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In almost every sport, there is a definite GOAT, or “Greatest of All Time.” Tom Brady is the goat of football, Babe Ruth is the goat of baseball and Wayne Gretzky is the goat of ice hockey. In one other major American sport, though, brews a passionate debate on who is the greatest player of …

The popular phrase “Birds aren’t real” was first coined in 2021 and is considered the “Gen Z conspiracy theory,” according to a New York Times article. The idea behind “birds aren’t real” is that the United States government got rid of all the birds and replaced them with drones. “The Birds Aren’t Real movement exists …

Written by Andrew Boggess and Matthew Orquia In the past year, four pastors have left their positions at the Collegedale Church of Seventh-day Adventists. David Ferguson, former lead pastor for the Collegedale church, transitioned to the position of campus pastor for Crosswalk, Chattanooga. His last Sabbath at the Collegedale church was May 13. Kris Eckenroth, …

Editor's Note: The following Q&A has been edited for length and clarity. Melissa Reid, the associate director of Public Affairs and Religious Liberty for the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists (SDA), visited Southern Adventist University’s campus this month to help promote an upcoming on-campus religious liberty conference. As a representative of the SDA church …

Every year, the month of October is accompanied by exciting seasonal flavors and traditions. October reintroduces pumpkin spice lattes, Halloween and, the most important of them all: postseason baseball. The MLB playoffs are fast approaching, and this year is bound to be surprising and thrilling for baseball fans.  Around the time of the All-Star break …

In an effort to enhance accessibility to medical services on campus, Southern Adventist University’s administration has made a significant policy shift concerning the University Health Center (UHC). In previous years, students seeking medical attention at the UHC incurred a visit fee. However, this year, administration has eliminated this fee and instead is requiring all students …

The significant influx of newcomers moving into Hamilton County in recent years has elevated the angst of local residents over population growth and traffic congestion in their neighborhoods. According to Nathan Janeway, the county’s director of development services, the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the growth in Hamilton County. He said houses became more affordable at …

Collegedale’s newest recreational area, Little Debbie Park, opened near The Commons on June 30 and has since gained popularity on social media. One park visitor uploaded a video to TikTok on Sept. 9 that amassed 4.9 million views, more than 480,000 likes and more than 170,000 shares. In the video, the visitor, whose username is …

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Students gather in the Talge Hall chapel at Southern Adventist University for Tuesday night worship. Tuesday, November 3, 2026. (Photo by Katie McConnell)

How much doctrinal agreement should be required before someone can become a Seventh-day Adventist? In this opinion piece, Leif Bromme explores the relationship between baptism, church membership and the denomination’s 28 Fundamental Beliefs. Drawing on a conversation with religion professor Donald Pate and the concept of theological triage, Bromme argues that the church should emphasize …

Caroline Bridges, a senior political science major, uses her phone to make a call for a photo illustration. Friday, October 30. Photo by Maddie Schmidt.

In a world where texts, group chats and notifications make constant communication easy, college students can feel pressure to always be available. Southern Adventist University students share how they manage expectations around responding to messages, disconnect from their phones and make time for themselves. From using apps that temporarily lock phones to scheduling alone time, …

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 …

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