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“Arid: A Gallery experience” opens its doors to the public at JBU.

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Matthew Campbell, a senior graphic design major, debuted his student gallery on Friday, Sep. 15, after a year-long creative process to portray what he called “an immersive gallery experience.” “Arid” is a combination of Campbell’s artistic passions, as it includes visual graphics elements, an original screenplay and an extended play (EP) with the same name. The debut took place at John Brown University, where a large number of students, professors and general guests enjoyed Campbell’s graphic art, a live performance of his EP and a guest DJ that completed the ambience for what Campbell’s felt like a “successful debut.”

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JBU Students bring home multiple awards from ACMA.

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Four John Brown University students and Threefold Advocate faculty adviser attended the annual Arkansas College Media Association (ACMA) spring convention held on April 14 in Searcy, Arkansas. As part of the convention, ACMA recognizes the best of the state’s collegiate media output in an award ceremony. This year, nine JBU students and alumni won awards across multiple categories.

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Spy vs Spy

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John Brown University’s Student Events and Activities (SEA) hosted their annual Spy vs Spy event, which took place from April 10-14. The game consists of students “shooting” their assigned target—another student signed up for Spy vs Spy—with a small water gun. If the shooter successfully hits their target, they assume that student’s target as their own, and can keep playing until they are taken out. There are a few ground rules, such as that the target must be in a public space on campus (no dorm rooms, cafeteria, or sports practices) and if your target hits you first, they get a chance to run away. Other than that, the game is a free-for-all, and JBU students could be seen running around campus all week in hot pursuit of their targets.

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Chip on a trip

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During spring break, students take a break from their academic responsibilities often to rest at home or travel to new places. John Brown University took this opportunity to create a fun and interactive contest called “Chip on a trip.” The contest encouraged University students, faculty and staff to document their spring break adventures with selfies featuring Chip, nickname of Dr. Charles Pollard, President of the University since 2004. In this contest, participants had the chance to win a $75 Visa gift card in three different categories – Chip’s Pick, Furthest Distance and Fan Favorite.

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JBU Families Come to Family Weekend and Attend the Talent Show

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On Feb. 17-19, John Brown University hosted its annual “Family Weekend” event, which offers an opportunity for students to invite their families and friends to experience a weekend on campus. The University was bustling with visitors from all over the country, some traveling from as far as North Carolina or Minnesota to spend a few days with students. The weekend was packed with various events, including hearing from President Chip Pollard at chapel on Friday, attending a special brunch on Saturday morning at President Pollard’s house and participating in a pickleball tournament.

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JBU celebrates thirty third Human Anatomy Cadaver Laboratory this Semester

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The John Brown University Human Anatomy Cadaver Laboratory is approaching its thirty third year on campus. According to Dr. Tim Wakefield, professor in the JBU Biology Department, it was first introduced to the University in 1990. The lab is utilized by biology majors taking human anatomy or anatomy and physiology I and II, and cadavers are provided by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences at the beginning of each fall semester.

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Diego Flores: improving his community through service

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From Siloam Springs, Arkansas, and heritage from El Salvador, senior Diego Flores is close to completing his major in Criminal Justice but also contributes to important causes including the Manna Center in Siloam Springs, the committee of men’s retreat and the future mission trip to Chicago organized by the University.

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Shining the Light: A Recap of Night to Shine at CCF Siloam Springs

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Night to Shine, a prom night for people with special needs and disabilities, was held Friday, Feb. 10, at the Community Christian Fellowship (CCF) in Siloam Springs. The Tim Tebow Foundation sponsors this event across the country. Siloam Springs had the support of many volunteers from John Brown University and CCF members.