Graduation 2010

By Erin Kidd, writer
June 16, 2010

Keppel Auditorium was full of sighs of relief and proud family members on May 15, 2010. On this day Catawba College held its Graduation ceremonies with a total of 276 students receiving their diplomas. With the students’ hard work and determination, they made it to the end and proudly wore their caps... Read more »

Senior Salute – Justin Weller: “Farewell Catawba”

By Justin Weller, Writer
May 4, 2010

These four years have flown by.  I feel like it was just yesterday when my parents were walking around this campus for me dropping $500+ on the books that I was going to need for that semester.  I remember having trouble suppressing a smile because I was finally going to be on my own.  It was a freeing... Read more »

From Boys to Men: Importance of Learning

By Justin Weller, Writer
April 5, 2010

Many men of today learn the minimum that is necessary.  I will admit I do not know as much as I want to know.  I do, however, know that I am planning on learning new things throughout my lifetime.  I do know a few things I think most people today do not know, such as knowing how to play the piano. ... Read more »

From Boys to Men: Meeting the Parents

By Justin Weller, Writer
March 23, 2010

First off, I want to warn everybody that this is not a universal way to meet your girlfriend’s parents for the first time.  This is merely what has worked for me in the past, and it seems to work pretty well. Throughout my life I have been pretty popular with my parent’s friends, who are usually... Read more »

From Boys to Men: The Necktie

By Justin Weller, Writer
February 17, 2010

If there is one skill a man should know when dressing himself, it would be the ability to tie a tie.  I learned the basic four-in-hand knot quite late in life.  I believe I was just starting high school before I knew how to tie a tie.  What amazed me when I got to college is how many guys still don’t... Read more »

From Boys to Men: A Valentine’s Date

By Justin Weller, Writer
February 12, 2010

For those of you men out there who have a significant other, or for those of you who are interested in a lucky young lady, Valentine’s day maybe an opportune moment to get to know them or to spend some quality time with them.  Although I am a bigger advocate of spending quality time regardless of... Read more »

From Boys to Men: The Handshake

By Justin Weller, Writer
February 10, 2010

The handshake is the most simple and versatile gesture in a man’s arsenal.  It is used in many different occasions, from congratulatory to plain greetings.  Think back to when you played recreational sports where you would line up and give the other team a handshake and a “good game.”  There... Read more »

Staff Spotlight on Justin Weller

February 4, 2010

Our staff has been having so much fun writing spotlights about students on Catawba’s campus.  After a little thought, we decided our readers may want to know a little more about us, The Pioneer Staff.  Enjoy our random/interview-style spotlights as you get to know the writers behind The Pioneer! The... Read more »

Students On The Street Talk About Super Bowl XLIV

By Jen Trout and Justin Weller
January 29, 2010

Taking place in South Florida on February 7th 2010, Super Bowl XLIV (44) will be one for the NFL history books. Making their first-time appearance at the Super Bowl, the New Orleans Saints take on the two-time Super Bowl champions, the Indianapolis Colts. Drew Brees facing off Peyton Manning, two of... Read more »