On Jan. 14, video storyteller Mark Dawson’s short film “White RiverStories” was featured at the Indiana Forest Alliance’s Wild & Scenic Film Festival that took place at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre in Bloomington, Indiana. Mark Dawson began his filmmaking career at AU as a mass communications major. Since graduating in 1989, Dawson has worked as a producer and director, as well as cinematographer, camera operator and editor on most of his projects. For seven years, Dawson worked as a … [Read more...]
Power of the pen: AU students’ poetry to be published
“Poetry is something that demands to be contemplated before, during and after reading it,” said Sam Stimer, a senior English major. “The language and imagery used in poetry forces its way into your mind regardless if you want it to or not. Especially in modern poetry, I think it’s becoming a way for people to process things and reach out to others to create a bridge between author and reader.” This February, Z Publishing House is releasing “Indiana’s Best Emerging Poets.” The book will … [Read more...]
Former CIA director, John Brennan, speaks in York
On Thursday, Jan. 18, former CIA Director John Brennan visited AU. He met with students from a variety of majors throughout the day, fielding questions about his career as a public servant in the CIA. Brennan worked as a CIA agent for 25 years, during which he spent time as an analyst, station chief and, ultimately, director of the agency. In an event open to the campus in York Performance Hall on Thursday night, Brennan was interviewed by President John Pistole on stage. Together, they … [Read more...]
Mocha Joe’s promotes campus outreach through new event coordinator
Mocha Joe’s offers much more than just drinks and pastries. An atmosphere that provides comfort and enjoyment for many has become a place of study, work and social endeavors. This school year, Mocha’s became connected to Chartwells, allowing the use of Raven Dollars for purchases. This seems to have encouraged a busier and livelier atmosphere. As a central spot on campus, Mocha’s is home to many different ideals. From a nice place to study and catch up on work to the perfect spot to … [Read more...]
Traveling Chagall exhibition stops at AU in January
AU’s Wilson Galleries will host the traveling exhibition “Marc Chagall and the Bible” this month. The show features several of Chagall’s lithographs, etchings and crucifixion works. Students and members of the community can view these works and attend lectures on the religious significance of the works and the historical background that influenced Chagall’s subject matter. The show will run from Jan. 19 through Feb. 23, with the opening reception taking place on Friday, Jan. 26 from 6 p.m.- 7 … [Read more...]
AU senior reflects on summer spent traveling world
Many students dream about backpacking through Europe and traveling through the wonders of the world, meeting people of other cultures and different backgrounds. It is a big undertaking, one that challenges and shapes an individual for the rest of their life. For senior Kip Peters, that backpacking trip became a reality over the summer of 2017. For nearly two and a half months, Peters visited 10 countries around the world, staying in hostels from Nepal to Costa Rica. He created an … [Read more...]
Music marketing class preparing to host DJ event this Friday
Throughout this semester, students in Ray Sylvester’s music marketing class have been planning an event featuring a “surprise set list” that would put their marketing knowledge to the test. This Friday, Nov. 17, the semester’s work will finally come together in the Fair Commons lobby with the event called “Give Fest.” Krista Baker, a junior marketing major, is part of the class. “We’ve learned a lot through the planning process,” she said. The larger purpose of the event—which includes … [Read more...]
Student recital to showcase vulnerable work of composition
This November, the AU School of Music, Theatre & Dance is hosting the Student Composers Recital in York Performance Hall. Dr. Caroline KyungA Ahn, professor of composition and music theory, defines composition as “writing using musical language.” She says that in the composition process “you try to describe the feelings or emotions that you have in your heart through, or using, the musical elements.” Ahn’s favorite part about being a composition teacher is seeing her students’ … [Read more...]
Gallery to feature exhibition emphasizing diverse art forms
The Jessie C. Wilson Gallery in Fine Arts is opening a new exhibition titled “The Profession and Practice of Illustration and Design.” The exhibit will be presented from Nov. 3 through Dec. 5, with an opening reception on Friday, Nov. 10 from 6-7 p.m. The gallery emphasizes diverse artforms and connects illustration and design. Director of University Galleries and Instructor of Art, Tai Lipan said, “There are a couple of bridges between illustration and design in this exhibit.” The … [Read more...]
Anderson and Muncie boast unique art opportunities
As temperatures begin to drop and the winter blues start to set in, it’s natural to want to go into hibernation this winter. The weather outside might be frightful, but nearby art museums and galleries offer unique and fun alternatives to staying in this winter. Many people have heard of or been to the Indianapolis Museum of Art, which has recently been renamed Newfields, but for those not wanting to make the trip to Indianapolis there are opportunities to experience art much closer to … [Read more...]