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Dr. Shrock announced as next provost

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On June 1, Associate Provost Dr. Joel Shrock will be shortening his long-held title to “provost.”“[It’s] very exciting,” said Shrock. “In fact, when President Pistole called and offered me the job, I probably sounded like an idiot because I thought he was going to talk more about the process. Instead, he offered me the job—I really was so excited.” As Shrock prepares to step into his new role, he has realized that many are unaware of the duties and responsibilities that come with … [Read more...]

Pres. Pistole receives Bicentennial Medal

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“I'm humbled,” said AU President John Pistole. “I’m honored to be part of this.”Recently, Pistole received IU McKinney School of Law’s Bicentennial Medal of “Distinguished and Distinctive Service.” The medal honored IU alumni who are viewed as “models for future students, faculty, alumni and organizations.”Upon graduating from AU in 1978, Pistole attended IU McKinney School of Law and graduated in the spring of 1981. Pistole remembers his experience fondly.“I learned new critical … [Read more...]

Madison County maintains ‘red’ status as students return to campus

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“It’s only been a few days and I have already seen students gathering in large, unmasked groups, as well as complaining about the COVID restrictions,” said senior spanish major Mckala Lindsey.On Jan. 13, AU students filed into their classrooms for the first day of spring semester; despite Madison County maintaining its COVID-19 “red” status, university leadership gave the green light for students to return to campus and resume in-person classes. According to IN.gov, each county in … [Read more...]

Raven Watch receives national recognition

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In the annual College Media Association awards, the Andersonian’s sports program, Raven Watch, was a finalist for “Best Video Sportscast.” In this national contest, AU was one of three finalists, standing alongside Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and California State University.In addition to this honor, Raven Watch was selected as a winner in the annual Indiana Collegiate Press Association (ICPA) awards program earlier this year. In the “Best Video” category, the show took first and second … [Read more...]

Classes to be virtual, policies to be implemented following Thanksgiving break

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In a video message sent to the student body on Oct. 23, President John Pistole announced the suspension of in-person classes following Thanksgiving break. “We will be residential after Thanksgiving,” said Pistole, “but with some significant modifications.”Gatherings will be limited to five people and will still have social distancing and mask requirements. Pistole explained that “grab-and-go” meals will still be available for students.Although classes and large gatherings will … [Read more...]

Esports team prepares for season without head coach

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Last week, the head coach of AU’s new esports program resigned, leaving many with questions as to how and when the team’s season would begin. Associate Professor of Mathematics Dr. Justin Lambright, the faculty advisor for the esports program, has been working with Athletic Director Marcie Taylor to fill this newly vacant position.“Right now we're in the process of hiring a new head coach,” said Lambright. “We've got a couple of leads.”In the meantime, Lambright is stepping up … [Read more...]