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Meet the SMU presidential nominees

The Student Missionary Union candidates share their platforms and vision for 2022-2023.

Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief • February 11, 2022

Biolans will have the chance to vote for the next Student Missionary Union president at the Bell Tower starting Monday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m. after a special elections chapel. Polls close on Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 10:00 p.m. Two SMU presidential candidates shared the commitments and goals that make up...

Having a mentor improves chances of success

Students should consider a mentor a necessity, not an option.

Kei-Lynn Wheaton, Staff Writer • January 19, 2022

A nervous new student awaits his first day of classes. He sits in the student lounge and overhears a conversation about a mentor who helped someone with their success and gave insightful advice. He sounds excited because he has someone to depend on and ask questions about life or the road map for his...

SEID connects FirstGen students to career resources

First-generation week celebrates student accomplishments.

Monica Salazar-Jimenez and Caleb Jonker • November 10, 2021

National FirstGen week began on Nov. 8 and continues until Nov. 12. In past years, Student Enrichment and Intercultural Development dedicated one day a year for FirstGen students, according to assistant director of SEID Lester Larios. In 2020, SEID hosted a full week of events online due to the COVID-19...