When you don't have a true community, you can end up feeling lost and alone. In college, this is all the more important as you start to create a life for yourself away from your family and your hometown. True community takes effort to form because it requires deep and intentional relationships. These relationships don't just spring up into your life; they have to be nurtured. The best relationships are those that challenge us and help us strive to become better, more loving and more kind … [Read more...]
Hurricanes are call for climate awareness
Our nation is facing both physical and emotional devastation as high category hurricanes ravage our coastlines. Hurricane Harvey and Irma, as well as Jose and Katia, have resulted in catastrophe in Texas, Florida and the Caribbean islands. Thousands of people are experiencing incredible loss due to these natural disasters. Homes, families and friends have been mercilessly stripped away, leaving those affected to adjust to an entirely new reality. At a college located squarely in the Midwest, … [Read more...]
“Welcome back!” from the staff
For many people, syllabus day means no pressure beyond simply showing up. That's not the case for the Andersonian staff, all of whom have been hard at work preparing this very paper for several weeks now. I'm beyond excited for another crazy year with another crazy staff as we dig deep for important news that matters to you, fellow students. Get ready, because before you know it, we'll be saying goodbye for another summer break... - Nikki Edrington, Editor in Chief College is such an … [Read more...]
Summer goodbyes from the staff
Well, another year gone. As always, it has been an honor to take part in this crazy journey of writing the news and putting the pages together with friends. For those of us on staff who are ditching AU (that's you, Megan and Ethan), I can't believe our time together has come to an end. Megan, thank you for all the times we paused work for family dinner and ended up talking about everything under the sun. That was always amazing. And, Ethan, thanks for all the times you've had me in tears from … [Read more...]
Call to administration: Alcohol policy
We know you’ve heard enough grumbling about the AU alcohol policy to last you a lifetime. Bear with us, however, because we at the Andersonian believe that this issue warrants one last call to action—specifically, a call to the administration. While some students might be under the impression that the current policy exists only to pacify Church of God patrons and donors, such is not the case. According to the University higher-ups, the heart behind the alcohol stringency is to lessen the … [Read more...]
Running from the silence, escaping reality
Everywhere we turn, there is something making noise. Silence, it seems, is dead. Not even when we are alone in our rooms can we escape the noise of 2017. From heating and air conditioning vents to refrigerators, from the whirring of a computer to the dull roar of a comedy on Netflix, it becomes clear: we are incapable of sitting in silence. Silence, though, is just what we need. We need to silence the man-made noise of life in order to reconnect with our humanity. When we are constantly … [Read more...]
The Millenial concept is often inaccurate
Each generation is influenced by certain characteristics and broad swaths painted to generalize. And each time a generation comes of age into the world, the older generations set themselves apart by criticizing and nitpicking the characteristics of the new one. This is currently happening for the Millennial generation. We’ve read countless articles about the Millennial generation, mainly from the perspective of older generations. Generalizing entire groups can be enticing, as it can make a … [Read more...]
The importance of student government
Every election matters—even the ones on small Christian campuses like AU. That's why, when voting ensues tomorrow after chapel, it is vital for students to take part in the election process. Although it seems insignificant, involvement in student government can bring great change to campus. Voting in the general election is one of several steps that students can take to be involved in SGA. Beyond voting for the duo that will lead our student body in the 2017-18 school year, students can run … [Read more...]
Black History Month
February is the month that we celebrate Black History. We learn about important Black historical figures, attend events to celebrate black culture, and place an emphasis on Black cultural history in America. However, do we all participate? Do we give the celebration of Black history the credence that it deserves? The answer is, sadly, we do not. Because mainstream America still claims that it “does not see color.” But we’ve got that all wrong; we need to see color in order to appreciate it. We … [Read more...]
Dr. Frank tackles “fake news” through new class projects
This article was written by Andersonian staff member Hannah Ader. Dr. Michael Frank is a professor of political science who teaches American Government and research methods courses. His teaching methods allow students to grasp a larger concept and prepare themselves for what the world has to offer. Dr. Frank has created projects over the years that embody real life application and understanding. This semester he switched up his idea, adding more depth and allowing students to deal with … [Read more...]