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Brandon Nunley

Brandon Nunley is from Blountville, TN, and majoring in English with…

Callie Shehan

Callie Shehan is from Bluff City, TN and plans to graduate in the Spring…

Nick Valentin

Nick Valentin is a freshman from Norfolk, VA. He is majoring in sport…

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Life & Culture

Campus Polls

King University is a diverse campus home to students from all walks of life. These students’ experiences, opinions, and preferences range far and wide. The Kayseean polled a small portion of the student body to get their views on current events, pizza toppings, and favorite classes.

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Why Writing Well Is Important

t is often more challenging to put words on a page than to speak them out loud. I get it. Writing takes effort. Writing takes time. However, the more you write, the easier it becomes. I promise.

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State Street Spots

If you’re looking for a break from classes, look no further than Bristol’s own historical state street! Filled with various shops, restaurants, and relaxation opportunities, State street is the place to step out of your comfort zone and explore all that Bristol has to offer!

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When in Doubt, Look to Hacks In The Dining Hall

At any college or university, a lack of food appeal within the dining hall is bound to happen to one at some point within a four-year tenure. King University is no different. However, specific tidbits can assist in the process of turning nothing into something. These tidbits are better known as hacks, and today we will learn how to hack the King University dining hall.

Square News Bites

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News Bites: January 10th, 2023

A list of short news items published on January 10, 2023.

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King Alum Katherine Patterson Presents Word Premiere of “Good King Wenceslas”

The city of Bristol will undoubtedly be rocking with holiday cheer last weekend with the world premiere of “Good King Wenceslas”. Good King Wenceslas is a fun, witty Christmas play that displays themes of the Christian faith and conveys the importance of family during the holidays. The play has never been seen before and will debut at the Paramount in Bristol, Tennessee, on Friday, December 2nd. The play is written by Katherine Patterson and Stephanie Tolan, two world-renowned authors with prestigious track records. Patterson, a King graduate, is most notable for her book “Bridge to Terabithia”, whereas Tolan’s most significant project is Surviving the Applewhites. The production of this play is a massive deal for King University, to say the least. With Patterson graduating from King in 1954 with a degree in English, she bestows the honor of the first performance of it within the hands of King and members of the school’s community.

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Local Art and Theatre

The area surrounding King University is rich in both art and theatre. Students have many opportunities to visit local galleries, museums, and theaters. From astonishing paintings to professional plays, we here at The Kayseean would like to spotlight a few local favorites.

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DMAD Students Present a Four-Person Exhibition

Senior graduating students in the Digital Media Art and Design (DMAD) program create a senior thesis series of work that results in an exhibition rather than a cumulative test. The work created is a personal project that introduces the student to the world of exhibitions as they prepare to graduate. The exhibition also allows them to showcase their work to the public and put their name out there as artists. This semester a group of four students is graduating and having a large, combined exhibition featuring photography, graphic design, illustration, and videography.

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What Should You Read?

Instead of telling people what they should read, it’s tempting for me to say, “Read whatever you want to read,” and leave it at that. While that is what I think you should read, I also have some practical suggestions based on things that I’ve enjoyed over the past few years.

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The Habit of Reading

For almost a decade, I didn’t read for fun. Or rather, I didn’t finish many books. Yes, I, a librarian and former English major spent most of the decade between college and the early part of my career in a reading slump. The irony of starting my career in librarianship in a decade-long reading slump is not lost on me, although I am obligated by professional duty to point out that not all librarians are readers, nor do we spend most of our working hours reading books. In fact, the infrequency with which I handle books in my day-to-day work might shock those among you who associate libraries primarily with books.

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