The International Student Association is hosting its International Dinner at Park Place Church of God this Saturday. The event, scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. on Nov. 3, will showcase the many cultures present at AU through food, dance and community. Each year, the dinner is hosted around a theme; this year, that theme is “Myths and Legends.” “Every country has their own myths, legends, stories and folklore,” ISA President Sam Larson said of the dinner’s theme. The ISA has joined forces … [Read more...]
High stakes for midterm elections
Thirty-five U.S. Senate seats will be up for grabs this November, two of which will be contested in special elections. One of those 35 seats belongs to Indiana Senator Joe Donnelly. Donnelly is a Democrat running as an incumbent this fall against Republican candidate Mike Braun and Libertarian candidate Lucy Brenton. Jennifer Culp is a Republican running for state representative in Indiana’s House district 36, in which Anderson is located. Culp says it’s important for college students to … [Read more...]
Former White House aid to speak at AU
From around the globe, every passing moment, the U.S. faces terror threats to its national security infrastructure. Defending the security interests of the U.S. republic is what AU promotes in preparing its national security students. Defending the U.S. from national security threats is exactly what Dr. Michele L. Malvesti took seriously in her five years on the White House National Security Council as the Senior Director for Combating Terrorism Strategy from 2002 to 2007. When the Obama … [Read more...]
Spiritual Emphasis week brings author Aaron Niequist to campus
“Learning to be still. Learning to be like Jesus.” The tagline for the Pause nights, which started this semester, encompasses the theme that Pastor Tamara Shelton really hopes students will take ownership of this school year. Pause nights, Spiritual Emphasis week and the spiritual retreat are all focusing on the idea of stillness and will all be happening this fall. The nights will include some form of a worship experience along with some different practices in hopes that students will … [Read more...]
Kavanaugh confirmation highlights political division
On Saturday, the Senate confirmed the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court. After a confirmation process that went on for approximately three months and was shrouded in political controversy, the final vote was 50-48 in favor of Kavanaugh’s confirmation. Dr. Michael Frank, professor of political science, touts the significance of Supreme Court confirmations and explains the differences between a judicial confirmation and a criminal trial. “It’s not a … [Read more...]
Alumni collaborate on production of short film, “Itinerary”
AU will be celebrating homecoming this fall with an Alumni Showcase featuring Trent Bruce’s comedy production, “Itinerary.” Bruce’s original film will be shown on Saturday, Sept. 29, at 7:30 p.m. in Reardon Auditorium. The Showcase will be open to all, while Scott Tilley, the director of AU’s Alumni Engagement Office, affirmed that everyone in attendance should be humored by what is in store. According to Tilley, “Some AU alums who live on the West Coast pulled together to share their … [Read more...]
Homecoming brings Ravens home for annual celebration
Homecoming arrives earlier than usual this year, taking place through the end of this weekend. Many traditional events are scheduled, as well as some special new activities. Coronation of the homecoming court was scheduled for yesterday’s chapel. Tomorrow, five AU alumni from Los Angeles, California will be joining Scott Tilley in chapel. Not only will students be hearing from the alumni, but they will also get a sneak peak of the film during the Alumni Showcase, held at 7:30 p.m. on … [Read more...]
Campus changes speak to AU mission
As students return to campus, many have noticed a number of changes and new landmarks on campus. Among those, the move of the Human Resource offices to the first floor of Decker has been one of the most significant. The name of the office has additionally been changed to the Office of Work-Life Engagement, to fit within a larger vision that university leadership have been working on. Changes within HR have been led by Tim States, who began his new position as director over the summer. He … [Read more...]
Kissinger Learning Center undergoes name change
The Kissinger Learning Center has changed its name to the Kissinger Academic Center for Excellence (KACE). The staff have worked hard to prepare for the name change, as well as made changes within the center. Today, Sept. 12, there will be an open house from 1-3 p.m. in the academic center. There will be free refreshments and a student prize drawing. Dianna Stankiewicz, director of learning assistance programs, said that she has been trying to change the name for a few years … [Read more...]
Enrollment up by more than 10 percent
Preliminary new student enrollment numbers for the fall indicate an almost 12 percent increase in class size from last year—from 420 new students to 470 this year. According to Ryon Kaopuiki, vice president for enrollment and marketing, this jump is the result of aggressive marketing strategies and campus support. “The success we had in our admissions recruitments this year is really about a collective university effort,” he said. “We started saying last year that enrollment is everybody’s … [Read more...]