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Glory to God

By Hanna Fritz · Monday, March 17, 2025

On February 27 at 7 p.m. in Rediger Auditorium, the Black Student Union (BSU) gathered students, faculty and members of local Destiny Church together for a night of worship.

Taylor Idol: a night of competition, singing and laughter

By Sadie Maples · Monday, March 17, 2025

“I hated almost every performance, and I think this is the last time Taylor Idol will ever be hosted,” Bryce Swift, senior management major, said while playing the role of a stereotypical harsh critic for Taylor Idol.

Anora brings home gold with five Academy Awards at the Oscars

By Caleb Joshua Heffron · Monday, March 17, 2025

Independent film “Anora” became the surprise winner at the 97th Academy Awards, taking home five awards from six nominations in a massive win for small-budget filmmaking.

Taylor University premieres film festival in Horne

By Ellie Schaufelberger · Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Taylor University’s Envision Film Festival anticipates cinematic enchantment as prospective students compete for scholarships, film and media arts students compete for cash prizes and successful industry workers make guest appearances.

Sense and Sensibility brings romance and humor to stage

By Kate Delaney · Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Expressive voices and illustrious characters with posh accents flooded Mitchell Theatre on Feb. 20-23.

Nostalgia Night highlights student stars

By Ella Watson · Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Nostalgia Night blasted off into an evening of music, talent and fun.

“Working: The Musical” and how it worked

By Hanna Fritz · Monday, Feb. 24, 2025

This January, the lights dimmed in the Recital Hall, allowing audience members to settle into their seats as the first strains of “Working: the Musical” soared out.

A Journey of Growth for the Music Teacher

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Monday, Feb. 24, 2025

“Soon enough, I'll have a room full of students who are singing about the glory of God!” Bethany Myers, a music education senior said.

Soul Signatures

By Hanna Fritz · Monday, Feb. 24, 2025

Could art, faith, and professional therapy collide in just one painting?

Gas City PAC embraces evolving presence

By Kate Delaney · Monday, Feb. 24, 2025

The Gas City Performing Arts Center (PAC) has been gearing up to highlight more eclectic artists and shows since its grand opening on Oct. 11.

Celebrations and Snubs: the 67th Grammys

By Ella Watson · Monday, Feb. 24, 2025

Shocking wins and unexpected snubs rocked the 67th Grammys, with big winners Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar stealing the show.

Taylor Theatre is working on ‘Working’ for upcoming J-term

By Sadie Maples · Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024

Taylor musical “Working” debuts over the last weekend of J-term, but the cast of 16 has been preparing since auditions ended.

Syswerda releases collaborative Christmas song

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024

“Are You Ready,” showcases more than just sleigh bells and snowflakes. Todd Syswerda, professor of music composition, songwriting and music technology, wrote a new Christmas song for the Taylor community putting a spotlight on the manger. The song's theme explores the incredible joy of angels announcing Jesus' birth.

‘Rooting Upward’ dance concert takes the stage

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024

The lights beamed in Mitchell Theatre, as six dance pieces and more than twenty dancers stole the stage on November 22 and 23.

Joseph Pak releases book addressing self-deception in faith

By Kate Delaney · Monday, Nov. 18, 2024

Room 142 in Zondervan Library is normally quiet. But on Nov. 14, it hosted a lively group of students and faculty who leaned in to hear one charismatic professor’s story.Joseph Pak, an adjunct professor of biblical studies, presented his brand-new book, “What the Bible Says about the Dangers of Self-Deception: An Exegetical Approach.”

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Ashlyn Hanson captures nuances of high society in novel ‘Haisley’

By Ella Watson · Monday, Nov. 18, 2024

A high society girl learns to lean on her friends and herself in the face of impossible decisions and challenging situations in the novel “Haisley.” The young adult novel was written by sophomore finance major Ashlyn Hanson during her senior year in high school. The novel focuses on a high society entitled girl named Haisley who is thrust into the modeling industry.

Fabrica revives vintage clothing on Taylor runway

By Kate Delaney · Monday, Nov. 18, 2024

The click of high heels and Nike Air Force shoes were drowned out by applause as pastel hues flashed and circled the runway in the Atrium of the Euler Science Complex. Approximately 65 student models walked in Taylor’s annual “Fabrica” fashion show on Nov. 9, hosted by Integration of Faith and Culture (IFC). Many of the participating students modeled for several of the different categories.

‘Nocturne’ student musical to use Upland night sky as inspiration

By Kate Delaney · Monday, Nov. 11, 2024

"Nocturne” is an up-and-coming musical that Josiah Friesen, a senior music theory and composition major, has been writing for the past one and a half years. He described it as a journey through the night sky with 18 songs circling around the various themes of the stars.

‘The Madwoman of Chaillot’ paints a world of madness and beauty

By Lauren Warner · Monday, Nov. 11, 2024

As the lights dimmed and the French accordion music faded, audiences were swept away on a two-and-a-half hour ride through the marvelously mad world of The Madwoman of Chaillot.

Mosaic Night unveils a night of music and spice

By Ella Watson · Monday, Nov. 11, 2024

Creativity and culture converged as students from diverse backgrounds took the stage, inviting the audience to catch a glimpse of their unique identities through artistic expressions. Mosaic Night festivities opened at 5 p.m., Nov. 2, with the Global Market in the LaRita Boren Student Center. It was followed by the show at 8 p.m. in Rediger Auditorium.