Campus Activities Board hosted an Open Mic night at Milligan University with 12 performances and about 200 students attending. The event featured music, crowd participation, and an intermission, and CAB announced their next event, Breakfast with Brutus.
About 200 people participated in Milligan’s cafeteria survey, which showed higher satisfaction this year, especially praising friendly staff and popular options like cook-to-order bars and breakfast items. Some concerns included dirty dishes, limited fruit variety, and a desire for more protein, which dining services plans to improve.
AI has become widely used by students, helping with learning and understanding but also raising concerns about cheating and loss of critical thinking. Schools now face challenges in ensuring fairness and maintaining the true purpose of education as AI continues to grow.
Milligan senior graphic design students showcased their capstone projects in the “Liminal” exhibit, highlighting themes of transition, identity, and growth as they prepare to graduate. The exhibit featured diverse work in branding and design, reflecting each student’s unique experiences and creative development.
Even top athletes like Ilja Malinin face intense pressure, and many college athletes struggle with anxiety, burnout, and mental health challenges. Seeking help, building healthy habits, and remembering they are more than their sport can improve both well-being and performance.
Milligan University’s men’s and women’s swim teams won the AAC Championships, earning a sixth straight title for the men and a fifth in a row for the women. The teams set records and earned many top finishes, and they will compete next at the NAIA Swimming and Diving Championships in Indiana.
CAB took about 15 students on a winter trip to Beech Mountain for an evening of skiing and snowboarding at a discounted price. Despite cold, windy, and icy conditions, students spent several hours on the slopes before returning to campus late that night.
Christmas is celebrated differently around the world, from Germany’s cozy Advent traditions to Mexico’s colorful posadas, America’s festive decorations, and South Africa’s sunny summer gatherings. Despite these differences, every place shares the same spirit of togetherness, joy, and family.
Around 40 students attended CABs-giving, enjoying s’mores, games and a hayride despite light rain. The cozy event brought students together for a relaxed Thanksgiving celebration, with CAB’s next event—the Advent Market—coming after break.
Milligan students and staff gathered on Oct. 27 for the annual Oktoberfeast. This feast celebrated German culture with decorations, food, and music.