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Battle of the Paddles
Berry College’s Intramural Sports Department hosted its first ever table tennis tournament. Continue reading Battle of the Paddles
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Community Members Protest ICE in Downtown Rome.
Community members gathered on Broad Street to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement policies. Continue reading Community Members Protest ICE in Downtown Rome.
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Troupe Talk Episode 6: “She Kills Monsters”
In this episode, we will be talking about BCTC’s upcoming production, “She Kills Monsters”. our first guests will be actors Emma Laysline, Jay Vote, and Lucas Casaletta-Holmes, who are some of the main characters of the show. Next, we will talk to Wren Gerac, Jake Parks, Moira Dean, and Jayla Hall, the designers and puppeteers of the giant dragon in the show. Then, we will round things up with Brian Thomas, Amerial Page, and Barrette Eldridge, who help provide the comedic element to this show about grief. Continue reading Troupe Talk Episode 6: “She Kills Monsters”
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Coyote Sightings on Berry College’s CAMPUS. Wildlife wonder or SAFETY THREAT?
Berry College’s infamous “Viking Trail” turns into a home for elusive predators as coyotes have recently made a surprise appearance on campus, sparking safety concerns among students and families. Continue reading Coyote Sightings on Berry College’s CAMPUS. Wildlife wonder or SAFETY THREAT?
Women’s lacrosse team fighting for top spot in SAA
Brittni Hall, head coach of the women’s lacrosse team, came to Berry eight years ago. A collegiate coach for 15 years, she started her career at nearby Shorter University. However, Hall had always known Berry to be a beautiful spot, and after leaving Shorter to participate in overseas mission work, she knew exactly where she wanted to coach when she returned. Hall has one main goal for the lacrosse team this year: leading her team to first or second place in the Southern Athletic Association (SAA). Continue reading Women’s lacrosse team fighting for top spot in SAA
Students get creative at Hackathon
On Friday, Feb. 20, students gathered in the Hackberry Lab and hosted their monthly Hackathon. For four hours, participants transformed ideas into their own creations, from sewn garments and baked goods to coded programs and mechanical builds. Hackathon is open to any Berry student, regardless of experience level. Continue reading Students get creative at Hackathon
A look at anti-AI perspectives
As artificial intelligence (AI) programs continue to advance, their use in education, daily life and the workplace is still a controversial topic. Students and faculty across institutions all over the world have to deal with the rapidly growing realm of AI chatbots. These platforms are quickly becoming something students rely on to draft essays and work on projects, raising the question of how AI is impacting students’ education and faculty’s experiences when dealing with academic dishonesty. Continue reading A look at anti-AI perspectives
Choosing a college to attend shouldn’t be stressful
As a junior and senior in high school, I was one of many students stressed about college decisions. I was constantly comparing my “dream” schools to back-up schools, and at the time, it felt like the decision I made about where I wanted to go was going to dramatically affect my entire life. Everyone around me was in the same boat, constantly talking about college stats and worrying about their applications. Continue reading Choosing a college to attend shouldn’t be stressful
Our View: Berry must end their Aramark contract
What would you do if you were told that you were inadvertently giving money to an organization that you do not support? Companies often do business with other organizations, and it can be difficult to keep up with what they fund. Nonetheless, it is extremely important to pay attention to what you are supporting so you can place your money into causes you approve of. Continue reading Our View: Berry must end their Aramark contract
Berry Police outlines immigration enforcement, off-campus crime policies
Officials from Berry College Police Department (BCPD) shared details on their approach to immigration enforcement activities and off-campus crime. While they declined to share specifics on how they would handle immigration enforcement actions, they said they regularly cooperate with local law enforcement. Continue reading Berry Police outlines immigration enforcement, off-campus crime policies
Students’ average grades rising at Berry and other US colleges
At colleges throughout the country, students are seeing an increase in A grades. At some highbrow universities like Harvard, which has a reputation for being competitive and offering intensive courses, a majority of students are currently achieving an A in most of their classes. Continue reading Students’ average grades rising at Berry and other US colleges
Brotherhood, drive make the dream work for baseball
“The people make Berry,” David Beasley, head coach of the baseball team, said.
As someone who has worked at Berry College for 31 years, Beasley has had a lot of experience with both coaching and the college. From being an honorary alumnus to having multiple family members attend and graduate Berry, Beasley has seen many types of players come and go. But no matter how much time has passed, one thing has always stood out to him: the team’s collective brotherhood and drive. Continue reading Brotherhood, drive make the dream work for baseball
AAPI hosts Lunar New Year celebration
The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) student group welcomed students and faculty to a vibrant celebration of the Lunar New Year on Monday. From red envelopes and calligraphy to Jeopardy-styled trivia, the event highlighted both diversity and unity within Asian cultures. Continue reading AAPI hosts Lunar New Year celebration
The Highs and Lows of Caffeine
College students consume many energy drinks and cups of coffee per semester, as hustle culture and all-nighters are common for busy students. Coffee shops are available on campus for easy trips, and energy drinks fill the vending machines and shelves of campus stores. With this increased convenience, many students make caffeine intake a part of their daily routine. Continue reading The Highs and Lows of Caffeine