Spring Arbor University Crusader

Career taking flight

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Micah Lancaster does not like riding the bench. At Spring Arbor University, he broke all kinds of records and started most games for the Cougar basketball team in a bright four-year career. He scored 2,393 career points and dished out 751 career assists on his way to two NCCAA titles.

Porchfest 2008 brings southern flair to SAU

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When the curtain fell, the audience cheered as they discovered an orange Volkswagen bus (the "general wagon") in the middle of the DC. Porchfest 2008 had officially begun. Juniors Erin Rotuno and Ephraim Wilkoff took the stage as middle school teachers Marty Colt and Bonnie Mohann Colt set out to clean up popular songs heard at Spring Arbor, like "Eman's Mom has got it going on" and "How Rad is our God.

Search for Dean of Arts and Sciences narrows down to two candidates

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Since last fall, Spring Arbor University has been advertising the position of Dean of Arts and Sciences, a position which Dr. Garnet Hauger is stepping out of at the end of this semester.

A search committee was formed in early March by Dr. Betty Overton-Adkins, vice president for academic affairs.

Seats still available on CCS trips

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With this year's Form Frenzy over and done with, many Spring Arbor University students know whether they got on their desired cross-cultural trips or not. While a few trips filled up quickly, there are still spots open in both January and May trips next year.

Vision Tour arrive to Spring Arbor

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Shane and Shane, Starfield, David Nasser and special guest Bethany Dillon are performing at Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church. The Vision of You tour puts on a show May 7 at 7 p.m.

"We work hand in hand with a management company called Third Coast Artist and they've been supplying us with different artists throughout these past three years," said Phil Haydn, co-director of SAU Chapel Band.

Porchfest Highlights Video

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Beloved equipment manager shares story

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For over a decade he has washed, dried, and folded the towels and uniforms for the men's basketball and baseball team. He vacuums, cleans, takes out the trash and performs a host of other tasks. His diligent work everyday, and bright smile, makes the lives of over 40 athletes easier.

Q & A with the chief

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Dr. Charles Webb was named President of Spring Arbor University Feb. 16. Webb was Student Body President of Spring Arbor College in 1969 when he was studying philosophy-religion. He also served as Director of Planned Giving and a member of the board of trustees for Spring Arbor College in the 1980's.

As Dems fight, time to take a look at McCain

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The democrats are locked in an epic battle of youth vs. experience, black vs. white, male vs. female and good vs. better. The last issue is really what's dividing the party. There are a lot of people convinced one of them will do a good job. The problem is that the longer this nonsense goes on, the bloodier it will get.

"On Infallibility & Human Inspiration."

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

And now I will show you the most excellent way.

Dear readers, thank you for your responses to this column this past year. It has been a privilege to write for you. My last article stirred some things up. I only ask that we lovingly and graciously enter these conversations.

Au Revoir de la Photo Editor

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Was it really only last spring? I distinctly remember Michael Stinson running up to me and posing the question about whether I'd be interested in being the Crusader's photo editor. I really have no idea what he was thinking. I'm a painter, after all. But then, maybe proficiency wasn't the most important qualification.

Letter to the Editor

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Dear Editor,

I was disappointed and upset when I looked through the most recent issue of the Crusader, highlighting the departments that help life on campus to run smoothly. You talked about the library, campus safety and even the Crusader office, among others, but you failed to mention several key facets, from maintenance to the dining commons to the campus bookstore.

When will we be satisfied?

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

America's 2008 presidential elections have always had clear front-runners. This year is something totally different. The Republican Party battled it out with Senator John McCain becoming the victor for his party. For a while I thought both Mitt Romney and Mike Huckabee had a chance but I guess America was clear who it wanted to run for the Republican Party.

Critical dialogue

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Why We're Not Emergent (By Two Guys Who Should Be) by Kevin Deyoung and Ted Kluck is important. The emerging church movement (or discussion) is a huge part of the U.S. church landscape. Books and writings from authors like Brian McLaren, Peter Rollins, Doug Pagitt and Rob Bell are flooding college campuses with a fresh perspective on Christianity and some very good critiques of the modern church.

Less propaganda, more thought

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A documentary like Ben Stein's Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed is refreshing. In a documentary world filled with Moores and Gores he gives us a documentary that's intellectual instead of political, exploring instead of attacking and humble instead of arrogant.

Mixtape madness

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

1. Cartel - "The Minstrel's Prayer" I haven't stopped playing this song for about a week. I'm sure everyone else hates it because of me. 2. +44 - "When Your Heart Stops Beating" I get excited whenever this song comes up in my playlist and replay it at least twice before letting the list continue.

Mixtape madness

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

-"Shake It Out" by Tilly and the Wall. This oldie-but-still-very-goodie is the epitome of summer songs. You can almost feel your arms floating out the car window on a road trip with the femme-melodic mix of light and whimsical dance beats, reference to the "hokey-pokey" and a tap-dancing drummer.

Summer blockbusters to look forward

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The summer of '08 will be filled with sure-to-be-blockbuster hits just like the summers before it. It is also another franchise summer where sequels to popular movies will be debuting along with two movie adaptations of 60's television classics. So here is a list of movies that will steal you away from the summer sun for a while or maybe save you from restlessness on a rainy day.

Gym Floor replaced after thirty-three years

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It is not basketball or volleyball season, but Cougar athletes are spending many hours on the court, or rather, tearing up the court. After more than three decades, the original hard wood floor is being torn up and replaced. Since 1975, the old court has been the platform on which uncounted athletes have faced adversity and overcome.

The Athletic Year in Review

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Basketball
Playing in their third NCCAA national championship game in four years the Men's team finishes second in the nation-- March 20. Record: 20-15 MCC 8-8

Fighting hard this season, the woman's basketball team continues to strive toward excellence on and off the court.

Women take to the track

Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Although a young team made up of mostly freshmen and sophomores, the Spring Arbor University women's track team is already showing it can hold its own in competition and qualifying. The team placed seventh in the MCC Conference last weekend, scoring the most points they have scored within the current conference.