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Coffee, Chocolate, Conservation

By Amelia Brown

Everyone knows Eli Knapp loves birds, but at the Coppa Conservation event at 7 p.m. on September 23, Knapp will share about his love of wolves, which began as a child and led him to Yellowstone National Park as an adult.

“Some of us outgrow our childhood interests and some don’t,” he said.

Knapp is a part of the group that did not outgrow their childhood interests but rather he turned them into his career. Today he is a professor, birder, field botanist, and animal expert. As Knapp studies the interactions between the environment and humans as he did in East Africa, the importance of conservation has never left his mind.

“To diminish the world to just us, or just a few species, diminishes us and the expression of God’s glory,” he said.

Human’s ever-increasing impact on the environment has led to habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity, thus leading to less opportunities to encounter God’s creation.

Brian Webb, the director for the Center for Sustainability, describes the purpose of the Coppa Co and Center for Sustainability event. 

“We are hoping to bring awareness to conservation issues, such as biodiversity and animal protection, and how our purchasing of items like coffee and chocolate can have a positive or negative effect on biodiversity” Webb explains. 

Students that follow the Center for Sustainability on Instagram can receive a free flight tray of Fair Trade coffee. Other drinks from Coppa Co are also available for purchase. All other community members can purchase coffee flights for four dollars. Endangered Species Chocolate, a brand that prioritizes conservation through donations and sustainably sourced ingredients, will be available for tasting.

Elijah Studt, a freshman, explained he will be attending the event because “I want to know what difference I can make” to conserve natural resources. 

After an hour of live music from Selah Kurtz and Linette Taylor, Knapp will share stories about the animal encounters he has experienced around the firepit at Coppa Co.  If you are still on the fence of whether to attend, Knapp has already considered this possibility

“Even if the stories fail, we still have hot chocolate and fire.”★

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Changes to Residence Hall Life

By Jax Johnson

Fall semester has come to Houghton University and students have settled into their respective housing locations. While every year brings new beginnings, this year provided more than previous years with the dorm changes for the ‘22 -’23 academic year. Due to the renovations in Shenawana, Lambein has been temporarily converted into a men’s dorm, which, in turn, has made Gillette the only women’s dorm this year.  

  Students like sophomore Jacob Holmberg are happy with these changes, saying, “Lambien is an upgrade to Roth. The rooms are bigger, there’s more storage, and the showers are twice as big. It’s also nice not having to walk up Roth hill every day. It makes me understand why girls outweigh the guys here at Houghton.”

 Others like junior Sarah Rider, a previous Lambein resident, are embracing their new home. Rider discussed that she has enjoyed events such as the Great Gillette Race and the overall liveliness that comes with the new combined women’s dorm. 

“I have been so grateful to have been invited into the Gillette community and really like having all the girls living in one dorm,” she said “It feels more full in there and there are more people around and opportunities to do things with others.”

Senior Izzy Murch, who was previously a resident assistant in Lambein and is now a Gillette RA, has bittersweet feelings toward the transition.

“While I was initially pretty sad about moving to Gillette my senior year after living in Lambein for the last three, I’ve found that the ability to connect with all on-campus women in the same residence hall has been incredibly rewarding and fun,” she said. “Living in a new place has kept the RA position fresh for me and has given me the opportunity to work with 13 amazing women, which would have never happened if I still lived in Lambein. I still miss my creekside view, though!”

Senior Kathryn Groff, another Gillette RA who has moved over from Lambein, has shared her thoughts on her new experiences.“It definitely is a learning experience having lived in Lambein the past three years, but it’s wonderful to have previous Gillette RAs lead the way and with such patience,” Groff said “Additionally, it is an exciting opportunity as an RA to have all the women in one residence hall and focus in on what brings us together women at Houghton, and cultivating a unique culture for future generations of women who come to campus.” 

Resident Director of Gillette Hall Reagan Zelaya also expressed her excitement for Gillette’s changes by saying that she is loving the opportunity to experience the unique culture of all of the women on campus, and is hoping that this experience can display a sense of unity without the division between Lambein and Gillette. 

