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From Senior Bearcats to Freshmen: Tips for Making the Most of College

17Feb

By Grace GrossNo Comments

Advice

From Senior Bearcats to Freshmen: Tips for Making the Most of College

By Grace Gross, Editor-in-Chief Photography provided by seniors Seniors, it is that time of year! Graduation is coming so soon, yet not soon enough! As a senior, I’ve thought a lot about what I would tell my younger self entering college for the first time. Similarly, I’m sure there are many things you might change or do differently. Although we cannot go back in time, we do have the opportunity to share our experiences with those of you who have more time at McKendree. Also, if any future Bearcats are out there, pay close attention! I interviewed three seniors in the class of 2025: Elena Melzer, Andres (Andy) Aguilera, and Mia Wylie–all of which are actively involved in campus life! What study habits have helped you the most throughout college? Elena finds that breaking bi...

22Jan

By Elana MelzerNo Comments

Campus News, Perspective

Inaccessibility: A Barrier to Education

By Elana Melzer, Head Producer of McK Radio Photography by Elana Melzer The front of Piper Academic Center, facing the road When walking to class, have you ever noticed loose bricks, uneven sidewalks, or stairs at the entrances of nearly every building? For most students these little details might be annoying minor inconveniences but for disabled students they stand out. These little details can be a massive barrier for some students and faculty members. McKendree is the oldest private university in Illinois meaning our buildings are also old. Buildingslike Old Main and Eisenmayer have historical significance on campus. We also have some newer buildings, like Piper Academic Center (PAC) and the Hett. And, with the campus being built on a hill, we have many stairs a...

10Dec

By Isabella BrandNo Comments

Advice

Tips for Final Exam Season

By Isabella BrandTitle photo retrieved from lifehack.org Welcome to finals week! Some students have already left campus for winter break, while others still have one more week. Here are some tips for getting through the semester's last few days. Get Enough Rest One of the most important tips is getting enough sleep. As a college student, I can attest that this is one of the more challenging things to overcome. If you tend to procrastinate, you may do average bedtime procrastination and complete most of your homework around midnight. But the brain needs seven to nine hours of sleep. Getting six hours of sleep or less can greatly affect memorization. 2. Find a Good Study Spot It can be tempting to study in your room, but you may often find yourself getting distracted. While...

4Nov

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Profiles, Sports

Senior Spotlight: Kiley Hasenfratz

Written by Megan Melone Photography by McKendree Athletics and Kiley Hasenfratz Kiley Hasenfratz is a senior exercise science major from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Kiley is a forward on the McKendree women’s hockey team. I interviewed Kiley to find out more about her time at McKendree: What is your major? HASENFRATZ: I’m an exercise science major. I got really interested in the body one year, after getting hurt a bunch while playing hockey. So, I initially taught myself how to take care of myself after a game and recover properly, and that just made me really interested in the body, and I thought like you know what? This would be a really good profession to take over and help other people when they can't. Kiley Hasenfratz Why did you decide to study abroad? HASENFRATZ:...

1Nov

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Profiles

Senior Spotlight: James Cronin

Written By Megan Melone Photography By McKendree Athletics and James Cronin James or “Jimmy” Cronin is from Naperville, Illinois, and is a senior middle school education major focusing on social sciences. Jimmy is also the starting goalkeeper for the McKendree men’s water polo team. I interviewed Jimmy Cronin about his time at McKendree and future plans: What’s your major and why’d you pick it? CRONIN: My major is middle school social science. So, I’m gonna be a middle school history teacher. So, originally I came in, and I didn’t have a clue what I was doing, and I just kind of sat around. I ended up getting the Covid-19 year, so I got an extra year to kind of think about everything. Looking back at it, I thought, Who are the people that made the biggest impact in my life and...

Roommate Love and Hate: Maintaining Peace in Your Dorm

28Oct

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Advice

Roommate Love and Hate: Maintaining Peace in Your Dorm

By Megan Melone Photography from My Friends from College and eBaum’s World Do you wake up in the middle of the night and see your roommate and think who is this person? We’ve reached the middle of the semester, and the honeymoon phase between you and your roommate is about over, if it didn’t end a while ago. At this point, most students are experiencing burnout. They’re tired from studying for midterms and are quickly coming to the realization that they have another month and a half of schoolwork and extracurricular activities. In the midst of the exhaustion it can be hard to keep the peace between you and your roomie, no matter how much you like them. Whether it's clutter, chores, guests or space, you will find something annoying about that person. And that’s normal! It’s hard to ...

William Davis Shares Business Advice with Students

7Oct

By Madison RohnNo Comments

Advice, Campus Events, Campus News

William Davis Shares Business Advice with Students

By Madison Rohn, Lead Editor Cover photo from McKendree University Marketing and Communications Last Thursday, students received life and business advice from William Davis, the Illinois Region President for Deaconess Illinois and Chief Administrative Officer of Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon and Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion. Davis oversees multiple hospital facilities in Illinois and is known for his thoughtfulness, giving back to the community and leadership skills. He was nationally recognized as a “Rural Hospital CEO to Know” and “Black Healthcare Leader to Know” by Becker’s Hospital Review. Davis received his Master of Business Administration degree from McKendree, and he returned to his alma mater as a part of the Lanter Lecture Series. ...

3May

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Profiles, Sports

Senior Spotlight: Isabella Barbaglia

By Megan Melone, Writer Photography via Bella Barbaglia Isabella Barbaglia is a senior history major. She is the president of the McKendree History Club, plays on the McKendree women’s golf team, and is a member of both, Phi Kappa Phi and Phi Alpha Theta honor societies. I interviewed Bella about her time here at McKendree and her after-school plans: Where are you from? BARBAGLIA: I am from St. Louis, Florissant Area, which is like North St. Louis. Why did you decide to come to McKendree? BARBAGLIA: I went to Rockhurst in Kansas City, and after my freshman year I decided I didn’t like it. I wanted somewhere closer to home and I was looking at small schools. When I visited McKendree, I loved the campus and had the opportunity to play golf, so I decided to com...

29Apr

By Bogey D. BearcatNo Comments

Advice

Dear Bogey: The Angry Elf

Dear Bogey, I have a friend who gets mad over the littlest things. This person is always moody, and it is getting to the point where I can't stand to be around him. When he's in a good mood, he's the funniest person I know, but when he's mad, it is the complete opposite. I understand he is my friend and it should be easy to talk with him about this, but I don't know how to go about it. I don't want to lose him as a friend if I confront him, so I am really torn on what to do. What should I do about my friend, and how should I confront him on his mood swings? Sincerely, The Angry Elf Emotions can be difficult to manage in friendship conflicts. Graphic from theconversionlift.com Dear The Angry Elf,   When dealing with a friend who has frequent mood swings...

26Apr

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Profiles

Senior Spotlight: Charli Thurlow

By Megan Melone, Writer Photography submitted by Charli Thurlow Charli Thurlow is a senior mathematics major with a sociology and business minor. She is on the McKendree women’s golf team and a member of both the Phi Eta Sigma honor society as well as the Pi Mu Epsilon honor society. I interviewed Charli about her time at McKendree and her after-school plans: Where are you from? THURLOW: Belleville, Illinois, about twenty minutes from here. Why did you choose to come to McKendree? THURLOW: I liked the idea of being close to home, which I have really enjoyed these past four years. I also liked the small close-knit classroom rather than a big, open lecture hall. Being close with my professors has been really nice and helpful, and I liked the campus when I saw it. I he...