Podcast: Horsey Takes the King: How to Play Chess
Amateur chess masters Dante Leach and Sam Rochard teach newbies Gabe Katz and Pedro de Moraes how to play chess.
Student Life
Life of a Student-Athlete (Podcast)
Gabe Katz sits down with fellow Bulldogs, Sam Rochard, Dante Leach, Dan Thornton, and Pedro de Moraes, to give insight into what it takes to be a successful student-athlete. Audio Production by Brant HelmsGraphics by Pedro de Moraes
Student Life
Meet Your Newly Elected SGA Officers
By Baylie Davis Last Thursday, Baylie Davis hosted the third episode of the 2023 Bulldog Beat Podcast. She was joined by the newly elected officers of the Student Government Association, Madison Stott, Bevin Harrill, and Allison White. The last officer, Brooklyn Ingram-Nelson, was not available to join in for this episode. SGA is an organization that aims to represent and advocate for the students at Tennessee Wesleyan University. They are the people to go to when you want something done on our campus, and they will meet with the right people to make sure your voice is heard. In this episode, you can get to know our newly elected officers of SGA, hear what their goals are for our campus while they hold office, and learn how you can get involved in SGA. Also, in typical Bulldog Beat fashion, hear their answers to some burning, funny questions like, “Are there more doors in the world or wheels?” 2023-24 SGA Officers:President: Bevin HarrillVice-President: Allison WhiteSecretary: Madison StottTreasurer: Brooklyn Ingram-Nelson Video Assistance by Dan ThorntonAudio Assistance by Matti Bray
Student Life
Late Night Breakfast Returns to Tennessee Wesleyan University
By Dan Thornton Tennessee Wesleyan University is excited to announce the return of the annual Late-Night Breakfast event on April 26th, 2023. This beloved tradition provides students with a chance to take a break from their studies and enjoy a delicious breakfast at a time when they would normally be hitting the books. The Late-Night Breakfast will be held in the dining hall from 10:00 pm to midnight. Students can expect a variety of breakfast foods, including pancakes, waffles, bacon, eggs, and more. There will also be vegetarian and gluten-free options available for those with dietary restrictions. Admission to the Late-Night Breakfast is free for all TWU students. This event is a great opportunity for students to socialize and de-stress before the end of the semester. It’s also a chance for them to connect with faculty and staff, who will be serving breakfast and mingling with students throughout the evening. Don’t miss out and mark your calendars for April 26th and join us for a night of great food and company! Edited by Parker StinnettPhotos by Matti Bray
Student Life
The Best Places to Study in Athens
By Parker Stinnett It’s a week before finals and you are about to graduate with your bachelors in Communication. Everything comes down to these final four exams that you must pass before receiving your degree. You know the stakes at hand, and you want to do every possible thing you can to succeed on these tests but for some odd reason, you cannot grasp enough focus just sitting on your bed or at your desk. Luckily, you’re a student at Tennessee Wesleyan University in Athens Tennessee where there are handfuls of great places to go and study and just get away to get that relaxed and focused feeling you’ve always wanted to have. For starters, students at TWU have many options on campus for great study spots such as the study rooms in the top level of the student center, the chairs placed throughout campus in front of the many fire pits, and even the Trinity Church on campus allows the students to come and do what they need to do, to be successful students. Ranging off campus, Blue Front Coffee Shop is a great pace to go get your school work done and hang with friends. Sitting about five hundred feet away from campus, I can guarantee you won’t be the only one stopping by to work on your math homework. Moving down the street about two hundred feet closer to the school are the benches right across the street from trinity Church. There are three to four benches in a nice grassed area that are nice and peaceful depending on the weather of course. Another great place to give a try to would be the Athens Regional Park, located 3.0 miles from campus and is only an eight-minute drive. It offers great scenery and different locations to sit and study about. If you’re studying with an appetite, Athens gives you multiple places with food menus to conquer the hunger with. Maddie Mae’s on S White St and is located about .3 miles from campus or a quick seven-minute walk. They are known for their friendly approach to their customers and for their well made sandwiches and frozen custard. Along with this, Jenkins Restaurant and Deli is also a great option for a study spot. It happens to be one of the most well known places in town and offers a great deal of food choices from chicken salad all the way to fish and chips. It gives a homey feeling when you walk in and is located just 1.0 mile from campus. One final place worth mentioning would be the city of Cleveland Tennessee. It is about thirty minutes from campus down I-75 towards Chattanooga. Cleveland offers everything Athens has to offer but just doubled in size and choices to choose from. A great spot to go study or even just getting away from the school work and enjoying your day. As finals week approaches, look to these places to get you out of your comfort zone or maybe back into your comfort zone while studying. A small change in scenery just might give you the edge you need to break through your mental block. Edited by Marco MartinezPhotos by Dan Thornton
