Volume 117, November 10, 2023 | |
Vocalists Shine at State Competition | |
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Left: Sydney Smith, Right: Jared Brooks
A state-level competition yielded top-three placements for nine students in Reinhardt’s School of the Arts last weekend. The Georgia NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing) event was held at the Falany Performing Arts Center this year. Students of the vocal faculty annually compete in the state event in the fall and the regional competition every spring.
Congratulations to these students of Dr. Rebecca Salter, Dr. Cory Schantz, and Dr. Anne Schantz:
Jared Brooks - 1st place, 4th/5th year Classical
Sydney Smith - 1st place, 1st year Treble Musical Theater
Molly Maresca - 2nd place, 2nd year Treble Musical Theater
Olivia Adams - 2nd place, 3rd year Treble Musical Theater
Gilliane Conklin - 2nd place, 4th/5th year Classical
Melody Lorenz - 3rd place, 4th/5th year Classical
Julian Schwarz - 3rd place in 4th year Treble Musical Theater
Kennedy Davis - 3rd place, 1st year Treble Musical Theater
Danielle Lusian - 3rd place, 1st year Classical
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Nursing students made connections with some North Georgia hospitals and healthcare agencies this week. Reinhardt University Cauble School of Nursing and Health Sciences held a Nursing Career and Residency Fair.
BSN students graduating in 2024 were provided with the opportunity to explore their options, hear what different facilities have to offer, and engage with potential future employers. Before they make the difficult choice of finding the best fit for them in the profession, these future nurses were grateful to have this opportunity.
The pinning ceremony for this semester's graduating cohort is Tuesday, November 28 at 5 p.m. in the University Theater.
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Alumnus and Author Speaks to Students | |
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Author Andrew Diaz Winkelmann, a 2022 graduate of Reinhardt’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program, recently visited Dr. Maria Mackas’ Multicultural American Literature class to discuss his book, The Guava Tree. The class studied the novel, based on the courageous immigrant journey of Andrew’s Lebanese/Cuban grandmother. Speaking with students was a pleasure for Winkelmann, “The questions asked were interesting, which made the conversation profound and also fun. I love to talk about the craft of writing, and it excites me that such profound thinkers and writers are in the Reinhardt undergraduate program.”
This Cuban-American fictional novelist and businessman was born and raised in Atlanta. Family stories of their culture nourished his love for storytelling. At the age of six, he was writing and selling his short stories to employees at his family’s business. Inspired by his family history, he later wrote the short story, The Cuban Dream. Professor Gray Stewart, his mentor, encouraged developing it further, so Winkelmann read the story to his grandmother. Her tears and emotions were inspirational, and in 2022 The Guava Tree was published as his debut novel. He is currently writing a magical realism novel while working as EVP of Product Development & Region One Sales for Diaz Foods.
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Impactful Events to Happen on Campus | |
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Any student can be a leader. RU Leads offers a variety of avenues to empower leadership skill-building. Two events are taking place next week, and all are welcome to attend.
On Thursday, November 16th a lunch-and-learn event will feature the Executive Director of Serv International. Heather Carmichael will speak in Simms at Noon. Hosted by Campus Ministries, Carmichael will talk about leading an organization with mission-minded leadership. Her organization helps feed people in some of the most remote regions of the world.
On Friday, November 17th Campus Ministries is hosting The Daffodil Project, an annual partnership event. The Daffodil Project aspires to build a worldwide Living Holocaust Memorial by planting 1.5 million Daffodils in memory of the children who perished in the Holocaust and in support of children currently suffering a humanitarian crisis. Since launching in Atlanta in 2010, 600,000 bulbs have been planted.
Daffodils represent the yellow stars that Jews were forced to wear during the Holocaust. They signify remembrance, represent our hope for the future, and are resilient. Anyone in the Reinhardt community can get involved and plant bulbs on the hillside below the back of the Hill Freeman Library (near the echo garden) between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there!
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All-Conference Athletes Announced | |
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Congratulations to all of Reinhardt's student-athletes on the women’s volleyball, men’s soccer, and women’s soccer teams who earned AAC All-Conference accolades! Each are featured in the photos above.
Way to soar Eagles!
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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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Alumni Event
Sunday, November 12 at 4:00 p.m.
Tellus Science Museum
This gathering celebrates the alumni community. A highlight is a panel discussion with Dr. Austin Flint, sharing his insight and research done to save the American Chestnut tree. Free admission for alumni and their guests.
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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 19, 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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Christmas at Reinhardt
Thursday November 30, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, December 1, 7:30 p.m
Saturday, December 2, 3:00p
Saturday, December 2, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 3, 3:00 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
The University Christmas concerts never fail to draw large, festive crowds. These annual performances feature the School of Performing Arts Choir and Symphonic Winds.
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3 Redneck Tenors
Monday, December 4,
3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
These top finalists on "America's Got Talent" have been thrilling audiences since 2006 with their musical comedy featuring classically trained veteran artists. Enjoy their humor and smorgasbord of music ranging from Gospel, to Country, to Broadway, Pop, and Classical.
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Joni Mitchell Christmas
Starring Lauren Fox
Monday, December 11,
3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Falany Performing Arts Center
A captivating and enlightening journey through Joni Mitchell’s life and music. From early folk to folk-rock, to jazz and pop music, Joni Mitchell continually evolved and pushed the envelope. Joni’s biographer, David Yaffe, joins Lauren in telling the stories behind songs, through her music.
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