HUNTINGTON, Ind. – The HU men's basketball team (9-3) extended their win streak to four by cruising to a 99-44 win over Simmons College of Kentucky (0-11) Tuesday evening at Platt Arena. It's the hosts' second straight 50+ point win with the first on Saturday when they rolled over Mount Vernon 96-46.Freshman Landen Jordan had a breakout game by erupting for 26 points and cleaning the glass for 16 boards, both of which are career highs for the rookie forward. He finished with more offensive than defensive rebounds, missed just three shots from the floor and swiped three steals in his 25 minutes of action.
HUNTINGTON, Ind. – For the second straight week, Derek Leyba was named the Crossroads League Bowler of the Week as announced by the league office earlier this afternoon.Leyba also earned his second consecutive All-Tournament Team badge by finishing fourth individually at the Motiv Warhawk Open over the weekend. The right-handed sophomore racked up 1,220 pins through six games for a 203.3 per-game-average.
ADDISON, Ill. - The Forester bowling teams wrapped up the semester at the Motiv Warhawk Open where the men had a great weekend by finishing second out of 32 teams while the women placed 10th out of 23 teams. The tournament format was six traditional team games on Saturday and 16 Baker games on Sunday with the eight schools moving on to best of three match play. The HU men had an impressive outing by totaling 8,861 pins to head into match play as the second seed. The first round saw them match up against powerhouse and host school Wisconsin-Whitewater. After dropping game one, Huntington came back to win the second forcing a deciding game three where the Warhawks found something on the lanes and shot a huge 265 game to move on to the semifinals.
HUNTINGTON, Ind. – Playing in front of their home crowd, the Huntington men's basketball team dismantled Mount Vernon, 96-46, Saturday afternoon at Platt Arena. The 50-point spread is HU's heftiest win of the season.The victory moves Alford and crew to 8-3 overall, 2-2 in league play while the Cougars drop to 8-4 which includes a 1-3 CL record.
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The HU indoor track and field program kicked off its season at the Mastodon Opener hosted by Purdue Fort Wayne. Eight different Foresters ran qualifying marks in the meet. The day also saw the establishment of two new school records.On the men's side, Dylan Felger not only hit the A standard to win the 400 meters, his time of 48.25 also broke the school record by over two seconds.
HUNTINGTON, Ind. – The #21 Mount Vernon Cougars had their hands full Saturday afternoon at Platt Arena before pulling away in the final few minutes to log a 74-63 win over the Forester women's basketball team. With the win, MVNU remains perfect in league play at 4-0 and 9-2 overall.Trailing by as many as 14 in the second frame, Huntington wasn't about to go away. Celeste Ryman's triple, her fourth of the contest, with five minutes remaining knotted things up at 60-60. It capped off a 13-0 run that spanned the first half of the of the fourth quarter.
SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Points were hard to come by for the Huntington women's basketball team Wednesday night at the McDonald Athletic Center and the Spring Arbor Cougars pounced on the opportunity by handing their guests a 71-45 loss.The Cougars took a 10-0 lead right out of the gate and never looked back to make for the lopsided affair. There were several bright spots for the Foresters as they committed just 12 turnovers, swiped nine steals and tracked down 13 of their misses. Unfortunately, they struggled to consistently put the ball in the hole as evidenced by managing 18 field goals to SAU's 29.
Huntington University is pleased to announce that the University has received a grant from AWS Foundation in the amount of $160,000. This grant will support a pilot program that will explore options for students in the ABLE Program to participate in various levels of residence life at Huntington University.
“This generous AWS Foundation grant makes it possible for Huntington University to explore greater inclusion of students in the ABLE program into the full-range of student life experience, including an initial pilot program related to residence life,” said Dr. Luke Fetters, vice president for academic affairs and dean of faculty.
AWS Foundation gave their support for HU’s ABLE program and its ability to “grow to include this inclusive model of campus living.”
