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Music Club: Do, Re, Mi, Fa,

Author: The Crusader Staff Writer, Alijah Wilson

Do you wish you could make more friends? Do you want to join some school activities outside of class? Well, I know just one place for you: The Music Club. 

The Music Club is a school activity where all students can come together and connect with new people through music outside of class. You don’t have to be musically talented to come to sing with us, and that’s the good part about it is that a lot of people are afraid to come because they think they will get judged, and that is not true. Just come by the Grace Auditorium on Wednesday night at 7 pm. 

We play and sing lots of different kinds of music. Most of us don’t have our own instruments, but we are saving money to buy some. If you have any instruments that you would like to bring, then we would love for you to bring them.

My fellow friend Josh says,” The music club is a place where you can connect with people through music.” He also says, “if you like music, then join because we are always looking.” He is not wrong, the one thing that connects us emotionally is music. We are very welcoming, so don’t be afraid to sing some songs. I hope to see you at the next club meeting.

This article was originally posted in the Fall 2022, Issue 2 of The Crusader Newspaper. Download the full issue.

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Shine Bright Segment

Author: The Crusader Staff Writer, Ayanna Pompey

I wanted to shed light on a historical moment for two students. Stacy White and her mother, Kimberley Jennings, are scheduled to graduate college at the same time next year, in May 2023. Stacy and Kimberley both attended Gaston College together before transferring to The Abbey. Stacy and Kimberley both have full-time schedules that occupy most of their day, but they still have the perseverance to keep striving for excellence. They both are prime examples of excellence that shine brightly throughout Belmont’s campus. In May, both Stacy and Kimberley will graduate from Belmont Abbey in History, Politics, and Government.

This historic moment for the Abbey reassures students that anything is possible with determination, regardless of age. Thank you both for choosing Belmont to continue a great legacy. 

If you see them around campus, please congratulate them on their successes!

This article was originally posted in the Fall 2022, Issue 2 of The Crusader Newspaper. Download the full issue.

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Being Broke Is No Joke… How To Become Financially Literate in College.

Author: The Crusader Staff Writer, Regina Vegihe

“Money the Abbey Way” (MTAW) is Belmont Abbey College’s program to improve students’ financial literacy. This program has the following mission statement: “Your beliefs about money, and the decisions you make about money, are intimately related to what it means to live a good life and to lead a life of integrity, to succeed professionally, to become a responsible citizen, and to be a blessing to yourself and others.”

In other words, MTAW teaches students how to wisely save, earn, spend, borrow, and tithe money. Dr. Cote, the advisor of MTAW, recommends that students start saving now as she says, “Putting money aside daily instead of buying coffee will pay off for the long term.” Furthermore, “It is about thinking long term, not just short term.”

MTAW hosts many events for Financial Literacy as well. In September, MTAW hosted its first Financial Literacy event of the year. Soon, an email will be sent out with details about a speaker presenting on investment risks. In the spring, a speaker will be presenting on employee benefits. Dates of these events will be coming soon.

There are five tips that MTAW strives to teach Belmont Abbey Students. These include…

  • Knowing Personal Finance to make an informed financial decision
  • Apply Finance principles to a situation and choose the best financial outcome for them
  • Understand Church Teachings about money and apply them to their life.
  • Think about beliefs and values to use money wisely for themself, their family, and their community.
  • Confidence in making a financial decision. To learn more about MTAW, go to the Online Student Success Hub on

canvas and look under modules for “Financial Literacy: Money the Abbey Way” Many resources, such as bac.igrad.com, will help students understand personal finance.

Being broke is no joke, so start learning about personal finance now. You will thank yourself later!

This article was originally posted in the Fall 2022, Issue 2 of The Crusader Newspaper. Download the full issue.

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English Major Looking Forward to Potential Jobs

Author: The Crusader Staff Writer, Katherine Scifers

The idea of graduating college is both an exciting and very nerve-racking thing to think about. Saying that we only have about nine weeks left in the whole of the first semester, graduation is coming up faster than most seniors probably realize, and it is definitely almost here for those of us troubled souls who are graduating in December, one of which I am. No matter when the seniors are graduating, we are all concerned about what we will be doing as soon as we leave Belmont Abbey. As an English major who has absolutely no idea what I am doing once I graduate, this is extremely nerve-racking.

Having been an English major for almost my whole career at the Abbey, I have heard all the common sayings about never finding a job as an English major or that the only job I will get will be a teacher. Although being a teacher is a noble and important job, I am sure that not every English major wants to be a teacher. Therefore, I thought it might be helpful to share all the jobs I plan on applying to as an English major because I am convinced I can get a job with my degree.

The first type of job that I am applying to are jobs in social media. These jobs are new and exciting and allow for creativity. Social media jobs are great for English majors because a lot of social media actually has a lot to do with writing and rhetoric, two elements that English majors know all too well. Plus, it’s an excellent way for people who want to be creative writers to have a creative outlet and write new but short things all the time.

The next type of job that I am applying to is a reporter/journalist. These jobs are made for English majors, and I bet that each one of us English majors has dreamed about being a reporter or journalist. Therefore, we should apply for these jobs, even if we think we will not get them. 

Not getting a job is not bad; the bad thing is not applying for a job because we are afraid of rejection, which goes for every major. Even if you do not meet all the requirements but want that job, you might as well apply. I mean, you never know; you might be surprised.

The last type of job that I am going to apply to is a brand strategist. This job is perfect for an English major for similar reasons to why the social media job is excellent for an English major. Both of these jobs have to do with the image, tone, and overall rhetoric of a brand, which as English majors, we are used to changing and/or presenting in a specific and well-thought-out way.

If none of these jobs sound appealing to you as an English major, I would recommend checking out Indeed’s 20 Great Jobs for English Majors. Overall, as an English major and all soon-to-be-graduates, it is crucial not to lose hope when doing a job search. Finding a job is difficult, and you will most likely get a lot of rejections, but it is all about preserving and taking risks. So, apply for that dream job and just keep on applying.

This article was originally posted in the Fall 2022, Issue 2 of The Crusader Newspaper. Download the full issue.

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Stowe Hall: 136 Years of History

Author: The Crusader Staff Writer, John Walker

We walk past it every day, but how often do we think about Stowe Hall’s history? Built in 1898, Robert Lee Stowe Hall has been a vital part of Belmont Abbey College’s campus as an academic building, a dining hall, a residence hall, and even more. Named for local entrepreneur Robert Lee Stowe, the building is on the National Register of Historic Places as a part of the Belmont Abbey College Historic District, having been added in 1993.

Construction began under Abbot Leo Haid and Brother Wolfgang Trexler in 1886, taking twelve years to complete the building. In those days, it was called the College Building. It was built directly attached to the monastery for ease of use by the monks. The building features a Gothic-style tower on its western side, while the front entrance features a neo-Classical portico.

In 1900, a fire burned through the inside of the College Building, destroying much of the inside. Work to restore the inside began immediately, and fundraising efforts helped return the building to its former state. Classes were able to be held in the building again the next academic year. As the college grew in the 20th century, the College Building was used for classes, dining, and residence. There was even a rifle range in the building at one point.

Eventually, the name was changed to Robert Lee Stowe Hall in 1983, honoring the textile magnate and Gaston County native. The Stowe family has been vital to the development of the town of Belmont and our college. Over 136 years since the beginning of its construction, Stowe Hall remains our main academic building and one of the most iconic buildings on campus.

This article was originally posted in the Fall 2022, Issue 2 of The Crusader Newspaper. Download the full issue.

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