Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913

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The Center for Global Exploration located in the upper level of the Union.
Faculty-led study abroad programs are on the rise
Hannah Kevitt and Steven Huynh in costume as Claire and Oliver respectively for “Maybe Happy Ending.”
BW Music Theatre alum Steven Huynh debuts in one of Broadway’s newest hit musicals
Protestors from Mobilize the Vote NEO gather in front of Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno’s office in downtown Cleveland.
Concerned citizens demand accountability from Ohio Senator
Red cards located at the OneStop desk in Bonds.
University officials respond to the rescindment of a policy previously barring immigration enforcement from university campuses
Strosacker Hall, home of BW Pride Hive and Student Life Services.
LGBTQ+ services coordinator denied course release for 2025-26 school year
The Center for Global Exploration located in the upper level of the Union.
Faculty-led study abroad programs are on the rise
Red cards located at the OneStop desk in Bonds.
University officials respond to the rescindment of a policy previously barring immigration enforcement from university campuses
Strosacker Hall, home of BW Pride Hive and Student Life Services.
LGBTQ+ services coordinator denied course release for 2025-26 school year
Student body president, Leah Kania, and vice president, Aniya Qualls.
Student body president and vice president seek to “propel BW forward” as the new academic year approaches
Copies of “The Mill” found in Marting Hall from the past three years.
The Mill’ continues long lasting university tradition
Hannah Kevitt and Steven Huynh in costume as Claire and Oliver respectively for “Maybe Happy Ending.”
BW Music Theatre alum Steven Huynh debuts in one of Broadway’s newest hit musicals
Camille Brooks (left) and Shelby Griswold (right) backstage at Playhouse Square in their ensemble costumes.
BWMT alumni shine at Playhouse Square in ‘& Juliet’ national tour
Anthony Kendall repping #40 on the field playing for the Tennessee Titans.
University alum Anthony Kendall signs with Cleveland Browns
A photo of psychology professor David Disabato.
Professor conducts research in mental health of Northeast Ohio citizens
Brooke Balamenti holds up her new book "Under the Same Stars."
Returning to Stodgekins: university alumna publishes sequel to her book ‘The Mind Field’
Sandstone sign welcoming visitors to Berea.
Berea plans to sell land to Cleveland Browns for community development
Local Berea café, Café Ah-Roma, hosted U.S. House of Representatives candidate on April 13.
U.S. House candidate holds meet and greet at Café Ah-Roma
Photo rendering of the treehouse, consisting of one main platform and two seperate tree platforms accessible through bridges.
Treehouse project underway at Coe Lake
Berea Midpark High School will be impacted by the recent change.
Proposal passes to change number of divisions for high school sports
Reporter's Notebook: Berea City Council
Reporter’s Notebook: Feb. 20 Berea City Council
Incumbent Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael O'Malley has held his position since 2017.
Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Democratic bid resurfaces questions over Tamir Rice case
Left to right: U.S. Senate candidates, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, Bernie Moreno and Ohio Senator Matt Dolan debate at Fox 8 Studios.
Republican U.S. Senate candidates speak against college campuses in primary debate
BW community and local drag queens react to spate of anti-drag efforts
Sustainability Summit participants share thoughts on University’s sustainability efforts
Regal theater in North Olmsted the latest in rash of local, nationwide closures
Protestors from Mobilize the Vote NEO gather in front of Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno’s office in downtown Cleveland.
Concerned citizens demand accountability from Ohio Senator
Student body president, Leah Kania, and vice president, Aniya Qualls.
Student body president and vice president seek to “propel BW forward” as the new academic year approaches
A phone showing a screen that many users saw when opening the app on January 19.
TikTok receives 75-day extension as pressure to divest grows
A map of the results from the 2024 Presidential Election.
Students, faculty react to election results
The election watch party flyer.
Election watch party sparks civic discourse
Hannah Kevitt and Steven Huynh in costume as Claire and Oliver respectively for “Maybe Happy Ending.”
BW Music Theatre alum Steven Huynh debuts in one of Broadway’s newest hit musicals
A still from the film "The Sound of Music."
Ten movies to make your home feel like spring
Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Andrew Burnap as Jonathan in Disney's "Snow White."
Review: ‘Snow White’ is NOT the fairest film of them all
(left to right) Jack Black, Jason Momoa and Sebastian Hansen in "A Minecraft Movie."
Review: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ is a fun-filled flop
Copies of “The Mill” found in Marting Hall from the past three years.
‘The Mill’ continues its longstanding legacy this April with exciting release party
BW men's lacrosse team huddles together before a game.
From East to West, diverse men’s lacrosse roster fuels team culture and success
The Yellow Jackets celebrate together after winning the OAC Championship, exemplifying the team’s purpose statement: “Whatever it takes for each other.”
‘We’re not satisfied’: Women’s basketball has record-breaking season, but the job is not finished
Anthony Kendall repping #40 on the field playing for the Tennessee Titans.
University alum Anthony Kendall signs with Cleveland Browns
Brian Rector and Will Horvath standing outside of the BW tennis courts.
Future of BW men’s tennis team looks promising as recruiting success continues
During the end of one of their last timeouts, the team huddled together to discuss strategy.
Women’s basektball pushes to third round of NCAA playoffs
Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913

