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Bluffton University October 2023 Arts and Events Calendar

Events listed are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Also listed on the Icon's Community Calendar.

Sept. 25-Oct. 22
Art Exhibit: “A Line is a Point” by Kathleen Pahl, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., weekdays and 1-5 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, Grace Albrecht Gallery, Sauder Visual Arts Center

Oct. 3
Forum: “Cross-Cultural Experiences” by Bluffton University students who completed a spring 2023 experience, 11 a.m., Yoder Recital Hall

Forum: “Advocating Climate Justice in the Nation’s Capital,” by Olivia Daugherty ’24, Bluffton University student, 11 a.m., Musselman Library Reading Room

Oct. 13
Colloquium: “The Influence of Environmental and Biotic Filters on Invertebrate Community Dynamics and Spatial Synchrony,” by Jacob Buchannan, M'Della Moon Endowed Chair in Botany and Environmental Science, 4 p.m., Stutzman Lecture Hall

Go Buckeyes!

The following article is by naturalist Beth Theisen, who retired from the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District in August after 13 years of service. Theisen provided Nature Pals, Go Outside & Play, Imaginature Playgroup, and Just For Kids Stream Stroll programs as well as numerous school programs and summer day camps.

The park district notes, "Beth’s dedication, compassion, creativity and love for environmental education will be greatly missed. Congratulations and best wishes on your next chapter! We’ll miss you!"

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Bluffton memorial honors three officers

Ceremonies on the morning of Saturday, September 23 unveiled a permanent memorial for Bluffton police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The monument is illuminated with a blue band set in polished black marble. Stay tuned for coverage of the day's events.

Rockets enjoy homecoming win vs. Worthington Christian

By Matt M. Stutz

As part of 2023 Homecoming festivities, the Pandora-Gilboa Rockets (4-2) football team hosted Worthington Christian in a non-conference game. P-G fell behind early but it was all Rockets the rest of the way, as they gave the home crowd much to celebrate, cruising to a 48-14 win.  

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Bluffton President to share State of the University

Dr. Jane Wood, president of Bluffton University, will present the State of the University Forum, at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26 in Yoder Recital Hall.

During the presentation, Dr. Wood will focus on the broader state of higher education today and share reflections on how colleges and universities, such as Bluffton, can face challenges in the higher education landscape. She’ll also share thoughts on the importance of collaboration and partnerships. 

The event is free and open to the public. Forum is Bluffton’s weekly gathering of students, faculty, staff and community for interdisciplinary conversation and discovery.

Pirate football runs past Ada, to stay unbeaten

By Cort Reynolds

ADA–The Bluffton High School football team dominated local rival Ada in their last Northwest Conference matchup to spoil the Bulldog Homecoming on a warm Friday night, September 22.

The big-play Pirate offense scored two early touchdowns, and Bluffton was in control throughout after leading 27-0 at halftime.  

Junior back Landen Worcester authored four TD runs and racked up 211 yards rushing to lead the potent Pirate ground attack.

Bluffton improved to 6-0 overall and 3-0 in the NWC with the lopsided win.

Ada fell to 2-4 overall and 0-3 in the NWC after suffering their third consecutive defeat.

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