“Nothing is more inspiring than to see this kind of giving that expresses so much about those who are at work on the campus every day and who share a vision for our future,” said Dr. James L. Edwards, president of Anderson University. “Theirs is one of the very best of the many stories we have to tell in this transforming effort. We are so grateful to our faculty and staff for their outstanding response to the campaign.”

“It is so wonderful that such a substantial percentage of our dedicated faculty and staff have provided financial support for our campaign at such a significant level,” said Bob Coffman, vice-president for Advancement at Anderson University. “The level of participation on-campus is truly remarkable within higher education circles. This kind of commitment is viewed as a very positive factor by other potential donors from outside the campus community as they consider their own gifts.”

“In addition to the outstanding contributions our faculty and staff make daily in support of the mission of AU, the high percentage of individuals willing to participate in the on-campus portion of the campaign is truly an example of going the extra mile,” said Janet Brewer, director of Nicholson Library at Anderson University and co-chair of the On-Campus Campaign Initiative.

The campaign will raise support for endowment and scholarships; facilities and equipment; academic and student programs; and operational needs. Major components of the campaign include $51 million for capital projects, $34 million for endowment and $25 for operational support. At the time of launch, the university announced that more than $61 million had been received in gifts and commitments. The last major campaign effort for Anderson University, with a goal of $75 million, ended in 1999 and raised $83.7 million.

Gospel music legends Bill and Gloria Gaither serve as co-chairs of the National Campaign Advisory Commission. Co-chairing the National Campaign Cabinet are Tom L. Ward, chairman of the Board of Directors and chief executive officer of SandRidge Energy, Inc.; and James B. Winner, president of Winner Advisors.

For more information about the “Dreams. Discovery. Direction.” campaign for Anderson University, visit the campaign site or contact the Anderson University Office of Development at (800) 421-1025.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 65 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

“When my twins were diagnosed with autism in 2000, at age 3, there was very little information available,” said Dugan. “I was fortunate to meet some very knowledgeable people through an autism support group. With one in every 126 children being diagnosed in the state of Indiana, the need for support is growing.”

The symposium offers three sessions designed for parents and family of children diagnosed with Autism and Aspergers, educators and therapists. Cathy Pratt from the Indiana Resource Center for Autism will host “Teaching Alternative Behaviors” at 9 a.m. “Neurobiology and Pharmacological treatment of Autism” will be hosted by Dr. David Posey from the Riley Autism Clinic at 10 a.m. Susan Pieples from the Autism Society of Indiana will speak on “Parenting outside the box - possibilities for our children’s futures” at 11 a.m. After lunch there will be a panel featuring parents of Autistic spectrum children, ranging in age from preschool to adult.

“I conceived of this symposium in conjunction with my art exhibit at the Indianapolis Art Center as a means of offering support, information, and awareness about autism. I was awarded the Lilly Scholars Grant through Anderson University to make this exhibit and symposium a reality,” said Dugan.

“It is important for people to understand that this disorder doesn’t go away; there is no cure. These children are going to grow up to become adults. If we provide intervention early on, we can assist these children to become functioning members of society.”

The event is free and open to the public. Box lunches will be provided to all participants free of charge. For more information contact Kathleen Dugan.
—David Hynds is the Web Content Specialist for Anderson University.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 65 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

Eric Davis is a Computer Science major from Anderson, Ind. After graduation Eric will pursue a career with Interactive Intelligence, a software company located in Indianapolis that focuses on business communication.

Michelle Deal is a Nursing major from Fishers, Ind. Michelle plans to enjoy her summer by spending time backpacking and traveling to Egypt and the Grand Canyon. In the fall, she will begin a masters program at Vanderbilt University to become a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Alex Erwin is a Christian Ministries and Mathematics double major from Greenfield, Ind. Upon returning from his last Tri-S trip to Africa after graduation, Alex plans to pursue a career in a nonprofit organization with an emphasis on helping the poor and disenfranchised.

