Behind “Stick Season”: How Noah Kahan Turned Pain into Poetry

For some, Noah Kahan sits at the top of their annual Spotify Wrapped. For others, the name is completely unfamiliar. Either way, the breakout star’s journey to fame is worth paying attention to. Kahan’s lyrical genius, raw vocals and humble character set him apart in the music industry, offering a

Historically Speaking: Hitters Soar or Slump after Home Run Derby

The Home Run Derby is a batting contest every year, in which Major League Baseball players compete against one another for a lofty prize and baseball fame. For some sluggers, the Home Run Derby is the beginning of a second-half surge. For others, it marks the start of a steep

Why Everyone Can Appreciate Vivaldi’s Masterpiece, ‘The Four Seasons’

BACKGROUND Over 300 years ago, composer and violinist Antonio Vivaldi published his most famous musical composition, “The Four Seasons.” Known colloquially as “Vivaldi’s Four Seasons,” this musical masterpiece can be appreciated as much today as it was in 1725, when it was published as part of a larger collection. Historians

Flashback to HOCO ’25

As Homecoming week amps up, we continue to take a look back at snapshots from last year’s Homecoming week.     *All photos courtesy of University Communications

Counting Down to MBU Homecoming Finale

Part 4– As we look ahead toward of MBU’s 2026 Homecoming Week, we revisit all the festivities from last year including Kolaches with the president, thePerk 27, and the Homecoming football game. HOMECOMING 2026 Today, September 24 Homecoming Celebration 11 a.m. in the Pillsbury Chapel and Dale Williams Fine Arts

Kicking off Homecoming: Pursuing Faith and Community

Part 3— Homecoming is here! As we kick off Day 2 of Homecoming, we recognize the significance of this annual tradition. Not only do MBU students enjoy games, activities and events, but they come together as a community to glorify God and enjoy His creation. In this post, we highlight

More Memories From Homecoming 2025

Part 2— As we count down the days to Homecoming 2026, we look back on special memories and moments from last year, including Spartacus’ birthday party, the Alumni Awards, thePerk event, and the Homecoming football game.     *All photos courtesy of University Communications     HOMECOMING 2026 Monday, September

Gen Z isn’t Lazy, They’re Drowning

With unemployment rates among college graduates at an all-time high, many employers have written off Gen Z as lazy, entitled or unwilling to put in the work necessary to succeed. Meanwhile, young adults are entering a workplace unlike anything previous generations have seen before. Artificial intelligence has redefined the hiring

Counting Down to Homecoming: A Look Back at 2025

Students current and past gather together each year for Homecoming at Missouri Baptist University, from antique rugs on the floor of Muncy Gym at the Perk Event, to the football game on Saturday at Spartan Field. Today’s photo gallery kicks off a series of galleries over the next few days,

Part 2 – More St. Louis Voices Reflect on 9/11

25 Years Ago Today…   September 11, 2001 In Part 2 of our series, the perspective expands beyond the Missouri Baptist University community to area leaders, military veterans, pastors, educators and others who experienced 9/11 firsthand. Their reflections revisit the fear and uncertainty of the day while remembering the unity,