The Exponent
Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913

The Exponent
Meredith McCord

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor

Meredith McCord is the Executive Print Editor for The Exponent. She is a senior at Baldwin Wallace University majoring in English and minoring in Convergent Journalism and Media Production. Outside of The Exponent, Meredith enjoys reading, painting, and spending time with her friends.

All content by Meredith McCord
Graduates celebrated at 2024’s Lavender Graduation ceremony.

The seventh annual Lavender Graduation Ceremony seeks to celebrate LGBTQ+ students and promote ‘queer joy’

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
April 27, 2025
Red cards located at the OneStop desk in Bonds.

University officials respond to the rescindment of a policy previously barring immigration enforcement from university campuses

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
April 27, 2025
Student body president, Leah Kania, and vice president, Aniya Qualls.

Student body president and vice president seek to “propel BW forward” as the new academic year approaches

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
March 31, 2025
A phone showing a screen that many users saw when opening the app on January 19.

TikTok receives 75-day extension as pressure to divest grows

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
February 10, 2025
The Exponent's 2024 Year in Review graphic.

The Exponent’s Year in Review

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
December 8, 2024
Members of The Exponent’s senior staff at the fall involvement fair, pictured from left to right: Junior Bailey Croft, Senior Ryan Acevedo, Sophomore Maria Vurbic and Junior Elise Coble.

Editor’s note: We’re back

Meredith McCord and Ella York
October 21, 2024
Kohler Hall, one of BW's residence halls that is no longer in use.

Ten programs cut, 49 faculty members depart amid university-wide changes

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
October 21, 2024
Bonds Hall is where President Bob Helmer's office is located.

Board of Trustees to compile list of proposed program cuts by September

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
April 30, 2024
TikTok is currently facing the potential for a heavy regulatory hurdle.

Tiktok ban moves to Senate after landslide House vote

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
April 9, 2024
Asian Student Alliance hosts campus’ first Lunar New Year celebration

Asian Student Alliance hosts campus’ first Lunar New Year celebration

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
February 11, 2024
The Exponent's 2023 wrap-up

The Exponent’s 2023 wrap-up

Ella York, Emma Lambert, Kayla Muro, Konner Hines, Meredith McCord, Ryan Acevedo, Sage Mullins, and Simon Skoutas
January 3, 2024
Part of an article published by the Cleveland Press on Oct. 23, 1972, detailing how BW rejected the proposition to form a union.

History of BW: 1972 unionization efforts

Meredith McCord and Hailey Devney
December 15, 2023
Center for Global Exploration

Study abroad programs still offered in spite of budget deficit

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
November 10, 2023

Pride at BW increases visibility of students, faculty in LGBTQ+ community

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
October 21, 2023

Churches on Seminary Street increase engagement efforts with students on campus

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
October 6, 2023
A tree fallen on Seminary Street after a heavy storm hits Berea.

Student concern grows after severe weather events on campus

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
September 26, 2023

University bumps up use of multifactor authentication to protect against hackers

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
May 5, 2023

BW Earth Week organizers spread word on social media

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
April 9, 2023

U.S. lawmakers debate TikTok ban as privacy concerns threaten popular app

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
April 4, 2023

Social media helps BW athletics teams reach wider audience

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
March 15, 2023

On-campus groups find success through social media

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
February 20, 2023

Sustainability committee returns under new name

Meredith McCord , Executive Print Editor
November 15, 2022

Despite recent strides, sustainability efforts ‘nowhere near where we need to be,’ co-director says

Meredith McCord, Executive Print Editor
October 12, 2022
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Informing the Berea and Baldwin Wallace University Communities Since 1913
Meredith McCord