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Welcome to Rooted in the Rush, where author Sarah Eckenroth works to bring
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First Day of Classes

by | Aug 29, 2020 | ,

“I prayerfully and hopefully declare the 2020-2021 academic year at Messiah University to be officially open.” With these words, Messiah University President Kim Phipps commenced another year’s studies beginning on August 25th.    The title of “university” is not...

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The New Norm – Philly Sports Rundown

by | Feb 3, 2023 | ,

Doug Pederson stood at the microphone on the steps of the art museum in Philadelphia. He faced a rambunctious sea of Eagles fans from all over the country. The city was celebrating the first Super Bowl in Philadelphia Eagles history. A franchise that had seen so much...

Opinions

Under the (Hard) Covers – The Things They Carried

by | September 26, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

“War is hell.” A succinct saying that has become an axiom, proven through the certainty of bloodshed and terror that are the experiences of the young and old, the soldier and the civilian. But Tim O’Brien is not so sure that war is only hell.  His novel, “The Things...
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Under the (Hard) Covers – Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?

by | September 16, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

The cyberpunk genre has seen rapid growth in popularity over the past five years or so, characterized by near-future dystopian settings of environments destroyed by human interference to an almost apocalyptic quality, rampant corporations that dictate legislation more...
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Under the (Hard) Covers – Crime and Punishment

by | September 10, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

Have you ever had a superiority complex one day, and then felt like you were the dirt beneath people’s boots the next? If you have, then you should probably talk to someone about that. But if you haven’t, and just want to read a story from the perspective of such a...
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Hot Take: The Minecraft Movie Could’ve Been Good

by | April 25, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

The Minecraft Movie, at its core, was nothing to ride home about. No real plot or lesson to be taken away. Did it need to have these things? Obviously not. It had a more profitable opening weekend than The Mario Movie and more free advertising from fans than it knew...
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Under the (Hard) Covers – Roadside Picnic

by | April 1, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

The Soviet sci-fi novel “Roadside Picnic,” written by Arkady and Boris Strugatsky and published in 1972, follows Redrick “Red” Schuhart. Following a brief visit from extraterrestrial forces — of whom were never seen, either as beings or their mode of transportation —...
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Under the (Hard) Covers – The Count of Monte Cristo

by | March 25, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

“Classics are known as classics for a reason,” is an apt and true statement because I said it. Is it great when a classic stands up in the modern-day? Of course. Most of them are great and can make for a fun read when you’re looking for a break from your usual...
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Under the (Hard) Covers – Dune: Messiah

by | March 19, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

Frank Herbert’s “Dune” revolutionized the sci-fi genre in the same way that J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy changed how audiences and authors engage with fantasy. Whether you like “Star Wars,” “Star Trek” or anything in between that’s star-related,...
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Under the (Hard) Covers – Frankenstein

by | March 3, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

Do you know how some people’s parents compare their kids to other kids? Sometimes you might even catch yourself comparing your own accomplishments to others. It can be difficult to avoid the pitfall of assuming you’re falling behind when you see others your age doing...
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Under the (Hard) Covers- Dorian Gray

by | February 27, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

Classics are known as classics for a reason; they’ve made their mark on the literary canon and continue to exist in the minds of many decades upon decades after their publication and heyday. It’s important to engage with them for the sake of understanding the...
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Under the (Hard) Covers – The Road

by | February 17, 2025 | Opinions | 0 Comments

Wow. Wow. Okay. Alright. Are you seeing this? Are you seeing this right now? No? Alright. Okay. Cool. Cool, cool. So I’m going to have to talk about this. We all need to be on the same page because Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road” is some peak reading material.  Following...
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News

