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Broadcasting class brings students to WANE 15

By Kate Delaney · Monday, Sept. 30, 2024

This semester, six journalism students have stepped into the live newsroom of WANE 15 (WANE-TV) to watch and learn how to create amidst the pressure of deadlines.The collaboration between WANE 15 and the Pulliam Journalism Center has been offered on demand the past few years, and is designed to help students gain real-world experience, Jenna Huff, news director for WANE 15, said.

Original play “Will We Ever Be Well?” comes alive

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024

Taylor’s Theatre Department displayed a story of conflict, emotion, mystery and the debate over death. “Will We Ever Be Well?” was a play written by Ris Bland, a senior majoring in musical theater, in collaboration with Tracy Manning, the assistant professor of theatre arts, managing and artistic director of theatre.

‘Perm’ celebrates the creative legacy of TU women through art

By Ella Watson · Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024

On Aug. 27, Metcalf Gallery welcomed the “Perm” Art Exhibition, a selection of Taylor University’s permanent art collection, showcasing the legacy of art created by Taylor women over the years.

Taylor Art Department welcomes new leadership and professors

By Kate Delaney · Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024

The Taylor University Art department has seen an influx of new and experienced faces who are teaching this fall semester. It has a number of new professors teaching classes, including Landin Brown, Matthew Herrmann, Mark Masuoka and Michael Medlock. Additionally, longtime Taylor employee Beth Kaylor began a new position as the Art department program assistant this summer.

‘It Ends With Us’ experiences backlash, scrutiny on marketing tactics

By Samantha Saad · Monday, Sept. 23, 2024

Ryan Reynolds stepped into the pop culture spotlight with the release of “Deadpool & Wolverine” this July. Not long afterward, his spouse Blake Lively did as well in her latest film, “It Ends With Us,” based on author Colleen Hoover’s romance novel of the same name.

OIP organization kicks off intercultural events for fall semester

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Monday, Sept. 23, 2024

Students from all over the world will be engaging together through music, dance and food this fall at Taylor University. The intercultural events have created student leaders through conversations and culture showcased in different affinity groups on campus.

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Horne installs LED wall with 3D effects

By Kate Delaney · Monday, Sept. 23, 2024

A brand-new dimension was added to the view inside of the Horne Academic Center at Taylor University when it installed one more wall in the building. Down the hall in the building is a gigantic sound stage. The dark room built to house film productions will now hold an opportunity for students to capture the virtual world on film.

Madelin Crawford, a rising junior at Taylor University, spent 10 days at Camp Hoblitzelle in Midlothian, Texas. Photo provided by Camp Hoblitzelle.

Taylor student learns film at ‘The Chosen’ workshop camp

By Kate Delaney · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024

Madelin Crawford, a rising junior studying film and media arts, discovered this aspect of learning when she spent time with the cast and crew of “The Chosen” television series at Camp Hoblitzelle in Midlothian, Texas.

‘Thanks A Lot, Eve!’ senior hosts finish strong with their last show

By Anna Mitchell · Wednesday, May 15, 2024

“Welcome to ‘Thanks a Lot, Eve!’ the show for women and by women, and men can listen too.” Seniors Hannah Johnson and Tayler Owens, film and media majors, have started their show “Thanks a Lot, Eve!” this way almost every week since their freshman year.

Film and Media Arts senior awards show wraps up the year

By Devin Smith · Wednesday, May 15, 2024

As filming wraps up for the seniors' narrative projects, so does their college experience. The 2024 school year has been coming to a close, and seniors in the Taylor University film and media arts major put the finishing touches on their narrative film projects and cobbled together a reel highlighting their various projects over the years.

Four senior recitals showcase hours of hard work

By Kate Delaney · Wednesday, May 15, 2024

As the last music note resounded, a lifetime of memories flashed through their heads. Five seniors gave the final bow to an audience of supporters, and a sigh of relief escaped their lips as the year 2024 marked the end of a sweet song.

3D Design students work on self-portraits for their final project

By Anna Mitchell · Thursday, May 9, 2024

If you were an animal, which one would you be? This was the question the 3D design students were faced with for their final project. They were given the assignment to sculpt a self-portrait, but with a twist: it had to be an animal.

Taylor Theatre’s ‘Newsies’ sells out first three shows

By Devin Smith · Thursday, May 9, 2024

Extra! Extra! Disney’s “Newsies” sells out at the Taylor University Theatre.

The President’s Ball takes center stage in Euler Atrium

By Kate Delaney · Wednesday, May 8, 2024

A sparkle of sequins and glimmer of lights was met by hundreds of voices singing together as the Euler Atrium was lit up on April 27 for Taylor’s annual President’s Ball.

‘The Tortured Poets Department’ highlights turbulence of love

By Makenna McCord · Thursday, May 2, 2024

“The Tortured Poets Department” sends listeners through all the stages of grief at once. This gloriously chaotic work of art reveals the inner mind of one of today’s top musical artists.

Künstlerroman showcases graduating seniors portfolio

By Enoch Eicher · Thursday, May 2, 2024

14 senior art majors brought their time at Taylor to a close with a senior exhibition titled “Künstlerroman.” The art showcased was a culmination of the artistic brilliance and enthusiasm that the students had developed over their years at Taylor.

Residence halls combine for Taylor’s 40th Airband

By Anna Mitchell · Thursday, May 2, 2024

Working nine to five, Taylor University students put together the 40th Airband on April 20, with two showings at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., respectively. Family and friends gathered as the lights went down and fog rolled in.

Monkey Man delivers political message in action-packed story

By Enoch Eicher · Thursday, April 25, 2024

"Monkey Man" blends fast-paced action with social commentary, reflecting India's societal divides. Director Dev Patel intertwines folklore with political critique, offering a unique perspective on Indian cinema. The film underscores the necessity of radical action in combating injustice, signaling Patel's promising future as a director.

Voices of Resilience showcases autobiographical artwork

By Kate Delaney · Thursday, April 25, 2024

In the softly lit recital hall of the Smith-Hermanson Music Center, a student’s voice echoed as she read the words, “You don’t tell me what I get to eat; my body is mine.”Voices of Resilience welcomed students from across campus to share their mental health experiences through different mediums of art, sophomore Abby Portolese, PAX member, said.

Taylor University celebrates Asian Heritage Month

By Anna Mitchell · Thursday, April 25, 2024

This April, Taylor University celebrates Asian Heritage Month. The Asian Students’ Intercultural Association (ASIA) has worked hard to put on multiple events, inviting the Taylor community to join them in celebrating their culture.