Category Archives: CCR

Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer   On Tuesday, March 6, the Career Center hosted the Halfway There Fair event in the Trautman Student Union Building (TUB), providing sophomores with awesome resources and SMU swag. In the next few weeks, the Career Center is also hosting the Government Recruiting Event and the Career and Internship Fair. TheContinue reading “The Career Center: Upcoming and past events this semester”

Amanda Chappell, Section Editor   This past weekend, I had the incredible opportunity of representing Saint Martin’s University’s Kappa Upsilon chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, as well as presenting a personal essay, at the society’s International English Convention. The experience was both nerve-wracking and exciting; I learned far more than I imagined I would fromContinue reading “A Saint in Cincinnati”

Hannah Gabel, Staff Writer   The Hope Concert and connected talent show has been a regular tradition in the Saint Martin’s music community. Not only does this concert allow students an opportunity to showcase their skills and talents, but it also raises money through  donations to send groups of students on immersion trips around WashingtonContinue reading “Hope Concert raises money for upcoming immersion trip”

Kianna Garmanian, Staff Writer   Dear Kianna, What does a healthy relationship look like and what do you look for in a potential spouse? -Avery Reich-Norris   Avery, thank you so much for sending in this wonderful question. I believe it is really important to know what you are looking for in a relationship andContinue reading “Ask Kianna Edition 3- Relationship Advice”

Kianna Garmanian, Staff Writer   Faith, trust, and courage- three attributes that are praiseworthy, yet hard to practice in our daily lives. Have you ever seen an action movie where the superhero saves a civilian that is falling from a three-story building? How about a movie that centers around the main character making a boldContinue reading “The Annunciation: our model of faith, trust, and courage”

Kianna Garmanian, Staff Writer   Dear Kianna, one thing I constantly struggle with is learning how to come to terms with my humanity. How can I serve the Lord and do his work if I am constantly making mistakes and failing? I don’t feel “good” enough for God. Do you have any advice? -Anonymous  Continue reading “Ask Kianna: Accepting our humanity”

Olivia Alvord, Staff Writer   The Charneski Recreation Center (REC) offers a variety of diverse programs and activities for people who are dedicated to fitness, as well as people who want to get out of their comfort zone and have fun. Fitness classes, like Zumba and Thai Chi, are offered numerous times throughout the week.Continue reading “Programs offered at REC provide a healthy way to have fun”

Jessilyn Dagum, Staff Writer   Among the several clubs on campus that hosted events to celebrate Black History Month, the Veterans’ Club commemorated this time of year by paying tribute to the important black men and women who currently serve and have served our country. “The event is to celebrate black history, in particular blackContinue reading “Buffalo soldiers, Tuskegee airmen among those honored at Veteran’s club event”

Jessilyn Dagum, Staff Writer   Sixty-eight days. That’s how many days are left until Saint Martin’s University’s graduation day. Only sixty-eight days. For some, that’s quite a long time, but to many of those graduating on May 12, 2018, it seems like tomorrow. Senior year can be a very exciting and a very stressful timeContinue reading “Seniors share mixed emotions as graduation approaches”

Brenna Woslum, Staff Writer   Have you ever wondered about the origin of our beloved mascot? Well, settle in, because here at the Belltower, we are in the business of getting answers. Saint Martin’s University was founded in 1895, and until the 1930s, operated as an all-boys’ school, providing the equivalent of a high schoolContinue reading “The history behind SMU’s Marty the mascot”