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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Removal of art student’s pentagram stirs up controversy on campus

Removal of art student’s pentagram stirs up controversy on campus
Ludo Krabbendam’s display of the five-pointed star in his senior art exhibit was removed, causing some to raise concerns about censorship.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) May 3, 2019

On April 27, a pentagram—the symbol often associated with satanic or occult imagery—appeared on the door of the Earl & Virginia Art Gallery. The image, which senior studio art major Ludo Krabbendam used as the show title for his senior showcase exhibit, was promptly removed by the art department...

Christians can find middle ground for All Hallows’ Eve

Christians can find middle ground for All Hallows’ Eve
The battle will continue over how to view Halloween, but perhaps there is a reasonable middle ground.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor November 1, 2018

Halloween has come, but the discussions among Christians are rarely hallowed. Half of the Christian community have unpacked their basement crucifixes and other anointing oils in preparation for All Hallows’ Eve while the other half are desperately looking for stashes of free candy. But is there...