Students express interest in pep band

Adding a pep band to the atmosphere of Berry College’s football game days has piqued the interest of students, and has been a topic of conversation in our Music Program. While Berry already has a well established drumline that brings scholarships and competition to the recruitment of our school, students are wanting a collegiate football experience, but what exactly does this experience look like for such a small, private school like Berry? Continue reading Students express interest in pep band

Fair helps students find study abroad programs

On Sept. 7, the Berry College Office of International Experiences hosted the annual study abroad fair. This event was an opportunity for students to chat with Berry professors and representatives that are leading various study abroad programs. There are a wide range of programs available for students each year, from summer programs that are led by Berry professors, as well as semester-long trips that are hosted by affiliate organizations. Continue reading Fair helps students find study abroad programs

ESAs help students manage stress levels

Abigail Dunagan, Campus Carrier arts and living editor Registering an animal to live on campus at Berry is a complex process. Outside of the difficulties that come with registering a pet, having a pet living in campus housing can add an extra layer of chores to an already busy student’s day. Despite the challenges, many students have found that the process of having an Emotional … Continue reading ESAs help students manage stress levels

Berry experiences increase in diversity

Throughout Berry’s 120-year history, the school has strived to maintain a diverse campus culture in an effort to welcome more students, faculty and staff. Derived from this mission, there have been changes in the student population, curriculum and activities within the past few years through the joint effort of both administration and students.  Continue reading Berry experiences increase in diversity

Clubs at Berry seek new membership

Abigail Dunagan, Campus Carrier arts and living editor Berry College has many clubs and organizations that students can choose from. From Easy Bake Improv to the Pre-Vet club, there is an organization for almost any interest that students may have. Over the past year, some groups have struggled to build student membership. Berry students have busy schedules and other commitments that are contributing to the … Continue reading Clubs at Berry seek new membership

Prison reentry simulation allows participants to understand others’ struggles

On Tuesday, the Sociology of Disability (SOC 375) class along with a planning committee of representatives from selected community sponsors assisted the Department of Justice in convening a Prison Re-entry Simulation. This simulation, which took place at the at the Rome-Floyd Public Library, was meant to show the difficulty of reentering society after being imprisoned for a significant period of time.  Continue reading Prison reentry simulation allows participants to understand others’ struggles