On Friday, April 20, William Jewell College hosted Honors Convocation to present departmental awards and the Faculty Award. Each department recognized students who had exceptionally achieved in the field. The night was a combination of celebration of student accomplishments and of music. In between professors announcing awards, students performed musical…
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United States and China increase tensions in trade conflict
China and the United States are escalating action against one other due to trade disputes. The conflict, while not new, has intensified during Trump’s presidency due to allegations of unfair and exploitative trade. The recent actions have awakened fears of an impending trade war. On March 9, Trump followed through…
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Humans of Jewell
The Hilltop Monitor caught up with Christina Vogler, sophomore music education major. She talked about her passion, her major and program. “It’s busy, crazy, all the time. But it’s well worth it. I love the idea that someday I’m gonna be a teacher; I just get very excited about.…
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Serial bombings shake Austin
From March 2 to March 21, a series of package bombs detonated and were identified in Austin, Texas, leaving the city in a state of fear. The city was particularly panicked because the bombings took place during South by Southwest (SXSW), a series of film, interactive media and music festivals…
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To be honest…with Catherine Dema
To be honest… I am tired of Greek life getting a free pass. After attending Phi Gamma Delta’s (FIJI) Battle of the Air Bands (BOTAB), I am reminded of my confusion with the system. Despite Greek life being a positive force on campus and inviting unity and interaction between classes…
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The dark side of standardized testing
“Not everything that counts can be counted and not everything that can be counted counts.” —William Bruce Cameron. Since the Bush era No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, standardized testing became a standard for educational evaluation of primary and secondary schools throughout the U.S. Often revered by politicians and…
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Humans of Jewell
Francis Browning Zavacky, or Frank, came to William Jewell College in September. He has become a staple on campus, providing happiness and stress-relief. The Hilltop Monitor caught up with Frank and his owner Ryan, Browning Hall Resident Director, at their favorite play place, the quad, and asked about Frank’s life…
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Royals Small Market Rebuilding
After a less-than-impressive 2017 season, the Kansas City Royals started the offseason with an uncertain future. Of the core group of players who led the team to the World Series Championship, only Alex Gordon, Salvador Perez and Kelvin Herrera had contracts extending past 2017. Other members of the core championship…
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A brief look at recent train crashes
In recent years, there has been an increase in train crashes in the U.S., specifically those involving Amtrak passenger trains. In the last three months alone, there have been three fatal crashes. The causes of the crashes include operator error and miscommunication. However, there are policy suggestions that could reduce…
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