The Trailblazer – The Student News Publication of Vincennes University

Celebrating the Season
December 7, 2018
Kami Minnich, Editor
Christmas and the New Year’s aren’t the only holidays celebrated this time of year. There are a multitude of cultures that celebrate holidays other than, or in addition to, Christmas in the United States.
Importance of veterans’ stories highlighted at annual program
November 16, 2018
Kayla Trent, Assitant Editor
Vincennes University paid honor to those who have served their country during the annual Veterans Day program.
Knox County ‘Poor Farm’
October 30, 2018
Olivia P. Tucker, Sections Editor
The Knox County Asylum or what is known as the “Poor Farm” has been around for over a century, originally serving as a home for many types of people who didn’t fit into the social norms back in the 1800s.
‘Mean Girls’ Daniel Franzese talks about the value of choice and youth
October 10, 2018
Kami Minnich and Noah Dalton
On Thurs. Sept. 20, Daniel Franzese visited the Vincennes University campus to host a keynote where he talked to local high school students about his life and career as part of College Go! Week. Franzese is an actor and comedian best known for his role as Damian in the 2004 film “Mean Girls.”
Vincennes University Campus Construction Underway
September 12, 2018
Kayla Trent and Jacie Springston-Stacy
Campus has been undergoing many changes and renovations recently. Students most likely have witnessed construction take place while walking to and from class each day. Perhaps the most impactful project currently taking place on campus is the upgrading of the walkways and removal of bricks.

November 27, 2018 • No Comments

On Wednesday, Oct. 31, Jeff McDonald, Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Sweetwater Sound, came to the Shircliff Humanities building to give a presentation over the company to students. SweetWater Sound is a music company that focuses on music recording. It was founded in 1979 and is located in Fort Wayne, according to the company’s website. Sweetwater Sound is known for being the number one online audio equipment retailer and for building strong relationships with different companies and universities. The company gives students with audio recording majors opportunities to work at Sweetwater. They don’t just offer music related jobs, but other jobs outside of music such as IT and writing positions.

Students and faculty treated to Halloween event

Tay Simmons, staff writer

November 27, 2018 • No Comments

Students were treated to a Halloween event on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the Summers Social Science Center. The event, sponsored by the College of Social Science, Performing Arts and Communication was held mainly for students with undecided majors, but every student was welcome. Students filled their bags with candy from faculty and staff and played Plinko to win prizes, including VU T-shirts. Overall, the students seemed to have had a great experience.

CCF and Helping His Hands provide aid for hurricane victims

Crystal Kohout, Online Editor

November 15, 2018 • No Comments

Christian Campus Fellowship (CCF) partnered with Helping His Hands to provide supplies to aid in hurricane relief efforts. Volunteers gathered in the Jefferson Student Union to fill buckets with donated supplies.

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Features

Celebrating the Season

Kami Minnich, Editor

December 7, 2018 • No Comments

Christmas and the New Year’s aren’t the only holidays celebrated this time of year. There are a multitude of cultures that celebrate holidays other than, or in addition to, Christmas in the United States.

Sweetwater Sound representative speaks on career opportunities November 27, 2018
Students and faculty treated to Halloween event November 27, 2018
Vanderburgh Hall elevator back up & running November 27, 2018
Importance of veterans’ stories highlighted at annual program November 16, 2018

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Opinion

Christmas memories

DeeShawnte Jefferson, social media manager

December 6, 2018 • No Comments

As a kid I was always ready and excited for the holidays, Christmas especially. My mom would buy us new pajamas, bake cookies and have milk on the table for Santa to come.

S.A.A.S. Conference attendee discusses experiences

November 27, 2018

Escape room encounter

October 30, 2018