The federal government is still in partial shutdown after Congress failed to pass a spending bill on Dec. 22, 2018, due to controversy concerning funding for a border wall. Democrats and Republicans are equally as unwilling to reach a compromise, leaving Congress in gridlock for the foreseeable future. The hotly debated wall was a major component of President Trump’s campaign for the presidency in 2016. A signature feature of Trump’s campaign promise was that the funding for a wall on the … [Read more...]
AU launches latest website redesign
This spring AU launched its new website with the help of the marketing staff. The design and layout of AU’s website is critical to the university’s success. A website that is visually appealing and easy to maneuver will give prospective students a good first impression. Elizabeth Murray, AU’s web editor and content writer, is the primary person responsible for the maintenance of the university website. Murray has overseen the AU website for more than two years and was involved in many of … [Read more...]
Needle exchange program reinstated
Since 2002, deaths caused by opioid overdoses in the U.S. have nearly tripled. In 2016, opioids were responsible for more overdose deaths than any other year on record. The effects of the drug crisis are being felt across the nation, and Madison County is no exception. Austin Ross, who works with United Way of Madison County, is a member of AmeriCorps, an organization supported by the federal government with the goal of “helping others and meeting critical needs in the community.” “Most … [Read more...]
AU junior honored for generosity
Recently, while sitting in Mocha Joe’s, Darrius Mitchell, a junior exercise science major and AU football player, was surprised by a television camera and news crew. The reason? He had been selected for recognition by WISH-TV’s Wish Patrol for his generosity in the homeless community in downtown Indianapolis. WISH-TV’s Brooke Martin led Mitchell outside from the coffee shop, a crew of students following behind, to the Fine Arts parking lot. There, representatives from Coca Cola and the … [Read more...]
Senior honors students share research
“Undergraduate research pushes the boundary of knowledge and gives students a taste of real research,” said Dr. Daniel Ippolito. “They get a better appreciation of research while strengthening their resume.” Ippolito, professor of biology, works with students in the Senior Science Seminar and is leading the honors program’s senior seminar this year, assisting soon-to-be graduates in their research projects. The senior honors students participated in Academic Honors Day this past Friday, where … [Read more...]
HLSA hosts “I Stand With Immigrants” day
A migrant caravan consisting of thousands of Central Americans seeking asylum is nearing the end of its journey through Mexico toward the southern border of the United States. In response, President Trump has ordered upward of 5,000 troops to secure the country against migrants seeking entry outside of one of the 48 legal points of entry located on the southern border. In order to be eligible for asylum, migrants must first be categorized as refugees. The Refugee Act of 1980 defines a … [Read more...]
Breaking: Snare resigns as swim coach
Conner Snare has announced his resignation from the position of head men’s and women’s swimming coach. Snare has accepted the position of assistant coach of swimming and diving at Michigan State University and will be leaving AU on Saturday, Nov. 10. "I would like to express my deepest gratitude to athletics director Marcie Taylor, President Pistole and the university, for the opportunity to have led Anderson University swimming these last three years,” said Snare. “It has been an amazing … [Read more...]
Mechanical engineering program earns ABET accreditation
Recently, AU’s mechanical engineering program received accreditation from the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering. ABET accreditations show that engineering programs have met all of the necessary standards to produce graduates who are ready to enter the field of STEM education. They are the global accrediting body for college-level programs in applied science, natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology. The process is … [Read more...]
International Dinner: ‘Myths and Legends’
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...]