Students Blog About Struggles in the Spring

As spring semester begins at Missouri Baptist University, students are settling in to new routines and new relationships. With that comes stress. MBU Timeline bloggers are answering the following question: What are you struggling with and how are you coping?

How Far is too Far in Freedom of Speech?

In light of the recent terrorist attacks on various news sources around the world, MBU Timeline speaks out about the safety of our fellow journalists and the ethics of religion and cultural differences. Graphic by: Chris Curry

Starting Over

Sometimes, it is not what you want, but it is exactly what you need … Photo by: Rebekah Rutledge

Pass the Cheetos, it’s Finals Week

Lack of sleep … check. Snacks and coffee … of course. Stress … plenty. Note card … I’ll protect it with my life. Ah, the rituals of Final Exams Week. But fear not, it will all be over soon. #95011831 / gettyimages.com

Sexploitation

Sex sells, but who’s buying? Sadly, too many in too many places in America, including St. Louis. #505633283 / gettyimages.com  

Coffee or Tea, What’ll It Be?

Some say caffeine is bad for you, but as a college kid plunging full speed into finals, I keep caffeine very close. So which one, coffee or tea, will offer the best mix of health and happiness?

Fear of Failure as a Writer

We have all doubted our work, but is it worth it? Does this pervasive doubt drive us to do better, or does it just drive us crazy?