Bluffton University will host a Jazz Ensemble concert from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, in Yoder Recital Hall.
Under the direction of Dr. Bo Young Kang, the first half of the concert will feature vocalists performing a variety of jazz, movie and musical pieces composed by Cole Porter, David Foster, Irving Kahal and more.
Conducted by Dr. Andrew Lieberman, the Jazz Ensemble will perform two classic Count Basie tunes written by Sammy Nestico as well as two modern jazz selections written by Michael Kocour and Maria Schneider.
It wasn’t much, but it was white and frozen. The first snow of the season fell on Sunday, November 14, briefly accumulating in the Bluffton area. The Icon offers the following refresher on preparing for winter.
Bluffton University is launching a search for a new head coach for the football program. Aaron Krepps’ position as head football coach was not renewed after serving in that role for four seasons.
“After four seasons we have not seen significant success on the field or in the direction of the program,” said Phill Talavinia, vice president for student life and athletics. “I want to thank Coach Krepps for his leadership with the football team over the last four seasons and wish him and his family all the best.”
The Village of Bluffton's Cultural Affairs committee invites volunteers to join in setting up the Ream folk art display starting at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 20.
Bluffotn University Junior Jake Baumgartner (Toledo/Start) has been named the Heartland Conference Special Teams Player of the Week after helping kick the Beavers to victory on Saturday.
Baumgartner was a perfect 3-of-3 on field goals and 3-of-3 on PAT's for 12 points as Bluffton put 'The Hammer' down on rival Defiance! He also kicked off six times with a 51.7 yards per kick average, including two touchbacks.
