Transition Bluffton will hold a public event at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 18, at the Bluffton University Nature Preserve during, which participants will experience the emotional and health benefits of being in nature.
Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety. New scientific research is concluding that our being disconnected from nature may be the cause. Scientists are finding that a connection to the natural world is crucial for our health and well-being.
By Sam Brauen www.blufftonpirates.com
Senior Alivia Koenig torched the Bluffton Golf Course on her way to an ultra low score of 35 Monday evening. Koenig picked up birdies on holes 2,3 & 7. As a squad, the Pirates easily defeated Otsego by a 186-220 count.
Dr. Jonathan Andreas, professor of economics, and Dr. Perry Bush, professor of history, will debate for and against the repeal of the 14th amendment during Bluffton University’s annual Constitution Day Forum. The event will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18 in Yoder Recital Hall. Forum is free and open to the public.
Eastern Mennonite University junior cross country runner and Bluffton HS grad, Elizabeth Nisly, won her first collegiate race earlier this month, beating 70 other runners, including the runner-up by 15 seconds.
She ran in a pack with two teammates for the first half of the race, before turning on the afterburners over the final 1200m. Her 16:43 was well ahead of Bridgewater's English Jackson, who was second in 16:58.
Coming into the preseason, Elizabeth entered her third cross country season with her third coaching staff.
Bluffton University will celebrate Homecoming Weekend Oct. 13 and 14.
A full slate of activities are planned on campus surrounding the big game against Manchester University. The Beavers take the field at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Salzman Stadium. Game tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for youth at the gate. Admission is free for children ages 4 and under.
Sweet corn season is over for Suter Produce, Pandora. Now it's time for some fun. The cider press, corn maze and hayrides open this week. The cider press opens Wednesday. The corn maze and hay rides first day is Saturday. Click here for complete details.
