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Satisfaction survey gives insight to campus needs

 A satisfaction survey was sent out to the entire student body on Oct. 26 of last fall semester in effort to compare Taylor’s efficacy to other institutions a part of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities.  

Taylor names three honorary doctorate recipients

 The Taylor University board of trustees recently announced three honorary doctorates for the university’s 2022 commencement ceremony.  

Envision Film Festival recognizes student projects

This past weekend, March 10-11, Taylor University’s Film & Media Department held their annual Envision Film Festival, highlighting the work of university and high school students.

Mini Scoops: Taylor Tunnels

“Tunnels do exist,” Holloway said. “They were created to provide a pathway for steam/hot water piping that fed all of the buildings on the original areas of campus (north of Ayres).”

Taylor holds week of prayer

Every year Taylor holds the As We Pray initiative, a week dedicated to prayer where parents and alumni pray for the community in specific ways. 

Taylor hosts Q Union to discuss culture, faith, church

On April 5 in the Cornwall Auditorium, Taylor University will be hosting Q Union for the fourth consecutive year.

Taylor Ethics Bowl team beats Yale at nationals

As exhibited in their most recent performance at nationals, Taylor’s Ethics Bowl team consistently performs at a level comparable to some of the biggest universities in the country. 

KSAC exercise classes return

The Kesler Student Activities Center (KSAC) group exercise classes have returned to campus for the spring 2022 session. 

Counseling Center begins therapy groups, workshops

With the spring semester in full swing, the Taylor University Counseling Center has established therapy groups and workshops for students and faculty alike.

Holly Whitby joins Taylor to work in enrollment, marketing

Behind the scenes, a big rebranding is underway for Taylor — led by the insight of a new marketing specialist, Holly Whitby.

Spring break missions trips return

As COVID-19 travel restrictions begin to loosen, Taylor is adjusting and restarting their international travel programs like the Lighthouse Programs.

Taylor celebrates women’s history

International Women’s Day is often filled with global discussions on gender equality, domestic violence and various other women’s rights issues.

Residents evacuate Kyiv

Boosters required for up-to-date vaccination

 In January, the COVID-19 resource webpage was updated with information related to current vaccination guidance for Taylor students and faculty. 

Campus experiences maintenance employee shortage

 The COVID-19 pandemic sparked a shortage in workers across the U.S. Amid those impacted from the national worker shortage is Taylor University’s facilities team.   

DC, Stu update services for the spring semester

MAHE redistributes head leadership

 In May of 2021, Masters of Arts in Higher Education (MAHE) Department Chair Tim Hermann retired, leaving a spot that will now be filled by three Student Development faculty. 

Student campaign runs unopposed in election

 The race for the 2022-2023 student body president (SBP) and vice president (SBVP) is underway; an uncontested race for the first time since 2016. 

J-term trips abroad remain impactful despite COVID-19

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