Although the spring semester is rapidly coming to a close, Anderson University will be far from silent and empty when classes officially end on May 5. In fact, for many people on campus, the end of the semester means preparing to welcome visitors for multiple conferences and camps that will take place at AU during the summer months. Mitchell Stacy, a junior psychology major, is excited to begin his second summer in a row as an RCA, or Resident Conference Assistant. “I love getting to see how … [Read more...]
AUPD officers: A look inside their career, training and dedication
Early on a Thursday morning in an otherwise-empty Rice Hall, Anderson University Police Department officers point plastic guns at a projector screen and caution the on-screen actors to calm down and lower their weapons. The characters react according to the shouted orders and advance on the officers from all angles—sometimes hoisting an aimed gun. The simulation is just one of the many training sessions that the officers go through each year to prepare for potentially dangerous situations. “I … [Read more...]
Q & A with Dr. Dan Ippolito
Dr. Dan Ippolito has been at AU for 28 years as a professor of biology. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from Yale University and his PhD in zoology from the University of Texas. In the summer, Ippolito teaches aquatic ecology at the Au Sable Institute in Michigan. Ippolito is passionate about aquatic ecology and the integration of faith and science. Q: What sparked your passion for science? A: I have always really liked animals. Not so much as pets, but I really like … [Read more...]
Tammy Stewart
Tammy Stewart, administrative assistant for AU’s Kissinger Learning Center, enjoys motorcycle riding in her spare time. Tammy Stewart transcript … [Read more...]
AUFS employees reflect on friendships with students
For most AU students, stopping by the Haven, Create or the Marketplace for a snack or a meal is an essential part of their daily routine. Many students have come to recognize the familiar faces that work dutifully to prepare and serve them food, clean up the dining areas and swipe their ID cards at the register. Some have even built friendships with those who work for food services and look forward to uplifting conversation with them when they purchase their meals. However, how does working for … [Read more...]
Q & A with Dr. Jason Varner
Dr. Jason Varner is a professor in the School of Theology and Christian Ministry. Dr. Varner spent his undergraduate years at AU and has served as an admissions counselor and RD of Dunn Hall on campus. He recently received his PhD from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. Q: What were some of your most memorable experiences at AU as an undergrad? A: I love student activities here. I love residence life; I was an RA for two years. I was a history major to begin with. I really … [Read more...]
Compose: The Storyteller’s Guild creative writing club begins
An abandoned mansion, an enchanted forest and a bridge suspended high above a dark, dangerous chasm were just some of the images alive in Decker Hall last Tuesday night. Although the students typed in peaceful silence, their minds were buzzing with plots both fantastic and heart-wrenching. After all, Compose: The Storyteller’s Guild was formed to give imaginative ideas like these a home with a community of like-minded writers. The idea for a creative writing club has been on the minds of junior … [Read more...]
Q & A with Dr. Joel Shrock
Dr. Joel Shrock is associate provost, Dean of the School of Humanities and Behavioral Science, and a history professor at AU. He is the published author of “The Gilded Age: American Popular Culture through History,” as well as various journal articles on topics such as violence in youth fiction and the Vietnam Antiwar Movement. He has served at AU since 2005. Q: What aspect of history do you find most fascinating to research or to teach? A: I have a lot of teaching interests, but I … [Read more...]
“Home” senior gallery brings Korean culture to AU
Korean language and culture is the focus of visual communication design major Heajin Bae’s senior exhibition in the Wilson Gallery. The exhibition, titled “Home,” is a collection of artwork that Bae hopes will help educate gallery viewers on her Korean heritage in a visual format. “My art process was to begin with defining the problem that I had in my college life,” said Bae. “I had a lot of friends who are interested in Korean culture and language, but there are not a lot of resources or … [Read more...]
Tri-S travels begin soon
A number of students will be traveling to a variety of international destinations with the Tri-S program this Christmas break. Whether they will be learning about different cultures, serving communities in need or spreading God’s Word, all participating students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in new cultures. All winter term trips will depart on Dec. 27 and return on Jan. 7. Greece Students traveling to Greece will enjoy a cultural immersion trip to famous Greek sites … [Read more...]