Every semester when chapel nears its conclusion, the student body listens to several speeches from graduating seniors. Without fail, I’ve always pondered what I would say if I got the…
“With the current circumstances, we recognize the stress that faculty and students are under and the need to do things differently sometimes to cover the material to finish the semester.”…
Let’s talk about faces. Our faces communicate countless messages almost constantly. Specifically, our mouths are crucial to communication. We, of course, use our mouths to relay verbal messages. However, the…
“You graduate on Saturday. You go to church on Sunday. Then it’s Monday, and you’d better have a plan.” It was a piece of satirical advice given by a professor…
To our professors, teachers and instructors: First of all, thank you. Thank you for trying your best during this strange time. As we, the students, grapple with our emotions regarding…
Jerry Mitchell is in the business of finding the truth. After watching the wildly popular show “Tiger King,” his sights are set on a new mystery: the disappearance of Don…
After over 30 years of Aramark overseeing food services at Harding, a new company will take charge of feeding students this fall. Vice President for Finance and CFO Tammy Hall…
There are hundreds — perhaps thousands — of great movies and shows to fill your free time while we isolate and stay home during the days of COVID-19. From reality…
It has been two weeks since classes transitioned to total online instruction, and if you’re anything like me, the new normal has left you with much more free time than…
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Over the past week, we have experienced a lot of firsts. As a community, we experienced our first week of online instruction. Many of us have gone through our first…
Harding University announced today that the rest of the spring semester will be conducted through online instruction due to growing national and global health concerns surrounding COVID-19. While on Spring…
Harding University announced today that all classes would be conducted remotely until further notice. The University is currently on Spring Break with classes originally intended to resume Monday, March 16.…
Students attending Harding University in Greece (HUG) received notification today that they will be returning to the States due to growing global concerns surrounding COVID-19, the disease caused by a…
All international Spring Break mission trips organized by Harding University have been canceled due to escalating concerns and uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, the virus causing an international coronavirus disease outbreak. Most…
There are two types of people when it comes to inboxes: those with no unread emails, and those with thousands of months-old messages. There is no in-between. I happen to…
Beginning fall 2020, students will all attend one chapel service daily at 9 a.m. President Bruce McLarty announced the plans in chapel Feb. 19, shortly followed by a campuswide email.…
The lights flickered back on as final, triumphant notes faded away. Six students and two faculty members blinked as our eyes readjusted, and several of us quietly wiped away the…
The men’s tennis team defeated University of Montevallo last weekend, improving their record to 6-0 for the spring season. The victory came one week after the team upset Midwestern State…
Stepping into a new role, position or job always comes with a learning curve; it’s inevitable. Transitioning into the editor’s position this year was no exception. Every week — every…
This month, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released data on the physical inactivity of adults. The data concluded 32.5% of adults in Arkansas are physically inactive. This…
You read the headline correctly: I like “Twilight.” The over-dramatized gazes, the love triangle, even the soundtrack — I can’t help but appreciate it all. At the risk of eternal…
On Monday, more than 1,000 local schoolchildren, multiple representatives from Arkansas universities and one NASA chief technologist will convene on Harding’s campus for NASA Day at Harding and the official…
A grueling week of post-holiday workouts led several members of the men’s and women’s track teams to record-breaking finishes at the teams’ first indoor showing of the season Jan. 11.…
Monday, I tapped through countless Instagram stories displaying Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. quotes in aesthetic fonts. On Facebook, I liked the plethora of tributes to the civil rights hero…
As with any decade, the 2010s brought countless notable events to U.S. news. From ecological disasters to social movements to astronomical phenomena, there were many news events that made headlines…
As we all wrap up classes, projects and papers for the semester, The Bison concludes a semester of work as well. After nine issues and 16 weeks of work, we…
“When I left, I felt more confident in what I was doing.” That’s how freshman film major Alexa Blankenship felt as she exited Benson Auditorium Tuesday night. “I called my…
If you are reading this column, stop what you’re doing right now and Google search photos of the live action “Sonic the Hedgehog” movie. Come back when you’re done. OK,…
