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Izzi Breaux
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Studying Screenagers

June 16, 2025

Social media use is unavoidable in this age, so instead of dismissing its use entirely, I hoped to better understand what exactly was so dangerous about it. So, when it came time to choose a subject for my thesis for the Carl Goodson Honors Program, I had no difficulty making a decision.

Juneteenth 2025
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Freedom Delayed

June 13, 2025

On June 19, a day of reflection will occur as we observe the most recent federal holiday to be established, Juneteenth. If I could write a chapter for American history pertaining to Juneteenth, it would be entitled “Freedom Delayed.”

Commencement Address 2025
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God gave the growth

June 02, 2025

Each year, we select a phrase from these statements to serve as our annual theme. "Intellectual and Spiritual Growth" has been this year's theme. It seems fitting, then, to reflect one final time on what "intellectual and spiritual growth" means.

Scholars Day Presentation
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This Book Was Made for You and Me

May 29, 2025

If you had told my freshman-year self that I would become a published author before even earning my degree, I would’ve never believed you. This dream became possible thanks to my involvement in the Carl Goodson Honors Program.

Roger Dawson with his cohort
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Why I Chose Ouachita's M.A. in Counseling

May 08, 2025

Never in a million years would I have dreamed that I would be going back to school at this stage in my life. If you're considering this path, know this: you don’t have to have it all figured out. You just need to take the next faithful step. For me, that step was Ouachita — and I’m grateful I took it.

Berry Chapel at night
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Frightful Stillness of the Tomb

April 18, 2025

The Gospel of Matthew describes the death of Christ with incredible signs that are meant to draw our attention to something very important.

Over 350 volunteers completed indoor service projects during Tiger Serve Day on Saturday, April 5.
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Serving Through the Storms

April 15, 2025

This April, our TSD Leadership Team faced a particular challenge like no other. On the Friday before TSD, we made the tough decision to pivot to indoor projects only due to the weather forecast. The challenges that arose during Tiger Serve Day could not diminish our joy of serving.

Dr. Scott Duvall in Berry Chapel
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What's the meaning of Revelation? An Interview with Scott Duvall

March 25, 2025

Scott Duvall’s class on Revelation is one of the most popular on campus, and he’s spent the last four years working on his latest book about it. Christian Studies major Noah Terry interviewed him to find out what he’s learned about one of the most misunderstood books in the Bible.

Students representing the Marshall Islands at Model U.N.
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From Northeast Tennessee to the Marshall Islands

March 21, 2025

Nine students from Ouachita’s Sutton School of Social Sciences traveled to St. Louis, Mo., in February to participate in the Midwest Model United Nations simulation. This class stands out to Isaac Lawson as one of the most impactful from his time at Ouachita.

Students walking on campus
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Greater love hath no man than this

January 20, 2025

On Monday, Jan. 20, America and nations around the world will pause to recognize the 96th birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., which occurred Jan. 15.

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