Features
Glimpsing Difference: Comparing student experience at EKU and Berea College
may 1, 2012EKU student Zachery Thompson interned at Berea College Public Relations during the spring term, 2012, and kept this blog of "differences" he glimpsed between the student experience there and here. All nine posts are presented in this downloadable document (PDF) in chronological order.
Berea College Begins Construction on "Deep Green Residence Hall"
april 12, 2012Berea College will begin construction on what will be the most energy-efficient residence hall in the commonwealth of Kentucky, if not the country, in April 2012. The three-story, 42,000 square foot building – referred to as the "Deep Green Residence Hall" – will be constructed adjacent to Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant and will house 120 students in 66 rooms.
Home Energy Partners' Workshop at Berea Public Library: an example of blending classroom and community
February 24, 2012... [A] course called Building Renovation Practicum ... consists of focusing on renovating existing buildings to radically lower energy costs and energy usage for the building. [A] local [Berea] organization, Home Energy Partners, hosted the Renovation Practicum class at one of their workshops ...
This is My Heart for You - play by Silas House, directed by Adanma Onyedike Barton
February 22, 2012Far too often, the unique rhythms of [Appalachia] are lost in the stereotypes by which it is often characterized. This is My Heart for You, the latest work of acclaimed regional author Silas House, refuses this trap, embracing some of the most difficult and complex topics facing modern Appalachia. In the writer’s own words the play is “a prayer for things to get better, for us all to have more understanding and compassion.”
Berea College Students Explore Poverty, Abundance and Peace
december 16, 2011
From November 13 to the 15, eight Berea College students traveled to the foothills of the Smoky Mountains in North Carolina to attend the 2011 Lake Junaluska Peace Conference... The speakers focused their topics on “Poverty, Abundance, and Peace: Seeking Economic Justice for all God’s Children,” the theme of this year’s conference.
From Berea to Wall Street and Back
November 28, 2011
Forty-two students decided to sacrifice their weekend in order to embark on a journey to the city that never sleeps for one reason: they are the 99%. From October 7 through October 9, these students’ lives were transformed in more ways than one
Berea’s Sensational Victory in an Unlikely Contest
september 15, 2011
Would Berea College’s academic business track, which has an accounting “concentration,” but not a major, be likely to turn out some of the brightest minds among accounting students in Kentucky?
Carlos Verdecchia: An uncommonly educated high school teacher
August 19, 2011
"My English was not that good when I started at Berea College," Carlos Verdecchia said. Then he grinned broadly and continued, "That was probably why I was there for six years."
Appalachian author Gurney Norman tells Berea College graduates to find wisdom in unexpected places
may 5, 2011
"Computers do not replace the accumulation of thousands of years of human experience that has led some societies and some people to understand the deeper questions about human life," said Gurney Norman
Gyude Moore, aide to Liberian President, speaks at Berea convocation on April 14
april 12, 2011
Berea College graduate Gyude Moore, an aide to Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, will present his talk "Wired to Restore: A Perspective on Service" at a convocation at Berea College on Thursday, April 14.
Larry Shinn, Berea College President, Plans Retirement
April 4, 2011
Berea College President Dr. Larry D. Shinn announced today that he will be retiring from the College, effective June 30, 2012.
Berea College & Vanderbilt University Collaborate on Internship Program
mar.31, 2011
Berea College and Vanderbilt University have announced the Hal Moses Summer Research Internship Program which allows Berea's most advanced biology students the opportunity to participate in summer undergraduate research at Vanderbilt.
Environmental activist Annie Leonard will speak at Berea College on Thursday, Mar. 31
mar.30, 2011
Named an "Environmental Hero" in 2008 by Time Magazine, activist and creator of the documentary The Story of Stuff, Annie Leonard will be speaking at Berea College on Thursday, Mar. 31.
Top Critics Celebrate Appalachian Heritage issue on Cormac McCarthy
mar. 23, 2011
Three of the nation's best-known and respected critics of the works of Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, Cormac McCarthy, will present a multimedia celebration of his work at Berea on Friday, March 25.
Controversial Peace Activist, Father John Dear, Speaks at Berea College on March 24
mar. 16, 2011
Father John Dear, a Jesuit priest who has been at the forefront of the religious peace movement, will speak at Berea College on Thursday, March 24. The program, scheduled for 3 p.m. in Phelps Stokes Auditorium, is free and open to the public..