“Navigating the independent living skills required to live in a dorm setting is a needed growing experience for ALL students. AWS Foundation funding will help the students in the ABLE program access that experience at a supported level,” said Patti Hays, chief executive officer of AWS Foundation.
Hays went on to state that AWS Foundation focuses on building inclusive communities that support individuals with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities to reach their highest potential.
“[HU’s] ABLE program provides a unique opportunity for students with disabilities to engage in a complete college experience; one that includes peers and community,” said Hays. “By adding a residential component to the program, students attending ABLE can go from a commuter experience to a full campus experience.”
The Huntington University ABLE (Achieving Balance in Life through Education) program has been providing individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 18-24 with the opportunity to be part of a university campus since the fall of 2014. Students, both independently and with support from peers, attend/audit classes, work on campus, take supportive classes in understanding finances, social skill needs and independent living, and participate in extracurricular activities. The program not only supports the students with disabilities but provides an equally important opportunity for all typical students, faculty and staff to more fully understand the potential of individuals with disabilities.
Huntington University is pleased to announce that the University has received a grant from Farm Credit Mid-America in the amount of $10,000. This grant will go toward the Haupert Institute for Agricultural Studies.
“The continued support from Farm Credit Mid America allows the Haupert Institute for Agricultural Studies to offer meaningful events to area FFA students, HU’s ag students and the broader ag community within the region,” said Nate Perry, managing director for the Institute. “Each of these events brings expert keynote speakers onto campus to discuss the hot topics of agriculture while providing insights into the ever-changing industry. As well, this support is a direct investment into the future generation of agricultural leaders.”
The FCMA grant will directly benefit students and programs in HU’s Department of Agriculture by supporting the Haupert Institute for Agricultural Studies Lecture Series. This series is open to current students, HU graduates and the greater Huntington and agriculture community.
“One of Indiana’s greatest resources is the young people entering the agriculture industry, and FCMA wants to be a part of educating those young people and helping them succeed,” said Gary Coleman, regional vice president at FCMA. “At FCMA we want to help the next generation of agricultural learners remain at the forefront of an evolving, growing and critical industry.”
Farm Credit Mid-America is a financial services cooperative that offers financial security to rural communities and agriculture whose purpose is “to secure the future of rural communities and agriculture – one home, one farm and one business at a time.” Their services include, but are not limited to, agriculture real estate loans, leasing, equipment financing and crop insurance, as well as financing for subcategories in food and agribusiness. Specializing in ag lending, Farm Credit Mid-America is localized to Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee. FCMA oversees more than 80,000 customers across those four states and handles $28.8 billion in assets.
Launched in the fall of 2014, the Haupert Institute for Agricultural Studies at Huntington University promotes a Christian perspective on agriculture, which recognizes a responsibility to be good stewards of God's creation and to examine questions of sustainability and justice.
Huntington University is pleased to announce the results of its 5th Annual Day of Giving. Through God’s faithfulness, 269 participants raised $175,334 for the Forester Fund, the University’s scholarship fund.
“Day of Giving provides an opportunity for those who know the impact of a Huntington University experience to pay it forward for current and future students,” said Marcy Hawkins, director of the Forester Fund. “Every dollar contributed during Day of Giving is directly distributed back to students in the form of scholarships.”
Hawkins went on to point out that “these scholarships might be exactly what a student needs to say yes to Huntington University. Somehow, somewhere, and in some way, the Forester Family continues to make it possible for students to attend this great institution.”
It was also exciting to see students give back: Approximately 260 students participated during Day of Giving by writing thank you notes to donors.
Huntington University Arizona is pleased to announce the hiring of two new faculty members, Dr. Heidi Carpenter and Dr. Emily Reilly, as well as one new staff member, Mr. Sean Harris, in the Doctoral Program in Occupational Therapy (OTD program).
Dr. Heidi Carpenter is an assistant professor of OTD and the academic fieldwork coordinator for HU Arizona. Carpenter earned her doctoral degree from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. She has been an active member of the Arizona Occupational Therapy Association (ArizOTA) since 2016 and is currently serving as the Association’s president.
