Life & Times

Wolf PAX runs as a pack, builds community in new TU club

By Anna Mitchell · Monday, Oct. 28, 2024

Wolf PAX, the new Taylor run club, has been meeting since September on every other Saturday. PAX and the Taylor Student Organization (TSO) host the event. Senior Wade Frances, student body president, and junior Nathan Miller, PAX president, had the idea to start a run club at Taylor.

Family farm brings local produce to Upland

By Samantha Saad · Monday, Oct. 28, 2024

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.

Letter writing lives on

By Bree Brunn · Monday, Oct. 21, 2024

In an age dominated by texts, calls and social media, staying in touch with distant friends is easier than ever. Yet some still find that the art of pen on paper holds special value.

Lets talk: how to dive deep in conversation

By Contessa Hussong · Monday, Oct. 21, 2024

‘How are you doing?’ is not a greeting. Or it should not be, at least from the perspective of junior Sarah Johnson, a communication major. Instead, she believes it should be an invitation for connection and true community.

Euchre thrives, grows in popularity on campus

By Ashton Boyer · Monday, Oct. 21, 2024

Those who have grown up hearing the sayings, “Ope, we’re in the barn” or “Pass on bower,” probably grew up in a household where euchre was regularly played.

The Stewards of Creation Club is thriving

By Ashton Boyer · Monday, Sept. 30, 2024

Since its start in the ‘90s, the Stewards of Creation Club (SOC) has connected students who share a passion for stewardship and sustainability.

Hartford City hosts 33rd re-enactment

By Contessa Hussong · Monday, Sept. 30, 2024

Taking place from Oct. 4–6, the Hartford City Civil War Days will feature reenactors who, for a few short days, live, fight, cook and sleep like soldiers from the time period.

Transfer students navigate TU

By Anna Mitchell · Monday, Sept. 30, 2024

Credits can be the difference between thousands of dollars. They determine where students live, when they will graduate – and for transfer students, can be a significant hurdle when choosing a new school.

Country swing dance club launches in fall

By Katie Siedenburg · Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024

Taylor University has a culture of social and active events, which will make the new swing dancing club a fitting addition to campus life.

Students have healthcare options at TU

By Anna Mitchell · Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024

When a student walks through IU Health Center’s sliding glass doors, they are met with a stop sign, hand sanitizer and a pile of masks. Behind the stop sign are two women ready to help. They welcome students with their smiles and quick wit.

Hodson Dining Commons works to accommodate allergies

By Bree Brunn · Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024

Taylor University has accommodations for students with dietary restrictions. In the Hodson Dining Commons (DC), foods are often marked with allergy information, the Zone is a section dedicated to allergen-free food.

Heart and Soul Poetry Club writes their future

By Anna Mitchell · Monday, Sept. 23, 2024

Four years ago, Chelsea Springer, a Taylor University freshman at the time, wrote a poem. Her words became the inspiration for Heart and Soul Poetry Club, a co-founder of the club said.

Double majors’ worlds collide

By Bree Brunn · Monday, Sept. 23, 2024

Students with double majors find themselves trapped between two worlds. Choosing to major in multiple topics taxes time and focus, but it allows students to earn their degree in multiple subjects and helps prepare them for their futures.

Zondervan Library has many resources

By Ashton Boyer · Monday, Sept. 23, 2024

Zondervan Library offers many resources that can help students with quality research sources, personal writing assistance or a good place to study.

Mitchell's Scribbles: Make your faith your own

By Anna Mitchell · Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024

If a person grew up in the church, they had a community of faithful people. Gregory Dyson, vice president for spiritual life and intercultural leadership, and campus pastor, said people may experience the benefits of other people’s faith without being saved.