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Week of Monday, April 28, 2025
Vol. 9, Issue 22
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A Note from the Editor by: Marlee Sorrells
I have never been good at saying goodbye and this will be no exception. Working for The Brand has been one of the biggest blessings...

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May 13 min read


Staff Column: King of Kings by: Brett Briggeman
King of Kings (2025) is an animated Angel Studios production and began its theatrical run on April 11. The movie is directed by...

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Apr 253 min read


Studying: The Best Places and How to Make the Most of Them by: Delani Bauer
Where to Study: Studying goes well beyond just learning in the classroom or cramming information in your dorm room. Hardin-Simmons...

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Apr 182 min read


Staff Column: Rascal Flatts by: Brett Briggeman
Rascal Flatts is currently celebrating 25 years as a band, touring the United States of America on their Life is a Highway tour. ...

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Apr 113 min read


Beach Reach 2025 by: Brett Briggeman
This spring break, I had the opportunity to take part in a mission trip called Beach Reach. This was my second year taking part in the...

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Mar 284 min read


Things to do in Abilene by: Brett Briggeman
Abilene, though not a huge city like Dallas or Houston, has many distinctive opportunities for visitors, residents and college students...

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Mar 73 min read


The Brand Movie Column: The Forge by: Brett Briggeman
I love movies… However, sometimes a good movie is hard to find, especially if I am looking for a faith- based film that will edify my...

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Feb 282 min read


The Abilene Burger Brawl by: Brett Briggeman
The Downtown Abilene Burger Brawl began Jan. 15 and will last through Feb. 17 at 5 p.m. This competition features nine different Abilene...

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Feb 144 min read


Christmas Traditions by: Katie Caudle
At Hardin-Simmons University we celebrate Christmas by making our whole campus light up at the Christmas Lighting, but how do other...

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Dec 4, 20242 min read


A Piece of Encouragement by: Abbey Pardue
The school year is in full swing, and the fall semester is already speeding by. The hustle and bustle has already begun and the busyness...

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Sep 27, 20242 min read


Western Heritage Day by: Delani Bauer
On Thursday, April 25, Hardin-Simmons University will be hosting its 42nd annual Western Heritage Day. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. and...

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Apr 12, 20242 min read


The History of Easter by: Abbey Pardue
Easter is just around the corner and many are excited to celebrate. While Easter is a fun time with egg hunts, pretty pastel colors and...

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Mar 27, 20242 min read


Things To Do Over Spring Break by: Abbey Pardue
Spring Break is coming up quickly, and while some of us will be spending time in the mountains or at Disneyland, others of us will be at...

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Mar 7, 20242 min read


Lent: A Season of Prayer by: Abbey Pardue
This year, with Lent beginning on Valentine’s Day and occurring during a leap year, I am excited to see what new opportunities and...

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Feb 23, 20242 min read


My Experience at TMEA by: Lauren Sincerney
This past weekend, Hardin-Simmons University music students attended the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Convention in San...

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Feb 16, 20243 min read


Woyzeck Review by: Brett Briggeman
Last Saturday, Hardin-Simmons University’s theater students put on a student-directed theater production, Woyzeck. This Director’s Cut...

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Feb 8, 20242 min read
Finals Week Tips
By Reece Hester As the lovely winter holidays approach, and some are preparing to graduate, there is still much work to be done. Before...

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Dec 10, 20232 min read
How Differences are Unified in Thanksgiving
By: Brett Briggeman Thanksgiving is a federal holiday in the United States and is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November....

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Nov 24, 20232 min read
Missions in Cambodia
By: Reece Hester I am a psychology major with a minor in communications, a senior graduating this December, and I love life. As a...

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Nov 4, 20233 min read
Freshmen in SING
By: Brett Briggeman During homecoming weekend here at HSU, many different activities took place. These ranged from tailgates to multiple...

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Oct 26, 20232 min read
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