After several months of careful study, discussion and prayer, members of Downtown Church of Christ are focused on maintaining unity as the church moves in a new direction, specifically regarding…
With focused determination, sophomore Dylan Douglas crossed the finish line first on Oct. 26 at the Great American Conference (GAC) cross-country championship, finishing the 8K race with a time of…
Earlier this week, I got a call from a friend asking if I wanted to go on a walk. Immediately, my spirit was lifted and my exhaustion was eased a…
One of my most deeply rooted fears is that one day, my friends will realize that I’m honestly not that great. I’m afraid they’ll finally see I’m not as funny…
Aramark and University Communications and Marketing (UCM) unveiled new labeling and signage for the Charles White Dining Hall last week. Playing into Harding’s overall brand identity and the Bison theme,…
After going through two open houses, three rounds of mixers, a visitation reception, induction ceremonies and Club Week, students will wrap up the 2019 social club induction process tonight. This…
My first home was Austin, Texas. (Please don’t talk to me about last weekend’s Texas and Oklahoma game — too soon.) We lived in a sweet neighborhood. I remember my…
From the show’s conception in the spring semester to planning sessions in the summer to countless hours poured into the first nine weeks of school, the making of “Matilda” has…
You can’t rough the passer.” “You have to wait until she snaps the ball to move.” “You can’t block with your hands.” Last week, women’s social clubs kicked off their…
On Tuesday, Oct. 1, former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger was convicted of the murder of Botham Jean, a 2016 Harding Universty alumnus, in his home on Sept. 6, 2018.…
In the action-drama television series “24,” Agent Jack Bauer works with the Counter Terrorist Unit to identify and terminate terrorism threats to the United States. Since its debut in 2001,…
On Sunday, Sept. 29, Harding will commence its 96th annual Bible Lectureship beginning with a performance by the Harding University Chorus at 6:30 p.m. For many students, the four-day event…
The semester is undeniably settling into a rhythm, with social clubs entering the third week of mixers and classes nearing the midterm mark. However, there are still many opportunities for…
One of my favorite secondhand Christmas stories is best told by my mom regarding Christmas of 1999 when I was 2 years old. As all the cousins began settling down…
Staff note: On Monday, Sept. 9, Chancellor Emeritus Clifton Ganus died at age 97. From student to professor to president to chancellor, Dr. Ganus served the Harding community for over…
Chancellor Emeritus Clifton Ganus, Harding’s third president and first chancellor, died Monday, Sept. 9, around 7:45 p.m. after several months of health issues. “At age 97, surrounded by family, my…
“Rigorous but warm-hearted.” This is how former President Bill Clinton described Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG) in the opening remarks before her lecture in Little Rock on Tuesday,…
In addition to dress code revisions this year, the Harding administration changed another aspect of the student handbook: the statements regarding dance policies. With several words added to the dancing…
Hurricane Dorian made landfall in the Bahamas Sunday, Sept. 1, as a Category 5 storm and the second most powerful Atlantic storm in recorded history. The massive storm fluctuated between…
On Monday, Aug. 19, students experienced their first opportunity to wear shorts and caps in classes and chapel on Harding’s campus. The first day of classes marked exactly one month…
At any given time, my desk is cluttered with all sorts of random publication paraphernalia. In fact, as I write this first column of the year, I am surrounded by…
After approximately 240 hours spent on deadline nights, 50 guest opinion writers and 20 “Just the Clax” columns, this is the last print edition of The Bison newspaper for the 2018-19…
For the first time, the Harding University Chamber Singers are performing on the George S. Benson Auditorium stage during Spring Sing.The highly selective group of 16 students joins the hosts…
“I got strep throat and I ended up running a 103, 104 fever up there on stage … Of course, we were in those fleece onesies with wigs and hats…
With wide smiles and skin slightly pinkened by the afternoon sun, my friends and I climbed back into Nora’s red Toyota Corolla for the ride home, happy and content. As we…
With Spring Sing only a few weeks away, my family is starting to make plans for their third-annual trip to come watch the Thursday night performance. Even though they’re never…
One of my biggest fears is that someone will ask what I’m listening to when they see me sitting in the library with earbuds. It’s not because I’m listening to anything…
Over spring break, I spent over 30 hours in the car. (It should have only been about 25 hours, but some of my travel companions had to make pit stops…
