Hosting a program designed to feed the minds, bodies and souls of area children, Allen Chapel Fellowship Hall dedicates three nights a week to any young person who knocks on the front door. Not only do volunteers supply dinner, tutoring and a literacy program, they even add an enrichment component to the evening.
AU professors practice what they teach
December 8th, 2011
Anderson University professors spend a great deal of time mentoring students in the classroom. But they also routinely take the material they instill in the minds of their students outside of the classroom and into their respective communities.
Following are just four examples of the many faculty who are active in the community.
Dr. Marie Morris named provost at Anderson University
November 1st, 2011
The Anderson University Board of Trustees recently announced that Dr. Marie S. Morris has been named provost for the university, effective immediately. As provost, Morris reports to the president and will serve as chief academic officer for academic programs (excluding the School of Theology) and provide administrative oversight for areas including educational support services, information technology services, intercultural studies, Nicholson Library, registrar’s office, institutional strategic planning, and institutional research and effectiveness.
U.S. News and World Report ranks AU among top Midwest universities
September 13th, 2011
Anderson University (Anderson, Ind.) once again earned a place in the top tier among Regional Universities – Midwest in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges 2012 guidebook. The exclusive rankings, which include more than 1,400 schools nationwide, are available today online, and will also be published in U.S. News & World Report, on newsstands starting September 20. This marks the eighth consecutive year AU has been ranked among the nation’s best colleges.
Anderson University unveils new logo, brand direction
August 22nd, 2011
Anderson University unveiled a new logo and matching web designs today during the opening faculty and staff session to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year. This is the first major redesign of the logo since 1994. In addition, the university unveiled a new communication strategy to distinguish Anderson University through a variety of media—such as billboard and television commercials—that will be available in the fall.
Forbes.com names Anderson University one of America’s Top Colleges
August 5th, 2011
For the first time, Forbes.com has named Anderson University one of America’s Top Colleges.
Forbes.com included only the top 20 percent of all undergraduate institutions in the 2011 rankings. The rankings were prepared by the Center for College Affordability and Productivity (CCAP).
Service awards presented to Farmen and Hippensteel
May 31st, 2011
Anderson University recently gave John A. Morrison Awards to Dr. William “Bill” Farmen and Connie Hippensteel for their commitment and diligent service to AU.
AU celebrates academics with Scholars’ Day
April 27th, 2011
Anderson University celebrated student academic work at the second annual Scholars’ Day on April 26. The event in Reardon Auditorium featured poster presentations from more than 20 students, representing various academic departments on campus.
AU students recognized for academic achievement
April 19th, 2011
Six Anderson University seniors were recognized during honors chapel/convocation on April 19, 2011, for achieving a 4.0 cumulative GPA during their years at AU. Renee Bader, Elizabeth Barrow, Ambrosia Davidson, Keith Sayer, Joanna Tilley, and Samantha Toeller received awards for their outstanding academic achievement. Gabe Miller and Ellen Thompson were also recognized with the Outstanding Senior Athlete Award for their academic and athletic achievement, campus involvement, and leadership.
