I’m Leaving You This Record: 4 Your Eyez Only

In honor of this being my last review of the 2024-2025 school year, I decided now was a perfect time to deep dive into one of my absolute favorite albums of all time. “4 Your Eyez Only.” a masterpiece of a concept album.  The album came out Dec. 9, 2016, exactly two years after his album “2014 Forest Hills Drive.” which was recently certified as … Continue reading I’m Leaving You This Record: 4 Your Eyez Only

2025 Honor Convocation and Who’s Who Awards Celebrate Top Scholars and Leaders

Courtesy of Michael Howie On April 30, Hastings College honored students and faculty at the Honors Convocation for their achievements.  The Don and Nancy Seaton Faculty Achievement Award was presented to Dr. Louie Eckhardt, associate professor of music. Dr. Brian Corr, associate professor of art, received the Anderson Mentoring and Advising Award, which is presented to an employee who has advised, mentored or made a … Continue reading 2025 Honor Convocation and Who’s Who Awards Celebrate Top Scholars and Leaders

Graduating Seniors Present Diverse and Insightful Research in Capstone Presentations

The Political Science department recently celebrated a significant academic milestone as its students presented their meticulously developed capstone projects. These presentations, representing the culmination of years of dedicated study and intellectual growth, offered a compelling glimpse into the rigorous research and critical analysis undertaken by the students on a wide array of pressing contemporary political issues.  The event underscored the breadth and depth of inquiry … Continue reading Graduating Seniors Present Diverse and Insightful Research in Capstone Presentations

Miles for Mik

On Friday, May 9th, students and staff join Physical Education Instructor Casey Molifua and associate professor of art Dr. Brian Corr as they run every mile on the hour around Heartwell Park. Molifua and Corr will begin at 6:00 a.m., and they invite anyone in the area to run or walk with them in honor of Mikaelah “Mik” Molifua or any loved one lost to … Continue reading Miles for Mik

Honoraries on Campus Recognize Several Students

On Wednesday, April 30th, several students were recognized for their outstanding work by honoraries on campus. The honoraries on campus are ways for students to get involved on campus and beyond while showing their academic excellence. The Nebraska Alpha Chapter of Alpha Chi is an honor society that includes junior and senior students in the top 10% of their classes. Their rewards are as follows: … Continue reading Honoraries on Campus Recognize Several Students

Hastings College hosts annual Bronco Bash

Hastings College hosted its annual Bronco Bash on April 27, offering students a day packed with food, games and much more.  The event kicked off at 10:00 a.m. as students arrived to pick up free t-shirts and food tickets. Throughout the day, the campus buzzed with activities ranging from bouncy houses, soccer, cornhole, to a variety of other activities provided by Student Engagement.  “There were … Continue reading Hastings College hosts annual Bronco Bash

Memory Lane: The 31 year long legacy of “Illmatic”

April 2025 marks the 31st anniversary of Nas’ smashing debut album, “Illmatic” that came out on the 19 of April 1994. Rolling Stone ranked the album at number 44 of the list of 500 Greatest Albums of All Time in 2020 and also was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry.  This album has been recognized by writers and … Continue reading Memory Lane: The 31 year long legacy of “Illmatic”

Glow Crazy recap

Hastings College hosted its second annual Glow Crazy event on April 3, bringing a night of vibrant energy and live music to campus. Operation Glow partnered with the HC Student Association to put on the dance for all students to enjoy.  By 9:00 p.m., students dressed in neon and began filling Kiewit Gymnasium. The event featured a live DJ, glow-in-the-dark paint, a laser show and … Continue reading Glow Crazy recap

“Snow White” movie review

Disney has started to create live actions of their Disney movies. Some of the live action films include “Cinderella,” “Aladdin,” “The Little Mermaid,” “Mulan” and one of my favorites, “Cruella.” Now this live action has sparked a lot of controversy before and after the film was produced.  This classic 1937 Disney movie was the very first Disney princess to hit the screen and many people … Continue reading “Snow White” movie review

Science as a candle in the dark

In an age increasingly defined by the rapid dissemination of information, the ability to distinguish fact from fiction has become not merely an academic exercise but a vital life skill. With misinformation and pseudoscientific claims proliferating across countless media platforms, cultivating scientific literacy is essential for both individual empowerment and the well-being of society at large.  In a recent talk, Assistant Professor of Psychology Dr. … Continue reading Science as a candle in the dark