This is not so much a greeting for me as it is a goodbye. It is, in fact, the last time that my name shall appear on the Andersonian staff list as "Editor in Chief." It's the last time my name will show up at all, probably. As weird as it is that I've actually reached the end of my college career, it is also so amazing that I've had the opportunity to grow as a writer, editor and leader in my seven semesters with the Andersonian. I'm grateful for this university and all that it has brought to my … [Read more...]
Former U.S. senator gives public address in Reardon
On Wednesday, Dec. 3, AU welcomed Kelly Ayotte to campus. Ayotte is a former senator representing New Hampshire where she sat on the Committee of Armed Services and the Committee of Commerce, Science and Transportation, among others. President John Pistole, as administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, reported to the commerce committee for Congressional oversight. The former senator is an expert on issues of national security and previously served as the first … [Read more...]
#myAUstory: From Ukraine to Anderson, Indiana
Whether a student, professor or faculty member, every Raven has their own AU story. Perhaps yours is a legacy story or maybe one of paving your own way. People from different states, countries and continents have made AU home over the years. AU is more than just an institution or a college campus. AU is made up of the people who call this place home, and the stories of what brought them here are what keep AU alive. As we continue to grow in community together, every individual “My AU Story” … [Read more...]
Roommates record debut EP at Oranghaus
Freshman roommate assignments can be a daunting experience laden with anxiety and questions about who the invisible hand of residence life “matched” you with. Many fear the worst: for all they know, that match could be the type of person who streams video late into the night, constantly has their significant other over or leaves the room a messy warzone of dirty laundry and food wrappers. This person could very well become your worst enemy, or, if you are fortunate, your best friend. The … [Read more...]
“Violet” commands dialogue on race, sexuality and faith
The fall production of “Violet” will open this weekend for homecoming and set the stage for meaningful conversations on heavy topics. The story follows a young woman, Violet, who suffers from a horrible disfigurement because of an accident during her childhood. With a heart full of hope, she leaves her small hometown in North Carolina to find healing from a televangelist in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As she travels through the deep south, she encounters two soldiers, Monty, a white paratrooper, and … [Read more...]
Campus changes speak to AU mission
As students return to campus, many have noticed a number of changes and new landmarks on campus. Among those, the move of the Human Resource offices to the first floor of Decker has been one of the most significant. The name of the office has additionally been changed to the Office of Work-Life Engagement, to fit within a larger vision that university leadership have been working on. Changes within HR have been led by Tim States, who began his new position as director over the summer. He … [Read more...]
Evening of Excellence celebrates exceptional artists
The Evening of Excellence for the AU School of Music, Theatre and Dance is a showcase that celebrates and honors exceptional students at the university. The night is a culmination of a year of hard work by talented students in the fields of music performance and composing. The program was held this past Sunday night, April 22, in York Performance Hall. The auditorium was filled with the families and friends of students and was sponsored by the Elsie K. Perdiue Endowment Fund. Dr. … [Read more...]
‘The Marvelous Wonderettes’ opens this weekend
Take a trip back in time through the production of “The Marvelous Wonderettes” this weekend, courtesy of the Boze Lyric Theatre. The two-act jukebox musical, written and created by Roger Bean, will captivate audiences of all ages with 30 hits from the late 1950s and 1960s. Experience the nostalgia of 1958 through four of AU’s finest female musical theater performers as they sing for their senior prom at Springfield High School. Then, in act two, join the girls as they meet again for their … [Read more...]
Former Director of National Intelligence to speak on campus
James Clapper, former director of national intelligence under President Barack Obama, will be holding a public address on campus Wednesday. AU President John Pistole encourages students to take advantage of the public address. “Clapper will provide valuable insight into the field of national intelligence,” says Pistole. “His time spent sharing his experiences will be a wonderful learning opportunity for our campus community and any who wish to attend.” The AU National Security Studies … [Read more...]
AU senior releases chapbook called “The Midwest is a Place”
“Welcome to Indiana: Crossroads of America,” reads the big blue road sign all drivers pass when they cross the state line. Indiana is the heart of the Midwest, and for senior English major Abby Johnson, the Hoosier state is home to more than corn and soybeans. Indiana is spirited, with millions of stories to tell. As a poet, her work is to tell them. “We need to talk about the Midwest as somewhere alive and multifaceted, full of people who are full of passion, because that’s who we are,” … [Read more...]