Eighteen students graduated from Anderson Bible Training School in the school’s first commencement on June 6, 1919. Nearly 100 years later, 472 students are eligible to graduate from Anderson University in the school’s 100th commencement on May 5, 2018. Although AU has grown and its name has changed over the years, the institution’s mission has remained the same. Provost Marie Morris speaks to the significance of a mission that endures time and change. “One of the things that I really … [Read more...]
First-year enrollment expected to surpass 500 this August
In the coming fall semester, AU is projecting at least a 23 percent increase in first-year enrollment compared to the 2017-2018 academic year. Enrollment in August 2017 included 406 first-year students, and according to Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing Ryon Kaopuiki, current projections estimate at least 500 new students will take to campus this August. “Our goal is to get to 550, which is a very aggressive goal—probably unheard of aggressive,” Kaopuiki said. “We’re pushing … [Read more...]
Pistole speaks, students present research at national conference
This year, AU had a special connection with the national Alpha Chi conference held in Portland, Oregon from April 5-7. Five AU students traveled across the country to present their academic research at the conference and to hear a speech by President Pistole, this year’s Distinguished Alpha Chi Alumnus. Only those in the top 10 percent of their classes are invited to join the Alpha Chi Honor Society each year. About 300 Alpha Chi chapters exist in colleges across the U.S. “It is a … [Read more...]
Jack’s Donuts opens to positive reception
Last week, Jack’s Donuts of Anderson opened within walking distance of campus. Jack’s Donuts first opened in 1961 in New Castle, Indiana. Jack Marcum had been working in a donut shop when he realized that he could just as easily make his own, envisioning a family business that could be passed down through the generations. After creating recipes and opening his first store, his vision became a reality. Marcum passed down his donut shop and responsibilities to his son who then in turn … [Read more...]
Mweu and Crays prepare to lead SGA
On Friday, March 9, Victor Mweu and Liam Crays waited to hear the news of whether or not they would be serving as AU’s student body president and vice president during the 2018-19 academic year. The results came in with Mweu and Crays receiving 80 percent of students electing them as the new campus leaders. For Mweu and Crays, running for office was something they took very seriously. “Many efforts were put into place for campaigning this year,” says Mweu. “Even though we didn’t run against … [Read more...]
Jim Ragsdale settles in as VP for Finance
When newly-appointed Vice President for Finance Jim Ragsdale was but a student at Anderson College in the early 1980s, he had no idea where his life would take him. “Graduate school looked like it was going to be next, but I ended up never leaving Anderson,” he said. “I stayed.” Ragsdale began work as VP for finance on March 12, the Monday of spring break. “It was a great time to come into the community with a little less pressure,” he said. After working in his last job for more … [Read more...]
Former Director of National Intelligence to speak on campus
James Clapper, former director of national intelligence under President Barack Obama, will be holding a public address on campus Wednesday. AU President John Pistole encourages students to take advantage of the public address. “Clapper will provide valuable insight into the field of national intelligence,” says Pistole. “His time spent sharing his experiences will be a wonderful learning opportunity for our campus community and any who wish to attend.” The AU National Security Studies … [Read more...]
Arts and worship collide during Vision Revision week
It’s Vision Revision week on AU’s campus. Vision Revision, which has been part of AU’s spiritual life since at least 1980, is “an intentional week to focus on faith through the arts,” said Becca Palmer, director of spiritual formation. This year, Vision Revision planning has been led by senior family science major Payton Lantz. Lantz said that she had “had no idea how much planning, collaborating, scheduling and emailing it would take in order to pull off a good service for … [Read more...]
AU senior, Peyton Bennett, receives Orr Fellowship
Peyton Bennett is a senior visual communication design major from Cincinnati, Ohio, whose career has organically grown out of his studies. Recently, it was announced that Bennett has received a coveted Orr Fellowship. In high school, Bennett was a trumpet player and made the All-State Jazz Band. He also held interests in filmmaking and videography that led him to fall in love with design. “Ultimately, design was a way to meld my creativity and passion for art in a utilitarian way,” Bennett … [Read more...]
Grad school fair Thursday, March 8
Several graduate schools and nonprofit organizations will gather in the Reardon Auditorium lobby on Thursday, March 8, between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. for the Nonprofit and Graduate School Fair hosted by the Center for Career and Calling. Katie Mitchell, director of the Center for Career and Calling, boasts about the opportunities made available to students who choose to attend the fair. “It is a great opportunity for everyone, regardless of whether or not you know what you want to do … [Read more...]