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From Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Guide for Navigating College Stress

By Briercrest Staff

Discover how to navigate the ups and downs of college life in this comprehensive guide. Learn practical strategies to manage stress, balance your workload, and prioritize self-care.

Editor's Picks

Tips for Mastering the First Anxious Weeks of College

By Briercrest Staff

The first week at Briercrest can be challenging and adventurous, as Eliana Beglaw explores in this insightful article. Learn from her valuable firsthand experiences and discover helpful tips for a less stressful first few weeks.

5 Secrets to a Stellar Start at Briercrest

By Briercrest Staff

Maximize your college experience with these five secrets to a stellar start at Briercrest! From making connections to setting goals, this guide will help you make the most of your early weeks on campus.

Semester-Long Success from Day One

By Nathaniel Tooke

Recommendations from the ARC on how to make your year successful.

Am I a Bad Christian Because I Deal with Anxiety or Depression?

By Sari Faith

Sari Faith, former Director of Counselling and Health Services at Briercrest, dismantles lies about mental illness in this special Bell Let's Talk Day post.

5 Key Time Management Principles for Christian Students

By Erin Gordon

As followers of Jesus, our time is not our own. So how can Christian students make the most of their God-given time? Read on for 5 key principles from the Director of Student Success at Briercrest College!

Dr. Wes Olmstead helping a college student

Strategies for Success as a Mature Student at Briercrest College

By Crystal Garrett

Coming to Briercrest this fall as a mature student? Here are some valuable strategies and practical advice for success. Learn how to make the most of returning to college later in life.

Podcasts

Let Us Talk Theology Vol 4

College Chaplain Jason Wendel and Professor Joel Houston host a live webinar to cap off their conversation about predestination and atonement.

Sell Everything For This Treasure

College Chaplain Jason Wendel and Matt Blackaby look at Matthew 13 and discuss how the Kingdom of Heaven is worth more than everything we have.

The Cost of Discipleship

Briercrest College chaplain Jason Wendel and Matt Blackaby discuss the radical call to discipleship in Luke 14.

Your Will Be Done

Jason and Matt take a look at Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane and what it means for Jesus to pray that not His will, but the Father's be done.

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Gift of the Grotesque

By Daniel Stulac

Dr. Daniel Stulac dives into the book of Judges and explains why it's such an important read. Despite its graphic portrayal, the book offers readers a unique look at the darker side of humanity and how God handles it.

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Featured Staff Alumni: Stephen Bramer

By Briercrest Staff

This month, we are proud to feature Stephen Bramer as staff alumni from Briercrest College and Seminary.

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In the Pursuit of History: A Conversation with Dr. Joy Demoskoff

By Briercrest Staff

Discover why Dr. Joy Demoskoff chose Briercrest, how it has enriched her career in the field of history, and her views on living in a small town.

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Faith on the Court: How One Coach Uses Sports to Grow Disciples

By Briercrest Staff

Learn how Nolan Weinmaster uses sports to grow disciples of Jesus in this community environment that provides the perfect opportunity for students to explore their faith on and off the court!

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Dale and Patti Bergren in Guatemala 2019

Alumni Feature: Dale and Patti Bergren

By Briercrest Staff

Dale and Patti Bergren are this year's Alumni of the Year, recognized for their incredible faith and service.

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Applying the Briercrest Mission to Sports Education

By Briercrest Staff

Lori Peters talks about how Christian education provides athletes with unique and invaluable opportunities to succeed on and off the court and in the future.

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Experiencing Spiritual Growth Through Outdoor Adventure

By Briercrest Staff

Steven Lofting's journey as a Kaleo student started with his family's legacy of camp ministry. He is now a Briercrest student and employee.

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Where Faith and Learning Meet

By Briercrest Staff

Ali McMaster's Briercrest story highlights the importance of Christian higher education in helping young adults stay connected to faith and the Church.

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Roy and Adelina Martens with boys from the boarding school they managed.

Alumni Feature: Roy and Adelina Martens

By Briercrest Staff

Even from a young age, God designs circumstances to direct people toward His purpose. Roy and Adelina Martens were in their teens when the Lord spoke to them about serving Him in India.

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Transformative Education: Ellery Pullman's Briercrest Journey

By Briercrest Staff

With 43 years of dedicated service to Briercrest, Dr. Ellery Pullman has seen firsthand the transformative power of the education at Briercrest.

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