Aaron Kaczmarek is Bible and Religion and History double major from Glendale, Ariz. After graduation Aaron plans to participate in an Americorps program for a year. He will then pursue Masters degree in Theological Studies primarily focusing on the intersection of cultural theories and theology in the urban context.

Mark Price is a Biology and Chemistry double major from Massillon, Ohio. After graduation, Mark will attend either Ohio State University or Case Western Reserve Medical School to pursue a career in medicine. This summer, he will participate in a cross-country bicycle trip from Indiana to California to help raise money for the ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) association.

Melissa Miller is a Social Work major from Goshen, Ind. After graduation, she will attend the University of Oklahoma for their advanced standing Master’s program in Social Work
The ceremony also honored outstanding senior athletes, Gwen Kemple, Amanda Nagy, Sean Hudson and Denny Kimmel.

Gwen Kemple competed with the cross country and track team for four years. She won the 5,000 and finished second in the 10,000 in each of the last two HCAC Championships (2006-07). In 2006, she won the 5,000 at the HCAC Track Championships and qualified for the national meet in the 10,000. Kemple has been All-Conference, All-Regional and an All-American in cross country. She won the HCAC championships in cross country in 2004 and 2007. She has been an Academic All-American in both track and cross country and is on the Dean’s List at AU. She is an English major from Rushville, Ind.

Amanda Nagy competed with the track team for four years. She won the 100, 200, 400 relay and 1,600 relay at the 2007 HCAC Championships and was named HCAC Track MVP in 2006 after winning the 100, 200, 400 relay and 1,600 relay. In 2006, Nagy qualified for the national meet in the 100. She also won the 100 and 200 at the HCAC Championships in 2005. Nagy currently holds school records in the 55 (7.32), 100 (12.08) and 200 (25.28), 400 relay (49.53), 800 relay and 1,600 relay (4:05.10) team. She is an Athletic Training major from Wickliffe, Ohio.

Sean Hudson competed for four years with the cross country and track teams. He was All-HCAC and All-Regional in 2006 after finishing second at the HCAC Championships and 15th at the Great Lakes Regional. He was All-HCAC in cross country in 2005, finishing second at the HCAC Championships. Hudson qualified for the national meet in the 5,000 in track and is a two-time HCAC champion in the 1,500. He was HCAC Freshman of the Year, All-Regional (25th), Academic All-American and All-HCAC after finishing third at the HCAC cross country meet in 2005. Hudson is a History major from Shelbyville, Ind.

Denny Kimmel led the football team in rushing last year despite playing in only three games before using a medical redshirt. He holds the NCAA Div. III record for career receptions by a running back with 171 and was an All-American and the North Region Offensive Player of the Year in 2005 after rushing for a school-record 1,308 yards and 10 TDs. Kimmel set eight school records in 2005. In 2004, he was 2nd Team All-HCAC after rushing for 785 yards and an HCAC leading 13 TDs, and also caught 44 passes for 317 yards and a TD. Kimmel is a Criminal Justice major from Markleville, Ind.

—David Hynds is the Web Content Specialist for Anderson University.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 65 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

The event was attended by Betty Martin Church, granddaughter of hall’s namesake, Earl Martin; Joy Loyd, former resident and Martin’s niece; former Resident Directors Melissa Sprock, Erin Davis and Pam and Don Taylor; current RD Abby Long; and other current and former residents.

Memories were relived through a slide show, photo-collages, and a video created by resident Lauren Householder. Several former residents shared favorite memories and stories from their days living in Martin Hall. All testified to the longevity of the relationships built there.

Loyd told of her adventures in Martin, folding her roommate up in a couch, sleeping atop Warner Auditorium and making a midnight run to the Truck Stop. She paid tribute to Earl Martin who founded the hall and served as the dean of the School of Theology, commenting on how many lives he had touched through his service at Anderson College.

Pam Taylor served as RD with her husband Don from 1972 to 1976. Pam recounted stories of spontaneous Bible studies, taking care of girls who got sick in the middle of the night and the bonds of friendship and sisterhood which developed through the sharing of hard times. Don reminisced about the pranks that residents pulled on him during their time in Martin.

