Alumni Spotlight: Kyle Thortsen

Stephanie Cook, Editor
February 4, 2012

Catawba College alum Kyle Thortsen is one lucky guy.  Not only was he able to play the sport he loved in college, he now teaches it to people of all ages! Originally from Charlotte, N.C., Thortsen currently resides in Durham and is a USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association) Certified Teaching... Read more »

Lessons and Carols: The Tradition Lives On

Rashad Brown, Writer
November 29, 2011

What sweeter music can be heard than the sounds of carols? The Catawba Singers/ Chambers Singers with assistance from faculty and other students continue the tradition of Lessons and Carols as it returns once more to the campus of Catawba College. It will be a night of music and scripture uniting members... Read more »

The Sounds of Homecoming

Rashad Brown, Writer
October 28, 2011

This past weekend Catawba College came together to celebrate homecoming, reuniting family, friends, and alumni alike. This year the music department of Catawba filled the weekend with music, intertwining the musical festivities with the planned events of Homecoming. With sound from choral composer... Read more »

Alumni Spotlight- Matt Patrick

By Kaylee S Johnson, Fine Arts Editor/Photography Editor
April 16, 2011

It’s always sad when students leave the comforts of college and go out into the “Real World”, but we were able to catch up with one of our most recent Alumni, Matt Patrick. While Matt was here, he made a name for himself as an outstanding actor and outrageous funny man. Now, Mr Patrick... Read more »

Students Participate in Local Production of “Hairspray”!

Kaylee S Johnson with Guest Michael Stone, Fine Arts Editor/Photo Editor
March 27, 2011

Piedmont Players Theater Inc. presents “Hairspray” Book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan Music and Lyrics by Marc Shaiman Lyrics by Scott Wittman Producing Partners: Wachovia Bank and Bill & Cora Greene. Show Dates: March 31-April 2 & April 6-9 at 7:30, April 3 at 2:30. Wednesday... Read more »

A Visit from the D.A. and a Sheriff

Jeremy Gardner, Writer
February 28, 2011

Last week, a class at Catawba was visited by two important people in the law and justice system in Rowan County. Dr. Bitzer’s Law, Justice, and Society class entertained lectures from Brandy Cook, Rowan County’s first female District Attorney and from David Ramsay, Deputy Chief with the Rowan County... Read more »

Update: Former “Pioneer” Editor Aly Halter

Lizzle Davis, Writer
October 29, 2010

One of Catawba’s own is making quite a name for herself.  Former Pioneer editor Alyssa “Aly” Halter is boldly taking on post-grad life through her new position as an Electronic Media Specialist & Communications Coordinator for a K-12 non-profit private school in Virginia Beach. Soon after... Read more »

Conquering the World, One Swing at a Time

Erin Kidd, Writer
October 26, 2010

Golf is a sport that requires patience, persistence, and some huge talent. Todd Janssen, a 2009 graduate from Catawba College, has all three of these attributes and is using them to conquer the world. Janssen is from New Jersey, but is currently living in Charlotte, North Carolina. He began playing golf... Read more »

Alumni Block Party

October 4, 2010

Shrimp Boil, live music, and family-friendly fun! Lawn and Smith patio behind the Cannon Student Center We invite all alumni to meet at the smokestack. We will be serving a delicious Shrimp Boil (shrimp, corn, potatoes and sausage all in a seasoned boil) professionally prepared by Chef Keith Henning... Read more »

Dennis Reed: Where is he now?

Dusti Kempf, Writer
September 9, 2010

“I didn’t choose music. Music chose me,” says Dennis Reed, a 2006 music business graduate of Catawba College, when asked what led him in his decision to make music his career. From directing an imaginary choir from the back of his church to becoming an award winning songwriter and creating his... Read more »