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The Student Media of Piedmont University

The Roar

Though she transferred in the middle of the season Ava Hunter found a new home on the court at Piedmont where she rekindled her love for basketball. (Karl Moore)
Hoops, Hope and a Fresh Start
Alexis Baumgardner, Social Media Manager • April 3, 2025

Ava Hunter has always loved basketball. For her, basketball has always been more than just a sport. It’s a connection to family, a lifelong...

What The Mont? is a weekly podcast about Piedmont news and sports ... by students and for students.
Demorest Police at the four way intersection besides the tennis courts.
April Fools: Campo Receives Citation from Demorest Police
Michelle Cates, Staff Writer • April 1, 2025

Early Sunday morning while doing his rounds around campus, Chief Andrews received the surprise of a lifetime: a ticket.  “I...

Caylin Anderson's grandmother (right) before she passed away.
Empty Chairs and Silent Stories: Embracing the Grief of Losing My Grandmother
Caylin Anderson, News Editor • March 31, 2025

When I was 12, I spent my days sitting on a rotting couch, playing on my 3DS. My grandmother would sit beside me and watch the televangelists...

Grant Prather doing schoolwork outside for a homeschool co-op.
Breaking Your Bubble
Grant Prather, Features Editor • March 27, 2025

I’m 20 years old and have never spent a single minute in a public school classroom. When my older sister was in 3rd grade and I was about...

Mikey Madison after winning best actress for her role in "Anora." (Brian Truitt with USA TODAY)
Academy Awards Recap 
Tanisha Johnson, Staff Writer • March 25, 2025

It’s that time again, another rigged Academy Awards night. For those in favor of Wicked, I am so sorry for your multi-million dollar loss on...

Dr. Pleysier reading in his office.
Strict for Success: Dr. Pleysier’s Approach to Teaching
Grant Prather, Features Editor • March 27, 2025

When Piedmont students walk through the hallways of the third floor of Daniel Hall, they can sometimes hear a smack coming from a corner classroom.  The...

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Easter baskets are fully customizable, allowing you to create a personalized collection of treats and goodies for every age.
What’s in the Basket?
Alexis Baumgardner, Social Media Manager • March 25, 2025

Easter baskets are fully customizable, allowing you to create a personalized collection of treats and goodies for every age. // Alexis Baumgardner  As...