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The Collegedale Christmas Parade will run through Southern Adventist University’s campus on University Drive this Sunday at 3 p.m. Featuring festive floats, classic cars, fire trucks and food vendors, the event invites students and community members to celebrate the holiday season together.

As finals week approaches, many college students experience burnout from prolonged stress and overworking. By scheduling time for yourself, staying organized and taking proactive steps toward assignments, students can reduce stress and push through exam week with focus and balance.

Dorm chaplains at Southern Adventist University serve as a spiritual and emotional resource for students living on campus. By building relationships, praying with students and organizing worship and community events, chaplains play a vital role in residence hall life.

Formula One’s 2025 season heads into a dramatic finale in Abu Dhabi as Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, and Oscar Piastri battle for the championship. With new fans drawn in by film and community watch parties, the sport’s global momentum is stronger than ever.

In a device-driven world, many adults sleep with their phone within arm’s reach. This article explores the unseen health and sleep consequences of keeping your phone nearby at night and why creating healthier digital boundaries matters.

Southern Adventist University celebrated the Gym-Masters’ 50th anniversary by hosting Acrofest, a three-day event bringing together gymnasts from 32 Adventist academies and universities for training, worship and a final performance.

Students at Southern Adventist University describe the difficulties of meeting worship credit requirements while juggling academics, employment and extracurricular commitments, raising questions about accessibility, engagement and fairness on campus.

Campus Safety partnered with the Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department to host a live fire safety demonstration, educating students and faculty on fire prevention, fire extinguishers and dorm safety.

The Collegedale City Commission unanimously approved an MOU permitting the U.S. Secret Service to conduct training at the Collegedale Police Department’s firing range, a routine partnership aimed at improving law enforcement readiness and safety.

Many chase the idea of a dream job, believing it will bring ultimate happiness. Yet even coveted careers come with stress, challenges, and unmet expectations. True fulfillment comes from appreciating daily moments, supportive environments, and meaningful work, rather than an idealized title.

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Men’s intramural flag football semifinal game is illuminated by, not only by the track lights, but by one of the two new scoreboards added to Southern’s campus. Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (Photo by Ava-Caroline Schmidt)

Southern Adventist University has installed new digital scoreboards near the outdoor track beside the Hulsey Wellness Center, replacing flip chart scoreboards and small digital clocks used for intramural sports. Supplied by Coca-Cola through the university’s campus contract, the displays debuted during flag football playoffs on Oct. 26. Students and staff are adjusting to the new …

Photo of volunteer chaplains doing a bonding activity with each other. September 6, 2026. (Photo by Aidan Sammons.)

Southern Adventist University’s Talge Hall has introduced a volunteer chaplain program designed to strengthen community and provide students with spiritual support. The program brings together 11 student volunteers who build relationships with residents, check in with students, work alongside resident assistants and assist with spiritual programming. Directed by Aidan Sammons through the Office of Ministry …

The Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient monument for Corporal Desmond T. Doss at the Veteran's Memorial Park of Collegedale. Monday, October 26, 2026. (Photo by Melea Hwang).

Collegedale’s annual Veterans Day celebration will include the unveiling of a star-shaped monument honoring the U.S. Space Force at Collegedale Veterans Memorial Park. Hosted by American Legion Desmond T. Doss Post 257, the Nov. 11 ceremony will feature the Collegedale Academy band and is expected to draw local and state officials. In addition to the …

Valeishka Cruz, who is a junior majoring in Liberal Arts Education, shares her experience going on a vision trip. October 30, 2026 (Photo Taken by Christine Lee)

After 25 years of Southern Adventist University students sharing their testimonies through local and global mission work, ERC Missions is turning those experiences into a book. Directed by Alex Castillejos, the project organizes student stories around themes such as forgiveness, miracles and personal transformation. Featuring experiences from students like Johnny Rojas, Celeste Mandujano and Jacob …

Students in Professor Christie Wilder's policy class pose for a picture with Congressmen Chuck Fleischmann. Tuesday, October 13, 2026. (Photo courtesy of source).

Southern Adventist University social work students traveled to Washington, D.C., to advocate for continued funding for the Federal TRIO Programs, which support low-income, first-generation and disabled students pursuing higher education. Through meetings with congressional staffers and a follow-up classroom visit from Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, students helped secure his commitment to join the nonpartisan TRIO Caucus. …

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