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1Mar

By Bogey D. BearcatNo Comments

Advice

Dear Bogey: Smirky Jerky

Dear Bogey, I have been working at Walmart for the past three years. I have done anything and everything the boss has asked of me. My co-worker Brian has become my best friend here; we enjoy every moment together. This past month, the boss announced that there would be a management position opening up and that we could all interview for the position. Unfortunately, Brian did not make it past the first round. While I am sad for him, I am very happy that I made it. After a week of waiting for updates, my boss told me I got the job! When I told Brian, he just stood there and gave me a little smirk and said “Yay.” We haven't talked much since then. Do you have any advice on how I should approach the situation?  Sincerely, Smirky Jerky Coworker friendships can be hard to navig...

26Feb

By Popular DelusionsNo Comments

Advice

It’s All in Your Genes, Right?

From Popular Delusions, a blog by Honors Intro to Psychology students It’s All in Your Genes, Right? | Popular Delusions (wordpress.com) Have you ever heard that you can’t change who you are because of the genes that come from your parents? Well, you would be lumped into a group with the many people who also believe that myth. Because it is a common myth, a simple Google search gives you many articles that include misinformation about heritability and the impact of genes. People may misinterpret how genes influence behavior and write about them, such as this article that lists 27 things that are supposedly inherited from your parents. Simply defined, heritability is a measure of differences in traits across people due to genetics. If a trait is 100% heritable, the differences...

23Feb

By Bogey D. BearcatNo Comments

Advice

Dear Bogey: Muddled McKendree Bearcat

Dear Bogey, I am very confused and conflicted about how my roommate and I are acting. We've been rooming together for the whole first semester, so about eight weeks, and I go through phases of how I feel about him. Depending on the day, he is my best friend or my worst enemy. I feel like sometimes our personalities just don't blend well together. He likes to be the loudest person who talks the most in conversations. I like to be a contributing member of the group, but often I get interrupted and can't even finish what I am saying/talking about. I'm torn between being quiet and just rarely talking or confronting him about it. What's the best course of action for me to take to have a great friendship and rooming situation? Sincerely, A Muddled Mckendree Bearcat Roommate prob...

21Feb

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Profiles

Senior Spotlight: Brianna Burke

By Megan Melone, Writer Photography submitted by Brianna Burke Brianna Burke is a senior secondary English education major from Fort McMurray in Alberta, Canada. Brianna is the goalie for the McKendree women’s hockey team, and she also plays saxophone in the McKendree jazz band. I interviewed Brianna about her time at McKendree and her plans after graduation: Where are you from? BURKE: I am from Fort McMurray, Alberta Canada. How has living in the U.S. been for you? BURKE: When I first came down here, it was quite a culture shock. I came in August of 2020, and that was when the election was going on, so just seeing the political climate and how very different it was from home and proximity-wise being so far from home was a huge change. I had never lived awa...

15Feb

By Isabella BrandNo Comments

Entertainment

Go on a Blind Date With a Book!

By: Isabella Brand Photography collected by Isabella Brand Like many places this type of year, most libraries participate in the festivities of Valentine’s Day. Along with decorating, some libraries take Valentine’s Day to the next step with their own version of a “blind date.” If you have been in Holman Library this month, you may have noticed a decorated table near the couches and the front desk. On the display table was a sign that read “Go on a Blind Date with a Book!” One of our librarians, Kasandra, put up the display on February 4th. The display lasted until the 11th. Students and staff were allowed to pick out a wrapped item on the Valentine’s Day-themed table. These items consisted of puzzles, DVDs, books, and stickers. Some books had a typed description taped on the...

Do You Have What It Takes To Be A McKendree Student Staff Member?

9Feb

By Grace GrossNo Comments

Campus Events

Do You Have What It Takes To Be A McKendree Student Staff Member?

By: Grace Gross, Lead Editor Photography collected by Grace Gross “The Office of Residence Life plays a vital role in supporting the academic mission of McKendree University by creating an atmosphere that encourages holistic development” (McKendree Residence Life). Residence Life, referred to as Res Life, is here to provide you with a safe residential community while promoting student success. As a student, when can you be a part of the Res Life community? Currently! Res Life is accepting student applicants for the Fall 2024 school year. There are two positions available: Resident Assistant (RA) and Student Academic Mentor (SAM). By clicking on the desired position, you will be taken to the position description and employment agreement document. Here you can find specifi...

7Feb

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Profiles

Senior Spotlight: David Justice

By: Megan Melone, Writer Photography submitted by David Justice David Justice is a senior music major from Vandalia, Illinois. Along with being the president of the McKendree Spectrum Alliance, they are also a resident assistant in Walton Hall, a member of the Spirit of McKendree Band, Vice President of Finance for Alpha Delta Gamma, and involved in the McKendree Theatre program. I interviewed David about their time at McKendree and their plans after graduation: Why did you choose to come to McKendree? Justice: I was originally recruited for the former marching band, but I came here when everyone had just got back from COVID, so we didn’t really have too much of a marching band. And with other circumstances, it turned into the spirit band, which is what it is now. How is ...

Meet the Student Recipients of the 2024 MLK Humanitarian Award

31Jan

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Campus News, Community Events

Meet the Student Recipients of the 2024 MLK Humanitarian Award

By Megan Melone, Writer Cover photo of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the March on Washington retrieved from Getty Images Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a civil rights activist and leading figure in the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. King advocated for an end to legal segregation through non-violent acts of protest and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. McKendree University honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by awarding students and faculty who embody King’s philosophy for non-violent advocacy for change and emulate humanitarian principles through their actions and words. Recipients of the MLK Award embrace and advocate for inclusion, social justice, and service to others. McKendree’s 2024 student recipients of the McKendree Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award are Ma...

6Dec

By Grace GrossNo Comments

Campus Events

EDUrain Off-Campus Housing

By: Grace Gross, Lead Editor Photos collected from EDUrain & McKendree University Off-Campus Living Community It’s required that all full-time, undergraduate McKendree University students live in university housing. Research shows that living on a university campus will bring a student’s learning, growth, and development rates up. Generally, students who live on campus are more satisfied with their college experience. By living on campus and being active within the community, students build stronger ties to the University, typically earn better grades, and are more likely to graduate according to Off-Campus Housing Market | McKendree University (n.d.). McKendree Residence Life gives 3 reasons why living on campus “just makes sense…” It is convenient to be near t...

4Dec

By Elana MelzerNo Comments

Podcasts

Fall 2023 McK Radio Wrapped!

By Elana Melzer, Head Producer This semester, the McK Radio reached new heights! Two new series were started, and more Bearcats tuned in to listen. The first episode of McK U Know was published on September 28th. This series, run by Kira Johnson and Rhian Dobinson, is all about getting to know what is going on with sports and clubs at McKendree. In fact, the third episode on women’s soccer was the McK Radio’s top podcast, according to Spotify Wrapped for Podcasters! Go and give this episode a listen! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/jcmP8RrM9Eb And “McK U Know episode 1 Bowling” was the top episode of the semester on SoundCloud. https://soundcloud.com/mckradio/mck-u-know-episode-1-bowling?si=7ecddf71f7eb483ba0331a018e6f507c&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=te...