“Carpenter is bringing her expertise in a wide area of practice, research and volunteer service to the state occupational therapy association to our program,” said Dr. Evelyn Andersson, HU Arizona’s OTD program director. “Dr. Carpenter’s professional network contacts will be very valuable as she continues to develop the HU Arizona OTD fieldwork program in collaboration with the Fort Wayne OTD faculty as well as contribute to our faculty scholarship agenda.”
Dr. Emily Reilly also joins the faculty as an assistant professor of OTD for HU Arizona. Reilly will be developing HU Arizona’s adult-to-older-adult track in the curriculum and contributing to capstone development and faculty scholarship in the areas of community-based occupational therapy interventions and emerging practice. Reilly holds a doctoral degree from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida.
“Dr. Emily Reilly brings expertise in home health, aging in place and home modifications and excellent knowledge about the core values and theories of the occupational therapy profession,” said Andersson. As an educator, Reilly “hopes to empower students to gain confidence in defining occupational therapy, networking with stakeholders, and advocating for clients and families.”
Sean Harris joins the HU Arizona staff as the new OTD program administrative assistant. Harris has a degree in history from Arizona State University with an interest in archeology and has experience with digital and online publishing and marketing.
“Harris brings his excellent organizational and digital skills to the OTD program addressing the everyday needs of the program and the students,” said Andersson, “as well as maintaining a substantial record system for accreditation audits.”
A whale of a tale is coming to Huntington University’s stage this week! Big Fish will open on November 18, with additional shows on November 18 and 19.
Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish centers on Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest…and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him—most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. Overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft, Big Fish is an extraordinary Broadway musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre—for an experience that’s richer, funnier and BIGGER than life itself.
Cast Edward Bloom – Carson Cunningham Will Bloom – Josh Thomas Sandra Bloom – Emily Kars Young Will – Jack Hawkins Josephine Bloom – Julia Till Karl/Fisherman/US Soldier – Joseph Landon Amos Callaway/US Soldier – Nick Robinson Don Price/Dr. Bennett/Male Soldier – Dan Isaacs The Witch/Sorority Girl/Karl’s Girlfriend/Cheerleader – Anna Bowland Jenny Hill/USO Dancer – CaSaundra Taulton Girl in the Water/Mermaid/Nurse/Sorority Girl/Alabama Lamb/Witch Ensemble 4/USO Dancer – Rebecca Zorn Zacky Price/Red Fang – Elias Collier Witch Ensemble 1/Alabama Lamb 1/USO Dancer/Sorority Girl/Shepard (Line), Cheerleader/Circus Person – Alli Jennings Amos’s Wife/Witch Ensemble 2/Mayor/Circus Person/USO Dancer/Sorority Girl – Augustia Robinson Witch Ensemble 3/Circus Person/Sorority Girl/Shotgun Totting Cheerleader – Akyra Huguley School Teacher/Sorority Girl/Circus Person – Christine Niccum Share Cropper/Soldier/Frat Guy – John Ulery Little Girl w/Cat/Sorority Girl/Circus Person – Lydia Welch General/Frat Guy/NY Doctor/Circus Person/Barber – Cody Feisel
Crew Director – Adam Sahli (adjunct, guest artist) Music Director – Melanie Carter (adjunct, guest artist) Choreographer – Desiree Jackson (adjunct, guest artist) Assistant Director – Augustia Robinson (senior theatre performance major) Stage Manager – Skye Vadeboncoeur (junior theatre major) Assistant Stage Managers – Lydia Welch (student) and Rose Watson (freshman theatre major) Lighting Designer – Alex Koontz (senior theatre technology major) Costume Designer – Kandra Tenuto Scenic Designer – Andrew Edmonds Sound Designer – Victor Fink (senior theatre minor) Dance captains – ReBecca Zorn (sophomore theatre minor) and Joseph Landon (senior theatre minor) Producer – Ryan Long Assistant Producer – Akyra Huguley (sophomore theatre major)
Get your tickets at www.huntington.edu/BigFish.
