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I want to express my gratitude to the Threefold Advocate for covering my recent talk in J. Alvin titled, “Catholics and Evangelicals: Friends or Foes?” I consider it a testimony to the student body at JBU that this topic would be of such interest and considered of such importance as […]
The face of the renewable energy program is changing, as the concentrations in management and international development will no longer be offered. “I prefer to say consolidating,” said Larry Bland, chair of the division of engineering and construction management. “Renewable energy is not gone, it’s just refocused.” The previous program […]
For students looking ahead to grad school, it is important to know what Fellowships are available, their application processes and how they are helpful in the long run. There are currently 15 prestigious fellowships promoted by John Brown University’s Office of Undergraduate Research and Prestigious Fellowships. Brad Gambill, associate professor […]
College students hear it all the time: you need internships on your resume. Chris Confer, director of career development, said that students should care about getting internships because it is great experience to put on a resume. It can also serve as a discernment process for students to determine if […]
Texas Fly-in Visit Day is a long standing, anticipated visit day each year. The success of Fly-in Visit Day prompted the idea to include two other major areas in the country. On Nov. 17-18, prospective students will fly in from Phoenix and Denver for the opportunity to visit campus for […]
The chimes that begin each chapel service are a familiar sound for John Brown University students. Full-time students must attend at least 21 chapel services each semester, stated the student handbook. While there are other opportunities like Sunday night’s gathering or the bi-weekly vespers service, 15 out of 21 credits […]
Each semester when students are making their schedules, one class remains at the top of the list for many. Family Sexuality. The class focuses on the study of normal sexual development, stated the John Brown University Course Catalog. It discusses sexuality throughout the lifespan, considered from physical, social, spiritual, moral […]
Erin Harrell- How do you keep work interesting? The nature of this job is interesting because I’m working with so many types of students. I never know who will walk through the door, or who I’m going to give a tour to and what the family will be like. The […]
It’s about that time again. Time for all of the annual entertainment award shows to mess up your normal T.V. watching schedule. Last week, the nominees for this year’s American Music Awards were released. The American Music Awards is an awards show that happens every year; created by Dick Clark […]
Ever since the fall of 2005, Mock Rock has been a valued tradition among JBU’s student body and the community of North West Ark. This year marked the first time since 2005 that the tradition was on the line. Student Activities Committee pushed auditions and made information readily available throughout […]