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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...

Pre-Law Society at Trevecca to host networking event with local attorney

4Mar

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Pre-Law Society at Trevecca to host networking event with local attorney

By Amy McKeane Staff Writer Students interested in law school will get the chance to learn about pre-law preparation from a local attorney, Rocky McElhaney, on March 5. “This is an opportunity for students to gain information about a degree and what that process will look like,” said John Radzimanowski, career coaching and employer relations specialist. Over the past two years, the Winkler Center of Career and Development has been expanding its reach through student clubs. One of the clubs they are collaborating with is the Pre-Law Society. The Pre-Law Society prepares students for a law degree by helping them with internships, LSAT preparation (Law School Admission Test), and career connections. Another way they help students prepare is by finding them the right un...

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...

TrevEchoes Podcast EP. 3: from banned ballroom to Broadway, dancing history at Trevecca.

20Feb

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TrevEchoes Podcast EP. 3: from banned ballroom to Broadway, dancing history at Trevecca.

Lauren Steinbrook News and Engagement Editor For decades, dancing at Trevecca Nazarene University was restricted by church guidelines that shaped campus life and student culture. Today, students rehearse high-energy Broadway choreography on the Benson stage — a transformation that reflects deeper shifts in how faith, art and expression intersect on campus. In this episode, TrevEchoes reporter Lauren Steinbrook traces Trevecca’s evolving relationship with dance, from strict prohibitions in the late 20th century to modern productions like Newsies. Through interviews with Dr. Lena Hegi Welch, dean of the School of Arts and Social Sciences and a Trevecca alumna, senior theater education major Jules Twining and longtime theater professor Jeff Frame, the episode explores how student...

Music City Cinema Conference returns for third year

30Jan

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Music City Cinema Conference returns for third year

Alana McLaughlin Senior Reporter Filmmakers, editors, writers, and students will gather on campus this weekend for the third annual Music City Cinema Conference. Organizers announced on social media yesterday that the conference is still on after a major ice storm in Nashville this week. “Some have asked if the conference will stay on schedule,” states a post on the @treveccafilm Instagram account. “The answer is yes. The show will go on.” The conference begins today, Jan. 30, at 3:30 p.m. Directed by Trevecca film and television professors Seth Conley and Adam Drake, the conference aims to connect students with filmmakers and storytellers from around Nashville for networking and job opportunities. “There is a market for people hungry to be involved in fil...

TrevEchoes Podcast Ep. 1: Christmas Away from Home: International Students at Trevecca

31Mar

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TrevEchoes Podcast Ep. 1: Christmas Away from Home: International Students at Trevecca

Michelle Loria Alvarado Executive Editor This episode examines the experiences of international students who stay on Trevecca’s campus during Christmas break, highlighting the challenges of spending the holidays far from home and the support systems in place to help them feel connected. Through interviews with Eliana Pena, senior physical exercise major and international student from Colombia, Rebecca Merrick, director of global engagement, and Zack Church, associate dean for residential life, the episode explores how the university fosters community during the quiet weeks of winter break. It also revisits the notable 2020 moment when Vice President and Dean of Student Development Jessica Dykes went door to door delivering gifts and checking on students after the Nashville...

Sodexo fixes glitch in its system, commuters lose access to meal exchanges

14Nov

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Sodexo fixes glitch in its system, commuters lose access to meal exchanges

Lydia Chapman Senior Reporter Commuter students on campus are voicing frustration after a system glitch that once allowed them to use meal exchanges at campus dining spots was corrected earlier this semester, cutting off what many saw as their most convenient dining option. The issue dates back to last year, when a technical error temporarily allowed commuters access to meal exchanges at the Hub, 1901, and Starbucks. The perk wasn’t officially part of commuter meal plans, but for nearly a year, many used it regularly before the glitch was quietly fixed. Information provided by Dining on Trevecca SharePoint. / TrevEchoes - Lauren Steinbrook “I knew it was going on and I was using it,” said Angelita Garcia, vice president of the commuter council. “But I didn’t know it was a g...

Homecoming at Trevecca: a visual recap of the weekend

11Nov

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Homecoming at Trevecca: a visual recap of the weekend

Students, staff, and alumni gathered in the quad to celebrate Trevecca's Homecoming. / TrevEchoes - Parker Henningsen University President, Dan Boone (Left) and wife, Denise Boone (right ) ride in the homecoming parade. / TrevEchoes - Parker HenningsenBriley Daniels (left) and T.J. Weeks (right) are crowned homecoming Queen and King. / TrevEchoes - Parker HenningsenTrevecca Waggnor library walking in the homecoming parade. / TrevEchoes - Parker Henningsen Isaac Keffer dressed as Vector from Despicable Me for the Homecoming parade. / TrevEchoes - Parker HenningsenAnna Kate Elliot stands on float during the homecoming parade. / TrevEchoes - Parker HenningsenGoat from the urban farm walks in the homecoming parade. / TrevEchoes - Parker HenningsenLegacy apartment float in the homecoming par...