Volume 115, October 27, 2023 | |
Homecoming Week In Full Swing | |
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Homecoming week 2023 kicked off Monday with a pep rally. Students made s’mores, the royal court was announced, and the Soar mascot revealed his new look. The king and queen will be crowned at Saturday’s football game.
On Tuesday, the campus was filled with blue and gold, as students and staff were clad in their favorite Reinhardt attire. The women’s volleyball team shut out Brenau, winning 3-0, followed by Midnight Madness where the men’s and women’s basketball players showed off their dunking skills.
Wednesday the campus turned pink, with Barbie fans dressing up and competing in a photo contest. That evening, the community turned out for Trunk or Treat at the Waleska United Methodist Church.
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Reinhardt’s Men’s Basketball team honored the university’s president, Dr. Mark A. Roberts, with special recognition and appreciation for his leadership, service, support, and for being a vital member of the team.
The framed jersey with the number 21 on it has a dual meaning. Dr. Roberts is the 21st president at Reinhardt, and it is the number worn by player Jawdat (“Jaws”) Rezeq for the past four years. Rezeq says he is honored to have presented the jersey on behalf of the team, “We appreciate everything Dr. Roberts does for us. His mentorship and leadership are one of a kind. He has played a significant role in shaping me to be the person I am today. From my first-year student professor to the president, he is still the same Dr. Roberts who pours lessons into my life and students' lives here on campus. Together we fly!”
Dr. Roberts is grateful for this gesture of gratitude, “I've seen Jaws grow into a real professional, and I am so very honored by the RU basketball team's gift. This is a true practice of one of our strategic goals: To create a ‘culture of recognition’ on campus among and between a variety of groups.”
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Visiting Diplomat Program | |
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The international economy is dynamic and highly interdependent. The Virtual Visiting Diplomat Program at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7 is open to all students, faculty, and staff and focuses on acquiring global competency skills to succeed. Anyone aspiring to become more creative and innovative, and to reach higher levels of professional leadership is encouraged to attend this 90-minute session. Additionally, the program offers opportunities for career exploration, including government internships.
The event is free, but registration is required by Tuesday, October 31. It is jointly sponsored by the International Studies Consortium of Georgia and Reinhardt University. Click here to register.
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Lifelong Learning and Serving | |
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A non-traditional Reinhardt student is exemplifying learning, serving, and leading. Olivia Gunn is in the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program and plans to graduate next summer. She also works in the Center for Student Success (CSS) and writes for the newspaper in Rome, Georgia.
Gunn’s objective is to teach at the collegiate level. She’s previously taught K-12 as an assistant and a substitute and comes from a family of educators. “I have the teaching bug and I love it. I especially enjoy working with students who are nervous about writing.”
At the CSS, Gunn works part-time as the Relations Coordinator as well as a tutor. She loves helping people and wants students to know that the CSS is on campus to help with projects and essays, provide tutoring for any class, or even give guidance to get organized.
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Free Admission on Native American
Heritage Day
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The Funk Heritage Center of Reinhardt University will hold its annual Native American Heritage Day on Saturday, November 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is free to the public and is held to celebrate Native American Heritage Month each year.
This is a great day for people of all ages to visit the center and learn about Native Americans and their culture. There will be demonstrations of Atlatl spear-throwing, the Chunkey game, flintknapping, and carving. In the Appalachian settlement behind the facility, visitors can see how people lived in the 1800s and experience blacksmiths and other craftsmen.
Inside the museum, Tony Harris, a Cherokee Nation citizen, will speak about native plants and their traditional uses. In addition, local residents John and Ann Jones will present their recent experiences following the Trail of Tears to Oklahoma.
The history museum is Georgia’s Official Frontier and Southeastern Indian Interpretive Center. It includes galleries telling the story of the Trail of Tears, archaeology with artifacts found in Cherokee County, a large collection of historic hand tools, and a film explaining the history of the people who lived in this area centuries ago.
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Come support your eagles and enjoy the festivities!
Saturday, October 28
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Football tailgating, lawn games and more
11:00 AM - Women's Volleyball: RU vs University of Pikeville
1:30 PM - Football game: RU vs Union College
Post-Game Concert - 80's Tribute band featuring Forever Young
9:00 PM - Scary Movie Night showing "It" at the Bannister Glasshouse
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RU Women's Basketball Opens Season
With a Win
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The Reinhardt women's basketball team had their season opener Thursday night at Life University. The Eagles played a great game to come out on top 75-71 over the Running Eagles.
The team plays next on Saturday, November 4th, at Point University.
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The University Choirs
Sunday, October 29 at 3:00 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Free admission!
A select ensemble under the direction of Dr. Martha Shaw. The group performs as part of the University performing arts series and in churches and schools throughout Georgia.
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Native American
Heritage Day
Saturday, November 4, 10a-4p
Funk Heritage Center
Free admission!
This annual event celebrates Native American Heritage Month. It's a great opportunity for people of all ages to visit the center and learn about Native American Culture. There will be demonstrations, displays, and talks inside and outside the center.
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The University
Wind Ensemble
Sunday, November 5 at 3:00 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Free admission!
Advanced and versatile student musicians who perform the finest large ensemble and chamber music literature. Collaborative programming showcases interaction with outstanding faculty and visiting guest artists from around the region.
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Performance by Hochwartner-Steiner Duo
Sunday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Free admission and no tickets needed!
The two prominent visiting musicians are pianist/organist Constanze Hochwartner and trombonist Peter Steiner who have performed as a duo since 2017 and recorded several albums together. Their current world-class season features tours in Europe, Asia, and the U.S.
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Six One Five Collective
Thursday, November 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
These nationally awarded and three-time Grammy-nominated artists are a musical mix of Country, Americana, Folk, and Pop with distinctive harmonies and vocal prowess. Enjoy an eclectic mix of original music, and hit songs they've written for artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Kesha, and George Strait. They've opened for artists including John Legend and John Hiatt.
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These Shining Lives
November 9-11, 16-18 at 7:30pm
University Theater
Presented by students in the Theatre Program, this play is based on a true story.
Set in the 1920s, four women who work for a watch company suffer the health effects of using paint containing toxic levels of radium to make the watch dials glow in the dark. They pursue the truth and justice.
A compelling story of resilience.
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Veteran's Day
Saturday, November 11 at 12 p.m.
Ken White Field
Reinhardt will honor veterans of the U.S. military, as well as active-duty service members with free admission to the home football game. Special recognition will take place during the game.
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The University Jazz and Percussion Ensemble
Tuesday, November 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
Free admission!
An exciting evening of music.
The ensemble will amaze the audience with their complex rhythms, stamina, and focus.
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Young Singers of Flint Hall
Thursday, November 16, 7:30 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
The debut performance of the newest youth choir in north Georgia! The Young Singers of Flint Hall is comprised of talented children, ages 10-14. Directed by Dr. Martha Shaw, this ensemble performs a variety of beautiful repertoire that is sure to please the entire family.
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North Georgia Youth Wind Symphony
Sunday, November 18, 3:00 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
The debut performance of this premiere youth ensemble in its inaugural season. Talented high school students from around the region have joined to create exceptional music. Co-directed by Mr. Dennis Naughton and Dr. Kerry Bryant, this concert is sure to impress the audience.
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