by: Katie Schweigardt Leaving for college is the first time most young adults are on their own without guidance or help from their parents. A big change for many of these students is dorm life. This is usually the first time they have to share a room, bathroom and other communal spaces. First-time experiences usually lead to conflicts and growing pains. “The most difficult part is making sure that people uphold the community standard while keeping community spaces clean an

Photo provided courtesy of Hannah Bailey By: BrentLee Threlkeld College friendships can look different by the time students reach the end of their college careers. For some students, friendships begin with the people they meet in their residence halls, classes or extracurricular activities. For others, friendships develop gradually as they become more comfortable meeting new people and deciding which relationships they want to maintain. Hannah Bailey, a senior chemistry major

On the corner of Speed Avenue and Norris Place sits Sunergos Coffee. This coffee shop was established in 2003 and is a local favorite with a few different locations. The one specifically located on this corner in Deer Park is special due to its proximity to Bellarmine's campus. Sunergos is approximately an eight-minute walk from Bellarmine’s campus, making it a perfect coffee shop for students and faculty to go to during busy and long days. Students are able to easily access

By: Mason Sedelmeier The importance of mental health in young adults cannot be overstated. A 2026 survey conducted by YouGov found that nearly 70% of college students reported experiencing a mental health concern within the past year, with anxiety, stress, depression and ADD/ADHD ranking among the most common issues. Mental health issues are prevalent in college students, and many struggle to recognize it. Bellarmine students will have the opportunity to learn more about men

By Rèmani Fogle Oct. 1st, 2026 With applications due October 15th, students can experience the music and culture of Poland and the Czech Republic. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — For Bellarmine students who are looking for upcoming spring break plans, the music department has them covered. For one week students, whether they are majoring in music or not, can experience both Poland and the Czech Republic with the Bellarmine Oratorios Society chorus. Every other year during spring break, the

By: Avery Kleier (Photo taken by Avery Kleier) For senior Brooke Meyer, college isn’t just a matter of attending class. “As a full-time student working on my undergrad of my masters, I’m also working a full-time job, so it is very challenging to have a balance of my personal life, work life, and student life. Therefore, it is very easy for me to experience burnout, especially when it comes to deadlines hitting, and other personal events happening in my life,” Meyer said.

By Niki Kollaritsch October 1, 2026 Bellarmine Graduates prepare to take the next step beyond college and into their careers. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Graduation may mark the end of college, but for Bellarmine University students, preparing for what comes next should begin long before they graduate. As students work toward their degrees, professors and career professionals say gaining experience, building connections and preparing early can make the transition from college to the wo

By Ella Gordon Stroll, Don’t Scroll at The Louisville Nature Center Stepping away from screens and detaching yourself from campus life can be a real challenge, but the Louisville Nature Center provides a free escape to the great outdoors. The Louisville Nature Center is a non-profit organization offering free access to hiking trails, educational programs and various gardens. Located only an 8-minute drive from campus, it makes for a great place to unwind from the stresses of

By: BrentLee Threlkeld Athletes are expected to show up for their teams, even when they may be struggling themselves. Balancing academics, practices, games, leadership responsibilities and relationships can add pressure to athletes already trying to meet expectations from coaches, teammates, family and themselves. “You want to be there for your teammates even if you can’t be there for yourself,” senior softball catcher Nicole Waters said. Even as conversations about mental he

Injuries are inevitable when it comes to playing sports. From a muscle strain to a season-ending injury, all bring physical and mental hardships. Head athletic trainer and associate athletic director for students’ health and wellness Brad Bluestone said the biggest mental challenge is “the fear of going back to activity and being ready.” “There’s always that block that they get when they have physically tested out right, but on the mental side getting over the initial injur

Class. Homework. Sleep. Repeat. This is the cycle that college students get caught up in, especially in their first year. Because students may feel over whelmed by classes and a heavier schoolwork load, they often neglect their personal life for academic success. However, students can have academic success while having a flourishing personal life. “In order to enjoy school to the fullest, we have to have other things we enjoy outside of it too,” assistant professor of psycho

By Rèmani Fogle Bellarmine student, Mina Lin, likes to do her work outside of campus. LOUISVILLE, Ky. —Do you have a pile of assignments to study for, but you’re tired of sitting in the same building day after day? The need to study for assignments is constant, but that does not mean that the scenery must be. For students in need of a change, there are a variety of easy-to-access places off of Bellarmine’s campus that students have said are to be great for studying. Joe Creas

By: Avery Kleier For most Bellarmine students, the start of their day begins in their dorm rooms just steps away from their classes. Yet for the hundreds of Knights who commute to campus every weekday, their mornings look different. Their days start in the early morning traffic along Newburg Road, and then they fight for a good parking spot on campus. Living off campus requires mastering the ultimate commuters' survival kit. Traveling back and forth means carrying their whol

By: Mason Sedelmeier For college students, choosing a major can be one of the biggest decisions they make during their educational careers. Whether a student is unsure of their path, considering a change or looking to add a minor, Bellarmine’s Major Day gives students an opportunity to explore a wide variety of options. The event will take place Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to noon in the Quad. If there is rain, it will take place in Frazier Hall. Major Day is designed to help stude

By Niki Kollaritsch September 8, 2026 A Bellarmine student attends a class. Financial aid and scholarships can help students manage the cost of earning a college degree. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — For students at Bellarmine University, the cost of earning a college degree can add up quickly. Tuition, housing, meal plans and other expenses can push the listed cost of attendance above $60,000 a year before financial aid. For the 2026–27 academic year, Bellarmine undergraduate tuition is

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By Rèmani Fogle Bellarmine transfer, Avery Willes, learns how he can find transfer student support from graduate assistant Layah Hodges. LOUISVILLE, Ky. —With 104 undergraduate transfer students this semester, the highest number since 2009, and 245 transfer students total, Bellarmine created a set of resources to assist these students as they transition to a new university environment. “Our average number of new fall transfers over the prior five years is 83, so it is defin

Food is a critical part of campus life. Food is where people gather to eat, hang out, and study on a college campus. Bellarmine’s three main food spots on campus are the University Dining Hall (UDH), Palio, and Cafe Ogle. From last year to this year, Bellarmine’s dining services have made changes because of student demand for them. “At that time we just heard a lot of complaints about people not liking having to go all the way to UDH in the morning and that they would just p

New and exciting beginnings are taking place at the start of the 2026-27 school year for Bellarmine Athletics. Effective July 1, the Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) underwent a series of structural changes. The ASUN and what was formerly known as the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) – now the United Athletic Conference (UAC) – formed an alliance that will share operations but remain two separate conferences. Devon Montgomery, assistant athletic director said, “The UAC and AS