Most students are attached to their devices, be it their cell phones or their laptops. Much of our activity on these devices is online—using social media or browsing the web. Simply browsing the web means that our browser acquires cookies, which are commands that communicate information to a website. These cookies help companies like Amazon retarget consumers with specific advertisements that increase someone’s likelihood of purchasing an item. Cookies help websites like Facebook remember … [Read more...]
AU Chorale performs centennial piece titled “Walking to the Sun”
AU’s Centennial celebration came to a close, and the Chorale premiered a special song to end the festivities appropriately. “Walking to the Sun” is a piece composed by Dominick DiOrio of the IU Jacobs School of Music. It was commissioned by Dr. Dale Bengtson, dean emeritus of the AU School of Music, Theatre and Dance, and is based on a poem written by Wendell Berry. Berry is a Kentucky native who pens novels, essays and poems. Over forty books of his work have been published. Dr. Merle … [Read more...]
“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” opens in Byrum
“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” opened on Saturday, Oct. 14 in Byrum Hall. The musical stars the original characters from Charles Schulz’s “Peanuts” comic strip, from the familiar realism and wavering confidence of Charlie Brown to the bossy but well-meaning Lucy. The show delights children ages one to 100 with bright colors and a sense of child-like wonder. Translating a comic strip and its characters to the stage may seem like a challenge, but the cast and crew created a colorful and … [Read more...]
AU senior embarks on 34th trip out of country, studies in Cuba
For AU senior Phoebe Mangas, what began as a study abroad experience for her Spanish major last summer quickly became an immersion into another belief system and language that challenged her perspective on faith and culture. Mangas was originally interested in studying in Spain before feeling a powerful calling to travel somewhere she had never been. “I was planning on Spain because I had previously traveled there,” said Mangas, “but something in me over the summer said, ‘maybe look at … [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...]
Engineering physics stands out with small classes, big resources
Each year, undergraduate students studying the sciences apply for Research Experiences for Undergrads (REUs). Hayley Bower, a senior engineering physics major, was accepted to Purdue University’s REU program and over the summer began work with their Resilient Extraterrestrial Habitats (RETH) Project. She is currently one of five undergrads working on Purdue’s RETH team. For her role on the team, Bower is using her engineering physics background to evaluate the risks of radiation exposure in … [Read more...]
Children’s authors to visit campus for Elizabeth York festival
Three children’s authors and one author/illustrator will be discussing writing for a young audience at the eighth annual Elizabeth York Children’s Literature Festival hosted by the Nicholson Library on Sept. 23. Authors in attendance include Loren Long, illustrator of former President Barack Obama’s children’s book “Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters” and author of the popular “Otis” series; Louise Borden, author of children’s fiction and non-fiction titles such as “The Journey that … [Read more...]
Anderson Symphony Orchestra celebrates 50th anniversary season
This year, the Anderson Symphony Orchestra will celebrate its 50th season and its 28th year with Dr. Richard Sowers, a professor of music at AU, as music director and conductor. “It is significant,” said Sowers of his time with the orchestra. “It is so valuable that I can hardly put it into words.” The orchestra, which was first organized in 1967 by leaders at Anderson College, features around 70 professional musicians, several part-time staffers and one full-time employee. Although the … [Read more...]
Social service clubs face new rule enforcement
The process of club recruitment, a weeklong experience unique to AU’s Social and Service clubs, requires club leaders to adhere to many rules and regulations, and the planning process is strenuous. In the end, however, recruitment is intended to offer a meaningful introduction for new recruits. The purpose of AU’s Social and Service Clubs is to enhance the quality and livelihood of community on campus. These clubs provide opportunities for students to be involved in service, social and … [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...]