Berea College Hosts Publishing Conference
mar. 16, 2011
Co-founders of Rose Metal Press, an independent, not-for-profit publisher, and an acclaimed Kentucky poet will lead a publishing conference at Berea College on March 26.
Arbor Day Foundation Names Berea College A Tree Campus USA College
mar. 10, 2011
Berea College has earned Tree Campus USA recognition for 2010 for its dedication to campus forestry management and environmental stewardship. This is the second year Berea College has been named a Tree Campus USA.
Anat Cohen Jazz Quartet will perform at Berea College on Thursday, March 10
mar. 7, 2011
Anat Cohen Jazz Quartet will perform “Electric and in the Moment” at Berea College on Thursday, March 10, at 8 p.m. in Phelps Stokes Auditorium. The event is part of 2010-11 Stephenson Memorial Concert Series that is free and open to the public.
Glenn Jennings Elected to Berea College Board of Trustees
mar. 4, 2011
Glenn Jennings, chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer of Delta Natural Gas Company, was elected to Berea College's board of trustees during the board's February 2011 meeting. Jennings was appointed to a six-year term to begin immediately.
Carol M. Browner Speaks at Berea College on Thursday, March 3
Feb. 28, 2011
Carol M. Browner, White House coordinator of energy and climate policy for the Obama administration, will present “The Courage Not To Look Away: Protecting Where and How We Live” during the convocation on March 3 at 3 p.m. in Phelps Stokes Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.
Berea Speech and Debate Team Wins Big at State Championships
Feb. 28, 2011
The 2011 Kentucky Forensic Association's State Championship was held at Gateway Community and Technical College this past weekend on February 18 and 19. The Berea contingent traveled to Florence, Kentucy in full force, and took home first place in both the overall parliamentary debate and several individual events
Berea Graduate has Olympic Hopes
Feb. 24, 2011
Phil Miller, '10, represented the United States in the Junior World Championships as a member of the bobsled team in Park City, Utah on February 6. The event was held on the same track as the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympic bobsled events—fitting, as it is a location that reflects Miller's ultimate goal: to compete in the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.
La Catrina String Quartet Performs at Berea College, Feb. 17
Feb. 11, 2011
“How wonderful to hear four young musicians be such good ambassadors for music,” says world renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma in reference to La Catrina String Quartet, who are performing at Berea College on February 17 at 8 p.m. in Phelps Stokes Auditorium.
Berea College Celebrates Black History Month
Feb. 9, 2011
Berea College is celebrating Black History Month by sponsoring several events on campus in February. These events are open to the public and free of charge unless otherwise noted.
Acclaimed Civil Rights Advocate Speaks at Berea
Feb. 9, 2011
The highly acclaimed civil rights lawyer, advocate, and legal scholar Dr. Michelle Alexander will speak at Berea College on Thursday, Feb. 10 for the 2011 Dr. Carter G. Woodson Memorial Convocation at 3 p.m. in Phelps-Stokes Auditorium.
Berea College Hosts Forum on Situation in Egypt
Feb. 2, 2011
Three Berea College professors will lead a discussion about the political situation unfolding in Egypt. The forum will be held on February 3, 2011, at 7 p.m. in Baird Lounge in the alumni building on Berea’s campus.
Award-Winning Religion Journalist Ira Rifkin Speaks at Feb. 3 Convocation
JAN. 31, 2011
Award-winning religion editor and author, Dr. Ira Rifkin, will present “Globalization: Coping with Unintended Consequences” during his February 3 convocation at 3 p.m. in Phelps Stokes Auditorium at Berea College.
Percussion Group Cincinnati Performs at Berea College, Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011
JAN. 24, 2011
Percussion Group Cincinnati will perform "Thinking Outside the Box" at Berea College on Thursday, Jan. 27, at 8 p.m. in Phelps Stokes Auditorium. The event is part of 2010-11 Stephenson Memorial Concert Series, and is free and open to the public.
Berea College celebrates MLK
JAN. 17, 2011
Beginning on Monday, January 17, 2011, several campus events will commemorate the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and explore "Women of the Civil Rights Movement."
Berea College is the greenest school in Kentucky, according to College Sustainability Report Card
JAN. 11, 2011
Green Report Card, the only independent evaluation of campus and endowment sustainability activities at colleges and universities in the United States and Canada, independently surveyed and graded 322 schools in nine categories related to sustainability.
