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Sep 15, 2014
2 min

Campus Security; An ongoing policy of protection

Belmont’s Campus Security is working to be more visible and engaged with students following the settlement of a sexual assault case from 2008. The case involved a former Belmont student suing the university for allegedly inadequate security measures that contributed to her being raped. While the books are closed on both the incident and the suit, Chief of Campus Security Pat Cunningham says the job of improving on-campus safety is never finished. “Security is an ongoing proce

Sep 15, 2014
1 min

PHOTOS: 2014 Christian Showcase

On Saturday, Christian Showcase kicked off the first in this year’s annual showcase series, to spotlight four bands whose message aligns with the Christian faith. The audience crowded in the Curb Event Center to listen and praise to the music of The Orchadist, Like Rain, Taylor Agan and Constellations. The Orchardist started the showcase off with a bang by playing a rolicking set of folk-rock ballads. After two original songs, they had the audience on their feet for a their d

Sep 12, 2014
4 min

Epilepsy, crushing a stigma

A month before my 18th birthday, I had my first seizure. My mother found me laying face down on the floor, unconscious. I wasn’t breathing. She called 911 and I woke up in the hospital almost two days later. They told me I would have surely died if my mother had found me but just a few moments later. Not too long after that seizure, I was diagnosed with idiopathic generalized epilepsy and was prescribed Keppra. Fortunately, my epilepsy is now controlled and I am able to lead

Sep 12, 2014
3 min

Dr. Perry Moulds and the Office of Development and External Relations

While the trip from West End Avenue to Wedgewood Avenue is a short one, Dr. Perry Moulds is excited about his new journey at Belmont. Trading in his Vanderbilt University Commodore cap to become a Bruin, Mould is now a part of the Belmont family as the vice president for the Office of Development and External Relations. As Dr. Bo Thomas steps down in October, Moulds has spent the past two months working to fill this position. “I haven’t had time to develop much of a routine a

Sep 12, 2014
2 min

Mellodi music showcase

A buzzing murmur filled the room, typical for a Monday night at the High Watt. Monday night marked the second event ever hosted by the up-and-coming college music marketing company Mellodi Music. Doors opened at 8 p.m., and by the time the first band, indie-folk trio Maybe April, hit the stage at 9 p.m., the room’s buzzing murmur had turned into a dull roar. MTSU’s Maybe April, with their killer harmonies and angelic voices, set a high standard full of musical promise for the

Sep 12, 2014
1 min

Christian Showcase preview, Like Rain

Introducing Like Rain; Like Rain’s lineup for the 2014 CEMB Christian Showcase is Kauland Buchanan, Sarah Rademaker, Christian St. Clair, Michael Pfohl, Bryan Griffith, Grayson Schweers and Jake Ward. Like Rain is a band formed in Nashville, Tenn. that focuses on tying in central truths of Christianity to their unique sound. In October of 2012, they released an EP called “The Unexpected Fall.” Their music has evolved from simple acoustic love songs to a sound that provides a

Sep 11, 2014
2 min

How to use your GPS

What used to be an office for students to come and work through their changing major and minor problems, the office of Growth and Purpose for Students has now evolved into an all-encompassing community-building program. “We really want to focus on the acronym, GPS. It’s a tool. It helps you with direction and with finding resources,” said David Sneed, the educationdirector of the program. GPS is here for Belmont students as a guide for the duration of their college experience

Sep 11, 2014
2 min

Mike Naworocki, voice of Larry the Cucumber, spoke at EMERGE convocation

Mike Nawrocki has a well-known voice when it comes to children. Wednesday morning, Belmont students were able to hear him again as he hosted a convocation about his journey with God. As a part of the EMERGE: Spiritual Emphasis series of convocations, Nawrocki spoke about the challenges and decisions he had to make leading up to his co-founding of Big Idea Productions and the show “Veggie Tales.” The convocation began normally with a performance by the worship band and a praye

Sep 11, 2014
3 min

Mocha, sounds just as good as it tastes

Mocha sounds just as sweet as it tastes. Well, at least that’s the case for Belmont’s very own Mocha. The lineup featuring vocalist Sakari Greenwell, keyboardist Adam Kirincich, bassist Sheila Graves, guitarist Ben Tankersley, Drew Lombana on trombone, Nick Dory on saxophone, Alex Kaptain on trumpet and drummer Ray Standiford brings a fusion of funk, soul, jazz and a special influence from each band member. Formed in early 2014, the band has already begun performing and recor

Sep 9, 2014
5 min

Bruin Blitz 9/2-9/7

Men’s soccer (0-4-0) Sept. 5 at Evansville Belmont men’s soccer team fell to Evansville 5-0 Friday night. Charlie Macias scored two early goals to help guide the Purple Aces against the Bruins. The Bruins’ best scoring chance came from senior Luca Schioppa minutes before Macias scored his second goal. Six minutes later, Faik Hajderovic nailed a well-placed shot in the upper corner to give the Aces a comfortable 3-0 lead at halftime. The Purple Aces would tack on two more goal

Sep 9, 2014
2 min

“Once” to win Nashville

Belmont students will have the opportunity to receive exclusive discounts on one of Broadway’s most mesmerizing and original musicals when it premieres in Nashville next week. “Once,” winner of eight Tony awards, has received glowing reviews since its Broadway debut in 2012. Now it’s on track to stun Nashville at Tennessee Performing Arts Center. According to The New Yorker, “Once” is “unusually fun and heartfelt.” The Wall Street Journal says the show is “a love story played

Sep 8, 2014
2 min

Train like a Pred.

