Dr. Stu Erny is the director of international student services at AU and works to support international students at AU. After growing up as a missionary kid in Taiwan, he attended Asbury College and Asbury Theological Seminary, and then served with his wife and children in Kathmandu, Napal with Word Made Flesh. He has worked at AU for 14 years. Q: What called you to missionary work? A: It was a really natural move for me because I’m a missionary kid. I was born and raised in Taiwan, … [Read more...]
CDC encourages career fair attendance
A crucial part of the career-seeking process is networking with potential employers. Connecting with professionals can be a daunting process, especially when students aren’t certain of who to contact or where to begin. The Indiana Means Business career fair will be making networking easier for students to take the first step toward talking to employers from a variety of businesses in Indiana. “I believe it’s important to go to a career fair because you need to start networking now with … [Read more...]
Third annual Faith and Writing conference arrives
Aspiring writers of all kinds will have the opportunity to come together on the AU campus to learn from accomplished authors and poets at the end of October. The annual Indiana Faith and Writing Conference will feature a wide array of writing professionals willing to share their advice and feedback with anyone passionate about communicating their faith through their writing. AU has been home to the Indiana Faith and Writing Conference since 2014. The conference is hosted by the English … [Read more...]
AU ensembles and alumna host Homecoming concert
In addition to the highly-anticipated football game, theater production of “Gypsy,” and the street fair this homecoming weekend, AU students and alumni are invited to attend a musical performance starring the Wind and Jazz Ensembles. This year, the concert will also feature Valerie Maze, who is the recipient of the Outstanding Music Alumni Award. The concert will be held at Park Place Church of God on Friday, Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free of charge and open to the public. The concert … [Read more...]
Social clubs unite for inclusive night of worship
This year, social clubs approached recruitment slightly differently by banding together for an all-club worship event. The worship night occurred on Sept. 14 in Fair Commons lobby and was open to all social club members and potential recruits on campus. The idea for an all-club worship event came to Ashley Whiteside, chaplain of the social club Alacritas, last year. After observing tensions between the clubs on campus, Whiteside decided that proposing the idea to unite for an event would help … [Read more...]
Campus undergoes renovations for centennial celebration
Recent renovations to AU’s campus have not gone unnoticed by students returning for another semester of classes. After more than three months of summer vacation, students arrived to a newly-paved valley and a renovated residence hall, among many more changes that together significantly improved the appearance of campus. More renovations, like those currently underway outside of Decker Hall, are to come in the near future. “[President Pistole] speaks to excellence in all things, and our campus … [Read more...]
Students nationwide pledge to “Start by Believing”
AU students are making an effort to lend a voice to victims of sexual assault through the Start by Believing campaign. The campaign, which was launched in February, advocates the importance of supporting those who have been affected by sexual assault. “The Start by Believing campaign is all about having a positive reaction to someone when they come to you and say that they have been sexually assaulted,” said senior Hannah Welch, who was involved in launching the campaign. “When someone says … [Read more...]
Juried student exhibition opens in Wilson Galleries
Student artwork was cast in the spotlight during this year’s Juried Student Exhibition. Although the opening reception and award ceremony took place on Saturday, Feb. 27, the Exhibition will remain open for viewing until March 24. The Juried Student Exhibition is an annual event on the AU campus that allows students in the visual communication major to showcase their hard work to their peers and professional artists as well as the general public. Students who participate were also given the … [Read more...]
Alumni association hosts inaugural I
Campus was brimming with feelings of love this Valentine’s Day—love for AU, that is. Students and faculty were given the opportunity to express their appreciation for AU during I <3 AU Day, the Friday before Valentine’s Day. The event was put on by the Student Alumni Association and was held in the Bottom of Decker Friday morning and early afternoon. Students and faculty were invited to write down what they love most about AU on a pink heart that was then hung up for display. Those who … [Read more...]
English Department hosts Syford Poetry Contest
Are you looking for a way to express your ideas, perspectives and creative ability? Such an outlet is available through the Syford Poetry Contest, an opportunity for students to submit their original poetry for the chance to earn recognition and win prizes. “The [English] department likes to give students the opportunity to showcase their writing abilities and earn recognition for their skills,” said Professor Peter Elliot. Elliot teaches in the English department and is in charge of … [Read more...]