World Champion Norris? – The High Octane Herald

by | November 19, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

While I don’t usually like to speak about the future when it comes to sports, it looks like Lando Norris (McLaren) is well on his way to winning the World Championship. Previously, the four drivers...
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The Home Stretch – The High Octane Herald

by | November 4, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

With only four races left in the Formula 1 season, this really is the home stretch. Even though McLaren has already officially taken home the Constructors’ championship trophy, there are still...
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McLaren in Marina Bay – The High Octane Herald

by | October 16, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

Last year’s Singapore Grand Prix was thrilling, but this year took it up a notch, particularly for McLaren. Though George Russell (Mercedes) won the race itself, McLaren won the whole Constructors...
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Romain Grosjean Returns – The High Octane Herald

by | October 3, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

While some drivers, like Max Verstappen (Red Bull), were racing this weekend, the rest of the grid has been on a break since Baku. With no live action to cover, it’s the perfect time to revisit one...
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Back to Baku – The High Octane Herald

by | September 26, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

Welcome back to the High Octane Herald! And what a race to return on. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku delivered no shortage of drama with twists, crashes and shakeups in the championship...
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Welcome to Miami! – The High Octane Herald

by | May 2, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

Next week is the Miami Grand Prix, and if it’s anything like last year, fans are in for a wild ride. Lando Norris (McLaren) won last year, with Max Verstappen (Red Bull) and Charles Leclerc...
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The Dominance of Oscar Piastri – The High Octane Herald

by | April 23, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix happened this weekend, and some changes happened in the championship as a result. For one, both Williams finished in the points. Carlos Sainz (Williams) and Alex Albon...
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Where’d They Go? – The High Octane Herald

by | April 15, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

The Bahrain Grand Prix is officially in the books — and while it wasn’t the most action-packed race from start to finish, it definitely delivered on the technical chaos.  Oscar Piastri (McLaren)...
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Return of Monaco — The High Octane Herald

by | April 11, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

Sunday was the Japanese Grand Prix! The lead-up to this race was full of excitement, though there wasn't much action during the event itself.  This was Yuki Tsunoda’s (Red Bull) first race driving...
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The Red Bull Shuffle – The High Octane Herald

by | April 3, 2025 | Sports & Rec | 0 Comments

Ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix this Sunday, the higher-ups at Red Bull made a big decision. Helmut Marko and Christian Horner, two of the main people involved in this decision, moved Yuki Tsunoda...
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Student Life

Time to Rest

by | March 5, 2026 | Student Life | 0 Comments

We’ve just entered our third month of 2026! I often feel that the first few months of a new year fly by, and this year is no exception. School has certainly been keeping me busy and I feel burnout creeping in.  There’s good news, though! Spring break is right around...
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How to Incorporate Christ into your Relationship- Rooted in the Rush

by | February 20, 2026 | Student Life | 0 Comments

With Valentine’s Day all wrapped up, I’m feeling grateful to be in a strong, Christian relationship. Do you feel like your faith is dwindling when it comes to you and your partner? Here are some ways my boyfriend and I bring Jesus to the center of our relationship:...
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Representing Christ on Campus & in the Workplace – Rooted in the Rush

by | February 2, 2026 | Student Life | 0 Comments

Welcome to the first post of Rooted in the Rush, where writer Sarah Eckenroth works to bring together the busy college life and faith For the past three years, I’ve used Colossians 3:23-24 to guide my choices in coursework, extracurricular activities, internships and...
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Karibu Overview

by | November 20, 2025 | Student Life | 0 Comments

African Student Union (ASU) hosted their biggest event of the school year, Karibu, on the evening of November 15. This event highlights African culture through an array of food, dances and fashion. The night began with a flag procession done by students representing...
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CSA Pulse Overview

by | September 25, 2025 | Student Life | 0 Comments

On Saturday, Sept. 13, the Caribbean Student Association (CSA) hosted an evening kickback in the backyard of the Rafiki House. Caribbean inspired music played as students of various backgrounds gathered together to play games, eat food, and fellowship with one...
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Campus Snippets – May 2nd

by | April 30, 2025 | Student Life | 0 Comments

Welcome back to “Campus Snippets.” Happy last week of classes! It might have been a long week, but we’re almost done. Only finals left to tackle! Now, on to this week’s events.   The Student Choice Lost Film has been chosen! The Greatest Showman will be shown May 2nd...
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Campus Snippets- April 25th

by | April 25, 2025 | Student Life | 0 Comments

Welcome back to “Campus Snippets.” It’s the second to last week of classes! For seniors, it’s the second to last week of undergrad, too! Congrats! Now onto this week’s events.  First up, we have Destress Fest, Minds Matter’s biggest event of the semester! Join the...
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Campus Snippets

by | April 18, 2025 | Student Life | 0 Comments

Welcome to “Campus Snippets” and happy Student Worker Appreciation week! This column will be the place to go to get details of the events at Messiah, all in one place. First up, we have Student Worker Appreciation Week. Throughout this week, Student Workers have been...
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Messiah Safety Urges Vigilance At Night Due to Safety Concerns

by | April 17, 2025 | Student Life | 0 Comments

Messiah University’s Department of Safety is urging students to remain vigilant and take advantage of campus resources, particularly when walking at night.  Concerns about poorly lit walkways and transportation delays have raised questions about student safety. In...
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Into the City – Washington, D.C.

