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William Davis Shares Business Advice with Students

7Oct

By Madison RohnNo Comments

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. ...

3Oct

By Elizabeth (E.J.) CollinsNo Comments

Campus News

Once a Bearcat, always a Bearcat!

By Elizabeth Collins Larry Davis III, a McKendree alumnus and former Bearcat football player, has taken over as Director of Inclusive Education and Global Experience at McKendree University. Davis was promoted to the new position this summer after being hired as a Student Success Mentor. His new responsibilities include overseeing the international students to make sure they stay in compliance with school guidelines so they can continue studying at McKendree. He also advocates for marginalized populations of students including African Americans and LGBTQ+. Davis will also be responsible for hosting diversity and inclusion events and training on campus. But most importantly, Davis hopes students will go to him for help, advice or to plan an event on campus. Davis sai...

1Oct

By Elana MelzerNo Comments

Academics

Sitting Down with a SAM

By Elana Melzer, Head Producer of McK RadioTitle photo submitted by MaryAnn Romagna While walking across campus, you have likely seen the flyers about the SAMs, or Student Academic Mentors. But what do the SAMs do, and why should students take advantage of their services? I sat down with one of the SAMs, MaryAnn Romagna, to answer these questions and more! What are the SAMs? The SAMs are one of the many free services available for students at McKendree. As MaryAnn said, “SAMs are Student Academic Mentors, and we are part of ResLife. We hold hours once a week in the ALC [Academic Learning Center] from 6 to 10 p.m., and students can come and ask us for help with homework during that time.” What do the SAMs specialize in? MaryAnn specializes in math and science, but there are ...

Say “Yes, And” to McKendree’s Newest Club!

27Sep

By Madison BonnerNo Comments

Entertainment

Say “Yes, And” to McKendree’s Newest Club!

By Madison Bonner, Writer Photography by Madison Bonner Are you interested in acting but may not want to perform in plays? If so, there’s a new opportunity on campus–Improv Club! Improv is a form of acting that is completely unscripted and created on the spot by actors. Acting without a script challenges you to think on your feet and adapt to different circumstances. This builds confidence and communication skills that can be applied outside of acting. The club provides a laid-back atmosphere where the members can learn while having fun and building relationships on campus. McKendree’s Improv Club was founded by its current president, Dow White. Dow is a sophomore majoring in communication and minoring in political science. On campus he is involved as a chaplain intern for Campus...

Recap of McKendree Athletics’ Opening Matches

9Sep

By Megan MeloneNo Comments

Sports

Recap of McKendree Athletics’ Opening Matches

By Megan Melone Photography by McKendree Athletics Scores retrieved from McKendree Athletics It was a busy weekend for McKendree Athletics as several teams began their 2024 season! Women's Soccer Women’s soccer opened their season with a win against the University of Alabama Huntsville at Charger Park with a goal by Lena Higgins, a senior forward for McKendree. Maicy Mueller, a junior goalkeeper, made several saves throughout the game defending McKendree’s goal, aiding the win and making for a great debut, as it was her very first collegiate match. The final score was 1-0, adding another notch to McKendree’s winning history against Alabama Huntsville: 3-0-0. The women’s soccer team also won again against Montevallo University with a final score of 3-2. Lena Higgins sco...

6Sep

By Madison RohnNo Comments

Academics, Profiles

A Bearcat Globetrot

By Madison Rohn, Lead Editor Photos submitted by Sonia Halabi Bearcat Sonia Halabi made the most of her summer by representing McKendree at two international conventions in Singapore and Montreal for Rotaract Club and sociology, respectfully. Sonia Halabi is a senior majoring in sociology. She is also involved in many extracurricular activities, including Rotaract Club, which is part of the international service organization, Rotary International. Sonia learned about Singapore’s history while she was there for the Rotary convention. Sonia’s involvement in the Rotaract Club is what brought her to Singapore this summer. After being encouraged by her club’s advisors, Sonia decided to attend the Rotary International convention across the Pacific Ocean. She joined over 14,000 Ro...

3Sep

By Grace GrossNo Comments

Entertainment

Bogey’s Book Club

By: Grace Gross, Lead Editor Photography by Grace Gross and Office of University Communications and Marketing Welcome back to campus, Bearcats! I hope everyone’s summer was warm and fun. Now that we are all back, I want to introduce one of the new features on campus this year: Bogey’s Book Club! You can find Bogey’s Book Club at 1828 Cafe, near Carnegie Hall. It may not be perfect, but it is still a great addition to the McKendree campus! Bogey’s Book Club is a free book library, meaning all the books inside the library are available for anyone to take! You may leave a book for others to enjoy or find yourself a new read. With this project, I hope students and faculty will donate their old textbooks because buying and renting textbooks can be expensive. After you’ve used...

10May

By Madison BonnerNo Comments

Campus Events, Photos

Animals Calm Students Before Finals

By Madison Bonner, Writer Photography from McKendree students, faculty, and social media On Thursday, May 2nd, therapy dogs greeted students on campus from 11:00 to 1:30. This event was organized by a group of students in Dr. Sara Frank’s Health Communication class. Students Aspen Duggar, Karin Tebelius, Elana Melzer, Elizabeth Collins, Hanna Parisio, and Felicity Crowell created the event as a part of their group project to create a campaign for McKendree’s Counseling Services. The students were in charge of advertising and obtaining permission for the dogs to be on campus. At the event, they passed out fliers for Counseling Services. Melissa McHenry, the assistant director at McKendree’s Counseling Services, helped the group contact and book the therapy dogs. The event was e...

6May

By Madison BonnerNo Comments

Campus Events, Campus News

Delight’s First Year at McKendree

By Madison Bonner, Writer Photos by Madison Bonner and Delight Ministries On February 1st, a student organization called Delight Ministries held its second-semester kick-off in the New Res Fireplace Lounge. This event began with a video that welcomed new and old members and presented Delight’s mission and the theme for the spring semester. After the video, McKendree’s Delight leadership team introduced themselves and started the first activity of the evening: affirmation cards. Each girl received a Sharpie and a notecard, which was taped to her back. Other girls then filled these cards with messages to lift one another, creating a positive environment and setting the tone for the semester. Girls also made friendship bracelets, painted tote bags, and took photos together. During t...

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...