Historic Edwards Building is Demolished
The Edwards Building, has been torn down by Berea College due to the”significant risk” involved with renovation.
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Which Side Are You On?: A Book Review by The League of Revolutionaries for a New America’s Legacy Committee for Labor Day 2023
Harlan County & its continuing history with miners strike is explored in the book “Which Side Are You On?”
Latest Posts
UPS Workers in Lexington Practice Picketing
UPS workers are preparing for a strike after the breakdown of negotiations between the Teamsters Union and UPS Management.
President Nixon: Her Background and (Possible) Future
This fall, Berea College students will be welcomed by its first female president, Dr. Cheryl Nixon.
News
Emma Curtis Announces HISTORIC Bid for 93rd District House Seat
If elected to the 93rd district, Emma Curtis would become the first openly transgender state legislator in Kentucky history.
How Ket Perkins and the SGA Moved Berea College to Condemn Anti-Gay and Anti-Trans Bills in the Kentucky General Assembly
Berea College President Lyle Roelofs’ statement condemning Kentucky’s anti-gay and anti-trans bills could not have happened without the help of Ket Perkins and the SGA.
The SGA Proposes Swim Requirement Reform at the GFA
As other colleges across the U.S begin to abandon the swim requirement, Berea College is coming under increased scrutiny from students and staff alike to reform the program.
Interviews
Walkability and Bikeability In Lexington: Interview with Blake Hall
Native Lexingtonian and urbanism enthusiast Blake Hall talks about his vision for a more walkable and bikeable Lexington.
“No Professors Allowed”: How General Education is Changing in Berea College
The General Education Modification (GEM) Committee is responsible for making majors changes to wellness, GSTR and other general education courses in Berea College.
“Fighting for Rural Kentucky” – Interview with Josh Bray, Kentucky House Representative
By Lily Barnette and Ülvi Gitaliyev Elected in 2021, Josh Bray is running unopposed this year. He represents the entirety of Rockcastle County, as well as parts of Laurel, Pulaski and Madison County, including most of Berea. The Berea Torch was able to interview him to discuss why he originally ran, achievements from his last…
Editorials
City on the Hill: The Rise of Anti-Democracy
Senate Bill 92 threatens to disrupt Ohio’s proud tradition of referendums.
Editorial: The Kentucky Anti-Drag Queen Bills are ‘Dead’, Some Believe
Berea College student, Bless, offers her opinions on SB 115, the bill aiming to limit drag performances in Kentucky.
Editorial: Trayvion Newton & Suneil Avirneni for SGA Junior President & Vice-President
Read about how Trayvion and Suneil plan to represent students in the SGA.