Check out the latest video news and podcasts from The Rampage.
Podcast: Who is the Person Behind the Ram Mascot?
Victor E. Ram is a beloved mascot of Bluefield University, but who’s the person bringing the Ram to life? Rampage broadcaster Bruce Chaney interviews the student behind the mask. Tristen Gillenwater talks about her love of being Victor E. Ram and how she’s honored to connect with fans and enhance their experience at BU sporting events. Listen to learn more about Gillenwater’s experiences as the BU mascot.
Podcast: New Leadership, New Activities for SALT
The Student Activities Leadership Team (SALT) brings fun activities to campus to get students engaged. Rampage broadcaster Caleb Honaker sat down with SALT president Tristen Gillenwater and SALT member Savannah Taylor. Both Gillenwater and Taylor discuss their ideas for expanding SALT’s influence and increasing event attendance. Listen to this episode to learn about upcoming events to watch out for.
Coach Lusk Reflects on 2024 Season
The Bluefield University Rams football team had an exciting 2024 season. Head coach Dewey Lusk reflects on this most recent season with Rampage broadcaster Charles Howard. Check out the interview below.
March Madness Analysis
March Madness is a time when the whole nation is tuned into college basketball with fans making brackets and hoping they choose the winning team. This week, Rampage broadcaster Elle Gunter breaks down her thoughts on the Final Four match-ups. Gunter discusses her bracket picks and her prediction for the championship winner. Listen to the podcast to learn of Gunter’s predictions. A friendly reminder: tune in on April 5 for the Final Four showdown and watch the National Championship game on April 7.
Students Share Thoughts on Cafeteria Breakfast Hours
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, but many Bluefield University students say they don’t eat breakfast because of the breakfast hours in the BU cafeteria. We thought we’d find out more about students’ thoughts regarding cafeteria breakfast hours. Hear what they had to say in the latest video news from Rampage student broadcaster Caleb Honaker. If students want to share their thoughts, click here to complete Pioneer Dining Services survey.
The Future of BU Athletics
What does the future of Bluefield University Athletics look like? Rampage broadcaster Bruce Chaney sat down with Athletics Director Corey Mullins, Associate Athletics Director Jacob Key, and Director of Athletic Communication Kristen Parker to ask that very question. Listen to the latest Rambler podcast to find out what new sports are being considered, what new broadcasting options are being offered for Rams sports, and what initiatives are taking place to increase event attendance.
Dorm Room Decor 101
Being away from home can be a stressful time for college students. One way to help is to make your dorm room feel more like home. In this episode of The Rambler, Rampage broadcaster Karyss Milby interviews Mia Garrett on her tips for decorating. This podcast explores how to get decor inspiration, benefits of decorating a dorm room, and how to decorate on a budget. Give this podcast a listen to learn how to make your dorm room feel like home.
Question of the Week: If you could be any Bluefield University professor, who would it be and why?
Most students have a favorite class or professor. In this week’s Question of The Week, Rampage broadcaster Elle Gunter explored this topic by asking: “If you could be any BU professor, who would it be and why?”. Check out this video to see which professors students picked!
How to Manage Stress as a College Student
Being a college student can be stressful. What is stress and what are some healthy ways to manage it? Students can be stressed about classes, sports, relationships and their jobs. Rampage broadcaster Karyss Milby will give students different options on how to manage stress in the episode of The Rambler. Click the play button below to learn more!
BU Missions Club Plans a Trip to Ecuador
The BU Missions Club is planning a trip to Ecuador this Spring. Rampage broadcaster Bruce Chaney chats with BU Missions Club Vice President, Sara Dunphy. Dunphy talks of her past trip to Ecuador and how life changing that experience. Listen to the podcast below to hear more about this story.
Students Invited to Participate in Spring Wellness Events
The health and wellness of BU students — physical, mental and spiritual — is important to the university. That’s why students are offered a number of opportunities to improve their health and wellness. Rampage broadcaster Elle Gunter sat down with Wellness Center graduate assistant Julia Atkins to find out about wellness events scheduled for this spring and other health and wellness tips for students. Check out the podcast below.
What to do if You Have Heating or Other Dorm Issues
Heating issues have been a frequent occurrence in residence halls this winter. What should students do if they don’t have heat or if they don’t have water or if they have some other issue related to on-campus living. Rampage videographer Charles Howard asked Hal Keene, director of facilities. Check out what Keene had to say.
Students Invited to Young Adult Conference
Bluefield University Campus Ministries invites young adults ages 18-30 for a weekend of worship, discipleship, and spiritual formation at the Deeper Young Adult Conference, Friday, February 7 through Sunday, February 9. Register here, and find out more about the event in this podcast with Rampage broadcaster Caleb Honaker and BU Campus Pastor Mason West.