by The Pulse | May 3, 2019 | Student Life
Brooke Burton, Student Writer Professor David Schenk is known for his amusing anecdotes, but his story might come as a shock to some. Schenk describes his journey with faith and how he came to Christ with sheer joy. “I was raised atheist, grew up atheist for my first...
by The Pulse | Mar 20, 2019 | Student Life
Brooke Burton Student Writer If you’ve ever considered trying out for the show Survivor, you might want French Professor Heather Dravk on your team. Dravk’s idea of the perfect girls’ weekend with her friends involves camping trips and outdoor activities. She’s done...
by The Pulse | Nov 19, 2018 | Culture
Emily Deyo Student Writer Who are your neighbors? Charlene Lane, assistant professor of social work and criminal justice, knows who her neighbors are. Specifically, the Somalian Refugee Population, residing in Mechanicsburg, PA. Lane’s passion for her community and...
by The Pulse | Apr 26, 2018 | Culture
Zoë Lehmann Student Writer After 21 years of teaching here at Messiah, Dr. Michael Cosby is retiring. Though he is the author of your Encountering the Bible textbook, Dr. Cosby did not always see himself becoming a Bible professor with two degrees and a Ph.D. “I grew...
by The Pulse | Mar 7, 2018 | Culture
Zoë Lehmann Student Writer Would you eat thousand-year-old duck? Professor Larry Poston did. Poston’s adventure began during his trip to China, with the China Studies Program. His guide at the hotel said he and his group must wear good shoes because they would...