by | April 11, 2025 | Student Life | 0 Comments

On Sunday, April 6, the newest Into the City group left for Washington D.C. for a couple of days of fun, site visits and experiencing what it’s like to navigate a city. The students all had very different majors and life experiences, but all were able to enjoy the...
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Culture

Man Wrongly Sentenced to Life Behind Bars – Christ Transforms His Life Forever

by | April 26, 2024 | Culture | 0 Comments

(GRANTHAM, Pa.)-- At the age of 17 years old, Gene McGuire found himself sentenced to life behind bars without parole for a crime he did not commit. But after 10 years McGuire met Christ and the rest of his prison sentence and life was forever changed.   On the night...
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The Not So Obvious, Obvious Way of Making Red Sauce – Covered Bridge Cuisine

by | April 23, 2024 | Culture, Food | 0 Comments

 I love spaghetti and this first article is an ode to my Italian heritage. I have been eating good Italian food since the very beginning, thanks to my nonna, and from her I’ve learned the key to making a savory red sauce that you’ll want to smother on pasta,...
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“Honor & Glory” by Honor & Glory – Praise Him With Song

by | March 1, 2024 | Culture, Opinions | 0 Comments

I’ll be honest; I am not consistently drawn to heavier rock music. However, I am very glad I came across the band Honor & Glory. The lead singer, Kevin Young, is more well-known than Honor & Glory, as he is also the lead singer of the more popular Christian...
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Praise Him With Song Elevation Review

by | January 29, 2024 | Culture, Opinions, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

“Here as in Heaven” Elevation Worship Album Review   “Here as in Heaven” is the fifth live album from Elevation Worship. The band, which started as a worship team at Elevation Church based in Charlotte, North Carolina, still leads worship at Elevation Church in...
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Praise Him With Song Casting Crowns Review

by | November 12, 2023 | Culture, Opinions | 0 Comments

“Healer” by Casting Crowns Album Review   “Healer” is Casting Crowns’ ninth and most recent studio album. Casting Crowns was started by youth pastor Mark Hall as a youth group initiative at First Baptist Church in Florida. Today, it is one of the most popular...
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A Review of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

by | November 12, 2023 | Culture, Opinions | 0 Comments

In “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” the sequel to the critically acclaimed “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” we revisit Miles Morales on his journey of balancing his adolescent struggles with his occupation as Brooklyn’s one and only Spider-Man.    It...
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The Experience Economy

by | November 12, 2023 | Culture | 0 Comments

This past summer was an extremely memorable one when it comes to movie releases and Internet trends. Hits such as “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” restored the box office to pre-pandemic numbers with the films grossing almost $1 billion in domestic revenue combined....
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Praise Him With Song

by | November 12, 2023 | Culture, Opinions | 0 Comments

“Hymn of Heaven” by Phil Wickham Album Review For my first column, I find it fitting to start with my favorite album of all time (or, at least, the one that currently holds this ranking, though it’s subject to frequent change since I love so many albums.)  “Hymn of...
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How Ethical Listening Can Shape the College Experience

by | November 12, 2023 | Culture, Student Life | 0 Comments

Ethical listening is a vital skill to learn as we navigate our professional and personal lives both during and after college. According to Dr. Katie R. Place, a Public Relations professor at Quinnipiac University, dialogue is the foundation to becoming proficient in...
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Shoeless Joe: An Inside Look Into The Ever-Changing Cabaret

by | January 31, 2023 | Culture, Events, Student Life | 0 Comments

Keep your eyes open and your ears tuned in to the Department of Theatre and Dance’s Spring 2023 production of Shoeless Joe, which will be showing on Feb. 4 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. in the Grace Pollock Dance Studio.  Shoeless Joe is a musical cabaret directed by...
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