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Somnium brings a new dream to AU

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As the spring semester draws to a close, mixed in with the deadlines are the events on campus allowing a time of escape and activities to look forward to. This year, a newly refined event has combined the talents of AU students and a universal love of music: Somnium. A student-run music concert, Somnium is hosting several AU student artists and bands in Reardon Auditorium.  Somnium was founded last year in 2022 by then-junior Paige Anstead and senior Cameron Walters. It centered around a … [Read more...]

“J. Eyre” takes center stage

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Anderson University’s production of "J. Eyre" will hit the stage tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. in Byrum Hall. Based on Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre, the story sees Jane grow in strength and confidence as she uses her wit and courage to navigate a world that afforded women few rights.  Those familiar with the original novel are likely to notice a few changes in this adaptation. The interpretation takes on a modern perspective of the classic story that truly considers the consequences of its … [Read more...]

Spring into Dance has fully bloomed

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As Spring into Dance approaches, dance students are working hard in preparation for the show. In a performance choreographed by Anderson University’s dance faculty, dancers have to learn a delicate balance of long hours of rehearsals, training and practicing with the hectic class schedule and homework. Despite the heavy workload that the program requires, there is joy, passion and love of dance to be found within every dancer. Sophomore Heidi Vickers has found the program to be a … [Read more...]

Instagram accounts polarize students

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What began as a lighthearted joke has become one of the most polarizing topics on campus: anonymous Instagram accounts. Accounts like “Overheard @ AU” and “Anderson University Squirrels” have existed peacefully on the social media platform as a way of promoting community and humor on campus through anonymously submitted overheard quotes and photos of AU’s squirrels, but a new account, “AU Bad Fits,” began a chain reaction of new accounts due to its controversy among students. After the … [Read more...]

First SMTD musical since 2019 opens this Friday

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This Friday, Feb. 18, the Boze Lyric Theatre will bring the first musical production to Byrum Hall since the beginning of the pandemic.  “Seussical” combines a charming collection of characters from the works of Dr. Seuss like “Cat in the Hat” and “Horton the Elephant” in a colorful and exciting story. JoJo, one of the main characters, is played by freshman musical theatre student Trenton Donk. The 18-year-old has worked with director Kenny Shepard as well as voice and movement … [Read more...]

Candles and Carols spreads Christmas cheer from the School of Music, Theatre and Dance

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Candles and Carols is a 57-year tradition that the School of Music, Theatre and Dance (SMTD) puts on each December.  “It started when a group of people would gather in Park Place Church and sing carols together,” Dr. Jeffrey Wright, the dean of the SMTD said. “Gradually, we began to add components from the department.” According to Wright, it is an opportunity for the community to gather at the beginning of the holiday season and enjoy fellowship. “Through the show, we are reminded of … [Read more...]