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A Month of Music

Graphic Communications • 2028

Photograph provided by Rampage student photographer Malique Gordon. As Bluefield University nears the end of another spring semester, the Music Department is staying busy and has planned performances for the entire month of April. From start to finish, the Music Department is running a tight ship and needs all hands on deck for the foreseeable […]

Students Participate in Red Cross Blood Drive

Communications and Business • 2027

Graphic illustration provided by Rampage graphic designer Talan Poe. Bluefield University partnered with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Friday, February 27. BU has been partnering with Red Cross for many years, In fact, this is the fifth blood drive that BU’s Bethany Justis, executive assistant to the president, has coordinated. […]

President Peterson’s Plans for Change at BU

Digital marketing and modern media • 2028

Dr. Steve Peterson became the 10th president of Bluefield University in July of 2024, coming to BU with a career in higher education spanning nearly 30 years at such schools as Houston Christian University and Liberty University. Since stepping into his leadership role, Dr. Peterson has been focused on student success, online education, financial support, […]

Students Express Frustrations with MyBU

Sports journalism • 2028

Photo provided by Rampage student photographer Zander Slouth. For many students at Bluefield University, MyBU is an essential tool for managing academic and financial information. However, numerous students have voiced frustrations about its usability, citing issues with accessibility, navigation, and functionality. BU student Charles Howard described his struggles with MyBU’s search function. “It is hard […]

Students from Warmer Climates Share Thoughts on Winter in Bluefield

Sports Communication • 2025

Although winter at Bluefield University is a season of beautiful scenery and cool temperatures, it is a completely different experience for students from warmer areas. For Dylan Cutler, a senior from Fort Myers, Florida, and Nick Guerra, a senior from Miami, Florida, who both have lived their entire lives in the sun, their first winter […]

Are You in Pursuit?

Communications • 2028

Among the several new Bible studies on campus, the women’s Pursuit Bible study, led by Kristin Parker, director of athletic communications, is gearing up. Focused on “creating a safe space where women can encourage and uplift one another,” Pursuit meetings are scheduled for Sundays at 8 p.m. on the third floor of East River Hall. […]

University Seeks Feedback on Changes to Academic Calendar

Sports Communications • 2028

Bluefield University is considering changing its academic calendar to end the fall semester before Thanksgiving. To gather feedback on the proposal, the administration distributed an electronic survey to students to find out how they feel about the proposed change. Provost Michael Salmeier said the proposal stems from the growing number of requests from students to […]

Temporary Changes for Student Development

Digital marketing and modern media • 2028

Photo courtesy of Bluefield.edu Pregnancies are a time of excitement and anticipation. For Bluefield University’s Office of Student Development, it will also be a time of change. Director of Student Life Katie McDaniel recently announced her pregnancy and impending maternity leave, and with that in mind Student Development is preparing to fill the void that […]

Students Invited to Contribute to The Bluestone Review

Communications • 2028

Photograph provided by Rampage student writer Savannah Taylor. Another spring is approaching, and with it another publication of The Bluestone Review, our university’s literary magazine. Students are welcome to submit creative works such as stories, plays, creative nonfiction, poetry, photography, art, songs, and other such works. Works can be submitted to the review by emailing […]

Herb Sims Center in Need of Improvements

Interdisciplinary Studies • 2028

Coaches and students at Bluefield University have been advocating for improvements to the Herb Sims Wellness Center, but have not had much success. Located on Stadium Drive near the university’s main campus and adjacent to Mitchell Stadium, the Herb Sims Wellness Center is a strength training facility for BU’s athletic programs. The weight center is […]

Supplemental Instructors Help BU Students Excel in the Classroom

Communication • 2024

Bluefield University students looking for a little extra help with a class or learning subject material can get just that through supplemental instructors (SI). Supplemental instructors lead interactive study sessions outside of the classroom to assist students in understanding course material, getting ready for tests, and developing efficient study techniques. Students from Bluefield University are […]