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Soloist Announcement
Soloists for Bluffton's 123rd performance of Handel’s “Messiah,” will be Crystal Sellers Battle, soprano; Katherine Rohrer, mezzo-soprano; Tyler Nelson, tenor; and Jonathan Beyer, baritone.
Christmas
Faculty, staff, students and community members gathered at Bluffton’s Campus Welcome Center for “Christmas at the Houshower House.”
"Conflict Without Casualties"
Author, CEO and former practicing psychologist, Dr. Nate Regier brought a message of compassionate accountability during the Nov. 27 Forum “Conflict Without Casualties.”
Yuletide Greetings
Bluffton University will host the Holiday Collage Concert Sunday, Dec. 2, followed by a new Christmas tradition at the Houshower House.
"Christmas Festival" Forum
The music department will present “Christmas Festival” during Forum on Dec. 4.
Reaching Out
The family of Alex McClelland will share “Reaching Out: A Young Man’s Story of Faith, Courage and Commitment” on Wednesday, Dec. 5 .
"Messiah"
Bluffton University will present its 123rd performance of Handel’s “Messiah” Sunday, Dec. 9. While tickets are free, they must be reserved online or at Marbeck Center.
Kerry Pinion Forum
Alumna Kerry Pinion, a manager for recruiting services for Automatic Data Processing, returned to Bluffton to share some advice to students for their next step in life— joining the full-time workforce.
Cross Cultural Forum
Community building and appreciation for cultural beauty were a few of the recurring themes Bluffton University students shared about their May-term cross cultural experiences during the annual cross-cultural Forum.
Harvest Dinner
What started out as a spaghetti dinner fundraiser organized by Bluffton University nutrition and dietetics students 16 years ago has this year evolved into a farm-to-table feast featuring local produce and homemade fare.
Giving Tuesday
Come together on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, for Bluffton Day of Giving and empower Bluffton University students to make a difference in the world.
Exploring capitalism
Dr. Jonathan Andreas, Howard Raid professor of business, will present “The Just Deserts of Capitalism and the Giant Turnip."
Conflict Forum
Dr. Nate Regier will present “Conflict Without Casualties: Compassionate Accountability and the Art of Struggling With” for Forum on Nov. 27.
Alumni Forum
Kerry Pinion will speak during a Bluffton University Alumni Forum. The title of her presentation is “Beginning with the End in Mind: Preparing to Join the Workforce.”
Knowlton Science Center
Sodexo has made a lead corporate contribution to sponsor the state-of-the-art Nutrition and Dietetics Lab in the new Austin E. Knowlton Science Center.
Beyond the game
Brandon Simmons was scheduled to speak during a Bluffton University Forum. This Forum was cancelled.
Harvest Dinner
The Bluffton University Nutrition Association (BUNA) will hold its annual Harvest Dinner.
Science Building Development
The Bluffton University Board of Trustees approved the next step in project development for a new science building.
Musical Performance
Using the theme “Reimagining the Church: Looking Back to Move Forward” as inspiration, Bluffton University students explored the relevance of the Church in the modern era during Spiritual Life Week.
English Festival
Nick White, assistant professor of English at The Ohio State University, will present a reading of “Sweet and Low."
Spiritual Life Week
Using the theme “Reimagining the Church: Looking Back to Move Forward” as inspiration, Bluffton University students explored the relevance of the Church in the modern era during Spiritual Life Week.
Nonviolence forum
Dr. Eric Seibert will speak during a Bluffton University Forum. The title of his presentation is “Following the Nonviolent Way of Jesus: Why Christianity and Violence Don’t Mix.”
Helen
This modern adaptation of the Greek myth about Helen of Troy tackles issues that are as common today as they were in the Iron Age.
Colloquium
Dr. Perry Bush, professor of history, will present the Colloquium, “Christian Nonviolence and the Farm Labor Organizing Committee."
Becca Starn Forum
Becca Starn ’18 will present “From Kitchen to Corporate: My Internship at One of the Country’s Favorite Restaurants.”
"Cotton Road"
Laura Kissel will speak during Bluffton University’s Forum on Nov. 6 about “Making the Film ‘Cotton Road.’”
Reading Endorsement
Teachers seeking to advance their careers can fast-track their plans by enrolling in Bluffton University's summer reading endorsement program.
Crowned
Seniors Jeffrey Arnett and Jena O'Brien were crowned Bluffton University's Homecoming king and queen at halftime of the annual Homecoming football game on Oct. 13.
"Phantoms of Film"
Bluffton University’s Grace Albrecht Gallery will host “Phantoms of Film” by Whitney Goller.
Safety first
Bluffton football has added a new piece of equipment to its practice lineup--Guardian Caps. The soft-shell helmet covers better absorbs the impact of collisions than a helmet alone.
BlufftonTradition
Rehearsals for Bluffton University’s 123rd performance of Handel’s “Messiah” will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 16-Dec. 4 in the Gilliom Room of Mosiman Hall on campus.
Youth nutrition
Who knew fresh fruits and vegetables could be so exciting? Joshua Becasen, a dietetic intern at Bluffton University, did. After teaching a short lesson on the differences between fruits and vegetables, Becasen started a chant at Freedom Elementary.
Book Signing
Bluffton will host a book signing event for Dr. Samuel H. Hancock from 3-4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, in Musselman Library's Reading Room.
Concert
Bluffton will host a concert featuring its Concert Band at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. A free-will offering will be taken for music scholarships.
Inauguration
Jane Wood Ph.D., will be inaugurated as Bluffton University’s 10th president at 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 28 in Yoder Recital Hall.