By Connor Carr Since the 1940’s, Good’s Candy Shop has been gracing the Anderson area with delicious chocolates. In 1992 Randy Good took control of the business. Then in 2003, he created a brand-new facility on 53rd Street, which is now the main extension of the business. Many students from AU come every week to enjoy quality ice cream with quality friends. At this facility, Good’s makes virtually all of the chocolate, ice cream and fudge that they serve. When asked what makes … [Read more...]
It’s a winding road to recovery
By Aaron Hughey Getting better is not just a process—it is a journey. It is a thousand-piece puzzle that not even grandma can finish in a few days. Getting better takes a lifetime because we are constantly trying to become our best selves. That is the goal, right? To be the best version of ourselves. But what does it mean when we start going in circles? When we keep passing the same signs and avoiding the exits? What does it mean when we circumvent any and every … [Read more...]
Jesus would not stand for this
By Addison Lavelle The immigration crisis in America is reaching new and profound lows. I do not accept the narrative that immigrants are a detriment to the American dream when, in fact, immigrants are the very reason that the United States of America exists in the first place. I have listened to politicians discuss this topic with fiery rhetoric over the past four years and have shaken my head in disgust at the increasingly radical position taken by the far right on how we should … [Read more...]
Trump’s presidency is legitimate
By Chris Luhring Upon exiting the Constitutional Convention on Sept. 17, 1776, Benjamin Franklin was asked by passersby what government the framers had devised for the United States. He replied, A republic, if you can keep it.” I have frankly just passed off the House of Representatives’ impeachment inquiry as just another depressing chapter in the partisan warfare between an unorthodox President and an often-vindictive majority House of Representatives. However, it has become clear … [Read more...]
Falls School of Business welcomes interim dean Michael Collette
By John Hulstine Professor of Management Dr. Michael E. Collette stepped in as the interim dean of the Falls School of Business when his predecessor, Terry Truitt, was chosen to become the executive director of the Flagship Enterprise. Collette wishes Truitt the best of luck in his new position. “I think Terry will be facing some new and exciting challenges, and he will definitely be missed by the faculty here,” he said. In addition to working as the interim dean, Collette … [Read more...]
President Pistole welcomes alumni and families to campus for Homecoming
By John S. Pistole We’re excited to welcome alumni and friends back to campus for Homecoming this year, with lots of activities, recognitions and fun events. As I think about the significance of Homecoming, I think of the opportunities our outstanding faculty, staff and coaches provide for alumni to reconnect with “old” friends and mentors, whether classmates, teammates or soulmates. So much of what we do at AU is about building and maintaining relationships, with God, with one … [Read more...]
Suicide jokes are outdated and dangerous
By Mckala Lindsey Despite what many college students think, “I want to kill myself” is not an acceptable alternative to, “I am stressed about this paper,” or, “I am upset that I failed that exam.” I know that we all use these suicide-related phrases to express our disgruntlement. Don’t act like we don’t. I hear an abundance of them every day as I walk through the Valley or when I’m doing homework in Mocha Joe’s. Unfortunately, they have become the new norm, and when people say them, … [Read more...]
Music just isn’t what it used to be
By Claire Mountcastle Beethoven, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, Frank Sinatra, Celine Dion: you probably have never heard of any of these people or groups. These names are some of the best things to ever happen to music. I know what you might be thinking; they probably suck. You didn’t even mention Beyoncé or Taylor Swift. Exactly. Need I say more? Most of the songs out there today are either wildly inappropriate or lack the depth and originality created by past artists. … [Read more...]
‘Tennessee Playboy’ makes collegiate debut at AU
By Mackenzie Currie In the past couple of months, many of us have been going about classes and wondering what to do with friends later. However, coming September 27 is something you and your friends will be dying to see. Everyone should go and see a play called “Tennessee Playboy” put on by the School of Music, Theatre and Dance. If you do not have the time to see it the 27 through the 29, you should watch it the following weekend on October 4 through 6. If you go that week, there … [Read more...]
Campus comes together for suicide prevention
By Gillian Lintz Phrases such as “You are not alone,” “You are hope,” and even the lyrics from Hannah Montana’s song, “Nobody’s Perfect” can be seen all across campus, covering the sidewalks in colorful chalk. In honor of National Suicide Prevention Month, AU’s campus organization “To Write Love on Her Arms” has been especially active. With weekly hangouts and discussions and a variety of uplifting activities, TWLOHA is continuing to bring light to difficult subjects while creating … [Read more...]