Freed-Hardeman University

The Tennessee Iota Chapter of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society officially welcomed nine new student members into its ranks during a spring induction ceremony Monday, March 3, in Old Chapel Hall. Newly inducted members are: Griffin Collins, majoring in finance, law and politics; Ben Cooper, majoring in management and accounting; Miriam Gallagher, majoring in Spanish; Molly King, majoring in nursing; Annabelle Lockridge, majoring in accounting; Caroline Ramey, majoring in psychology; Julieth Rivera, majoring in sports administration and accounting; Jessie Segars, majoring in interdisciplinary studies: elementary education; and Renae Tabor, majoring in English.

Fourteen Freed-Hardeman University students were officially inducted into the Tennessee Iota Chapter of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society Monday, Oct. 21, in Old Main Administration Building's Chapel Hall. Membership in Alpha Chi is open to students who have earned a minimum GPA of 3.75 on 80 credit hours and who are in the top 10% of the junior and senior classes. This semester, all inductees have a minimum GPA of 3.92. The following students were inducted into the organization: Hannah Ballentine, Molli Deere, Darden Goode, Mia Griffin, Aleia Klamm, Noah LaRue, Elizabeth McKeeby, Mia Morris, Kanvas Phelps, Brenley Ramey, Campbell Scott, Jensen Smith, Ben Wade and Brooke Webb.

Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's and Dean's Lists for the Spring 2024 semester. To be on the President's List, a student must be full-time and have a 4.0 grade point average. Students on the Dean's List have earned a minimum 3.4 grade point average for the semester. FHU congratulates all of the students on their academic success.

Freed-Hardeman English majors and faculty came together to celebrate National Poetry Month and the conclusion of the spring semester. The event highlighted the annual poetry contest where computer science major Lou Joseph was awarded first place for his submission, "Mother." His poem poignantly captures the emotional turmoil of leaving Haiti, and adjusting to life in the United States. Joseph described the motivation behind his winning piece: "I've never been the most articulate person, so it's easy to feel unheard, especially when you've been stripped of your language." His poem reflects on the language and life left behind, a sacrifice made out of necessity. Though his heart remains in Haiti, Joseph now calls an Orlando suburb home. Following Joseph, students Ella Gehlert and J.T. Moore were also recognized for their impressive submissions. After the winners showcased their poems, students from Professor Neil Segars' Modern Poetry class shared some of their favorite works, adding to the rich tapestry of the day's discussions.

Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's and Dean's Lists for the Fall 2023 semester. To be on the President's List, a student must be full-time and have a 4.0 grade point average. Students on the Dean's List have earned a minimum 3.4 grade point average for the semester. FHU congratulates all of the students on their academic success.

Freed-Hardeman University students in Dr. John McLaughlin's Games in Literature course have spent the fall semester reading classics like Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest" and Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club," leading discussions and having fun playing challenging games, some familiar and others new to them. The idea for the class was something McLaughlin longed to do, so when Dr. Margaret Payne asked him if wanted to teach a special course, he knew the topic right away. "There are so many great things to read, so I selected a few repeats and some I would not normally do," he said. "I know the students have enjoyed the readings, and, as someone who loves games and has played them all of my life, I want to show them how much fun that is." The weekly class, spanning nearly three hours, features occasional guest speakers, quizzes, student presentations and, most importantly, game sessions. These games are thematically linked to the weekly readings. For example, after discussing "The Joy Luck Club," a novel in which the characters play Mahjong, a four-player game originating from China, students tried their hand at the game in November. In Mahjong, players shuffle tiles and take turns searching for matching pairs to complete a hand of 14 tiles, with the winner being the first to achieve this. The class also delved into "The Girl Who Played Go," a 2001 French novel by Shan Sa. Go is a game of strategy that requires players to acquire as much territory as possible.

