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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.