Junior Brooke Hynds was a resident in Martin her freshman year and an RA her sophomore year. Hynds shared the story of the bond she developed with three girls on her hall freshman year whom she still lives with. She said that her RA staff bonded early in the year, and those relationships are still strong today.

Martin Hall will be renovated in the summer of 2008. Renovations include opening up the lobby, installing new furniture and flooring, adding several rooms, upgrading the bathrooms and installing a new air conditioning and heating system.

The celebration attested to the endurance of the friendships, memories and stories that have been created over the past 50 years in Martin Hall.

—David Hynds is the Web Content Specialist for Anderson University.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

Students in the Falls School of Business will have a new choice in major beginning in the fall of 2008. The Falls School of Business will be offering a Global Business major beginning with the next catalog year. The 65-credit hour major also requires students to enroll in at least six hours of international experience to be approved by the dean and take additional hours of a foreign language.

“Anderson University, by tradition, is internationally focused,” said Terry Truitt, dean of the Falls School of Business. “Strong programs like Tri-S, our foreign language department, and AU-East Africa show the University’s broad reach… The global mindset isn’t something new; we are just building on our strengths.”

The Department of Communication Arts has undergone extensive restructuring in this new catalog. Communication Arts majors now have the option to specialize in Audio/Video/Cinema Production, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism and Public Relations. The department also offers a major in Theatre Arts. The department also offers opportunities for practical experiences seldom seen at the undergraduate level.

Donald Boggs, chair of the Department of Communication Arts, said, “Communication media have changed dramatically since our Mass Communication major was created in 1977 and we have restructured the department and the major to reflect the changes. The Internet and other factors have brought a ‘convergence’ of media and specialized media. Meeting the needs of niche audiences will represent the future of communication.”

Through the Federal National Professional Development grant, the ENL program is now able to provide students with an ENL license, training educators to assist English language learners in the classroom.

The ENL program helps educators serve the needs of English language learners, gain cross-cultural understanding and experience hybrid classes with face-to-face and online work. Ryan Weiss, Assistant to the Director said, “New teachers often face a challenge in teaching LEP students. We give teachers the tools and instruments to overcome these obstacles.”

—David Hynds is the Web Content Specialist for Anderson University.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 65 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

Living Out tells the story of the complicated relationship between a Salvadoran nanny and her Anglo employer. Both women are smart, hard-working mothers. Both want better lives for their children. This play explores the shared humanity between them and the differences wrought by race, class, and Ana’s illegal status.

According to Variety, the play is, “A bitingly funny new comedy. The plight of working mothers is explored from two pointedly contrasting perspectives in this sympathetic, sensitive new play.”

The play starts at 7:30 on April 17-19 and 25-26. Tickets cost $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and military and $5 for students. Contact the Byrum Hall box office at 765-641-4351 for more information.

—David Hynds is the Web Content Specialist for Anderson University.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

Taught on the Anderson University campus, instructors are award-winning producers, engineers, songwriters, artist managers, booking agents, and label execs responsible for the success of artists such as Switchfoot, Newsboys, David Crowder Band, Nichole Nordeman, Mat Kearney, MercyMe, Audio Adrenaline, and Israel Houghton.

Instructors during the OrangeHaus Music Business Camp include Charlie Peacock, a Grammy-winning producer who was awarded “Producer of the Year” three times at the GMA Dove Awards; Sam Chappell, Senior Vice President of Business Affairs & Development at Integrity Music Media; Richie Biggs, Mastering Engineer at Runway Network in Nashville who has numerous engineering credits that include Switchfoot, Newsboys, Phil Keaggy, and Petra.

Also instructing is Dr. Rebecca Chappell, Professor of Music at Anderson University where she teaches music business and woodwinds as well as supervises the music business internship program; Dr. Mark Murray, Professor of Music at Anderson University who teaches music business and trumpet; and James Hodgin, owner and artist manager for Dryve Artist Management in Nashville who represents Christian artists such as Thousand Foot Krutch, Bethany Dillon, Shawn McDonald, and Dave Barnes

Cost for the OrangeHaus Music Business Camp experience is $525 (housing, meals, and tuition). A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon application, with final payment due no later than June 15. After June 15, registration cost will be $600. For more information visit: www.musicbusinesscamp.com.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

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AU will award James T. Morris with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree and Phyllis R. Naylor with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree.

