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October 21, 2026 Vol 122

Category: Opinions

“Slut” is Now a Compliment

“Slut” is Now a Compliment

Earlier in September a black woman named Brandi Johnson took her black boss to court after he called her the…
Let’s (Not) Talk About Sex

Let’s (Not) Talk About Sex

Many have, rightfully, bemoaned the decline of the family and the unquestionably devastating consequences of the so-called ‘sexual liberation’ of…
Twinkies Over the Bread of Life

Twinkies Over the Bread of Life

Too often, what the church communicates to the world is a weak faith. Within our contemporary Christian culture, I see…
To Infinity and Beyond; Religious Plurality and Dialogue

To Infinity and Beyond; Religious Plurality and Dialogue

We live in a religiously pluralistic society. We see it in manifested in our own faith tradition with tens of…
The Passion of Miley Cyrus

The Passion of Miley Cyrus

I am very sure that you are tired of hearing people talk about Miley Cyrus.  In the aftermath of the…
Statement of Purpose

Statement of Purpose

Two main criticisms are usually leveled at the Star: number one, that we are too pro-Houghton and, number two, that…
Different Schools for Different Fools

Different Schools for Different Fools

College has become a rite of passage in our society.  The Common Core Learning Standards, supported by the U.S. Department…
Dichotomy in Discourse

Dichotomy in Discourse

Few things are as important to Christians as language.  Our faith and our characters are revealed in and defined by…
Goodbye, International Students

Goodbye, International Students

Unbeknownst to most of us, the Student Financial Services Office (SFSO) and the Office of Admission have decided to slash…
What’s Orthodox to Someone is Heresy to Another

What’s Orthodox to Someone is Heresy to Another

As I come to the end of my undergraduate career at a private faith-based liberal arts college, I think it…