While the change in dorms has been an adjustment, it is also an opportunity for students to experience something new. Along with those new experiences are new dynamics created through different people living in a community.★

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Unfamiliar Atmospheres

By Aaron Hinton

When I moved back to Houghton University, there were two things that I was excited to do once more: fiddle around with my PC and return to work at Java 101. While one allows me to be distracted and remain in my room, the latter enables me to interact and have conversations with fellow students and provide them fuel for the day. Unfortunately, one of these anticipations became a fantasy.

On the 28th of August, the day before the semester started, I checked my email and noticed there was one concerning Java. In this email, it was explained that there were changes to scheduling and operations in Java. The following sentence caused my heart to stop for a split second: “Based on those changes, we have unfortunately made the difficult decision to remove you from your scheduled shifts.”  

  I understand that this is how things go with businesses; things change, and sometimes the staff must change along with it by adapting or being released. However, if these changes were made over the summer break, shouldn’t there have been some emails sent to the workers mentioning the change that could occur? Ideally, yes. Did that happen? No. Looking through my email, there were no emails sent to Java student workers mentioning anything about a chopping block, let alone possible changes. Additionally, the email notifying me of being let go was sent the day before the semester began. Again, something that would have been nice to know in advance. 

Now, I could go on about being let go, but that is not the point of this article. The point is that my letting go was a small part of  Metz’s ultimatum.

Two days after receiving the disappointing email, I ran into a friend in the dining hall who also worked at Java. He asked if I was let go, to which I responded with a mournful yes. Sorrowfully, he replied that his employment at Java was also terminated in the same fashion. My friend then followed it up with a statement that rocked me to my core.  

The number of student workers at Java is being greatly diminished.   

Upon hearing this, I became filled with a mixture of worry and displeasure. While the latter seems straightforward since I was let go from what I saw as an excellent job opportunity for any Houghton student, the former may need some explanation. I became worried not only for the other student workers who were let go from Java this semester but also for the student workers at Sizzle & Swirl and the campus dining hall. I’m worried that Metz may be trying to do away with student workers.

Another point I would like to bring is what this change could mean for the atmosphere of Java once all student workers are gone. When you enter Java and see a student behind the counter ready to take your order, you feel like you are walking into a classroom: it is familiar, students know that they are welcome, and we can group up with our friends if they are there. As a bonus, we know Java will not assign stressful homework and you can get a latte how you’d like it. While removing student workers from Java will not affect the quality of the lattes and chances of a student leaving with an essay on coffee due by next Friday, the familiarity would change. This change in Java’s mood could go on to affect whether someone would want to stay in the coffeehouse as they chat with friends or work on an assignment. 

Some readers may see my statement about the change in atmosphere and think I am exaggerating and incorrect about how it would change your experience. Well, think of it like this: if someone were to go into an Irish-themed restaurant and notice that the servers are dressed in American pop band shirts, khaki shorts, and Crocs, would they still think that the establishment is trying to give off an Irish-like atmosphere? While I understand the improbability of this happening to someone, don’t you think removing student workers from behind the counter will put a dent in an atmosphere made for college students? 

Now, I am not one that is completely against change. I even embrace it if there is a great benefit to gain from it. However, if something is to change, there should be a legitimate reason, and to me, there doesn’t appear to be a definitive motive to displace student workers from Java. While we don’t know why Metz is making these changes, I worry about the effect it can have on Java’s atmosphere.

Yet, the question still stands: why, Metz? Why change Java like this? ★

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Metz Changes Confuse and Concern

By Sarah Burton

The new school year of 2022-2023 at Houghton has brought in many changes, most notably the change from college to university. However, the title is not the only thing that has undergone change – Metz’s dining options for students have as well. 

Dinner hours on weekdays have been extended on Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00pm to 9:30pm. Poblano’s and Big Als have been replaced by Sizzle and Swirl with Poblano’s reappearing in the Dining Hall as a taco/burrito bar. Big Als was not as fortunate to make a return.

In an interview, sophomore Alliah Fluent remarked on the changes Metz has made this year, saying how she appreciates the smoothie bar and waffle maker but misses the pasta station. The change Fluent feels the most is the removal of meal exchange.

“Athletes are most affected by these changes,” she said. “The extended hours don’t have a lot of good options for us. I haven’t been able to visit Sizzle and Swirl yet because I haven’t had time.” 

She also mentioned the use of flex dollars, saying, “Other meal plans at other schools allow for multiple flex options; we already have a limited amount of flex dollars to spend at Java, having another place only makes it harder.” 