Other events scheduled on Anderson University’s May 10 commencement day include the Falls School of Business hooding ceremony at 11:30 a.m. in Byrum Hall for candidates of both Master of Business Administration and Doctor of Business Administration degrees. In addition, the hooding ceremony for the School of Education will also be conducted at 12 noon on May 10 (as well as the certification ceremony for the Teach in Indiana Program–TIP) in Schield dining room of the Olt Student Center.

Earlier events associated with commencement weekend include the School of Theology Senior Recognition and Awards Chapel on Tuesday, April 29, at 11 a.m. EDT in Miller Chapel. In addition, a special pinning ceremony for the Anderson University School of Nursing will be conducted on Friday, May 9 at 6 p.m. in Byrum Hall.

James T. Morris serves as Special Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and President for Pacers Sports and Entertainment. Before joining the Pacers, Morris spent five years as the Executive Director for the United Nations World Food Programme. As head of WFP, Morris oversaw the world’s largest food aid organization, with more than 12,000 staff members, 90 percent of whom work in the developing world.

In July 2002, Morris was appointed UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan’s Special Envoy for Humanitarian Needs in Southern Africa, a region which continues to be gripped by a major food emergency. In 2003, he successfully guided the World Food Programme in carrying out the largest humanitarian operation in history, feeding 27 million Iraqis.

After serving six years in city government in Indianapolis, Ind., Morris moved to the Lilly Endowment, Inc. in 1973. He served as president for six years until 1989. Morris then became chairman and chief executive officer of IWC Resources Corporation and Indianapolis Water Company.

While serving in these leadership roles and on several corporate boards, Morris has carved time out of this already busy schedule for volunteer activities. He was affiliated with the United States Olympic Committee as treasurer and as chairman of the audit and ethics committee, was a member of the Board of Governors of the American Red Cross, and was chairman of the Board of Trustees of Indiana University. He has contributed time and guidance to many civic and community organizations.

Phyllis R. Naylor, author of the 1992 Newbery Medal winner Shiloh, was born in Anderson, Ind. She wrote her first book in kindergarten and sold her first story at age 16 for $4.67. Before she started writing full-time in 1960, Naylor worked as a teacher and editor. Since she sold her first children’s book in 1965, she has written 136 books for children and adults.

Shiloh is the story of an 11-year-old Marty Preston who chances upon a mistreated beagle pup in his hometown of Friendly, West Virginia. Marty is not prepared for the ethical questions he has to face. Should he return the dog to its owner, only to have the animal abused again? Should he tell his parents? Should he steal food to help the poor creature? Marty’s efforts to cope with these questions provides the moral backbone for this story, which is presented in a language and manner that will be understood by third- and fourth-grade readers.

Kimberly Majeski grew up in Nashville, Tennessee and graduated from college with a degree in Political Science. After serving on the staff of a United States Congressman and two state representatives including the Speaker of the House and the Majority Floor Leader, Majeski received a call from God to preach. She immediately began preparing and studying for what has now become her life’s work.

Majeski served on the pastoral staff of the Trinity First Church of God in Nashville, Tennessee and also served as the Director of Education for the Cumberland Crisis Pregnancy Center where she enjoyed an extensive speaking ministry taking the message of truth and purity to many churches, women’s events and to over 13,000 young people in the public school system.

Majeski was ordained in 2000 and earned her Master of Divinity in 2003 from Anderson University School of Theology while serving as a Ministry Coordinator in the national offices of Women of the Church of God. During her career, she has served as a conference speaker, women’s retreat leader, Bible teacher, and pastor, She is married to Kevin Majeski and the two now live in Anderson, Indiana where Kimberly is the campus pastor of Anderson University.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

Royte looks at recycling, E-waste and the zero waste movement from all sides, and discusses the practical ways in which we can achieve positive change by limiting our waste footprints.

