhee

April 14, 2026 Carrie Jones
Delta Kappa Epsilon and the history of Greek life at MC
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Delta Kappa Epsilon and the history of Greek life at MC

April 14, 2026 Carrie Jones
The rise, fall, and potential revival of the Chilhowean yearbook on MC campus
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The rise, fall, and potential revival of the Chilhowean yearbook on MC campus

April 14, 2026 Emma Knight
Brian Childs (’69): stories from his time as Echo editor
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Brian Childs (’69): stories from his time as Echo editor

April 14, 2026 Maddux Morse
As Dr. Aaron Astor bids farewell, what does that mean for the MC History Department?
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As Dr. Aaron Astor bids farewell, what does that mean for the MC History Department?

April 14, 2026 Finch Peddicord
Ted Higgs retires after years of service, both to his country and to Maryville
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Ted Higgs retires after years of service, both to his country and to Maryville

April 14, 2026 Audrey Rivera
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Maryville College opens discussionon reviving Greek fraternities, sororities

April 14, 2026 Eli Cauthorn
Students organize an anti-ICE protest on campus
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Students organize an anti-ICE protest on campus

March 31, 2026 Carrie Jones
Ted Higgs retires after years of service, both to his country and to Maryville
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Ted Higgs retires after years of service, both to his country and to Maryville

April 14, 2026 Audrey Rivera
As Dr. Aaron Astor bids farewell, what does that mean for the MC History Department?
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As Dr. Aaron Astor bids farewell, what does that mean for the MC History Department?

April 14, 2026 Finch Peddicord
Brian Childs (’69): stories from his time as Echo editor
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Brian Childs (’69): stories from his time as Echo editor

April 14, 2026 Maddux Morse
The rise, fall, and potential revival of the Chilhowean yearbook on MC campus
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The rise, fall, and potential revival of the Chilhowean yearbook on MC campus

April 14, 2026 Emma Knight
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February 20, 2024 Austin McKee

New members inducted into SGA 

Running for SGA requires strategic effort, with many students setting up campaigns as a way to gain support from voters.

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Black Student Association circa 1975. Photo courtesy of Maryville College Archives.
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February 20, 2024 Austin McKee

​​The importance of Black Student Alliance at Maryville College

Students coming into Maryville College are presented with an ideal image of an inclusive, all-encompassing environment that can offer anyone

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February 20, 2024 Austin McKee

Fostering a better environment for BIPOC students at Maryville College

While Maryville College implores the student body to “Do good on the largest possible scale,” the college itself seems to

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Local artist Pinkie Mistry poses for photo in her gallery/studio on E Broadway in Downtown Maryville. Courtesy of Maddux Morse.
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February 20, 2024 Maddux Morse

Pinkie Mistry’s peaceful art gallery just a walk away from MC campus

Above Neighborly Books in Downtown Maryville, Pinkie Mistry’s self-named gallery showcases her work in various mediums. Pinkie Mistry Gallery and

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Maryville College students attend a worship service at the Center for Campus Ministry. Photo courtesy of Maryville College.
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February 20, 2024 Audrey Rivera

Upcoming Chapel: Search for Belonging in the CCM

In keeping with this year’s chapel theme of “Belonging,” various faculty will be speaking in the coming weeks on their

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February 6, 2024 Admin

Cartoon Submission : Isabella Carroll

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The Center for Campus Ministry dressed in snow. Photo courtesy of Hannah Lee.
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February 6, 2024 Hannah Lee

Chilled Chronicles: Maryville College’s Winter Wonderland

As Maryville College defrosts and Tennessee’s more typical winter weather begins to set in, now is as good a time

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The MC Women’s Softball field, covered in snow before thawing - Photo Courtesy of Brecca Williams
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February 6, 2024 Maddux Morse

Snowfall impacts coaches and players of outdoor spring sports

The start of the 2024 spring semester brought unexpected challenges for more than just MC academics. With additional weather-related obstacles

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A snow covered Maryville College campus. Photo courtesy of Lauren Huffstetler.
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February 6, 2024 Austin McKee and Audrey Rivera

Scots find struggle and warmth in a cold embrace

As snow and ice blanketed Maryville College, preparations were already in order for the tumultuous week ahead. While some students

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Maryville College’s Campus was covered in snow for almost a week.
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February 6, 2024 Marlee Giles

Maryville College facilities respond to historic snowfall

Severe winter weather, including a rare accumulation of 8.5 inches of snow within five days, brought unprecedented challenges to Maryville

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