Student Publications Darda and TrevEchoes Celebrate Significant Milestones

In fall 2024, Trevecca celebrated monumental milestones for both of its primary campus publications: 100 years of Darda, the university's storied yearbook, and 80 years of TrevEchoes, the student-run newspaper that has documented the heartbeat of campus life. Together, these publications have chronicled Trevecca's rich history, preserving memories, traditions and the ongoing work God is doing in the lives of students.

Darda: 100 Years of Trevecca Spirit

The history of Darda, Trevecca's yearbook, is intertwined with the university's growth and transformation. Since its founding in 1924, Darda, which means "pearl of wisdom," has chronicled every facet of Trevecca life, from academic achievements to student traditions, athletics and campus events.

"What makes Darda so special is that for the past 100 years, the mission of the staff has remained the same," said Maddie Triplett, the 2024-2025 Darda editor-in-chief. "Our goal is to document the memories of Trevecca students in a way that brings us closer together and reminds us of our special home on campus.

"I love working with Darda because it's a way to capture the excitement and memories that make each year unique," she said. "Every year brings new faces, new traditions and new moments that are worth preserving. My hope for the future of Darda is that it continues to reflect the spirit of the Trevecca community and brings people together long after they leave campus."

Professor of religion Dr. Steven Hoskins offered more perspective on the significance of Trevecca's yearbook. "The 100th anniversary of Darda is a great time to reflect on how interesting and fun it is to take a 'long look' into our past." He recalled the foreword from the second edition of Darda in 1926, containing a poem from an unknown author:

Backward, turn backward, oh time in your flight;
Make me a Treveccan, happy and bright;
Show me the scenes I then held dear;
Show me the ones I long to be near.

TrevEchoes: 80 Years of Student Journalism

TrevEchoes began publishing in 1944 and for 80 years has been the voice of Trevecca's students on campus. Overseen by Trevecca's journalism program, the paper has provided students with hands-on experience in reporting, writing and editing. Through the years, TrevEchoes has earned more than 30 awards from the Tennessee Associated Press College Media Editors contest and produced several award-winning journalists.

"The TrevEchoes staff works to bring information to students and the community that can inform our debates, discussions and decisions," said associate professor of communication studies Jo Ellen Werking Weedman, who supervises the paper's production. "Good student journalism is an important part of honest and open conversations and debates on campus."

Both Darda and TrevEchoes have inspired generations of Trevecca students to reflect on their experiences and live out the values that define the Trevecca community.

Explore Trevecca's legacy by checking out the first editions of Darda (1924) and TrevEchoes (1944).