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Maryville College opens discussionon reviving Greek fraternities, sororities

April 14, 2026 Eli Cauthorn
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
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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October 24, 2023 Jaelyn Hedrick

Maryville College Halloween traditions

Halloween is a time for spooky movies, haunted houses, parties, local traditions, happiness and sugar rushes. Thanks to its rich

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October 24, 2023 Marlee Giles

Maryville alumni will always come “Home to Howee”

For current Maryville College students, Homecoming was a weeklong event that included everything from a concert in Isaac’s Cafe on

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October 24, 2023 Chloe Breid

College Cemetery reveals an interesting history

As October comes to an end and the spooky season reaches its peak, Maryville College’s College Cemetery might be expected

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October 24, 2023 Zella Belcher

Wendy Specter’s obsession with Halloween

Every student, staff member and professor of the Maryville College community has recently seen the expansion of Halloween decorations accumulating

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From the MC Archives: Letters outlined in black signified that the correspondence had to do with death. Photo courtesy of Shanon Adame.
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October 24, 2023 Shanon Adame

Local Legends: Appalachian Death Rituals

Since the dawn of time, humans have dealt with death and mourning in all sorts of ways. Appalachia is no

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Coca-Cola Man lights up the night. Photo courtesy of Temis Guzman.
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October 24, 2023 Shanon Adame

The rise of Coca-Cola Man

He has become somewhat of a legend on campus. On Yik Yak, students post blurry pictures of a man in

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Club Lineup
October 11, 2023 Admin

Club Lineup

Upcoming Events: The Sisterhood Circle InterVarsity Maryville College Pride Club PAVE Global Citizenship Organization History Preservation and Traditions Club Maryville

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October 11, 2023 Admin

Signs of Fall

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Maryville College First Steps Coordinator Emily Dobias and Sophomore Megan Cooper dig to plant tulips for “Planting Hope.” Photo courtesy of Savannah Slater/Maryville College.
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October 11, 2023 Lilli Bryan

Maryville College Plants Hope

Mental health is an unseen entity that affects a large majority of the population. Although mental health issues are invisible,

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Poetry
October 11, 2023 September Wilson

Poetry submission: “Abroad” by September Wilson

September is a senior majoring in Business Management. They are currently the Business and Events manager for Impressions. Wilson uses

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