John Brown University's Student Newspaper
With the announcement of the new food provider last week, student expectations for future caf meals soared. We at the Threefold Advocate believe the University was overdue for a change. With millions of dollars going into facilities and expansion, the provided meals did not equal the quality for which the […]
Over the weekend, the campus of John Brown University faced a difficult situation – dealing with the loss of one of our own. Such an event is never easy, and we recognize that many members of the University are affected by this on a very personal level. While we clearly […]
A boy is looking over his shoulder, his eyes directed at the camera. Unashamed, he makes no attempt to hide his face, full of tears. His patched clothing sits in contrast to the dull landscape of a Peruvian field, where several sheep lie, disfigured. William Albert Allard is a renowned […]
We value possessions. Collecting stuff surrounds our entire life. Stuff gives us meaning, power, identity, and joy. But in reality, it’s meaningless. When I returned to school this semester I had the chance to figure out where I was going to put my new things from Christmas. I started looking […]
As much as I would like to say that I don’t like Valentine’s Day because I’m single, the reality is that I do like it. Valentine’s Day celebrates many kinds of relationships like friendships, dating, marriage and even family. I think Valentine’s Day serves as an extra reminder to tell […]
The stigma of second hand clothing comes with images of sweat stains and XXL pants and zebra granny panties. While the art of thrift store hunting may not be glamorous, the outcome can look more elegant than expected. Being blessed with more siblings than I can count on one hand, […]
One thing I’ve never really thought about is polygamy. We just assume it’s wrong, but never really investigate it. “It’s polygamy, man. It’s gotta be wrong!” But is it? After looking through the Bible, I saw a long line of polygamists: Abraham, Jacob, Esau, David, Gideon –all polygamists. The esteemed […]
Walking on the John Brown University campus, one can see a large variety of individuals. Everyone is involved in different activities, whether that is sports, writing for the paper or singing in the choir. Students express themselves differently by how they dress and what they say and do. The one […]
Within the JBU culture, for a reason unknown, there is a collective fear of dating. The students have redefined dating and love as soon-to-be married. Therefore, to go to dinner with someone on a “getting to know you” level, is not considered dating anymore. Dating has lost its definition. So […]
How much did your most expensive textbook this semester cost? Try not to cringe too much as you think of the number. Mine was $176.52. Now, I’m sure there are a few bargain hunters out there who were sure to snag all of their textbooks for less than that amount. […]