Anderson University is a private Christian university in Anderson, Indiana , United States. It is affiliated with the Church of God . The university offers more than 60 undergraduate majors as well as graduate programs in business, music, and theology.
18-699: (Redirected from Anderson College ) Anderson University may refer to: Anderson University (Indiana) , in Anderson, Indiana, U.S. Anderson University (South Carolina) , in Anderson, South Carolina, U.S. Anderson's University, a former name of the University of Strathclyde , Glascow, Scotland Anderson College of Health, Business and Technology, formerly National Academy of Health & Business , in Toronto, Ontario, Canada [REDACTED] Topics referred to by
36-516: A new all-weather synthetic field turf and outdoor game lights were installed at Macholtz Stadium . Kevin Donley has been one of the most successful coaches in NAIA football. After graduating from Anderson College in 1973, Donley returned to his alma mater in 1976 to serve two seasons as offensive coordinator . In 1978, at the age of 26, Donley was named the youngest head coach in the country. Over
54-431: A wider general education program, changed its name to Anderson College and Theological Seminary, then Anderson College, and finally, Anderson University. Anderson University has grown to include an undergraduate liberal arts program, organized into six schools and graduate programs in theology, music, and business. The university offers more than 60 majors. Falls School of Business Education Anderson University
72-777: Is a private institution, receiving funds from tuition, fees, research grants (including funds from the Lilly Endowment and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management), private scholarship funds, and alumni contributions. The university's endowment was $ 20.8 million as of FY06. The 100-acre (40 ha) campus is located in Anderson, Indiana at 40°06′43″N 85°39′58″W / 40.1119864°N 85.6660871°W / 40.1119864; -85.6660871 approximately 40 miles (64 km) northeast of Indianapolis , Indiana. Featured facilities on
90-551: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Anderson University (Indiana) Anderson University was established in 1917 as the Anderson Bible Training School by the Church of God (Anderson, Indiana) movement. The school was a major step in the life of a fellowship of Christians that originated in 1881. The young school moved rapidly to develop
108-563: Is headed by university's Athletic Director. The inductees are announced each Spring and formally inducted into the Hall of Fame at a banquet during the university's homecoming activities each Fall. Two Anderson coaches have been inducted to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Hall of Fame; tennis coach Bob Blume in 1978, and baseball coach Carl Erskine in 1989. Anderson Ravens The Ravens
126-810: Is often used as a secondary color and for alternate jerseys . Formerly the Tigers, AU's nickname was changed to the Ravens in 1937. The current mascot is Rodney the Raven . In 1970 the Ravens played in the NAIA Division II National Football Championship and lost to Westminster (Pa.), 21–16. The Anderson Ravens football team won the HCAC conference title in 2001 season. Two former AU players currently playing professional football are Hyman Smith and Joel Steele . In 2008,
144-603: Is the name used for all of the men's intercollegiate athletic teams that play for Anderson University in Anderson, Indiana . The female intercollegiate teams are known as the Lady Ravens . Men's sports offered at Anderson University include football, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, tennis, golf, soccer, cross country, and track & field. Women's sports offered at Anderson University include basketball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, volleyball, soccer, golf, cross country, and track & field. The Ravens compete in athletics in
162-709: The NCAA Division III and the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference . Athletics at Anderson University are administered by the Anderson University Athletic Department. Most athletic teams have on-campus facilities for competition, including Macholtz Stadium for football , and O. C. Lewis Gymnasium for basketball and women's volleyball . The official school colors for Anderson University are Orange and Black . White
180-416: The Tigers, AU's nickname was changed to the Ravens in 1937. The current mascot is Rodney the Raven . The Anderson University Athletic Hall of Fame was started in 1997 with 10 inductees that year. Ten additional honorees were added in 1998. Members have been inducted each year. The names are nominees are submitted and given consideration by the Hall of Fame committee. The committee has 11 representatives and
198-485: The Year and two HCAC Freshmen of the Year. The men's cross country team has won 14 conference titles since 1988, having perfect scored twice, 16 most valuable runner awards, and 5 freshmen of the year awards (since 2000). In addition, they have won 11 coach of the year awards. The women's cross country team has also won conference awards since 1993 including, 11 conference titles, 11 most valuable runner awards, 4 freshmen of
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#1732787355846216-686: The campus include the Reardon Auditorium and the Kardatzke Wellness Center. Athletic facilities on the campus include Macholtz Stadium and the O. C. Lewis Gymnasium . The Indianapolis Colts of the NFL held their training camp at Anderson University from 1984 to 1998. After an 11-year stint at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology , the Colts elected to return to Anderson, Indiana to renew their familiar partnership with
234-579: The last 32 years and 99 percent of the four-year players have graduated. Some notable accomplishments are: In more recent history, the women's basketball team made their first appearance in the Division III NCAA Tournament in 2000-2001. The Softball team has posted a record of 214–195 over the past decade, reaching the NCAA regionals three times. In total, they have had 7 conference MVP's and 71 All-Conference players. The 1999 team
252-645: The local university from 2010 to 2016. Anderson University student activities are coordinated by the Student Life staff, the Campus Activities Board, and the Student Government Association. Required chapel/convocation attendance for students is an Anderson University tradition, maintained throughout the entire history of the university. Students are currently required to attend 18 chapels per semester to fulfill
270-474: The next four years, Donley's teams would compile an overall record of 28–9 (.757), winning the conference title in 1980 and 1981. Through 2017 and 71 years of Anderson football history, Donley's overall winning percentage stands as the best among all Anderson football coaches. (5–4 overall, 4–4 conference) (7–2 overall, 6–2 conference) (8–1 overall, 7–1 conference) (8–2 overall, 8–0 conference) The baseball teams has qualified for postseason tournaments 30 of
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306-710: The undergraduate requirement. Anderson University has over 100 organizations for fine arts, athletics, academics, and special interests/hobbies. The Anderson Ravens compete in athletics in the NCAA Division III and the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference . Men's sports offered at Anderson University include football, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, tennis, golf, soccer, cross country, swimming, and track & field. Women's sports offered at Anderson University include basketball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, volleyball, soccer, golf, cross country, swimming, and track & field. Anderson University also offers Men's Volleyball, Rugby, and Men's Lacrosse as club sports. Formerly
324-504: Was the most successful in school history. They finished with a total of 35 wins, including a 14–0 performance in conference play. The Men's Soccer team also became the first NCAA team, regardless of division, to be named Academic All-Americans 12 straight years. The Women's team achieved 11 straight seasons. Major team accomplishments include, two HCAC tournament titles, two HCAC regular season titles, 38 All-Conference players, 28 NSCAA Academic All-American selections, three HCAC Players of
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