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Addressing misconceptions about biblical womanhood

Addressing misconceptions about biblical womanhood
God designed women to be defined by him, not anything or anyone else.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer March 19, 2021

Although Christians typically think of Eve as Adam’s “helper”—which is taken from Genesis 2:18—Eve’s name means “life,” “life-giving” or “the mother of all life.” God designed women to be complimentary—not inferior—to men.  WHO WAS THE PROVERBS 31 WOMAN? Our perception...

The coup in Myanmar demonstrates the need for democracy

Vigil in support of the government of Myanmar, opposing the military coup.
Democracy should be protected, both here at home and abroad.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer March 17, 2021

The military seized control of Myanmar after a general election on Feb. 1. Although General Aung San Suu Kyi's party clearly won, the military claimed widespread fraud and has yet to provide supporting evidence. In addition to military violence, Myanmar’s military has suspended licenses for a number...

American St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are disrespectful

American St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are disrespectful
Getting drunk and partying are not the best ways to honor a saint or an entire culture.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor March 15, 2021

With the month of March comes McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes, green Krispy Kreme doughnuts and leprechaun-themed decorations—all in the name of a British man named St. Patrick. As a result, March has also become Irish-American Heritage Month. While the annual, month-long celebration is used to honor...

It is time to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom

It is time to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom
Why California’s “do as I say, not as I do” governor needs to go.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor March 12, 2021

Lately, the Golden State has been looking a little rusty. With one of the nation’s highest homelessness rates, poor forest management and climate change threatening home safety, not to mention strict COVID-19 stay-at-home orders and curfews, many residents are upset and frustrated with the way Gov....

There are pitfalls to deciding our truth

There are pitfalls to deciding our truth
Our word choice reflects our lack of moral conviction in our society.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer March 10, 2021

It is fascinating how, in a society that is increasingly experiencing political and ideological division, popular catch phrases include “you do you” and “speak your truth.” While these phrases are often employed as a means of giving someone the freedom to make their own decisions, they are often...

We need to expand voting rights

We need to expand voting rights
The conservative push to restrict voting disenfranchises the marginalized.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor March 8, 2021

The 56th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, one of the most fateful moments in American civil rights history, is the first anniversary without the leadership of the late John Lewis. Led by him and Hosea Williams, a group of about 600 marchers crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama to find a battalion...

We need to celebrate women of faith who lead amid opposition

We need to celebrate women of faith who lead amid opposition
Women spiritual leaders have been neglected and undervalued, and we all pay the price for that lack of representation.
Evana Upshaw and Addison Freiheit March 5, 2021

This article was originally published on March 5 at 6:33 p.m., but was updated on March 9 at 3:20 p.m. with new information. “Women were the last disciples at the cross and the first at the empty tomb,” writes Catherine Groeger of Christianity Today.  Women were also the first evangelists,...

Wellness days are just another day for homework

Wellness days are just another day for homework
Although well-intended, we should be creating an intentional rhythm of sabbath for ourselves.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer March 3, 2021

When I imagine a restful day, I imagine waking up without a hundred “to-dos” running through my mind. I imagine hanging out with friends and reading a book that has nothing to do with the required reading stated on the syllabus. Maybe I would go to the beach or go on a hike. Either way, homework...

We should have more gender-neutral toys

We should have more gender-neutral toys
The Potato Head “culture war” is shedding much-needed light on the subject of gendering childrens’ toys.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor March 1, 2021

From a young age, and in most cultural contexts, we have been socialized to adopt—or reject—the gender norms placed on us by society. A primary way we are “gendered” is through the toys we play with as children. The toy company Hasbro has decided to remove the gender label “Mr.” from the...

Eating disorders are hiding in plain sight

Eating disorders are hiding in plain sight
The health industry is profiting off of our privilege and poor mental health.
Addison Freiheit, Staff Writer February 26, 2021

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week was created to bring awareness to a disease that hides in our society’s carefully crafted social media feeds. Despite the plethora of eating disorder recovery accounts and awareness hashtags, many fail to address the reality that the wellness industry is not...

Cancel culture is not a monolith

Cancel culture is not a monolith
Christians are called to have a Christ-like response when we engage with people online.
John Monk, Freelancer February 24, 2021

The debate regarding cancel culture has taken center stage in today’s political and social discourse. In his opening speech at the Republican National Convention this fall, Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina posed a question: “Do we want a society that breeds success, or a culture that cancels everything...

Texas needs our help—not bootstraps

A fountain froze over on the campus of Baylor University in Waco, Texas.
This disaster gives us a much-needed lesson in healthy interdependence.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor February 22, 2021

Texans have been facing dire circumstances this month as a result of an unusual winter storm that has left millions without power and clean water. At least 58 people have died. As the storm runs its course, we should be banding together to help them out of this crisis—not making fun of Texans for problems...