Once upon a time, rock music wasn’t just a genre – it was a cultural force. Stadium-shaking guitars, anthemic choruses, and the rebellious spirit defined generations. But in today’s music landscape, it’s hip hop that has assumed that mantle. While rock may still sell in catalogs and on vinyl, hip hop dominates streaming, concert stages,…

By Sayed Mohamed Brian Shipman stood just outside the classroom door, greeting each student with a handshake and a joke on the first day of the semester. For many students at Drury University, it was their first real glimpse into the world of videography—and their first encounter with a professor who would change the way…

When most people think of college sports, they picture basketball courts or football fields. But for Cody Huff, the real competition was out on the water. The Drury University graduate, once a standout on the school’s fishing team, has now turned his college hobby into a full blown professional career. Cody grew up near Bull…

STOCKHOLM- Standing at the start of the 2024 world championship in swimrun, waiting for the signal to start the race, she did not know what the coming 75 kilometers had to offer. But the age of 44, Lorraine Axegard, a former swimmer, unexpectedly became a world champion. Swimrun is a sport that not many people…

Drury University athlete Brooklyn Acuff, is a member of the school’s tennis team in Springfield, Missouri. With more than ten years of experience in tennis, she has learned how to balance the demands of competition, academics, and everyday life. Acuff sat down with The Scoop to share valuable insight about how students, and athletes alike,…

Who doesn’t like a good scary movie during the Halloween season? The Scoop had the opportunity to chat with Dr. Ginney Norton, an assistant professor at Missouri State University, about some of her favorite female-led horror movies. As a self-identified enthusiast of feminist literary analysis, Dr. Norton had plenty to say on the role of…

Springfield, Missouri is known as the “Buckle of the Bible Belt.” It’s a reputation earned by seemingly having a church on nearly every corner. But what about faith-based establishments open Monday through Saturday, where Christian college students can hang out? Grant Studer, a junior at Missouri State University, sat down with The Scoop to talk…

The Drury University baseball team has had numerous star players throughout the years. These players paved the way for those who have come after them, establishing a winning tradition in the program. The Scoop recently sat down with the Panthers’ Head Baseball Coach, Scott Nasby. He is entering his 14th season as head coach and…

Being a college athlete at Drury University means having a busy schedule. Between classes, practices, and studying, it can be hard finding time to eat well. Although Springfield, MO has plenty of grocery store options, it can be tough to know where to go when you’re new to the area or just trying to stick…

Sports nutrition is arguably the most important thing for a high performing athlete.  Eating right, before exercising, is one of the most beneficial things you can do as an athlete as it provides your body with the correct fuel to be able to perform at your full potential  The Scoop recently spoke to Joe Loughnane,…