Recently, I have been trying to conquer everything in my life within the day. On top of school and work, each day I think through multiple topics in my head: my future job and career, future marriage, future loans that I'll be indebted to and more. I would like to think I can solve these serious topics to answer all of my unanswered questions by the time I get home at the end of the day. However, I find myself coming home exhausted from my own clouded mindset and honestly feel … [Read more...]
New complementary majors immerse students in multiple fields
In recent semesters, AU has added two new complementary majors to the program list. Students can now pair almost any major with a Christian spiritual formation or music complementary major. Complementary majors are smaller than full majors but larger than minors, are completed in addition to primary majors and can augment students' main fields of study. The complementary Christian spiritual formation major is an opportunity for students to think about how Christ transforms them, as well as … [Read more...]
Fall fun round-up: Indianapolis area events, places to visit
Fall has arrived, which means there are there are more than enough apple orchards, fall festivities and pumpkinfests to go around. Orchards in the Anderson and Indianapolis area include Tuttle Orchards, Apple Works Orchard, Anderson Orchard, Pleasant View Orchard, Apple of His Eye Orchard and many more. Tuttle Orchard has been around for almost 87 years now and has a 50-year history of winning Indiana State Fair ribbons. Several varieties of apples can be picked each fall, including Early … [Read more...]
National security major benefits from Pistole’s expertise
AU’s national security studies program is not only new, but one of few integrative undergraduate security studies majors in the country. The difference for students studying the major at AU is the incorporation of Christian ethics as the base in preparing for a career of public service. The students also have the privilege to learn from President John Pistole, former head of TSA and FBI deputy director. The curriculum is intentionally interdisciplinary, with courses in political science, … [Read more...]
AU website adjusts to ADA accessibility laws
Based on new guidelines provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), AU has recently been adapting its audio, video and written web content to become accessible for those who are hearing or vision-impaired. “It has never been our intent for content to be out of reach for anyone. Each time we learn how to do better, we adjust to do so,” says Murray. “[Anderson.edu] will not need to be redesigned or recreated in order to meet these needs.” As of July 2017, the U.S. Department of … [Read more...]
Arts events to take the gallery, Byrum Stage this fall semester
The fall semester is underway, which means there there will soon be many arts, theatre and music events meant to entertain all of campus. AU employs faculty who love to teach, inspire and guide our students during chapel convocations. Chapel this semester includes speakers such as Assistant Professor of Christian Ministries Rev. Dr. Todd Faulkner. He will speak at the School of Theology and Christian Ministry in Miller Chapel on Aug. 31, at 11 a.m. Other chapel speakers include Rev. Dr. Mike … [Read more...]