Have Yourself A Deliciously Messy Study Break!

Lili Kiefer, Writer
April 16, 2013

Have you been trying to think of a perfect snack to make and munch on while studying for exams? Well look no further. This week I am providing readers with a great snack idea that is not only delicious but also fun to make. Can you guess? Surprise. Caramel Apples! But these are not just any caramel apples,... Read more »

Grey Team Overcomes Halftime Deficit, Beats Blue Squad In 2013 Spring Game

Mark Covert, Sports Writer
April 9, 2013

As former All-American linebacker Cory Johnson left Shuford Stadium as Catawba’s coach this past Saturday after the annual spring football game, some patrons wanted to speak with him.  A Chief’s Club member who was a former player came up to him and said, “I have been around this program... Read more »

Shakespeare with the Experts

Shakeisha Gray, Guest Writer
March 15, 2013

Over Spring Break, I and another student, Jacquelyn Loy, had the opportunity to travel to the American Shakespeare Center in Staunton, Virginia. We traveled with two current Catawba College professors, Dr. Aaron Butler and Linda Kesler, as well as two retired Catawba professors, Dr. Bethany Sinnott and... Read more »

West Scholars Trip

Kyle Mechling, Writer
February 27, 2013

On Thursday February 7, 2013, the 2012 West Scholars Cohort, all took a trip to Central Cabarrus High School, who has their own STEM school within their high school.  STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM schools are meant to better prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s... Read more »

Warm Bodies: The Perfect Date Movie

Tim Wellman, Writer
February 20, 2013

“Cold Body, Warm Heart,” claims one of the film’s many movie poster advertisements. While this statement sounds a little misleading, considering the movie’s title, it accurately describes the new movie Warm Bodies.  If you didn’t catch this flick for Valentine’s Day, it isn’t too late... Read more »

Alma Mater Project a Promising Recruitment Tool

Sydney Smith, Editor
February 4, 2013

For a while, Catawba College’s admissions department supported an initiative involving sending current Catawba students to their high schools, church groups, and other social groups to talk about being a Catawba student. No gimmicks, no advertising — just real college students telling younger... Read more »

Spolight: Antionette McPhail

Rebekah Brown, Writer
February 3, 2013

Meet 6’1” junior Antionette Elissa McPhail.  Many people around Catawba know her as Net or Ant.  She transferred here last year.  She is currently studying Sociology and her minor is Psychology. She plays basketball, but at her other college, she played basketball, ran track and field, and ran... Read more »

Why You Should See “Les Misérables”

Rebecca Rider, Writer
January 22, 2013

“Les Misérables” has been causing quite a ruckus since its premier on Christmas Day.  By now, there are a plethora of reviews and an over-abundance of opinions about it.  But what exactly is up with this movie?  People seem to skip around the actual meat of the story and talk, instead,... Read more »

Catawba Environmental Programs: Spring 2013 Preview

Sydney Smith, Editor
January 21, 2013

The 2013 spring semester will be extremely busy with environmental awareness events and competitions supported by the college’s ECO, GEO, and Sustainable Catawba communities. Catawba College will be participating in the Campus Conservation Nationals (CCN) for a three week period during the semester.... Read more »

Women’s Lacrosse Team Starts Season with New Assistant Coach

Brandi Cockerham, Writer
January 14, 2013

As the lacrosse season gets into full swing, there will be several new faces on the practice and game fields this year. Along with the freshmen, new head coach (Jordan Clodfelter), and a few transfer students, there is also a new assistant coach. Liz Melesh graduated in December 2012 from Pfeiffer University... Read more »