CHOIR: Praise is spreading through the Taylor U. community
By Kali Siemers | March 5Smiling big, stomping feet and clapping hands to the beat. Taylor University is filled with praise to the Lord as the gospel choir continues to grow in numbers.
Smiling big, stomping feet and clapping hands to the beat. Taylor University is filled with praise to the Lord as the gospel choir continues to grow in numbers.
This past weekend was a busy one for Taylor’s track and field team. Both the men’s and women’s teams had outstanding performances at the Crossroads League Championships. The women’s team finished fourth overall with 125.5 points. The men’s team finished fifth with a total of 66 points.
Taylor track and field athletes headed to Azusa, California to compete in the Bryan Clay Invitational on Apr. 12.
Track and field can come across as a strictly individual sport; however, there is more of a team aspect driving everyone that goes unseen.
Taylor Westgate drove the Trojans women’s basketball team with determination and patience.
Buzz is in the air as the NBA trade deadline comes to an end for this season right before teams head into playoffs.
The Kingdom-minded investment club (IXL) grows as students become interested in finances on campus. Last school year, IXL had one member in the club. This year, numbers have increased to 60 members — most being freshmen.
A team consisting of Upland locals opened a community garden to promote a fresher way of living. In summer 2022, a group of local citizens had an idea to connect the community while also bringing about newly harvested vegetation to add to people’s diet.
Taylor University transitioned to smartcards, keeping students safe one tap at a time. In the past, students swiped their ID cards to gain access into academic buildings, athletic buildings and residence halls. With constant advancements in technology, the university decided to update its system.
The pond is located behind the Residential Village and will enhance landscaping.
From left to right: Isaac Elkin (Junior), Caleb Kroll (Sophomore), Seth Gormley(Junior), Lextin Willis (Junior), Jake Parker (Sophomore), Aidan Guckenberger (Junior), Cole Whitehead (Senior), Bennett Hill (Senior), Bradley Braxton (Senior), Matteo Baldwin-Alvarado (Freshman)