Anderson University's New Image Gospel Choir has been selected as a top 20 semi-finalist for the 2017 Circle of Lights ceremony presented by IBEW #481. Phoebe Mangas, a senior national security and Spanish major and one of the choir's directors, wanted the Gospel Choir to be involved with Circle of Lights, but wasn't sure if it was possible. Their first gathering of the year, an interest meeting for new members, was the day before video submissions were due for the contest. "Making the top … [Read more...]
AUFS makes meal changes
At the end of the 2016-17 academic year, changes to the meal plan structures were announced. Early responses and feedback from students this semester have been mixed, and some students are confused as to how the changes affect their campus dining habits. AU business manager Whitney Jiminez, who oversees food services, said that the biggest change to meal plans is in the introduction of the Raven Unlimited Plan, which “allows unlimited access to the Marketplace every day during open hours, and … [Read more...]
AU website adjusts to ADA accessibility laws
Based on new guidelines provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), AU has recently been adapting its audio, video and written web content to become accessible for those who are hearing or vision-impaired. “It has never been our intent for content to be out of reach for anyone. Each time we learn how to do better, we adjust to do so,” says Murray. “[Anderson.edu] will not need to be redesigned or recreated in order to meet these needs.” As of July 2017, the U.S. Department of … [Read more...]
To DC and back: President Pistole shares journey of Trump FBI interview
Upon the unexpected firing of former FBI Director James Comey in May, AU’s President John Pistole became a candidate for his replacement. Since then, Pistole has remained quiet about his experience interviewing for the position. For the first time, Pistole is speaking with the media in this Andersonian-exclusive Q&A about what may have been had he left AU and returned to the FBI. Q: You get the call—the FBI position is open and you’re on the list. Could you take me through the process … [Read more...]
Nursing program boasts 3rd-best NCLEX scores in state
Over the summer, the AU School of Nursing and Kinesiology received news that 98 percent of the graduating nursing majors of spring 2016 passed NCLEX, the national licensing exam for nurses. Of the 57 accredited nursing programs with testing graduates last spring, AU’s NCLEX passing rate was the third highest in the state of Indiana, behind only IUPUI-Calumet and the University of Southern Indiana. The National Council Licensure Examination, or NCLEX, is a multiple-choice exam administered to … [Read more...]
AU welcomes new faculty members to campus
Stefanie Leiter, Assistant Professor of Public Relations “Prior to teaching full time, I worked in communication and marketing at the university for 12 years. I started each of the social media channels managed by the university and worked through five website redesigns including our new responsive website. In my last role as director of content strategy, I managed AU’s social media, the institutional website, Signatures magazine, print content for marketing and email marketing. During this … [Read more...]
Morris on new strategic plan: ‘This is AU’s identity’
AU’s Board of Trustees approved a new five-year strategic plan in June that will position the university for success in its next century of service. “It’s great that we have a 100 year history, but where are we going?” President John Pistole said of the need for the plan. The strategic plan encompasses all areas of the university’s success, specifically focusing on the categories of outstanding student experience, forward thinking, fiscal strength and being an excellent place to … [Read more...]
AU declines to comment on Pistole, FBI rumors
White House spokesman Sean Spicer said that President Trump was interviewing two candidates on Tuesday for the FBI Director position—former Assistant Attorney General Chris Wray and Anderson University President John Pistole. Rebecca Fuller Beeler, vice president of enrollment and marketing at AU, declined to comment on the search for a new FBI Director. The Andersonian also reached out to Ronda Reemer, executive assistant to Pistole, but received an out-of-office reply. Pistole has served … [Read more...]
President Pistole declines comment about FBI rumors
President Donald Trump unexpectedly fired FBI Director James Comey on Tuesday. In the hours that followed, AU President John Pistole was named as a potential candidate to replace Comey. Reports have stated that Pistole declined to comment on the rumors. The Andersonian reached out to Pistole's executive assistant, Ronda Reemer, who confirmed that Pistole is declining to comment at this time. Comey's termination was effective immediately. President Trump has already begun the process of … [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...]