Sophomore Tony Agueci Jr.  discussed the changes to Metz as well. 

“I do have a problem with having to use flex dollars for the “Swirl” half,” he said. “I feel like a big part of Houghton culture is the ice cream being always available in the Dining Hall.”

He also mentioned that Houghton was the number one consumer of ice cream from the company from which it used to buy.

“Houghton ate the most ice cream of all. I feel like that’s a name we should try to live up to, as unhealthy as it sounds,” he said.

To be able to do this, Agueci believes it would be a good idea to move the soft-serve back upstairs at least, while keeping the special flavors downstairs.

In terms of the Poblano’s burrito bar, he really only has one fear. 

“What I know is that the Poblano’s station is where they used to serve Buffalo chicken nuggets, so I hope the burritos don’t replace the ‘buff nuggs!’” he said.

Change is always difficult, and the Houghton student body is facing a lot of it this year. In response to Metz’s new dining options, the majority of students seem concerned not only about the use of flex dollars, or the accommodations for various student groups, but also how it impacts the culture of the campus as a whole.★

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Angels in the Architecture

By Rachel Huchthausen

The Wind Ensemble presented another exciting concert last Saturday.  The program, with the addition of and arrangement of Prayer for Ukraine in solidarity with those suffering because of the war at the beginning of the program, was arranged around it’s title piece, Angels in the Architecture by Frank Ticheli.  The pieces were cleverly ordered according to arch form, with scenes of nature as bookends, scenes from the Bible and Ticheli’s piece in the center so that this piece was literally Angels in the Arch(itecture).  Franco Cesarini’s Alpina Fanfare also majestically follows this architectural theme within the music itself.  The next on the program, Shenandoah by Omar Thomas, involved the audience in creating an atmosphere of rain with the Wind Ensemble.  Those who went to the concert would remember their quickly tiring and cramping fingers and would certainly give some “snaps” to the ensemble members for snapping for so long.  After Theme from “The Bible” by Toshiro Mayuzumi and When Jesus Wept by William Schuman, the Wind Ensemble presented Ticheli’s central piece.  

Dr. McGarvey noted before the beginning of the piece that Angels in the Architecture could be described as a battle between evil and the divine.  These two concepts were symbolized with various techniques from the composer’s toolkit.  Evil was represented by low dissonant notes in the brass and polytonality.  The divine took the form of an eclectic assortment of sounds associated with Christianity: high ethereal pitches produced by the percussionists playing Whirlies, angelic text in a high range beautifully sung from the balcony above the stage, a festive arrangement of a Hebrew folk song, and the joined forces of the organ and Wind Ensemble playing “Old Hundredth,” otherwise known as Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow.   The program was concluded by Dusk by Steven Bryant and Silverado by Bruce Broughton. Thank you to the Wind Ensemble—especially those graduating—for your wonderful work. ★

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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (2022)

By Caleb Tiedemann

To end the year I wanted to find a good movie, one that I could recommend as a finale to all the reviewing work I have done throughout the year. Luckily I was able to find one through the constant ads and marketing on Instagram, which weirdly knows my tastes better than my own family. A film that goes by the name of The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent. After watching the trailer about a week before actually seeing the movie I was interested and all the marketing only made me more excited. So I sat down hoping to see something enjoyable and funny. Lucky for me, it was just what I wanted. 

When it comes to comedy, you get a mix of movies, many claim to be comedic but are just worthless and unfunny outings. I am sure the first time a guy got hit in the crotch on TV, was like Jesus healing the blind man to comedic writers who believed they struck gold. Now, lets not deny, that is peak comedy, but today if you see that in a movie, it will not have nearly as funny of an effect as when it did ten years prior. You’re probably wondering why I made this whole paragraph, but there is a point. The point being that Massive Talent, is genuinely funny. It does not rely on cheap gags alone. It relies on that fact that you have some knowledge about film and culture.

The movie stars Nick Cage as Nick Cage (a daring casting choice) who is running out of luck and experiencing burnout. His career is dying as well as his marriage and relationship with his dughter. On the verge of financial collapse, he accepts an offer to make an appearance at a rich billionaire’s birthday party. However, there is a twist, the billionaire, Javi (played by Pedro Pascal)  is a super fan of Nick Cage, as well as a crime lord wanted by the US government. While Nick is pestered for information about Javi, the two of them start to become close friends and form a wholesome brotherhood, attempting to write a movie together. 