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Huntington University Arizona is pleased to announce that HU students are bringing home 12 Rocky Mountain Emmy Student Production Awards for 2021!
With 26 nominations (more than double the number of 2020 nominations), HU Arizona received the highest number of Rocky Mountain Emmy Student Production Award nominations, and with 12 wins, HU Arizona was the winningest school represented. All of the other schools with nominations are significantly larger than HU Arizona, the closest in size being over 121 times larger, and the largest being well over 300 times the size of HU Arizona.
2021 HU Arizona Student Production Award Winners
College Video Essay “Baked Chemistry” Olivya Bryant, photojournalist College Music Video “Falling” Alex Kennedy, producer/director College Fiction Short Form “Stitched Together” Realiti Ibsen, director, Alexa Bland, animator, Kesmine Hickman, animator College Fiction Short Form “Scorn” Xander Williams, director College Fiction Long Form “Murphy” Chloe Caufield, writer/director, Sam Dorcey, producer, Lisette Perez, cinematographer, Wilson Hickman, editor College Animation/Graphics/Special Effects “Huntington Promo” Nathan Holt, motion graphics lead College Animation/Graphics/Special Effects “Mending Needle” Laurel Zeiler, lead artist College Audio/Sound “Scorn” Xander Williams, sound mixer/designer College Director “Rocket Science” Kenny Gondales, director College Photographer “Standby” Jose “Pepe” Sifuentes, cinematographer College Photographer “By Good Rights” Alexis Lopez, cinematographer College Writer “Scorn” Xander Williams, writer
For over a decade, the Rocky Mountain Southwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has hosted the Regional College Student Production Awards for Excellence. These Awards are intended to recognize excellence in the academic pursuit of skills necessary to produce outstanding quality multimedia content for the television industry. For the full list of recipients, visit the Rocky Mountain Southwest Chapter's website.
Huntington University Arizona opened its doors in 2016, welcoming students seeking a degree in digital media arts. Since that time, students have created regionally and nationally awarded work, including ADDY awards, BEA Best of Fest awards, and Emmy Student Production Awards. The 30,000-square-foot building houses bachelor’s degree programs in animation, film production, broadcast media, and graphic design. The facility features film and TV studios, high-end computer classroom/labs, private editing suites, a state-of-the-art TV control room, a Foley pit, a host of EFP and cinema cameras, and lighting gear for student production work.
Huntington University is pleased to welcome Dr. Steve Bryan to campus on Tuesday, October 26, at 7:00 p.m. in Zurcher Auditorium as he presents a Forester Lecture titled “A Biblical Theology of Ethnicity, Nationality, and Race.” This event is free and open to the public.
Before joining the New Testament faculty of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School near Chicago in the fall of 2016, Bryan served as a missionary in Ethiopia for more than 23 years with SIM. He was the first dean of studies of the Ethiopian Graduate School of Theology and taught for many years at the Evangelical Theological College in Addis Ababa. From 2009–2015, he also served as the director of SIM Ethiopia, leading the work of missionaries and ministry staff from Europe, Australasia, Africa, and North America in a wide variety of church-planting, disciple-making, leadership-development and compassion ministries. Bryan served as part of the Ethiopian delegation to the 2010 Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in Cape Town, South Africa. He currently serves as part of the Theological Working Group of the Lausanne movement.
Bryan completed his PhD in New Testament at Cambridge University, and his PhD thesis — Jesus and Israel’s Traditions of Judgement and Restoration — was subsequently published by Cambridge University Press. In addition, he has published a number of articles and reviews in a variety of journals and publications. He is currently working on a commentary on the Gospel of John and a monograph on the theology of John’s Gospel. He is also active in his local church, where he serves as an elder. Bryan and his wife of 30 years have three young adult sons and a daughter-in-law. In his spare time, Bryan enjoys spending time with his wife and family, tending a garden, and reading about culture, history and sports.