This November, the Whitcomb Theatre will come alive with “Between the Lines,” an enchanting musical that blurs the boundaries between reality and fantasy. The story follows Delilah, a lonely girl who finds solace in the pages of her favorite book, only to have the lines between fact and fiction dissolve. Based on the novel by […]
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Kris Williams, the director of institutional effectiveness at Doane, has attended every Doane Dialogue since its inception. These panel discussions tackle a wide range of topics, all of which are relevant to the current political climate. Hosted by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) office, the series aims to foster understanding between differing perspectives and
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As the warm glow of a bonfire illuminated the night sky in Edgerton, Kansas, members of CRU gathered for a weekend of worship, connection and self-reflection. CRU, a Christian organization that brings students together to explore faith, held its annual weekend retreat Oct. 4-6, with students from Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska schools in attendance. Doane
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Tuxedo Park saw an influx of visitors on Sept. 18 as Celebrate Crete kicked off the evening. The event, a collaboration between Doane University and the City of Crete, celebrated the town’s diverse cultures and people. This was the first year for the event, held in place of the annual Back to School Community Picnic,
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“This is not important. This is just a play.” In the dimly lit Whitcomb Lee Conservatory, junior Ella Zubieni, sophomore Emily Dominguez, freshman Frankie McClaren and freshman Kenzie Sanders stood not on stage, but among the audience, setting the tone for “Town Hall,” a play performed Sept. 19-21. The production, starring the four leads, delved
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Doane’s director of dining services, Victoria Swanson, has partnered with Fresh Ideas to introduce a new dining option for students, faculty and staff. As part of Fresh Ideas’ “Green-and-Go” program, reusable to-go containers are now available on campus, offering a more sustainable option for those on the move. The containers can be purchased at the
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On Sept. 5, students who visited the Academic Success Center (ASC) were welcomed with succulents and snacks. The ASC’s open house provided an opportunity for students to learn more about the office and the staff. The staff engaged with the students, answered their questions and organized various activities for the open house. Georgie was also
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On Sept. 4-5, the first in a series of Money Matters workshops was held on campus, aimed at helping students locate scholarships. Academic Specialist Rachel Jank led these initial sessions, recognizing the financial need among students. “93% of incoming students take out a loan to help pay tuition,” Jank said, emphasizing the importance of finding
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As students return to Doane University, so does COVID-19. “COVID is very active on campus right now, confirmed by COVID tests,” Nurse Jody Yank said. Sports teams, particularly football and soccer, have been hit hard. Those who test positive are quarantined for 48 hours in their dorms. Director of Health and Wellness Andreea Baker acknowledged
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Residence halls are a big part of campus life. They’re where you eat, hang out, shower and, most importantly, sleep. Hall Council gives students a voice in what happens in their hall. But what is Hall Council? Community Director Nadia Lanik said there are two aspects: “The first is creating programs and the second is
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