From that brief synopsis alone you can tell that this movie is already something interesting. The whole movie is one big love letter to two things: movies and film, and Nick Cage. There are multiple references to Nick Cage’s wacky and wild career, from his hits such as Face Off and The Rock to things like his voicework in Croods. It talks of movies, classic and non, poking fun at them and the cinematic “system.” Nick Cage is just awesome in this movie, he just seems to enjoy his time on screen and really sells his act. But the star of this movie has to be Pedro Pascal as Javi. The whole time he acts like the biggest nerd and is super convincing in every way, I literally loved his performance. 

The cinematography was just gorgeous as the whole movie takes place on an exotic country. The costumes were nothing special, but I just really love floral button ups so the whole movie was tailored to my choice of summer ware. The humor was funny and it had me laughign throughout the entire film. There is a plot point where in order to come up with ideas for their movie script Nick and Javi take LSD and I have not laughed out loud that much in possibly any movie theater. Overall, I strongly recommend the movie. If you do not want to take it from my word alone, check out the trailer because that enough convinced me to see it. In my mind it is the perfect 100 minutes to kick back and put your brain on autopilot. I strongly recommend the movie with one of the longest titles ever: The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.

Grade: A

Wishing everyone a wonderful summer, I’ll see you all in the Fall!★

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Treading the Transition: A Homeschooler’s Journey Through Houghton

By Ethan Oakes

I have fond memories of my life as a homeschooler.  My family’s curriculum gave me a lot of room to pursue my interests.  As a result, I grew accustomed to having a large amount of freetime which I often spent developing animation projects, tutorials, or just talking with friends online. I didn’t have a lot of major challenges or stressors in my life at the time, so when I came to Houghton in 2018, I was in for a pretty jarring experience. Between classes, homework, and sharing a dormitory with strangers, I quickly realized that my life was taking a drastic turn, but despite the new opportunities Houghton gave me to grow, a part of me refused to let go of the past.

Throughout freshman year, I desperately hoped to keep all of my personal projects going, but I also strived for academic perfection and spent an excessive amount of time making sure all of my schoolwork was immaculate. Ultimately, when I was unable to make the progress I wanted on my personal projects, I grew frustrated. I quickly began fantasizing about how much better things would be once I didn’t have to worry about college anymore, and I could finally get back to working on my projects full time, just as I did during homeschool.

My idealistic mindset had me exhausted by my sophomore year. I started pulling all-nighters in an attempt to fit in everything I wanted to do and wasn’t taking the time to explore the relationships or activities that Houghton offered me outside of academics.  As fate would have it, those offers would soon be off the table, as COVID would force me to return home in mid-March. Taking advantage of my circumstances, and recognizing my deteriorating mental state, I decided to spend a year taking classes from the comfort of home. I hoped that it would buy me the time and energy I needed to recognize what I was doing wrong, and come up with a new gameplan.

This ended up being the right move. The relatively lax nature of online lectures had finally given me the chance to let go of my past, recognize my own limitations, prioritize my health, and accept my life as a college student.  By the end of junior year, I felt refreshed and ready to return to campus. I could have remained online through my senior year as well, but by this time, I had come to miss friends and faculty on campus, and realized that staying off-campus would have likely thrown away my last opportunity to hang out with some of these people in-person. So with my newfound resolve, I promised to keep my ambitions in check, and walked back onto campus grounds.  I do not regret this choice for a single moment, as senior year ended up being the highlight of my academic career.

We may not always like the way our life flows, but if there’s anything the last few years have taught me, it’s to embrace change, and make the most of wherever we find ourselves in life.  It is easy to fantasize about how good our lives used to be, or even how great our lives could be if we could only obtain that one special thing, but in doing so, we could be neglecting the joys of the moment. Our ideals may be important, but they shouldn’t consume us to the point of melancholy.  Rather, we should look to our ideals for direction, while allowing ourselves to appreciate the simple pleasures of the day. Each day provides a unique experience from the last, and by seeking these experiences out, I believe we can live more fulfilling lives.

