Though Michaela Esau, junior Oxbridge literature & theory and communications major, did not start her college career as a student-athlete, she joined the William Jewell College tennis team this fall and has recently landed her first collegiate win. Besides being a college student-athlete, Esau balances being a tutor, a Cardinal…
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A Fall Day in Kansas City
If I were to miraculously have a day with no classes, no homework, no extracurriculars, no work and no obligations this October, I would plan my ideal fall day in Kansas City revolving around my favorite spots in the city, good food and the opportunity to see some fall foliage.…
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Restaurant Review: The Phoenix
Located on the corner of W 8th and Central and still swinging after 25 years, The Phoenix is a jazz bar and restaurant that serves American fare and plays live music six days a week. In addition to being an excellent location for a live show and an evening cocktail,…
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Pryor Legacy project persists despite COVID-19 challenges
During their senior year, the Pryor fellows build upon leadership experience they have gained throughout the three years of the program and complete a group legacy project. The 2020 Pryor Class Legacy project, a partnership with Kansas City’s New Roots for Refugees, has faced unexpected challenges due to the COVID-19…
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Featured pastime(s): Picnics, paper folding, penpals and pâtisserie
Quarantine has brought me a surplus of free time, and social distancing has left me with very limited options for entertainment. When I finally decide to drag myself out from under my covers and pursue some form of stimulation, I will often partake in one the following activities: Picnics If…
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Review: “Unorthodox”
“God expected too much of me. Now, I need to find my own path.” Netflix recently released a four-part series based on Deborah Feldman’s debut memoir “Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots.” The series follows Esther or “Esty” Shapiro – played by Shira Haas – as she leaves…
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Recipes to make using non-perishable ingredients
In this unprecedented time, your local grocery story may be looking a little sparse, and you may be finding yourself with a lot of time on your hands. While you should not be going to extreme lengths to stockpile food, the Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) does suggest…
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Jewell Professors discuss Women’s History Month
The month of March is dedicated to reflecting upon and celebrating the often overlooked contributions of women to United States history, culture and society. The 2020 theme of Women’s History Month is “Valiant Women of the Vote” to pay homage to the women who fought for the passage of the…
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