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Suicide jokes are outdated and dangerous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...]
Q & A: Daniel Gaines
By John Hulstine Daniel Gaines is the current Student Body Senate Chair for AU’s Student Government Association. He is a junior majoring in national security, political science, history and mathematics, and he is involved with two honors societies. Where are you from and why did you decide to come to AU? I was actually born and raised in Anderson, and I knew I had two choices of colleges when I got out of high school. I was almost dead-set on Indiana Wesleyan University, but my mom … [Read more...]
Students create unique communities within their dorms
By Elisha Deluhery Dorms are a weird thing to think about. A bunch of people on the verge of adulthood, all cramming together for the sake of community. That being said, AU has a rich tradition of dormhood on its campus. Throughout the ages, the dorms here at AU have begun to emit characteristics of their own. From the jock-esque nature of Smith Hall to the proverbial chillness of Dunn Hall, every dorm has its own unique traits and quirks. At the heart of these dorms lies … [Read more...]
Danie Adams steps in as new Campus Activities Board director
By John Hulstine Danie Adams is the new director of the Campus Activities Board at AU. She is filling a position previously held by Trent Palmer, whom she greatly respects. “I met Trent through becoming the new director of CAB,” she said. “He’s been essential to helping me learn the role of director.” The CAB office is vital in planning and organizing a wide variety of recreational events for college students to enjoy throughout the year. These events encourage the student body … [Read more...]