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AU football team falls to Franklin in final home game

November 3, 2025 by Reuben Crisler

Albert Rabb scoring the touchdown

The AU football team had a tough Saturday afternoon, falling to Franklin 41-7 at Lapel High School in its final home game of the 2025 season. Albert Rabb was the only scorer for AU, rushing for a 9-yard touchdown with the offensive highlight of the game. Cam Herron led the Ravens with 36 receiving yards. AU struggled statistically as a team, only rushing for 7 yards total and only 80 passing yards. Jake Simpson led the defense with 13 tackles followed by Jaylen Hayes with 11 stops. Brehdyn … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Sports, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, football, has_image, sports

Senator Dan and Mrs. Marsha Coats reflect on life in political spotlight supported by faith

October 31, 2025 by Andersonian Staff

From Generation to Generation: Lessons for Tomorrow books laid out on table

On Thursday morning in Reardon Auditorium, retired Indiana Senator Dan Coats and his wife Marsha Coats were welcomed as guest speakers for the Carroll Leadership Lecture Series to discuss their new memoir From Generation to Generation: Lessons for Tomorrow. The event included readings from the book, discussion, and an audience Q&A. The passages read highlighted their experiences in the political spotlight, as well as how their faith guided them to where they are today. Dan Coats was first … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, Dan Coats, has_image, Marsha Coats, memoir

Campus Departmental Changes Leave An Impact On Majors

October 30, 2025 by Andersonian Staff

It’s no shock to students that Anderson University has undergone many recent changes. Alongside the chapel changes that have been implemented this year, departmental changes have also left students wondering if it was the right move for the growth of the campus community. The departments are now categorized as follows: Department of Humanities, Department of Computer Science and Mathematics, Department of Natural Sciences, Department of Psychology, Department of Social Sciences, and The School … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Feature Articles, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, Department changes, Features, has_image, majors

AU women’s soccer closes regular season with 1-0 loss to Hanover

October 29, 2025 by Reuben Crisler

AU women's soccer team in a huddle

And that's a wrap for the regular season for the Anderson University women’s soccer team. The Ravens lost to Hanover in a 1-0 match Tuesday night at Fridley Field. Although ending with a loss for the regular season, the Ravens have nothing to be ashamed of in terms of overall performance. They finished with a winning record, coming in fifth in the HCAC at 8-5-4. AU will battle Hanover again on its field in southern Indiana this Saturday in the HCAC Tournament quarterfinals. Good luck to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Sports, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, has_image, soccer, sports

AU Begins Again with annual Homecoming celebration

October 14, 2025 by Andersonian Staff

Every October, AU’s past and present converge with the annual Homecoming celebration, welcoming alumni and families of the AU community to interact, relax, and reignite fond memories of AU. From the familiar luminaries lighting up the Valley to the bustling street fair and the thrilling sports events, AU nostalgia once again sweeps the hearts of students, faculty, staff, and alumni alike.  Friday Night & Luminaries  The Friday night of Homecoming weekend was filled with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Entertainment, Feature Articles, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, Encore, Features, has_image, Homecoming, sports, Street Fair

Anderson University Welcomes Sixth President, Dr. Scott H. Moats

October 14, 2025 by Catherina Shultz

Anderson University celebrated the inauguration of its sixth president, Dr. Scott H. Moats, on Friday in Reardon Auditorium. The ceremony, which began at 2 p.m., marked a significant milestone in the university’s 108-year history. A Ceremony Rooted in Faith and Tradition The event opened with a prelude and processional performed by Mike Meadows followed by university acknowledgments, a reflection on the institution’s heritage and the hope of new leadership by Jay B. Ricker, Chairman from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Feature Articles, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, Features, has_image, inauguration, Scott Moats

The Raven’s Diner Opens at AU

October 10, 2025 by Eli DiRuzza

The recently opened Raven’s Diner has become the new hotspot at Anderson University. The American-style diner replaced the beloved Chick-fil-A, but students are getting a new restaurant with unique options. The Raven’s Diner menu consists of sandwiches, salads, starters, and all-day breakfast; some items are not available yet but are coming soon. On the menu, there are orange stars that indicate the options for a meal exchange, that includes the Smashburger, which according to junior student … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Feature Articles, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, Chick-Fil-A, Features, Food, has_image, Raven's Diner

Cookies with Sheryl Moats becomes new AU custom

October 7, 2025 by Cohen Miller

Plates of cookies on a table outside Sheryl's house

Since his recent hiring as the sixth President of Anderson University, Scott Moats and his wife Sheryl have appeared at numerous events across campus. They’ve hosted events, they've met with students and staff, and overall they have been a welcoming and friendly presence to incoming and returning Ravens and the community. In one of Sheryl Moats’ first appearances to the students, she made it clear that if the Raven flag was flying outside the president's house, students could come in and get … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Campus News, Feature Articles, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, cookies, Features, has_image, Sheryl Moats

Michael Frank Receives Congressional Award For Outstanding Impact On Community

October 4, 2025 by Abigail Jeyakaran

Spartz and Frank posing for the camera

Political science professor Michael Frank received an award from Indiana 5th District U.S. Congresswoman Victoria Spartz for both his outstanding impact on Anderson University's campus and the Indiana community on September 23rd during chapel. More specifically, he was recognized in The Congressional Record. The Congressional Record, a journal of the proceedings of Congress, is used by the Members of Congress as a way to recognize their constituents for their accomplishments, which is a high … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, chapel, Congressional Award, Indiana, Madison County, Michael Frank, Victoria Spartz

Scott Moats Embraces a Calling to “Rise Up and Build” at Anderson University

September 26, 2025 by Catherina Shultz

President Scott Moats in front of the new AU mission mural, Let Us Rise Up and Build

When Anderson University’s presidential search committee first reached out to Scott Moats, who has a doctorate in educational policy and administration, he had little interest in even taking the call. After more than three decades in higher education, Moats was prepared to remain at his previous institution until retirement, content to close the chapter on a long and accomplished career. “I thought I had done everything I was supposed to do,” Moats recalled. “I was planning to ride out the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Campus News, Feature Articles, Top Stories Tagged With: Anderson University, Features

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