Two Freed-Hardeman University courses, Death and Dying and Latin American Literature, met to discuss how the Hispanic culture mourns, celebrates and remembers an individual who passes away. Their discussion coincided with Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), which is celebrated Nov. 2. In addition to the discussion, organizers offered a colorful celebratory table and Pan de Muerto (Day of the Dead Bread), a sweet bread baked with a ball on top, representing the skull of the deceased, with remaining pieces shaped into a cross to signify their bones and tears. As part of the combined course activities, students took a survey about their comfort level with death and discussed whether traditions such as sleeping in a bed where a person has died, holding a funeral in a residence, kissing a deceased person goodbye, or dressing and applying makeup to a deceased person would disturb them. The group also shared their memories of loved ones using virtual ofrendas. An ofrenda is a display that celebrates the life of a deceased person with a collection of their favorite things.

Twenty-five Freed-Hardeman University students were inducted into the Iota Chapter of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society in Old Main on Freed-Hardeman University's campus in October. The following students were inducted: Rylee Baker, Emma Barker, Edison Boggess IV, Hannah Brown, Ashlyn Chandler, Gracie Doyle, LeighAnne Dugger, Lacy Dunn, Tabitha Edwards, Sarah Fondren, Cassie Gardner, Reece Hopgood, Asa Jopson, Thaddaeus Lankford, Jayda McClain, Dominique Michaud, Carly Price, Molly Reasons, Kendall Remy, Elizabeth Roberts, Emma Robison, Noah Stuart, Jonathan Timmer, Taylor Triplett and Thomas Yukich. All of this semester's inductees had at least a 3.9 GPA. Alpha Chi membership is by invitation only to juniors and seniors with a minimum grade point average of 3.75 on at least 80 earned credit hours and candidates must be in the top 10% of the junior and senior class to qualify for membership. New inductees were encouraged to wear their membership pins during the week of induction, to apply for Alpha Chi's national scholarships and to create research projects to present during the national convention. Members of Alpha Chi uphold its principles of Truth and Character and its motto - "Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." John 8:32.

This fall 41 ladies attended the second annual Ladies' Day hosted by Zeteo, a women's Bible study group dedicated to immersive study on Freed-Hardeman University's campus. "This ladies' day would not have been possible without each girl being willing to participate," said Molly King, Zeteo President. "It is only because of their desire to study the Bible that we are able to do this work. I am so proud of each and every girl that participated. This is the second year we have done it and it just seems to get better." The group also participated in FHU's Day of Giving and raised $690 to purchase scripture journals to help in their studies. "FHU Dean of Students Lacy Crowell said, 'Zeteo continues to offer the young women on campus a way to nurture their faith in a supportive environment. As we gather in fellowship and faith, we are humbled by God's grace and guidance. Women's Bible study has been a cornerstone of our spiritual journey, deepening our understanding of His word. Our prayer group has been a source of strength and connection. With gratitude in our hearts, we look ahead, knowing that God's plan for us is to grow, learn, and support one another as we continue to seek His wisdom and share His love through our study and prayers.'"

Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's and Dean's Lists for the Spring 2023 semester. To be on the President's List, a student must be full-time and have a 4.0 grade point average. Students on the Dean's List have earned a minimum 3.4 grade point average for the semester. FHU congratulates all of the students honored during the Spring 2023 semester.

It was a final project full of fun, experimentation and laughter. Seven students in Dr. Ben Clark's AI for Robotics class put weeks worth of research into determining if three robots could "play" a game of hide and seek effectively on May 4. The students organized in three teams - Bryce Greene, Allison Walker and Brigitte Turner worked together to program the robot they named Kenan Jr (after another Computer Science faculty member Dr. Kenan Casey). Their robot's objective was to "seek" the other two robots that were "hiding." Decked out with two heart shaped stickers at its back, Kenan Jr. and the other robots, Baymacs and R0B, are Create 3 robots, educational versions of the popular household vacuum appliance, the Roomba. Dallas Yarnell and Sean Janiec worked on R0B and were part of the mapping team, which determined the area where the robots could hide. "We used a technique called SLAM (Simultaneous, Localization and Mapping). It basically helps the robots play hide and seek," Yarnell said. Students Lou Joseph and Addison Adcock were on the path planning team and were responsible for Baymacs.

Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's and Dean's Lists for the Fall 2022 semester.To be on the President's List, a student must be full-time and have a 4.0 grade point average. Students on the Dean's List have earned a minimum 3.4 grade point average for the semester. FHU congratulates all of the students honored during the fall 2022 semester.

Nineteen Freed-Hardeman University students were inducted into the Iota Chapter of Alpha Chi National Honor Scholarship Society Monday, November 14, 2022, in Old Main on FHU's campus. Members of Alpha Chi uphold its principles of Truth and Character and its motto - "Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." John 8:32. Alpha Chi membership is by invitation only to juniors and seniors with a minimum grade point average of 3.75 on at least 80 earned credit hours and candidates must be in the top 10% of the junior and senior class to qualify for membership. This fall semester's inductees have earned a 3.97 grade point average or higher.

From Jesus memes to the discovery of new math, Freed-Hardeman University's Seventh Annual Scholars' Day covered a myriad of interesting topics for students to explore during the morning-long event held in Loyd Auditorium Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. Dr. Joe Deweese, director of undergraduate research, said this year's Scholars' Day had the largest number of participants with nearly every department represented - 40 oral presentations, 12 posters and one additional display, 17 art displays and a musical. "Overall, about 100 different people participated," he said. For Scholars' Day academic classes are canceled so students may attend the presentations.

Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's and Dean's Lists for the spring 2022 semester. To be on the President's List, a student must be full-time and have a 4.0 grade point average. Students on the Dean's List have earned a minimum 3.4 grade point average for the semester. FHU congratulates all of the students honored during the spring 2022 semester.

Freed-Hardeman University celebrated its Spring 2022 education and nursing graduates during pinning ceremonies held during graduation weekend in mid-May. Nursing majors Emma Campbell, Jacob July and Teleetha Link were recognized during the ceremony. Campbell received the Certificate of Excellence Servant's Heart Award, which is presented to a student who demonstrates a Christian attitude, is helpful to their peers and patients, and demonstrates caring and compassion in all they do. The student is given the bee because it symbolizes service, gathering, and community. July received the Certificate of Excellence Nightingale Award, the highest honor given to a nursing student. This is awarded to a student that is an excellent clinician, has a high GPA, is involved in the community, and is a resource for their peers. The student is given the turtle because it symbolizes love, protection, healing, and knowledge. Link received the Certificate of Excellence Spirit of Job Award. It is presented to a student who has faced struggles, overcome adversity, shown great improvement, and great endurance. The student is given the elephant because it symbolizes one that can shoulder heavy burdens and continue pressing forward to their goal. Twenty-eight education majors were recognized during a pinning ceremony. Those students are: Adam Chalmers, Emily Cisco, Toria Clark, Kaila Donaldson, Christina Evins, Hannah Gillson, Clay Glass, Minlie Glover, Christina Hines, Zavier Hofstetter, Skylar Holland, Mallory Hollaway, Anna Hudson, Elly Johnson, Kizzey Lane, Calum Langdale, BrittLeigh Lawson, Shaelyn Maguffee, Emily Mann, Brianna Parshall, Alyssa Sandefur, Dakota Smith, Emily Snow, Corey Sweatt, William Swinney, Emily Taylor, Hallie Whitesides and Kristen Yost. These graduates performed exceptionally well in their student teaching placements and cooperating teachers and university supervisors complimented them on their performance in the classroom. They have met the requirements to graduate with a degree in education, with most having accepted positions in schools. FHU President David Shannon celebrated the graduates on social media. "Congratulations to our education and nursing graduates! Their individual pinning ceremonies were full of symbolism and celebration. We wish each graduate success with future testing and careers. These graduates will impact the world by serving the sick and educating the minds for decades to come."