Podcasts, Student Life
Bulldog Beat Podcast – Spring Edition
By Dan Thornton In this episode of the Bulldog Beat Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing two members of the Tennessee Wesleyan baseball team, Marco Martinez and Parker Stinnett, as well as Baylie Davis from the softball team. I had a great time chatting with them about their lives, athletic careers, and even some personable questions. Marco shared with us how he got into playing baseball and the challenges he has faced as a student-athlete. Baylie also talked about her journey in softball, including the moment she realized she wanted to pursue playing softball at the collegiate level. Parker shared with us how the grind was from junior college to the beginning of his career at Tennessee Wesleyan. They all talked about the importance of balancing their academics and athletics and how it has helped them in their lives. At the end of this episode, I asked them some fun questions, such as what are five things they cannot live without. They gave us a wide range of answers from Cookout to sandals. Overall, it was a great conversation with the inspiring athletes who have a bright future ahead of them. You can stream this episode by clicking the link below. Check out photos from Tennessee Wesleyan Baseball vs. Columbia International University, February 23, at Athens Insurance Stadium. Edited by Baylie DavisPhotos by Matti BrayPodcast Production by Bulldog Beat Staff
Student Life
Upcoming Convocations at TWU
By T’evon Shuler Here at Tennessee Wesleyan University, 5 convocations are required every semester in order to graduate. These convocations consist of many different things that can give information about world events/history or provide entertainment for students. The spring semester convocations will range from “Childhood Trauma” to “Honors Day” for TWU students. There are nine convocations from February 7th to April 18th and are every Tuesday, so plan the best five to attend. More information on Convocations is listed in the TWU App, under Events, or on the Tennessee Wesleyan website. Human Trafficking AwarenessMarch 14, 11amColloms Campus Center 203 9th Annual International DayMarch 28, 10am-2pmJohnson Event CenterCheck out our coverage of last year’s International Day Heritage Day – The Bible and American WayMarch 29, 7-8pmColloms Campus Center 203March 30, 11am-12pmTownsend Auditorium Food AccessibilityApril 4, 11amColloms Campus Center 203 Arbor Day Celebration April 11, 11 amTownsend Auditorium Honors DayApril 18, 11 amTownsend Auditorium ChapelEvery Sunday and Thursday, 11am Trinity UMC Edited by Parker StinnettGraphic courtesy of TWU Student LifeEditorial Assistance by Bulldog Beat Staff
Student Life
Puppies in the Library
By Marco Martinez Every semester a stress ball filled with tests, essays, and final projects sweeps through campus. Every student feels this big pressure of what finals can do to our grades, the worries of borderline grades leading up to test and the uncertainty of many who do not know if they can pull it off. Here at Tennessee Wesleyan University, once a semester right before finals week, four legged heroes come to cure us of our stress and anxieties. This semester these heroes came in the form of a 10-month-old St. Pyrenees named Agnus and a 11-month-old German Shepherd named Saries. With their charm and neediness for attention these 4-legged heroes come to give us relief and comfort from the stressors of finals. Cuddling, scratching, and treat feeding are all encouraged by Agnus and Saries when on duty. As shown above you can see the worry-free environment that these puppies create no matter where they are. It is a good reminder for all of us to take this time that we feel stressed and remind ourselves why we should not worry. This occurrence happens every semester right before finals week, so take advantage of these furry heroes and Goodluck to all on your finals. Happy winter break and happy holidays! Edited by Cameron WilliamsPhotos by T’evon Shuler
No Bull
by Cameron Williams Welcome to No Bull. The show where we debate our favorite restaurant in all of Athens. The restaurants in this debate are Waffle House, Cook Out, Pepo’s Burrito Bar, Yamato, Angela’s Miami Grill, and Home-cooked meals. Take a listen to the show and below is a poll for everyone to decide who has the best restaurant in Athens. Tell us your favorite restaurant and why! Editing by Alex WizeProduction by Bulldog Beat TeamGraphics by Bella FricksPoll by Bulldog Beat TeamBaby oil by Marco Martinez