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April 4, 2025 Vol 121

Category: Opinions

1918: Houghton Goes to War

1918: Houghton Goes to War

This is the first installment of an ongoing series that will investigate the Houghton Star archives. If you would like to…
Blinded By Our Branding

Blinded By Our Branding

As churchgoers, we are always encouraged to invite friends to church. We are urged to spread Christ in our workplaces,…
Two Views // On Loving Your Neighbor – Angela Dow

Two Views // On Loving Your Neighbor – Angela Dow

I find the current political dialogue disheartening. It seems like we’re all being forced to identify as either Democrats or…
A Hope Without Reason

A Hope Without Reason

In recent months the word “hope” has appeared repeatedly to me in books, conversations, and chapel talks. I am thinking…
Two Views // On Loving Your Neighbor – Gena Hartman

Two Views // On Loving Your Neighbor – Gena Hartman

As a Christian, one of my core beliefs is that we should love our neighbors. I work hard to support…
Seeking Home, Finding God

Seeking Home, Finding God

What is home? This question was posed and discussed by President Mullen the first day of classes, and prompted a…
Many Misguided Messages

Many Misguided Messages

In the 21st century, people enjoy things that are tragically beautiful. People take to the idea of “ending the stigma”…
Compassion Over Comfort

Compassion Over Comfort

“I get what they were saying, but they shouldn’t have said it like that.” This comment captures the general sentiments…
Our God Is Not A Man

Our God Is Not A Man

As an English major with a particular penchant for poetry, I am a sucker for a good metaphor. I’ll take…
Seeking Sensible Solutions

Seeking Sensible Solutions

When I look at the world around me, I am reminded of the social and political debates that consume America.…