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Pistole Delivers Farewell Address at Anderson University’s 107th Commencement

May 4, 2025 By Catherina Shultz

With grace, reflection, and a voice tinged with emotion, President John S. Pistole addressed the graduating Class of 2025 for the final time during Anderson University’s 107th Commencement ceremony Saturday afternoon in Reardon Auditorium. This year’s commencement marked more than just the closing of a chapter for over 300 graduates—it also served as Pistole’s last […]

A still of John Pistole from behind standing in the Valley during Fall. A quote above him reads, "God Doesn't Call The Qualified. He Qualifies the Called."

President John Pistole Retrospective: God Qualifies the Called (Podcast)

May 3, 2025 By Miles Morey

Join senior Miles Morey in a sit-down with President John S. Pistole, affectionately known as PJP to Anderson University students. They discuss Pistole’s decade as AU president, how his past roles and faith prepared him for leadership, favorite memories, and what the future holds for him and the school. Don’t miss his message to all […]

Bird-eye view of Anderson University's campus

Major academic restructuring ahead: Fall 2025 will begin with changes to departments on campus

April 28, 2025 By Abigail Goldman

The latest change coming to AU is the restructuring of several academic departments on campus; including professor offices shifting around campus. The 2024-25 academic year for AU has been full of major announcements to the changes coming to campus. From President Pistole’s retirement to several majors being phased out, the AU community will have a […]

Tate Ivanyo's picture along with his personal motto "How you do one thing is how you do everything".

Ivanyo caps off stellar career with top honor

April 24, 2025 By Miles Morey

Tate Ivanyo arrived at Anderson University as a soft-spoken freshman with a love for basketball and a desire to give his all in every facet of college. Four years later, he prepares to walk away as the 2025 men’s basketball Jostens Trophy recipient—a national honor recognizing excellence in athletics, academics, and service. The award, presented […]

AU senior speakers Anna Pescio and Jaden Soller on the podium.

Senior and Honors Chapel celebrates academic excellence 

April 18, 2025 By Catherina Shultz

Anderson University held its annual Senior and Honors Convocation Chapel on Thursday morning in Reardon Auditorium. The event recognized outstanding academic achievement among students and honored members of the graduating class of 2025. The ceremony began with a welcome and prayer led by President John S. Pistole. Samuel Cho, class of 2025, read The Great […]

Student Korey Rees smiling and giving two thumbs up in front of the Thy Kingdom Come Mural

AU’s new diversity mural “Thy Kingdom Come” dedicated with a promise and a thankful heart

April 4, 2025 By Abigail Goldman

The diversity mural “Thy Kingdom Come” in the Haven was dedicated this afternoon on Friday, April 4th at 12:30 p.m. by Center for Intercultural Engagement (CIE) director Brian “B” Martin.  This dedication was more than a long list of thanks; Martin wanted the staff, faculty and students that attended to understand the significance of having […]

A picture of a movement from one of the pieces where all except one of the dancers have collapsed onto the floor.

Hope from the Ashes | Spring into Dance: The Finale

March 25, 2025 By Abigail Jeyakaran

“I just hope that other people can see the Lord through our dancing.” – Ashlie Dent “Spring into Dance: The Finale” is the last main stage concert with dance as a program at Anderson University since the program was eliminated by university administration last fall. The performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. this Friday, […]

A front perspective of the crowd with AU students holding the flags of different countries.

AU’s 60th Peace and Justice march in pictures

March 20, 2025 By Abigail Jeyakaran

The pictures below are provided by Miles Morey. Click or swipe through the slideshow to read the story and view the pictures.

Picture of 2023 Peace and Justice March with AU members holding flags of various countries

The 60-year legacy of AU’s Peace and Justice March

March 14, 2025 By Abigail Jeyakaran

Anderson University is hosting the 60th anniversary of the annual Peace and Justice March from Reardon Auditorium to Anderson’s Dickmann Town Center next week at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18th. For those who don’t have the option to walk to the Town Center, there will be a shuttle taking participants from the auditorium. “We […]

Johnson's Gallery

Wilson Gallery exhibit in collaboration with PACT, featuring Willard Johnson

February 26, 2025 By Ozzy Tharp

Since Feb. 7, AU students and the community alike have had access to a number of artworks created by Willard Johnson, a graduate of Anderson University, as part of the PACT program (Peace and Conflict Transformation). Johnson, who was born in Seoul, South Korea in 1987, completed his BA in Studio Arts with a Concentration […]

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Andersonian April 15, 2024

In our last newscast of the 2023-2024 school year, hear about the 2024 total solar eclipse, exemplary athletic recognition, AU’s PRSSA murder mystery event and AU’s commencement ceremony on May 4, 2024.

Andersonian March 25, 2024

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President John Pistole Retrospective: God Qualifies the Called (Podcast)

Join senior Miles Morey in a sit-down with President John S. Pistole, affectionately known as PJP to Anderson University students. They discuss Pistole’s decade as AU president, how his past roles and faith prepared him for leadership, favorite memories, and what the future holds for him and the school. Don’t miss his message to all […]

Rick Garrett

Hear from AU Police Chief, Rick Garrett, in an interview with Benjamin Gaston.

Michael Mosser

Anderson University alumnus, Michael Mosser, speaks about his life teaching and coaching at Adams Central High School.

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