The strength and conditioning coach for the Nashville Predators led a workout class Wednesday in the Beaman gym that was open to all Belmont students. The coach, David Good, guided 26 students through a workout similar to the ones endured by the Predators’ players. The workout, called Tabata, is designed to emulate a hockey game by emphasizing high-intensity intervals broken up by brief resting periods. No equipment was used. Jamie Zeller, director of fitness and recreation,

Sep 8, 2014
2 min

Lumos Travel Award recipient presents “My Life as a Volunteer in an Eco-Village”

After graduating from Belmont in August 2013 with a degree in math and economics, Zach O’Brien canceled his plans to become an actuary and headed to an ashram in southern India. He spoke about his experiences in a personal growth convocation at 10 a.m. Friday. O’Brien’s trip was funded by the Lumos Travel Award, an award designed for Belmont students with a desire to impact local communities abroad. According to the Lumos website, the award aims to “transform the lives of you

Sep 5, 2014
2 min

Live on the Green review, week four

Thursday evening, people gathered at Public Square Park to hear JOHNNYSWIM, Delta Spirit and Cage The Elephant kick off Live on the Green’s finale weekend. A calm audience welcomed the husband and wife duo, JOHNNYSWIM. The group led the night with acoustic sound and intimate harmonies. The crowd responded well during Abner Ramirez’s song, “Adelina,” as he sang in Spanish towards the end in dedication to his mother. The group gained even more response during their angsty anthe

Sep 3, 2014
2 min

WACked Out

College is a time of searching and exploring, and never is this more true than when looking for classrooms. Unfortunately for students of all ages, navigating the new Wedgewood Academic Building is a search that never seems to end. Finding one’s way through the WAC’s maze-like halls has fostered a sense of unease for students attempting to reach their classes on time. An intricate stairwell system and elevators that only reach certain floors are at the heart of the problem. S

Sep 3, 2014
3 min

Simple Sustainable Tips for your Dorm Room

Classes have begun, and pretty soon your new dorm or apartment will begin to feel like home. While move-in week may feel like a distant memory, it takes time to completely settle in. As you continue to fill up your new home, keep in mind every purchase you make not only costs you, but the environment too. One of the top reasons students should try to make a habit of becoming eco-friendly is to save money. Recycling, up-cycling and turning off the power may not feel like a big

Sep 2, 2014
4 min

Kappa Sigma strives for campus recognition

A nationally-recognized colony of the Kappa Sigma fraternity wants to become Belmont’s third men’s Greek organization on campus and has already been trying to recruit new members. “Our ultimate goal is to become a chartered fraternity on Belmont’s campus. It’s getting there that’s going to be a trip,” said Michael Crecca, a sophomore and second vice president of the Kappa Sigma colony. However, Kappa Sigma is not officially recognized by Belmont and likely will not be. “We to

Sep 2, 2014
2 min

Shakespeare: Southern Style

Arguably one of Shakespeare’s finer comedies, quirky and quick-witted, “As You Like It,” delivers hope and laughter to audience members both young and old. Performed by the Nashville Shakespeare Festival and the NSF Apprentice Company in the 26th annual Shakespeare in the Park series, “As You Like It” is the perfect comedy for every brand of humor. Artistic director Denise Hicks sets this rendition of the Shakespearean comedy in Depression-era America in the 1930s, replacing

Aug 29, 2014
2 min

What is ALS and what’s being done to prevent it?

We’ve all seen the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and many have even participated in the making of a video. The viral Internet sensation is hard to miss with today’s many social media platforms. We pour buckets of ice water on ourselves and then challenge our family and friends to do the same. The consequence for not taking the challenge is to donate money to the ALS Association. We blindly follow the trendy videos and encourage others to donate to a great cause – but what do we r

Aug 29, 2014
2 min

Live On The Green review, week three

The cloudy skies on the drive to Public Square Park was a premonition for the night to come. This week’s lineup of Live on the Green, which included All Them Witches, The Features and headliners Capital Cities, was dampened by stormy weather, and mediocre performances. The audience consisted of college students and 20-somethings who waited in anticipation. As the time neared 6:30 p.m. Nashville-bred All Them Witches finally took the stage. The front half of the crowd rose to