Author: Lauren Scott
The Galleon Literary Journal: Join the Voyage!
Ahoy there! Have you ever dreamed of sailing the high seas? Of feeling the rushing wind billow through your hair and the perfect combination of salt and freedom fill your lungs with courageous momentum? Well, you’re in luck, The […]
Pray For Lace: The Importance of Connection and Support
Today we are celebrating a strong and resilient student here on campus. Lace Archambeau, a sophomore at McMurry University, has been in the hearts and minds of all of us […]
Wendy Rodrigue Magnus Inspires the Women Leaders of our Future
March marks the beginning of Women’s History Month, and McMurry kicked it off with a powerful celebration of women’s voices at the Women’s Leadership Luncheon. Wendy Rodrigue Magnus, founder of […]
Honoring Resilience: McMurry’s Black History Month Luncheon Celebrates Unity and Strength
In celebration of Black History Month, McMurry University, sponsored by PAATH and TRIO, recently hosted its annual Black History Luncheon, bringing together students, faculty, staff, and community members from across Abilene. The event […]
BriTanya Brown: A Fresh Face For District 71
Views expressed by the author are their own and are not representative of the Herald or McMurry University. At last week’s Black History Month luncheon, I had the pleasure of meeting […]
The Mind of an Artist: Kari Perkins’ Guide to Costuming for the Arts
Before an actor steps onto the stage, a costume designer has already helped decide who they are. Kari Perkins — an Abilene local and well-established costume designer — has joined […]
A Life Built on Bonds: An Interview with Maricruz Lopez
Here at McMurry, relationships are the foundation of campus life. The connections formed between students and staff— and especially among students themselves—often grow into meaningful bonds that shape the community […]
Throwing it all together: Learning to Love Pottery
There’s something humbling about trying a brand-new art form when you’re supposed to have everything figured out. That’s exactly where I found myself this semester in Beginners Pottery. This semester […]
Fall Semester Coming to a Close
Who would’ve thought I’d make it here. My senior year of college, and I find myself with so much to appreciate. This semester marks the final fall semester I will […]
Teamwork makes a “Pitch Perfect” Theme work
Effective teamwork is the foundation of success in any group setting. When team members bring together diverse skills, perspectives, and strengths, they can solve problems more creatively and achieve outcomes […]