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Campus Safety—Will Co-Ed Dorms Pose an Issue?

Vice President of Administration Rick Dillon discussed the possibility of closing Wooddell Hall. Photo Courtesy of Caleb Zopp At any point throughout the day, between 700 and 1,000 people are walking around campus. Therefore, it is extremely important to be cautious of one’s surroundings day and night. Students, faculty, staff, […]

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Young Democrats Seek to Increase Political Involvement

Pictured from left to right: Colten Ramsey, Zachary Adkins, Perri Williams, and John Gill Photo Courtesy of Caleb Zopp Last fall, Concord University’s grassroots political organization Young Democrats returned after several years of absence.  As the counterpart Republican club was being formed, CU College Republicans President Jack Garwood gauged interest […]

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West Virginia History: Elizabeth Simpson Drewry

The small town of Welch in McDowell County, West Virginia is a quiet town, but like many small towns there is a rich history. In Welch, an African-American woman who fought for teachers, workers, and women’s rights grew up, worked, and lived to make the state a better place for […]

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Concord University Celebrates 146 Years with President’s Ball

The ball will celebrate Concord University’s 146th anniversary. Photo Courtesy of Concord University In honor of Concord University’s 146 Anniversary, the President’s Ball will be held in the Ballroom of the Jean and Jerry L. Beasley Student Center on Saturday, March 3. The Office of Advancement brings the event to […]

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The Return of the Annual Career Fair

Thirty-three businesses have registered to attend the event and recruit potential employees. Photo Courtesy of Concord University Concord University once again brings the annual Career Fair back to campus. On Thursday, March 8, the event will be held in the Ballroom, located on the third floor of the Jerry L. […]

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New Artist Christian O’Conner Performs

Christian O’Connor hopes to live release his third album. Photo Courtesy of Caleb Zopp Rising artist Christian O’Connor performed for the first time at Concord University. Student Activities organized the event, bringing O’Connor’s acoustic set and 24/7 Tour to the Subway Stage on Tuesday, Feb. 20. The event began with […]

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Vita Program to Help Community with Taxes

The VITA program offers free help with tax returns to qualified applicants. Photo Courtesy of Pexels One of Concord’s offered resources seeks to help students and members of the community with a difficult responsibility: tax returns.    The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is designed to help people file […]

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In Memoriam of Dr. Johnnie Linn

Professor Johnnie Linn displays his economics teaching deck. Photo Courtesy of Johnnie Linn     Economics professor Dr. Johnnie Burdette Linn III passed away on Feb. 3, 2018, after a struggle with cancer, at 70 years old.   Dr. Linn was a native Texan, born in September 1947. He was […]

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8 Steps to Prevent the Flu in College

One of the best ways to prevent getting the flu is to get the flu vaccination. Photo Courtesy of Slope Media     When you are cramped inside a 12-by-14-foot dorm room, using the same shower as your entire floor, and sharing desks with hundreds of other students, it is […]

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Geography Department Acquires Drones for Advanced Projects

The Phantom 4 DJI drone can be programmed to follow a set flight path. Photo Courtesy of Cinema5D     Concord University’s geography department has acquired two Phantom 4 DJI drones for use in upper level geography courses.   According to Dr. Thomas Saladyga, associate professor of geography, students will […]