Ensemble News
Band, choir, theatre, small groups... we have it all!
 Isabeau Murray, Brittany Cortez, Sadie Harris, and Kalyn Snider eat a meal in the Cole Dining Hall. photo by BRANDON UTLEY by BRANDON UTLEY
Staff writer If you have ever sat through a meal that consisted of nothing but a glass of water, you might have been to Tiffin University’s Cole Dining Hall, commonly known as “the caf.” As a picky eater I have experienced the tragic feeling of walking into the caf and not being able to find something I like on numerous occasions. But to the caf’s defense, its food is not the worst I’ve eaten. There are even days, albeit rare, that the food tastes better than most restaurants. “It has its good days and bad days. But honestly, more bad than good,” said Becca Smith, a sophomore at TU. It’s crazy to think the food is not actually as bad as you think, right? Well, that’s partially true.
1 Comment
 Amanda Traxler, Madalyn Contreras, and Alisa Fry in their St. Mary's days. photo submitted by AMANDA TRAXLER by AMANDA RUNION
Staff writer Walking the halls of St. Mary’s classroom building, Tiffin University students see nothing out of the ordinary: dull walls, bland doors, mismatched floor tiles. But for some of us, the St. Mary’s building wasn’t always like this. It was full of color, its walls were covered with artwork only a parent could love, and kids roamed the halls, ranging from preschoolers to eighth graders – because, although many TU students may not know, St. Mary’s was once a lively elementary school. Many classrooms are still haunted with lingering memories for the former school’s alumni. When Emily Weiker, a TU graduate, attended classes in this building, the memories were given a chance to come back to life.
by NICOLE BEARD
TU alumna One thing I’ve learned about cliffhangers is that they can last only as long as the author allows them to last. Eventually, the rest of the story must be told. So I feel it is only right that I end the suspense and continue my story. For those who are just joining us, let me catch you up to speed: I left America for Guangzhou in hopes of having the adventure of a lifetime, but it quickly became all too real when my flight from Shanghai to Guangzhou was cancelled. Forced to spend approximately six hours getting to the hotel, we finally settled in at a decent hotel for the night with a 6:30 a.m. wake-up call to get to the airport, even though we wouldn’t be leaving until 7:30 p.m. But as I said last time, we didn’t make that flight. by NICOLE BEARD
TU alumna Upon last writing, I shared the information that after graduating from Tiffin University, I had the rare opportunity to work in China, and for some unknown reason, I decided to take it. Friends, family and random strangers all asked me the same question: “Why do you want to go to China?” My answers varied, but at the core of each of them was the same sentiment: “Why shouldn’t I go to China?” That wasn’t really the answer they were looking for, and I wish I had some real answer for them: something along the lines of always dreaming of going to China to explore its ancient history, or feeling a longing to be engulfed by the Chinese culture. Even something as simple as wanting to learn the Chinese language is better than my answer, but it is the only one I have to give.  Scary foods served at the haunted house. Photo submitted by NICHOLAS DITTER by NICOLE BEARD
Staff writer The Miller Asylum, hosted by Nicholas Ditter, had a string of real live horror set up among the three floors of Miller Hall. On the first floor, you met the secretary who sat upon the vending machine. Emma Wegner dressed in a cut up and bloody shirt informs you of the terror you are about to encounter. On the first floor was the psych ward. There, you are met by two of the nutcases that still roam the halls of Miller. Played by Ashley Dean and Dillon Mikan, these two caused the heart to shutter when they greeted you with a haunting rendition of “Ring around the Rosy” and maniacal laughter. When you venture upstairs, you entered the child’s playroom. You were greeted by a slew of small children, played by Poetessa Worley-Harris, Nicole Beard, and Helen Shores. Each chased you through the halls, screaming and crying, “Play with us!” The three elicited your screams and caused you to run up to the last floor. by NICOLE BEARD
Staff writer Races, races everywhere and culture dripping from the rafters. Though most students who have decided to attend Tiffin University might think that our student population is small, they don’t realize the amazing chance they have been given. With the mix of Chinese, Saudi Arabian, African, European and American culture, TU truly gives its students an opportunity to experience cultures from all over the world. The vast diversity of people brings to light the stark difference that our students have. However, students must learn how to live and co-exist with cultures that may clash with their own.  Dean Herdlick with a student. photo by ANDRE DREW by NICOLE BEARD
Staff writer Arriving at a college away from everyone and everything that you knew can be pretty daunting to anyone. Questions run through your mind, and the biggest one is, "Who can I turn to?" Turn to our Dean of Students, of course! Dean Michael Herdlick knows what Tiffin University is all about. “My children are growing up here, my wife works here, this is our home," he said. Dean Herdlick has dealt with students’ financial concerns, problems at home, and issues in class. He has also had students who are questioning their major asking, “What am I doing with my life?” Never has he turned his back on one of those students in need. He adamantly declares that, “We’ll figure it out together.” |