In Garbage Land, Royte leads readers on the wild adventure that begins once our trash hits the bottom of the can. Royte takes readers on a bizarre cultural tour through slime, stench, and heat—in other words, through the back end of our ever-more supersized lifestyles. By showing what really happens to the things people have “disposed of”, Royte reminds readers that decisions about consumption and waste have a very real impact—and that unless we undertake radical change, garbage will always be with us, in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we consume.

Elizabeth Royte has written for The New York Times Magazine, Harper’s, National Geographic, The New York Times Book Review, the New Yorker, Outside, Smithsonian,and other national magazines. Her work is included in The Best American Science Writing 2004 (Ecco/HarperCollins), the environmental omnibus Naked(FourWallsEightWindows), and Outside Magazine’s Why Moths Hate Thomas Edison (W.W. Norton & Company). A former Alicia Patterson Foundation fellow, Royte is the author of The Tapir’s Morning Bath: Solving the Mysteries of the Tropical Rain Forest, a New York Times Notable Book of the Year for 2001.

The PACT Program was established in 1997 through the vision of Maurice and Dondeena Caldwell. The program seeks to encourage the inclusion of the concerns of peace and conflict transformation into the existing curriculum and campus life. The program also offers a Peace and Conflict Transformation minor.

—David Hynds is the Web Content Specialist for Anderson University.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.

Recently featured on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” Patrick Henry Hughes was born without eyes and without the ability to fully straighten his arms and legs, making him unable to walk. Additionally, two steel rods were surgically attached to Patrick’s spine to correct scoliosis. Despite these circumstances, Patrick has overcome these physical issues to excel as a musician and student. He started playing the piano at the age of only nine months, and also plays the trumpet and sings. He has been featured on ESPN, ABC-TV, Oprah, CBS-TV, The Ellen Show, FOX-TV, CSTV, People Magazine, and Sports Illustrated. Patrick has made appearances across the country and has performed in South America and Europe.

Honored with 39 Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards, three Platinum and five Gold recordings, Sandi Patty is the most-awarded female vocalist in contemporary Christian music history. She has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “A Capitol Fourth with the National Symphony,” and ABC’s 2002 “In Search For America: A July 4th Musical Celebration,” among other programs. In addition, Patty has been a familiar voice in such settings as three United States Presidential Inaugural Gala events, the rededication of the Statue of Liberty and Billy Graham Crusades in the United States and Argentina.

Nicole C. Mullen is an award-winning Christian recording artist, songwriter and choreographer—earning both Grammy and Dove awards. During her career she has worked with Michael W. Smith, Newsboys, Jaci Velasquez and Amy Grant to name a few. She’s collected eight Gospel Music Association Dove Awards, including two Female Vocalist of the Year honors, two Song of Year honors (”On My Knees” and “Redeemer”),” Songwriter of the Year and the 2005 Urban Album of the Year for her previous CD, Everyday People. Beyond her music, she has called attention to atrocities in Ghana, West Africa, and has established the Baby Girls Club, an organization that mentors young women.

Patsy Clairmont has been described as petite, profound, and playful. These words help to describe her size, her message and her humor. Patsy comes from an uncommon background. Her years of suffering as a prisoner in her own home, a victim of agoraphobia, have given her a deep appreciation of God’s healing power. Patsy now travels throughout the U.S. providing humor for the heart and hope for the healing. Currently, she is a speaker with the Women of Faith conferences, speaking to tens of thousands of women each month. In her eleven years with Women of Faith she has reached over 3 million women. She has written many best-selling books cooperatively with the other Women of Faith speakers. The latest is Contagious Joy!

Tickets are $20 for main floor seating and $17 for balcony and group purchases of 10 or more tickets. All proceeds from the evening’s ticket sales will provide a way for the Center for Character Development at Anderson University to reach children and those who shape their lives in this region of the country. Contact the Reardon Auditorium box office (Phone: 765-641-4140) or Ticketmaster (service fees apply) at for reserved seats.

For more information about the Center for Character Development at Anderson University call 765-641-3861.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,700 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology.