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Katie Brown is a sophomore majoring in English at Houston Baptist University. She hopes to become a novelist after school. She is the managing and opinion editors for The Collegian. Follow Katie on Twitter: @ktee189

Chick-fil-A coming in fall

By Katie Brown Editor in chief  Next semester, students will not have to travel far to get the original chicken sandwich and waffle fries. University officials announced today that by…

Current Conversations: Sci-fi series celebrates 50 years

Current Conversations: Sci-fi series celebrates 50 years

By Katie Brown Editor in chief I looked skeptically at the DVD box with the words “Doctor Who” emblazoned across the front. The reason for the mad craze surrounding the…

Timberlake seeks perfect experience

Timberlake seeks perfect experience

After a seven-year hiatus, the world has been granted a second superb, though long-winded album from renowned pop artist Justin Timberlake. From ‘N Sync heartthrob to the solo artist piloting…

Current Conversations: New pope provides new hope

By Katie Brown Editor in chief Replacing Pope Benedict XVI will likely begin a new and improved era for the Catholic Church, which has been plagued with lawsuits regarding clergy…

Students confess via social media

The “HBU Confessions” Facebook page gathered over 800 “likes” in a mere week after its conception Feb. 8. An overnight sensation, the page became a popular discussion topic among…

If the unthinkable happens

If the unthinkable happens

With gun violence occurring on almost a weekly basis and college shootings happening as close as Lone Star College North campus, University students must become aware of what to do…

Current Conversations: Texting bill should pass

Current Conversations: Texting bill should pass

Texas Representative Tom Craddick is again gathering support from the legislation for his bill to ban texting and driving in Texas. Craddick proposed the bill, which bans reading, writing or…

Current Conversations: Plan will not stop violence

President Barack Obama announced his proposal for cracking down on gun violence Jan. 16. His plan includes a ban on “assault weapons,” requiring full, criminal background checks on those purchasing…

“The Hobbit” offers homecoming feeling

“The Hobbit” offers homecoming feeling

After a 10 year hiatus, “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” welcomes viewers back to the world created by author J. R. R Tolkien, where evil makes its way back into…

Health violations facilitate rumors

Health violations facilitate rumors

When problems occur, students must remember to verify information before talking about the problem with classmates or friends instead of hastily accusing individuals without properly addressing concerns. …

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