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AU to implement randomized COVID-19 testing

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In a video message to the student body on Sept. 19, Dr. Sarah Neal, lead of AU’s COVID-19 Task Force, announced the introduction of voluntary randomized COVID-19 testing for AU’s campus. “We need to keep testing,” said Neal. “That’s because about 40-45% of all cases are asymptomatic, meaning people have absolutely no symptoms whatsoever. They’re carrying the virus, and they’re sharing it with their friends, even though they don’t mean to.” Due to the significant number COVID-19 cases being … [Read more...]

Leadership relaxes certain housing restrictions

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With the first two weeks of fall semester in the rearview mirror, administration has made the decision to eliminate several COVID-19-related housing guidelines and rules.  Dillon Lockwood, Resident Director of on-campus apartments, explained in an email to students that these changes made were “based on hallway traffic, quarantine usage, location of bathrooms and style of living.” For apartments and suites—Fair Commons, South Campus Apartments and Myers Hall—some rules remain the … [Read more...]

Dr. Sowers to leave AU after 37 years

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Orchestra director, professor of music, choir director and church organist are just a few of the hats that Dr. Richard Sowers wears. However, at the end of this school year, he will be removing many of those hats for good.   Since 1984, Sowers has been teaching and conducting music at AU. But when the 2020-21 school year concludes, Sowers plans to close the book on his 37 years in the School of Music, Theatre and Dance. After wrapping up his time at AU, Sowers explained that he … [Read more...]

HCAC postpones all fall sports

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On Wednesday, August 26, in accordance with recommendations and risk assessments from the NCAA, the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) announced their decision to shut down all athletic competitions for the fall semester.  Previously, the low-contact sports of men’s and women’s tennis, cross country and golf were given the green light to compete, while high-contact sports, such as men’s and women’s soccer, volleyball and football, were postponed until the spring season. Now, … [Read more...]

Q&A: 2020 graduates

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Although they were not able to finish out their senior year as expected, AU’s class of 2020 did not leave campus without leaving a legacy. A handful of these 2020 graduates were asked to give their best advice for current college students. Their responses are below. Brice Thompson “There’s a cliché that says ‘college goes by fast, enjoy it while you can,’ and it's true. Make sure to take time to appreciate all the amazing moments because you never know when it might be cut … [Read more...]

New COVID-19 policies implemented on campus

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As students are returning for the fall semester, campus hardly looks or feels the same.  Although this semester will differ from previous semesters in many ways, Dean of Students Chris Luekenga assures students that the campus-wide procedures and policies are being introduced to ensure students’ health and safety.  “We understand that there will be inconveniences and that the campus experience will be different for the fall semester,” said Luekenga. “We also know that Ravens are … [Read more...]

AU to host ‘Black Lives Matter’ series

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As the national conversation surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement continues, several members of the AU community have called on the university to use its platform to take a stand. Among other AU affiliates, alumnus Alphonso Blackwell, class of 2020, has offered his input and shared his experiences to shed light on the racial discrimination faced on campus. “I have plenty of stories about my experiences of racism on AU’s campus,” said Blackwell, citing incidents of racial slurs used … [Read more...]