The debris still smoldered days after falling; blocks had been transformed into what resembled war zones. Husbands, mothers and friends still held out hope that maybe, just maybe, their loved…
In his 1997 address to the World Bank Conference, Kofi Annan said, “Knowledge is power. Information is liberating.” If the last week has taught me anything, it’s that this sentiment…
It’s here; Super Bowl Sunday is upon us. Everyone is figuring out just how they’re going to spend this unofficial American holiday, and I’ve decided that I’m not just going…
I stood frozen at the front of the classroom, mouth open in utter shock. Staring back at me were 24 pairs of merciless eyes, offering no assistance as I remained…
The last notes of the fight song rang out as the crowd began spilling onto the field. The football players lined up to shake hands, one side dejected and the…
I have had many top priorities throughout my life; they change with whatever stage I’m in at the time. When I was 4 years old, my top priority was earning…
A wise man once said, “I wish there was a way to know you’re in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.” This person may or may not…
Club Week: a long-standing Harding tradition. In many ways, the busy week has remained consistent year after year. Exhausted students waiting outside the caf before daylight? Check. Social clubs joining…
Last Thursday, I played soccer for the first time in my entire life. I wish this was the beginning of one of those stories where the subject finds a hidden…
Informational and directional signs. Digital monitors around campus. The Harding App and website. All platforms of social media. One department on campus pulls together all these aspects and more: University…
Spring 2006. I was 8 years old, thriving in second-grade and studying hard for the local spelling bee. Life was good — except for a sense of constant pain. Growing…
My parents and I stood frozen, eyes darting, sweat beading on our brows. Time was running out, and we knew we needed to act before it was too late. Taking…
“I always skip chapel on 9/11. Every year it’s pretty cringe-worthy.” It was a shock to hear someone make this casual comment Tuesday afternoon. The fact that someone would be…
The student body elected two freshmen representatives and an international representative for the Student Association (SA) last week. Freshmen Jacob Rhymes and Abby Maguffee were elected to the freshmen positions,…
Let’s start from the beginning: a very good place to start. For me, it all started with “The Sound of Music.” When I was only 7 years old, I watched…
Class is in session, extracurricular activities have commenced and curfew is in full effect. All this can only mean one thing: a new school year has arrived. If you are…
Oasis Car Wash and Drye opened on Beebe Capps expressway last month. Situated next to the Big Red gas station at 700 E. Beebe Capps, the car wash offers a…
“A Quiet Place,” rated PG-13, opened in theaters on April 6, earning $50.2 million its opening weekend. Featuring John Krasinski as the writer, director and main character, as well as…
Jan Morgan, Republican candidate for Arkansas governor, will host a meet and greet event at White County Fairgrounds tonight from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. as part of her gubernatorial…
Spring is in the air, and outdoor activities are in full swing in Searcy. There are multiple 5K runs and other marathon events in the community during April, many supporting…
The Ganus Athletic Center (GAC) is in the process of introducing new sports and recreational opportunities for students. Floor hockey, spikeball, water polo and ultimate Frisbee are a few examples…
Southern gospel singer David Phelps will perform at Trinity Baptist Church on March 23 as part of his Journey of Faith tour. The singer has won multiple awards and performed…
In the second chapter of Philippians, Paul advises: “Do everything without grumbling or arguing” (NIV). After a week of intentionally avoiding complaint and negativity, I realized this is easier said…
The Hunts released their sophomore album, “Darlin’ Oh Darlin’” on Feb. 20, over two years after the release of their first album, “Those Younger Days.” The highly anticipated second album…
The 2018 Winter Olympic Games in PyeongChang, South Korea, have brought the world together in athletic competition once again. With Harding students representing 55 nations, there are many sentiments toward…
The Office for Church Relations will host a free women’s conference on Feb. 23 and 24 in association with Multicultural Student Services (MSS) and the Black Student Association (BSA). The…
A contested vote for independence. A president living in self-inflicted exile. A nation divided as it tries to figure out what comes next. When the autonomous community of Catalonia in…
The Arts and Life Concert Series will present a free performance by Carmen Cusack, renowned musical performer and 2016 Tony Award nominee for Best Actress, tonight at 7. Jay Walls,…
Student leaders from various organizations on campus will attend the fourth annual Harding Leadership Forum at the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion today. The Student Association (SA) officers and cabinet members, American…