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Southern Adventist University students are taking to the field as flag football intramurals get underway this semester. The games bring competition, teamwork and school spirit to campus.

Southern Adventist University student Bethel Onyekachi went from joining a LifeGroup to leading one and coaching other student leaders, showing how spiritual community can inspire discipleship and leadership.

The Office of Ministry and Missions at Southern Adventist University has started a peer-to-peer Bible study program designed to encourage students to explore Scripture, build relationships and grow spiritually alongside fellow students.

Southern Adventist University’s Student Association Senate is considering changes to clarify how senators are elected and how voting districts would work, following concerns that the current appointment process conflicts with existing election rules.

Collegedale Academy students experienced an impaired driving simulation through the Arrive Alive Tour, organized by the Collegedale Police Department to demonstrate how drugs, alcohol and distracted driving affect reaction time and vehicle control.

Associate Dean Susan Pennington retired after more than 13 years in Southern Adventist University’s Residence Life department. Students and colleagues remember her for her kindness, faith, mentorship and dedication to residents.

Southern Adventist University’s Latin American Club honored Hispanic Heritage Month with “Hijo,” a student-written play about perseverance, family expectations and pursuing dreams, alongside cultural dances and live music.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping creativity, from practical images and presentations to AI-generated books and music, raising questions about human expression and artistic integrity.

Domestic violence remains an often-unreported issue. Southern Adventist University students discuss reporting concerns, supporting victims and finding resources for safety.

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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. …

Headshot of Dennis Negrón. (Photo sourced from Southern Adventist University Website)

Dennis Negrón, Southern Adventist University’s vice president of Student Development and Title IX coordinator, will leave the university on Nov. 18 after 33 years of service. His resignation follows concerns about an inappropriate social media repost on his personal Instagram account. University administration stated that an investigation found no wrongdoing and that Negrón made the …

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