Dean of Students to leave AU for South Carolina
Dr. Chris Confer has held the position of dean of students at AU for more than four years. In April, he announced his decision to step away from AU and begin the next chapter of his life at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. At SWU, Confer will serve as vice president of student […]
Holcomb to speak at commencement
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb will be the commencement speaker for the graduating class of 2019 at the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 11, at 3 p.m. in Kardaztke Wellness Center. The address will be open to AU students, graduates and families. Holcomb praised the university and its values in anticipation of commencement in a press […]
President Trump speaks in Indianapolis at NRA forum
President Donald Trump delivered a speech to a stadium full of National Rifle Association members in Indianapolis on Friday, April 26. For three days, the NRA hosted its annual meetings and exhibits at Lucas Oil Stadium, where members could browse 15 acres of firearms and accessories. At 11 o’clock on Friday morning, the NRA’s Institute […]
Q & A with Trent Palmer
Trent Palmer is the current director of student engagement for the Department of Student Life, overseeing the campus activities board and the intramural program. He graduated with a degree in physical education and health from AU in 2006 and has worked with student life for 12 years, first as a resident director in Smith Hall. […]
Performance arts celebrated in Evening of Excellence
Evening of Excellence Awards 2019 Music Education: Carly Erst Music Business: Haley Jo Mack Music Theory: Jacob Cupps, Colby Dennis Music History: Jacob Cupps Composition: Bobbi Baranek Music Performance: Angela Shaver, Rachel Horning, Clare Lillig Musical Theatre: Juli Biagi, Conner Thompson Theatre: Pia Gossweiler Excellence in Overall Performance: Adrian Dominguez, Hannah Johnson, Hattie King Excellence […]
SGA plans summer redesign for Mocha Joe’s
When classes resume in the fall, students will return to find Mocha Joe’s sporting an entirely new look. This summer, the beloved campus coffee shop will undergo substantial remodeling. Partnering with the Business and Auxiliary Committee, SGA is overseeing this operation. SGA President Liam Crays spoke to the logistics of the remodeling process. “We are […]