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...]
Summer Tri-S gives students “eye-opening” experiences abroad
World-travel was on the hearts and minds of many AU students who embarked on Tri-S trips over the summer. Students traveled to different countries to serve communities and immerse themselves in other cultures. The Tri-S (Study, Serve, Share) program offers AU students the unique opportunity to travel to other countries for a reasonable price. Trips vary from cultural immersion experiences to medical and VBS missions to backpacking excursions. Among AU students’ destinations this summer … [Read more...]
Jon McLaughlin talks family, foundations and faith
Jon McLaughlin, American pop-rock singer-songwriter, producer and pianist has many ties to AU. As his mother used to work for the university, he followed in his brother and sister’s footsteps, choosing to attend and study music business. Growing up in Anderson, McLaughlin always knew that he would one day be a Raven. McLaughlin spent his time in college cultivating his passion in the music field, growing in his faith and discovering his foundations. Finding his talents within the music … [Read more...]
College Democrats to host showing of documentary about free speech
The AU College Democrats are hosting a documentary screening next week, on Tuesday April 11 at 7:00 p.m. The event is free, open to anyone interested and will take place in Decker 133. Tickling Giants documents the true story of the life of Bassem Youssef, a modern-day revolutionary. In the midst of political instability in his home country of Egypt, Youssef quit his job as a heart surgeon to become a full-time comedian. What started out as a series of YouTube videos set in his laundry room … [Read more...]
Historic church tradition of Lent touches AU campus
The season of Lent has a rich historical background, but for those who choose to participate, its present value is even higher. “I've committed to it a couple times before when I was younger, but I don't think it meant as much to me as it does now,” said Abby Johnson, a junior English major. “Now I see it as a way to truly practice the sacrifice I feel God has called me to every day of my life, constantly surrendering every moment, every memory, every relationship to Christ.” Lent, which is a … [Read more...]
Chorale travels south for spring break, performs in several states
AU Chorale spent spring break on tour, this year throughout the Midwest and U.S. South. The performance stops included Atlanta, Georgia; Lake Wales, Florida; Savannah, Georgia; Brunswick, Georgia; Saint Simons Island, Georgia; Murfreesboro, Tennessee; and Cincinnati, Ohio. The University Chorale also performed a concert on campus at the tail end of the tour. Chorale’s spring break tour gives the singers and students a chance to perform and travel, but also to develop community. Junior music … [Read more...]
Doubt: A Parable spring play opens next weekend
AU’s spring play, Doubt: A Parable by John Patrick Shanley is about so much more than a vague lack of certainty. It is about where our questions come from and where they take us. The play takes place in 1964 in the St. Nicholas Church School, a fictional private Catholic school in the Bronx, where the kind, progressive and popular Father Flynn comes in conflict with the severe, mistrustful and rigid Sister Aloysius. Though already suspicious of Flynn’s demeanor, Aloysius enlists the help of … [Read more...]