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September public events at Bluffton University

Posted by Paula Scott on September 5, 2023 - 6:00am

The following Bluffton University events taking place during the month of September are free and open to the public:

Through Sept. 17
Art Exhibit: “Liquid Illumination 2.0” by Sue Hershberger Yoder and Jon Yoder, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. weekdays and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Grace Albrecht Gallery, Sauder Visual Arts Center; Reception 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17

September 5
Forum: “Emotional Wellness: A Panel Discussion,” by Michael Baily, visiting assistant professor of psychology; Heather Koontz ’97, psychotherapist; Dr. Laurel Neufeld Weaver, assistant professor of social work and MSW field director, 11 a.m., Yoder Recital Hall

September 8
Colloquium: “Anarchy, the State and Capitalism: Myths about Coercion and Hierarchy,” by Dr. Jonathan Andreas, Howard Raid professor of business, 4 p.m., Stutzman Lecture Hall

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September 12
Forum: “Marketing and Mental Health – The Industry’s Impact on Individuals and Communities,” by Charlene Coughlin ’08, president of TWIST Creative, 11 a.m., Yoder Recital Hall

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Community members are invited to join a Bluffton University band or choir

Posted by Staff on August 28, 2023 - 5:55pm

Are you interested in continuing to play an instrument or sing in a choir? Bluffton’s music department offers several options to continue your involvement in music and community participation is welcome.

Concert Band

No audition
Rehearsal time: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays
First rehearsal/organizational meeting: 4 p.m. Tuesday Aug. 29

Pep Band

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A walk in the Bluffton University Nature Preserve

Posted by Paula Scott on August 26, 2023 - 6:00am

By Paula Scott

The recent announcement by Bluffton University regarding the removal of invasive shrubs at the Nature Preserve,10625 Augsburger Road, piqued my interest. It named several species of shrubs including autumn olive and bush honeysuckle, which are crowding out native plants and changing the charcater of areas in the preserve.

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Convocation speaker to welcome students with "On Becoming You" presentation

Posted by Staff on August 21, 2023 - 7:41am

Thomas E. “Tucker” Lott, a consultant, storyteller, investor and mentor from Kansas City, Mo., will be the featured speaker at 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 29 in Yoder Recital Hall as Bluffton University welcomes the class of 2027 during its Opening Convocation.

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Invasive plant removal continues at Bluffton University Nature Preserve

Posted by Staff on August 4, 2023 - 7:10am

To support biodiversity at the Bluffton University Nature Preserve, invasive shrubs including bush honeysuckle, autumn olive and privet, are being removed using a combination of cutting and herbicide application. The work is an ongoing effort, but the first phase includes removing invasive plants along Augsburger Road near the entrance of the preserve.

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