When I graduate a few weeks from today, I will once again be presented with the hardships that come from facing a major life change, but this time, I am prepared.  I will not fall back into the hole I fell in four years ago. I will use the lessons I learned from my time at Houghton to live my life in the moment, remain thankful for my blessings, and by extension, create a happier future for both myself and others.★

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Could Houghton Become a University?

​To compete with its top competitors, a task force has been formed to potentially rename Houghton College to Houghton University. Comprised of Houghton students, faculty, alumni, staff, and trustees, the taskforce is being co-chaired by Jason Towers, Houghton’s Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, and JoAnne Barnes, a member of Houghton’s Board of Trustees. Together, the two have made a significant amount of progress with their team in potentially turning Houghton into a university.

In an email about the task force’s recent success, Towers reported to the STAR that “the feedback we received from the taskforce, Student Council, the larger faculty, the Alumni Foundation, the Athletics Advisory Board, and the President’s Advisory Board has been exceptionally positive and supportive of this potential change.” After this feedback was received, the task force submitted a positive recommendation to President Lewis in which these supportive groups were cited. It then was decided by Lewis that he would bring this recommendation to the Board of Trustees on April 25th or 26th with a final decision following. When this decision is made, a submission will be sent to New York State with Towers and company expecting a “swift confirmation because we do in fact meet the new criteria established by the state for University status in January of this year.”

There are several reasons why Houghton is pushing for possible university status. One of them is what “university” status means to the various student groups that the college serves. Towers explained this meaning in relation to his experience in the Enrollment and Marketing field. He wrote, “For our international and Canadian students, the word ‘College’ is more equivalent to junior or community college and as a result, requires significant explanation if they return to their home country for employment. Further, in the recruitment process many of those students will not even consider us [Houghton] because we are a college.”

The second reason is in regards to Houghton’s preexisting graduate programs. In the eyes of students who are seeking a graduate program, Houghton’s status as a college may turn them away due to colleges sometimes being seen as “pre-graduate” schools that do not offer graduate programs. Houghton is trying to change this because it already offers graduate programs in Business Administration, Education/Literacy, and Music, which all meet the criteria for university status. 

The third reason is regarding local competition, particularly in Buffalo, having made this change recently. Towers explained, “Several of our local competitors in Buffalo have recently changed from College to University and this change will allow us to remain competitive with them. Further, it provides evidence of our commitment to historically underserved areas.” ★

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Big Bats, Big Swings, and Breaking Records

By Isaac Little

  The Houghton Highlanders Softball team has seen a great amount of success during the 2022 season. The team currently holds an overall record of 16-15 (4-6 conference), splitting games against top-ranked teams, such as defending Empire 8 Champions, Alfred University, who appeared in the NCAA Division III National Tournament during their 2021 campaign. Under the direction of first-year coach, Chad Muise, the Highlanders have had a historic season, breaking the record for most wins in a season. Although the team is pleased with their results so far, they stay hungry as they continue to fight for a spot in the Empire 8 Conference tournament.

         After speaking with graduate student Barbara Richert (‘22) about emotions surrounding this year’s success, she states, “we have been able to connect the pieces and are seeing great results. Watching this team continue to break program records has been so rewarding for everyone.”  Richert continues to commend her teammates for their hitting success, saying “this year we have had an exceptional number of players knock one out of the park. Nothing gets me more hyped than seeing a ball clear the fence and my teammate’s wide smile as they jog around the bases.” The Highlanders have seen home runs from Hannah Haskell (‘22), who has hit three; Carlee Miller (‘24), who has hit two; Grace Thompson (‘22), who has hit one;  and Elise Swanson (’23), Chyanne Bushyhead (23′) and Adelynn Killian (‘25), who have both hit their first career home run this season. The Highlanders are ranked first amongst all the teams in the E8’s for batting average, and three of the Highlanders are individually ranked within the top 10 under this same category.

         The Highlanders have also seen a great amount of success from their pitchers this season as they pose a major threat to anyone who dares to challenge them at the plate. Houghton’s prolific pitchers include Kayla Loomis (‘23), Jen Burrows (‘23), and Alisabeth Crandall (‘24), who each bring their own unique skill set on the mound. When talking to Barbara Richert (‘22) about strategies that have proved to be successful thus far, she stated, “our team has worked to be intentional with the practices we have, taking each rep to improve, learn, and grow, while also taking the time to make smart decisions on the field has helped us beat out our competitors.” The Highlanders use data analytics to their favor by tracking and recording each pitch thrown to determine the best way to attack the opposition and exploit their weakness.

