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God made a fertile man and a fertile woman in the beginning; therefore, marriage should only be between a fertile man and woman. I do not actually believe this, but I hope it illustrates a point. We as Christians often times are so caught up in theological intricacies that we […]
Exactly two months from today I will be sunbathing on a beach in Jamaica, holding a fruity drink not approved by the JBU covenant and stealing glances at my new, handsome husband. But two months seems so very far away at this moment. Right now I have to start my […]
It is hard to believe that 23 days from now, I will walk across the stage in Bill George Arena and receive my diploma. Well, it will actually just be an empty cover – but you get my point: I am graduating. When I came to John Brown University in […]
The issue of homosexuality is in many ways the biggest issue facing the church today. With the definition of marriage changing in many states and the public opinion shifting, it is important that the church address and revaluate its position on what is an increasingly prominent issue. No matter where […]
The Supreme Court recently heard arguments on two high profile cases that bear on whether the commitment of two homosexual individuals should be defined as marriage. One case, commonly known as Proposition 8, is a challenge to a California state law to maintain the legal definition of marriage as between […]
You look both ways when you cross the street. You stop at a red light, even if there are no cars crossing the intersection. You stay on the road and do not cross into fields or backyards. You have to pass a test and prove you are a good enough […]
Kanakuk Kamps in Branson, Mo. teamed up with John Brown University to start a gap year program called Link Year. This program allows high school graduates ages 18 to 20 to earn 15 credit hours transferable to the University while they attend Link Year at Kanakuk. Link Year seeks to […]
With room draw just around the corner, students are thinking about housing for next semester. Room draw for the Northslope Apartments, townhouses and duplexes will occur April 16. The rest of the residence halls will have room draw on April 18. J. Alvin will be at half capacity while renovations […]
The Cabinet decided to opt out of Arkansas House Bill 1243 on April 3 and not allow faculty or staff to carry a concealed handgun on campus. The new University policy states, “JBU does not allow the carrying of a concealed handgun in any building and on the grounds of […]
Within the next two weeks, the Simmons Great Hall, Northslope Apartments and the C.A.R.E. clinic will be gaining new and noticeable advancements. The Great Hall is projected to be completed on June 28. Steve Beers, vice president for student development, said that within the next two weeks drywall, masonry and […]