Kentucky Educational Television Broadcasting '09 Berea College Christmas Concert
dec. 23, 2010
The 2009 Berea College Christmas Concert at Union Church will be broadcast on the Kentucky Educational Television (KET) network this holiday season.
Berea alumnus and Nobel Laureate Dr. John Fenn Dies
dec. 13, 2010
Dr. John B. Fenn, Berea College alumnus and Nobel Laureate, died Friday, December 10, at age 93, in Richmond, Virginia. At this time, there is no information regarding a memorial service.
Nearly 70 midyear candidates for graduation participate in recognition service at Berea College
dec. 13, 2010
December 12, 2010: During her address to Berea College's midyear graduation candidates, the "Mother of Appalachian Studies," Dr. Helen Matthews Lewis urged nearly 70 Berea College seniors to address societal issues spanning generations.
A''Mother of Appalachian Studies'' to address 70+ midyear graduates, Dec. 12
dec. 12, 2010
Dr. Helen Matthews Lewis, a founding member of the Appalachian Studies Association will be the speaker at Berea College's Recognition Ceremony for mid-year graduates on Sunday, December 12, 2010, at 3 p.m. in Phelps Stokes Chapel.
Apollon: The Undergraduate eJournal
Nov. 23, 2010
The best undergraduate humanities research typically finishes its circulation when it comes back to the student with "A+" written on the first page. That changed in October, 2010, when volume 1.1 of Apollon: The Undergraduate eJournal debuted.
Berea College & Lexington Philharmonic Perform Handel's Messiah
Nov. 23, 2010
Stephanie Bowling Zeigler, an architectural designer from Rowayton, Conn., was elected to the Berea College board of trustees at the board's October meeting. Zeigler was appointed to a six-year term to begin immediately. Zeigler, a founding partner of Hedge Design Collective, a Los Angeles based design cooperative, earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and fine arts from Colgate University and a Master of Arts in architecture from Southern California Institute of Architecture.
Berea College Hosts 73rd annual Christmas Country Dance School
Nov. 23, 2010
Dance in the new year at Berea College's 73rd annual Christmas Country Dance School December 26 - January 1.
Kentucky Educational Television Broadcasting '09 Berea College Christmas Concert
Nov. 23, 2010
The 2009 Berea College Christmas Concert at Union Church will be broadcast on the Kentucky Educational Television (KET) network this holiday season.
New Trustee Elected to Berea College Board
Nov. 19, 2010
Stephanie Bowling Zeigler, an architectural designer from Rowayton, Conn., was elected to the Berea College board of trustees at the board's October meeting. Zeigler was appointed to a six-year term to begin immediately. Zeigler, a founding partner of Hedge Design Collective, a Los Angeles based design cooperative, earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and fine arts from Colgate University and a Master of Arts in architecture from Southern California Institute of Architecture.
Looking for Lilith Theatre Company Performs at Nov. 18 Convocation
Nov. 16, 2010
Looking for Lilith, a theatre company based in Louisville, will present “Strangers Extranjeras: A Bilingual Play” at 3 p.m. on November 18, 2010, in Phelps Stokes Auditorium. Looking for Lilith Theatre Company.
Berea College holds Annual Holiday Crafts and Furniture Sale
Nov. 16, 2010
This year's Holiday Crafts sale takes place on November 13 and November 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale will be held in the Mueller Woodcraft Building with prices up to 75% off some items.
Berea College Community Choir Presents Fall Concert, Nov. 21
Nov. 16, 2010
The Berea College Community Choir, conducted by music professor Stephen Bolster, will perform its annual fall concert on Sunday, November 21, 2010, in Gray Auditorium at 3 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public.
Orchid Ensemble Performs at Berea on Thursday, Nov. 11
Nov. 9, 2010
Orchid Ensemble, a trio of Chinese, Taiwanese, and Canadian musicians, creates an innovative musical genre inspired by the rhythms, melodies and cultural traditions found along Silk Road.
Homecoming 2010
Nov. 9, 2010
Berea College will celebrate its 2010 homecoming “Reliving the Spirit of Berea,” Nov. 12-14 with a special reunion for alumni from the classes of 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005 and 2010.
Berea College to Rename Carillon after John Courter
Nov. 9, 2010
As part of Berea College’s homecoming celebration, an event to rename the Berea College carillon after John Courter, is scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, November 13.
Berea's 'Head of the Holler' Series to Air on KET
July 29, 2010
A new video series titled “Head of the Holler” and produced by Berea College will debut on KET through August. The first episode will air on Aug. 1 and will feature renowned author Silas House.