         When discussing the topic of the coaching transition in the program, spiritual leader Hannah Chorey (‘23) states that “Coach Chad has made the transition extremely easy. His knowledge of the game is very high, and the genuine care he shows our team is invaluable. He makes us strive to grow as players and our knowledge of the game each and every day.” It has been proven that Chorey plays an instrumental role in the outfield, as she made many big plays, specifically in one of the Highlanders’ biggest wins of the season over the defending  Empire 8 champions, Alfred University. It is clear that the Highlanders have learned much from Coach Muise, as their historic season continues to develop each day.

         As the Houghton Softball team enters the tail end of their season, the team looks to build on their success in the earlier part of the season. Barbara Richert (‘22) states, “we have proved to ourselves and the entire conference that we can defeat high level teams.” The Houghton Softball program looks to continue their historic season, hungry to make their first appearance in the Empire 8 Conference Tournament. ★

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First Commencement Ceremony at Houghton College Buffalo

By Jannatul Noshin

Choosing which college to attend can be challenging, as can attending college finally graduating from college is a dream come true. Houghton College Buffalo (HCB) is a strong foundational leader in the hard work, determination and true environment of support needed for a successful college experience. HCB goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone will get a chance to walk across that graduation stage. Houghton College Buffalo’s students once had a dream, a vision, and a desire to graduate from college without fear. Immigrant students are astounded to see how Houghton College Buffalo has not just created grounds for academic excellence, but also a safe space where their value is respected.

Graduation is rapidly approaching, and this year Houghton College Buffalo is honored to be hosting a Commencement Ceremony located at the Forbes Theater in Downtown Buffalo, New York. This will be an intimate time where students will be able to see the tangible fruits that they so earnestly worked for, and this monumental occasion will not just represent a time for celebration and fellowship, but a page in the history book for Houghton College as a whole. This ceremony will be expected to showcase the uniqueness, diversity, and honors of the Buffalo students. The students are ecstatic. Some students are even unable to comprehend the fact that they are ready to receive their diplomas.

Aroni Adamu (‘22) was delighted to be able to express his emotions, he stated, “this graduation means a lot to me and the fact that I’m the firstborn in my family to graduate from college makes me happy and wants to keep going, and I feel like I am appreciating what I am doing because I’m showing a way for my siblings.” 

Kamulete Bwemere (‘22) was happy to offer his insights, he added, “I believe that life is short, and you need to use it wisely.  I understand that to achieve what you are looking for in the future you need to work hard, I took my education seriously because I know that the people who prepare for life, will be the ones who enjoy it in the future. I would like to thank Houghton College. As an immigrant student, it helped make me who I am today as I did not know if I could be. I’m excited to graduate with my Associate’s degree at Houghton College.”

Kisongo Kashindi (‘22) was eager to tell everyone else about his experiences, “I’m so happy to graduate from Houghton College because I learn many of the things that I don’t know about college and I was the first person in my family to go to college so I think the education that I got here at Houghton was worth it. I will also try to help my sister and brother to know more about college, of course, I like this program and it will be better if they continue to do the same thing or improve the other things next year. Also, let me take this opportunity to say thanks to all my professors who taught me at the beginning of the semester and end of the semester. God bless you all and let me say thank you for all the education you give me and I learn a lot from you all my teachers.”

 Houghton College Buffalo prepares its students to deal with challenges in the future. Leaders are born and then created. These students were nurtured at Houghton College Buffalo to be leaders in their communities and society. These students are prepared for the future, a future in which peace and unity are expected.

If a message is not learned or applied with sincerity, it is nothing more than a collection of words. Houghton College Buffalo exemplifies what it means to walk the talk and teach the fundamentals of a path that leads to both internal and external prosperity. This appeal is being led by HCB, which is disseminating the truth of Jesus Christ in order for students to discover the path of life. A life where the truth is important. A truth that will preserve humanity, and as a result, countless generations will follow a path that will fulfill God’s purposes. Students at HCB are motivated by the truth and the purpose to create the future that our world needs. Houghton College Buffalo (HCB) is a place where education is important, appreciated, and cherished by everyone regardless of what background or nationality they are from. ★