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Benedictine College's women's lacrosse team won the NAIA championship in 2022.
Benedictine women’s lacrosse team begins work on documentary
February 24, 2025
The sign at the entrance to Benedictine College
How Benedictine College feels about the possibility of a third Chiefs Super Bowl win
February 11, 2025
Women's soccer team seniors are honored for their time on the team.
Soccer Senior Night: Cultivating Community Through Celebration
October 30, 2024
Saints do a lift-off during the game to bring the ball back into play and secure the possession.
Benedictine Women’s Rugby Club Home Tournament
October 21, 2024
Men on campus get involved in flag football by helping coach like on team Big Brothers of the Rich
The Rise of Women’s Flag Football
October 16, 2024
The Catholic response to IVF
The Catholic response to IVF
March 3, 2025
Teresa Braun in the ministry office planning music for Mass.
The Liturgy of Music
March 2, 2025
The Blessed Sacrament in St. Benedict's parish church
The Benedictine student’s gift of adoration
February 19, 2025
Alicia Alvarez is excited for the upcoming retreat.
Theology of the Body retreat: ‘Love and fulfillment’
February 11, 2025
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Benedictine College Pro-Life Club Branches Out
November 23, 2024
Valentine’s Traditions
February 20, 2025
Photo captured at the 2017 March for Life, Creative Commons License.
Benedictine College Pro-Life Club Branches Out
November 23, 2024
⁃ Maggie Miller (left), Gabe Fuerte (middle), and Tobias Steffensmeier (right) sell t-shirts to promote Family Weekend
The Fun Behind Family Weekend
October 9, 2024
Siblings to Classmates
September 26, 2024
Cat at Atchison Humane Society
Atchison Humane Society Seeks Volunteers After Reaching Maximum Capacity
February 9, 2024
Making the most of your cup of Joe
Making the most of your cup of Joe
March 2, 2025
The beauty of a snow-covered campus
The beauty of a snow-covered campus
March 2, 2025
Valentine’s Traditions
February 20, 2025
Left to Right: Alexis Lange, Jessica Mannella, Maureen Duffy, Patti Duffy and Julia Donovan pose before a training session early Friday morning.
Half Marathon for Holiness: A race to sanctity?
February 10, 2025
Financial Tips for Saving and Spending Well at Benedictine College
November 20, 2024
Where Do Students Get Their News?
November 20, 2024
College students are not avid followers of the news.
A Rising Epidemic
November 12, 2024
Early voting has begun and out-of-state students have to request absentee ballots.
Casting Absentee Ballots
October 29, 2024
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Every Vote Counts
October 29, 2024
The Political Issues on Students’ Minds
October 14, 2024
U.S. College Foreign Language Requirements: The Language Barrier
U.S. College Foreign Language Requirements: The Language Barrier
November 22, 2024
St. Joseph Altar at St. Benedict's Parish in Atchison, Kan.
Faculty Favorite Saints
November 11, 2024
In a time of stress and anxiety, faculty offer their advice to students.
Good Headspace Comes From Good Heart Space
October 30, 2024
Dr. Sarah Harris stands beside the tangible reminders of her faith journey.
Faculty Favorites: Beyond the Item
October 10, 2024
Dr. Muller originally came to Benedictine College for basketball.
Heart Speaks to Heart: Academia and Evangelization
October 4, 2024
The Catholic response to IVF
The Catholic response to IVF
March 3, 2025
Man Sitting on a Window in an Airport Waiting Room
Aviation pros predicted recent crashes — Benedictine students weigh in.
February 17, 2025
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All Police Officers Should Be Allowed To Wear Body Cameras
November 27, 2024
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What Washington Doesn’t Want Gen Z to Know About Taxes
November 22, 2024
Tradition says if you throw a coin into the Trevi fountain, you will return to Italy.
Florence Study Abroad Program
November 21, 2024
Nicolaas tenBroek, Grace Carr, Eli Myzer, Henry Burns and Tim Kasprzak pose after the combo performance at Campus Activity Board’s Casino Night in Fall 2024.
BC’s Jazzy New Beat
February 19, 2025
Left to right: Allie Matthews, Maddie Cassidy and Camille Carrillo Salado admire a painted altarpiece created by Alondra Gomez, a highlighted work of her exhibition.
Behind A Senior Art Exhibition
February 12, 2025
Theatre Department to Perform a Christmas Classic this Semester
November 12, 2024
The Art of Music and Ministry: How One Benedictine College Student is Putting it to Work
The Art of Music and Ministry: How One Benedictine College Student is Putting it to Work
April 27, 2024
Wind Ensemble practices for their performance
Benedictine College Wind Ensemble to Preform at Kansas Music Education Association
February 18, 2024
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The importance of athletic training in sports
March 7, 2025
Left to Right: Alexis Lange, Jessica Mannella, Maureen Duffy, Patti Duffy and Julia Donovan pose before a training session early Friday morning.
Half Marathon for Holiness: A race to sanctity?
February 10, 2025
Video Game Overuse and Mental Health
Video Game Overuse and Mental Health
November 25, 2024
Mornings Birds Live Life Better
Mornings Birds Live Life Better
November 24, 2024
How Caffeine Affects Benedictine College Students
November 20, 2024
Generative AI has become more prominent in higher education. Photo by Free Malaysia Creative Commons license
Generative AI in Higher Education: The Pros and Cons
November 28, 2024
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All Police Officers Should Be Allowed To Wear Body Cameras
November 27, 2024
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Why Generative AI Should be Allowed in Higher Education
November 26, 2024
Video Game Overuse and Mental Health
Video Game Overuse and Mental Health
November 25, 2024
Should You Have Gone to Trade School?
Should You Have Gone to Trade School?
November 25, 2024
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The importance of athletic training in sports
March 7, 2025
The Catholic response to IVF
The Catholic response to IVF
March 3, 2025
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The United States vs. Canada: A legendary hockey rivalry
February 27, 2025
Man Sitting on a Window in an Airport Waiting Room
Aviation pros predicted recent crashes — Benedictine students weigh in.
February 17, 2025
Left to right: Allie Matthews, Maddie Cassidy and Camille Carrillo Salado admire a painted altarpiece created by Alondra Gomez, a highlighted work of her exhibition.
Behind A Senior Art Exhibition
February 12, 2025

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Valentine’s Traditions

Catherine Halbmaier, Staff Writer • February 20, 2025

Staff writer Catherine Halbmaier asks Benedictine students about their Valentine's Day traditions.

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