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Where student artists take the stage: Inside Trevecca’s student club AMPED

19Apr

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Where student artists take the stage: Inside Trevecca’s student club AMPED

By Jasmin Enriquez Martinez Features Editor On the rooftop of the University Commons building, students gather, moving to the rhythm as live music fills the space. AMPED, an official student club, gives student musicians a chance to gain experience and perform on campus. Performances are usually held on Thursdays in the UC basement or on the rooftop and count for recital credit for music majors. “It's just a way for artists to showcase themselves to their peers and get some experience playing,” said Jack Bahorik, a junior music business major and club organizer. Before AMPED, the club operated as Last Thursday but did shows sporadically within the last few years, according to Bahorik. Bahorik started AMPED after seeing how difficult it is for student musicians to find ven...

Trevecca softball continues development with freshman-heavy roster

16Apr

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Trevecca softball continues development with freshman-heavy roster

By Maven McGregory Senior Reporter Trevecca’s Softball team is focusing on growth and development this season as their roster is made up of mostly freshmen and sophomores, a younger team than most of the competition this year. The team holds an overall record of 15-13 and a 11-13 record in the GSC (Gulf South Conference). “The goal is to get better. 17 of the 23 girls are all freshmen and sophomores.  They’re young and inexperienced. It’s a hard league that we play in. We're just getting our boots on the ground and starting to put it all together,” said Ben Tyree, Trevecca’s softball head coach. Tyree said the Trojans’ development has given both challenges and opportunities as players continue adjusting. “Our hitters are not in the position they've been in before. We're...

Trevecca updates housing policies, raises apartment credit requirement

26Mar

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Trevecca updates housing policies, raises apartment credit requirement

By Lauren Steinbrook News and Engagement Editor Trevecca Nazarene University will require at least 45 credit hours for apartment housing beginning in fall 2026 as officials work to address near-capacity housing and prioritize upperclassmen. The new requirement applies to all apartment-style housing, including University Commons and Legacy Apartments — Bush, Redford, Shingler and Wise — replacing a tiered system that previously required 30 credits for Legacy units and 50 for University Commons. Associate Dean of Student Life Zack Church said the change was made after the university experienced high demand for apartments, particularly among upperclassmen. “We had senior-level students who were having to live in residence halls because our apartments were completely full,” he s...

Trevecca Giving Day 2026: Students drive outreach, boost campus fundraising efforts

25Mar

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Trevecca Giving Day 2026: Students drive outreach, boost campus fundraising efforts

By Mouly Luna Staff Writer As Trevecca prepares for Giving Day 2026, students are playing a key role in spreading the word by using social media, club sponsored campus events, and personal outreach to boost participation and increase donations. Beyond raising funds, Giving Day highlights the impact of student involvement as they help shape how the event is promoted and experienced on campus. Giving Day, planned for tomorrow, March 26, is Trevecca’s annual fundraising event that brings together students, alumni, and supporters to raise money for scholarships, campus programs, and student resources. In its 5th year, the event has become a major part of campus life, raising thousands of dollars in the past years while also encouraging students to take an...

Trevecca president Dan Boone to retire after 21 years

19Mar

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Trevecca president Dan Boone to retire after 21 years

By Lauren Steinbrook News and Engagement Editor Trevecca Nazarene University President Dan Boone announced he will retire in July 2027 after more than two decades leading the university. A 1974 graduate of Trevecca, Boone became the university’s 11th president in 2005. According to a press release from Trevecca, during Boone’s time at Trevecca, the University grew from approximately 2,000 students to nearly 4,000 and expanded its academic offerings to more than 100 programs, ranging from associate degrees to doctoral programs. The university also invested more than $250 million in campus construction and renovation while strengthening its reputation for academic excellence and student support. In an email sent to the university community March 19, 2026, Boone said he h...

International enrollment declines at Trevecca amid visa challenges

16Mar

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International enrollment declines at Trevecca amid visa challenges

By Mouly Luna Staff Writer International student enrollment at Trevecca has dropped significantly in the past two years, not because of declining interest but because of increased challenges in the federal visa process. According to Vice President of Enrollment Melinda Miller, the number of undergraduate international students entering with F-1 visas has steadily decreased since 2023. In 2021, Trevecca enrolled 24 first-year students. That number rose to 30 in 2022 and peaked at 37 in 2023. Enrollment then fell to 21 students in 2024 and declined again to 12 in 2025. “We have not seen a decline in applications or student interest,” Miller said. “There’s always a lot of international students interested in Trevecca. Unfortunately, we have seen a decline in enrolling ...

College students struggle to balance social media and mental health

5Mar

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College students struggle to balance social media and mental health

Aubrey Dillehay Staff Writer Tori Campbell picks up her phone to relax or procrastinate on homework, but before she knows it, she’s spent way more time than she meant reading things that stress her out even more. “I find myself lying down on TikTok getting lost in whatever is on her screen,” said Campbell. “I feel like by the end of my time doomscrolling I become stressed, especially if I wasted a lot of time doomscrolling.” “Doomscrolling” was the Oxford English Dictionary’s 2020 word of the year and is defined as the action of constantly scrolling through and reading depressing or negative news on social media or news sites, particularly on a smartphone. Campbell, a freshman, is part of a generation being studied after growing up with smart phones. According to Inside High...

Big wins and big risks: sports betting grows among college students

11Mar

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Big wins and big risks: sports betting grows among college students

By Macey Smith Staff Writer Half a million dollars. That's what a University of Tennessee student reportedly won off a single sports bet. Or at least, that's the story that made its way through friend groups and dorm rooms across many college campuses. For many, stories like this can make sports betting feel less like risky gambling and more like a solid opportunity to win big. “It definitely gets you thinking about the money you can make,” said Paul Snodgrass, a freshman at Trevecca. “When you see somebody hit a big win on maybe Instagram or, you hear about a friend winning big, that definitely draws people in.” Snodgrass said before he came to Trevecca, he participated in sports betting with high school friends. He’s not alone. F...

From concerts to food tours, city tours series helps students explore Nashville

3Mar

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From concerts to food tours, city tours series helps students explore Nashville

By Amy McKeane Staff Writer Concerts, sporting events and food tours are a few of the local activities available to Trevecca students through “City Tours Series,” a program that allows students to purchase discounted tickets to events in Nashville each month. “This past one was a week or so ago. It was the ‘No Big Deal’ concert and that was a blast. I listened to a couple of his songs before, but just the concert experience was really fun,”  said Jason Burch, a computer Science Major. Group Photo Provided by Justin Jose This year Student Life started the The City Tours Series to encourage community engagement. Community engagement helps students expand thier social circles and community connections. Cultural experiences broaden diversity for students by learning the hi...

Walden club’s fourth annual Black Renaissance festival connects students with Nashville entrepreneurs

3Mar

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Walden club’s fourth annual Black Renaissance festival connects students with Nashville entrepreneurs

By Alana McLaughlin TrevEchoes - Parker Henningsen Senior Reporter Trevecca’s fourth annual Black Renaissance encourages community members to taste, celebrate and experience Black culture. Iris Gordon, Walden Club advisor, said the goal of these events is to celebrate how different cultures impact each other. Hosted by the Walden Club, the speakeasy, Harlem Renaissance-themed festival took place on Feb. 20 from 6 p.m to 8 p.m. in the Boone Convocation Center. More than 20 local Black-owned businesses set up booths featuring interactive art projects, accessories, soul food, desserts, and skincare products. “Events like these are great exposure,” said LaPorscha Peoples, a vendor. Peoples, who is currently Miss Black Tennessee USA, gave away roses with each sale of the...