Samantha Saad

The God-wink in my communion cup

I ran out on my first all-campus communion.

Chris Jones expands campus role into chief of staff

Chris Jones filled the position of vice president chief of staff, officially beginning Nov. 16. He will continue to operate in his pre-existing role as vice president and chief information officer. 

What Taylor culture actually is

Taylor, what do you honor most: your ‘culture’ or one another?

Hagen resigns in November, works for Moderna

Will Hagen, vice president for strategy and chief of staff, will resign from his position in November to serve at Moderna in Boston. He will work in Human Resources Leadership as director, leadership and culture. 

Residents apply for Beautification Grant Program

The Main Street Mile 2024 Beautification Grant program is accepting applications from homeowners and nonprofits to receive grants to improve the exterior of their property. Those within the 2024 Grant District are eligible. 

Grants fund academic programs, research opportunities at TU

Grant writing is a key part of funding academic programs and allows for diverse funding opportunities for various academic desires and needs in the university, Kris Johnson, director of grants and sponsored programs, said. If a department or faculty member at Taylor wants to conduct research, develop a program or requires additional funding outside of their budget, they can apply for a grant.

Family farm brings local produce to Upland

A crisp wind blows through an open garage — baskets of apples are stacked neatly against one wall with over 20 different varieties, each sorted accordingly.

University Advancement continues to fundraise for institution

Fundraising is how Taylor University supports and affords various projects and initiatives to grow its institution. The University Advancement Department focuses on these fundraising efforts, working separately from the school’s operational budget and grant processes. The process of giving to the university is multifaceted. Typically, the university has pre-existing connections with individuals it believes would be interested in giving to specific projects due to personal connection or general subject interest, Mike Falder, vice president for University Advancement, said.

‘Twisters’ achieves summer blockbuster status

Hurdling in this past July, Twisters owned a summer spotlight (other than “Deadpool & Wolverine,” which grossed $994.49 million), rebooting its predecessor of a film of the same name from 1996.

Marion Health East hosts ribbon cutting

After a nearly three-year process, Marion Health East’s Innovation and Medical Campus in Gas City officially opened its services on Monday. On Sept. 15, the hospital hosted an open house, signaling its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony and building tours. 

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