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WLU's Student News Source

The Trumpet

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ inspires readers, audiences

December 11, 2018

By Hanna Perry, Contributing Writer   I recently read the novel Dear Evan Hansen, written by Val Emmich. The novel is based off of the Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen and it was truly groundbreaking...

‘The Secret in the Wings’ puzzles audiences

December 6, 2018

By Daniel Morgan, Contributing Writer   The Hilltop Players' production of Mary Zimmerman's “The Secret in the Wings” was… well, it's still a secret to me.   As I walked into the Kelly Theater,...

World AIDS Day educates, raises awareness

November 30, 2018

By Gabrielle Blanchard, Assistant Editor   How much do you know about your sexual health? How often are you tested? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is estimated...

Students should take more pride in campus appearance

November 28, 2018

By Dakota Knotts, Contributing Writer   Are you a proud member of the Hilltopper community? Do you take pride in your school and its appearance? If you answered “no,” then you are most likely...

Being a commuter is no excuse for lacking campus involvement

November 26, 2018

By Freddie Fitzsimmons, Contributing Writer   Commuters at West Liberty University should become more active on and around campus. The common theme from students is, “There is nothing for us as commuters...

Perseverance means rewards, success after graduating

November 25, 2018

By Mackenzie Burns, Contributing Writer   College student? Graduating soon? Job searching? You need to start now instead of procrastinating, like working on that quiz you’re supposed to be finishing,...

Toastmasters group offers speakers, help for novices

November 24, 2018

By Hanna Perry, Contributing Writer   What is Toastmasters International?   Have you ever been nervous when you were presenting something for a class or giving a speech? If your answer to this question...

‘Courting Wonder’ encourages thought, imagination

‘Courting Wonder’ encourages thought, imagination

November 12, 2018

By Dakota Knotts, Contributing Writer On Tuesday, Oct. 30, the Nutting Gallery hosted “Courting Wonder,” an exhibition featuring the works of Thomas Wharton. The gallery displayed astounding works...

Students should remember to take time to unwind

November 11, 2018

By Gabrielle Blanchard, Assistant Editor   It’s no secret or surprise that college students seem to be under endless amounts of stress. A paper for this class, a project for another, going to games,...

Students should file FAFSA as early as possible

November 1, 2018

By Dakota Knotts, Contributing Writer   It is that time of year again! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) became available to students for the 2019-2020 school year on Oct. 1, 2018. The...

Hilltop Players inspire with ‘The Miracle Worker’

October 27, 2018

By Ashley Cole, Contributing Writer The Hilltop Players opened the 2018-19 season with “The Miracle Worker,” a play inspired by the relationship of Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing leading...

Avoid complacency: Exercise your right to vote

Avoid complacency: Exercise your right to vote

October 7, 2018

By Daniel Morgan, Contributing Writer   Every time an election approaches, people discuss how important voting is. At this point in our country's history as we’re faced with the 2018 midterm elections...

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