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Harp-ing on history David Zimmermann Contributing Writer
ident Alayna Lowe said. Dr. James Thrasher ’80, senior fellow for vocational guidance and associate professor of biblical and religious studies and humanities, has lived in Grove City since his graduation from the College. “What’s neat in this town is you develop personal relationships with people that are there for you in difficult times, and you are there for them. There’s a devotion and commitment there. There’s a heart there. This is special stuff. That’s not the way it
Dr. Gillis J. Harp, chair of the history department, tackles the complex relationship between Protestantism and conservatism in American with his third book, “Protestants and American Conservatism: A Short History.” Although many historians have tackled this complicated relationship, Harp wrote his book differently. He wanted Harp to “look at the whole sweep of American history” from the colonial period to the present and see how the relationship between religion and politics has either changed or stayed the same over time. “Most historians haven’t taken the long view and haven’t stepped back and asked, ‘What about throughout American history? What about the colonial period? Are there continuities there? Or is there some development over time that we should recognize, explore and analyze?’” Harp said. Although Harp takes unconventional approach, he still credits past historians for their similar works: historians are “always building on each other.” His colleagues showered the book with praise. Professor of Biblical and Religious Studies and Humanities Dr. Paul Kemeny, who also serves as the interim dean of the Calderwood School, said, “It’s a fascinating read, and I think it’s relevant for today.” Dr. Gary Smith, emeritus professor and former chair of the history department, agreed. “I would strongly encourage people to read Dr. Harp’s thoughtful, penetrating study of how Protestants have viewed politics and participated in the political arena. By doing so, they will better understand many of the ways that Protestants have been more influenced by their culture and vested interests than by Scripture and Christian theology,” Smith said. Along with the historical questions, Harp also emphasized the importance of theological questions and how the lack of theology in American culture has affected the way evangelical Christians view political issues. “Unfortunately, a lot of American evangelicals don’t always think in a theological or a doctrinal way,” Harp said. “Have we reached that point because we haven’t thought through our political engagement in theological terms?” Harp continued, “Have we thought through questions
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Football players celebrate a 26-15 victory over Bethany, the team’s first victory over the Bison since 2012. The win kicked off Grove City’s conference slate, which continues with a tough road trip to Case Western tomorrow.
Wolverines top Bethany in evening thriller
James Sutherland Editor-in-Chief
Three-and-a-half quarters into Saturday’s grueling, bare-knuckle brawl with Bethany, the game looked to be slipping through Grove City’s fingers. Up just 17-15 and with three minutes left, the Wolverines stalled. Bethany had held them scoreless in the second half, while tallying nine points in the third quarter to pull back Grove City’s 17-6 halftime lead. Now Grove City had been held on downs and forced to punt, giving Bethany a potential game-winning drive with little time to respond. The Wolverines desperately needed to make big plays to turn the tide. And that is exactly what they did. First, junior punter Caleb Brake nailed a gorgeous coffin-corner kick deep into Bethany’s territory. Junior
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Students cheer the team during the white-out night game. Players and coaches both said the student section played a key role in driving the team to victory. safety Patrick Mark downed the ball on the Bisons’ oneyard-line, pinning Bethany on its goal line with no room
for error. The next play, Grove City’s defense held strong, forcing Bethany running back Rae-
kwon Wright into his own endzone for a safety: 19-15. FOOTBALL 10
Grove City is a top five town Paige Fay News Editor
Fiona Lacey Staff Writer
Grove City now sits in the national spotlight as one of the best places to live. In an article published last week in USA Today, 24/7 Wall Street ranked Grove City as the fifth best place to live in the country. The financial news and opinion website considered safety, economy and affordability amongst all boroughs, cities, towns and villages with at least 8,000 residents. The best cities were all within
commuting distance to large urban areas. Grove City was chosen as one of the most affordable places in the country. Goods and services cost about 80 percent the average prices elsewhere in the U.S. Grove City has 8,123 residents and a median income of $46, 792. Amongst Grove City residents, opinions on the ranking vary. “This is a really nice place to raise kids. I think the schools are relatively good. There a sense of community here. I like it,” Beans on Broad owner Wendy Best
said. “We came back here for family. When we had kids, then we stayed. But this was a great place to raise kids. Because it’s smaller schools, smaller communities. I think that’s what brought us back.” Best grew up in Grove City and notes that although the town has changed since then, the community is safe and supportive. She loves the loyalty and support her business receives from the community. “I love the small town feel and the efforts that are being put into making it a more charming place to live,” freshmen and Grove City res-