Outstanding and Honorary Alumni to Receive Awards at Summer Reunion
June 9, 2010
Two outstanding alumni and an Arizona couple who have been friends of Berea College for more than 40 years, will be honored as part Berea College’s Alumni Summer Reunion activities.
138th Berea College Commencement
May 19, 2010
Diana L. Eck, Professor of Comparative Religion and Indian Studies at Harvard University, and award-winning author and researcher on religious pluralism in America, will be the speaker for Berea College’s 138th Commencement.
Best-Selling Novelist Silas House Joining Berea College
Apr. 27, 2010
Kentucky author Silas House will join the faculty of Berea College this fall. House has accepted the position of National Endowment for the Humanities Chair in Appalachian Studies, beginning in August, 2010, announced Dr. Chad Berry, director of Berea’s Loyal Jones Appalachian Center.
Winter '10 Issue of the Berea Magazine Is Online
Apr. 20, 2010
This issue features Berea College alumni who are involved in scientific inquiry. Read the interactive magazine online or view the PDF version.
Pianist George Winston to Perform at Convocation
Apr. 1, 2010
Renowned acoustic pianist and multi-instrumentalist George Winston will perform in Phelps Stokes Auditorium on Thursday at 8 p.m., Apr. 22.
"Mountie Days" Episode 5
Apr. 1, 2010
This installment of Mountie Days highlights Black History Month events, experimental theatre focused on stories from the Berea College, an alternative spring break trip combining music performances and service, Berea's Haiti connections and a wrap-up of the last January Short Term.
President Larry Shinn Recaps Berea's Scenario Planning Response
Feb. 24, 2010
In this letter to you, our Berea alumni and friends, I provide an update on how we at Berea College have not only survived the original economic collapse, but how, in our current planning processes, we hope to educate more, not fewer, students with reduced economic resources.
Mikah Turner Leads the Nation in Scoring
Feb. 17, 2010
Berea College’s senior forward Mikah Turner, from Maysville, Ky., has the highest scoring average in the nation.
“Mountie Days” Video News Highlights Winter Activities
Jan. 7, 2010
Episode 4 shows how Bereans celebrate the holidays through musical performances, service projects, and making student crafts.
Berea Recognized for Its Arbor Care
nov. 24, 2009
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Berea College 2009 Tree Campus USA in recognition of its commitment to the care of trees on campus.
Berea Graduates Make Remarkable Impacts
Nov. 20, 2009
Everyone who graduates from Berea College leaves with something unique to offer. Throughout the history of Berea, graduates have made some stunning contributions to the world. Have you ever celebrated Black History Month? Have you ever used a touch screen device? Have you read the National Book Foundation’s selections for 2009? If so, you have experienced the work of a Berea graduate.
Berea, Berea Beloved: Glimpses from the 2009 Homecoming
Nov. 20, 2009
Over 600 Alumni attended homecoming the weekend of November 13 through 15. The theme for the 2009 homecoming was "Berea, Berea Beloved."
Catherine Beechie Takes a Non-Traditional Approach to Berea
Nov. 20, 2009
Resources and opportunities. The right combination of both can provide the window to success but without these our chances in life are improbable. A little over a year ago my life could have been described as improbable.
Berea’s Christmas Concert Being Held Two Evenings This Year
Nov. 20, 2009
Getting a seat at the annual Christmas Concert co-sponsored by Berea College’s Music Department and Campus Christian Center is going to be easier this year. The popular concert will be offered on two evenings this year, Friday, Dec. 4 and Saturday, Dec. 5.
Nathan Hall Pursues Biofuels to Help Local Communities
Nov. 20, 2009
Hall's interest in biofuels prompted him to create an independent study program about biofuels at Berea. What started as an interest ended as a fully functional miniature biofuel plant for the college, and a career path for the young entrepreneur.
Lin Talks about Internship with Nobel Prize Winner
Nov. 20, 2009
In the summer of 2009 Berea senior Xiliang Lin interned with Dr. James Heckman, 2000 recipient of the Nobel Prize in economics.
Student Spotlight: Jordan Whitehead
Nov. 20, 2009
“The time I’ve spent on this Earth has truly been a vapour.”
Berea Is Ranked as One of the Most Eco-Friendly Schools in Kentucky
Oct. 12, 2009Berea College is one of the two greenest schools in Kentucky, according to Green Report Card’s 2010 sustainability rankings.
