Archives for 2023

14 Most Scenic Indiana Towns

Whenever one thinks of visiting Hoosier State, Indianapolis - its capital and largest city, is the first place that comes to mind. However, outside the urban reach of Indiana’s populated cities, there are innumerable scenic towns sprinkled all over this Midwestern U.S. state, including Goshen. Each of these idyllic towns has its distinctive charm, boasting picturesque natural surroundings, numerous admirable ancient architectures, lively art scenes, a variety of locally-owned businesses, and unique annual celebrations.

Goshen College awarded $3 million grant to support achievements of Hispanic/Latinx and commuter students, and connect them to careers 

The U.S. Department of Education awarded Goshen College a highly competitive $3 million Title V Developing Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) grant that will propel the institution’s efforts to support student success and close the equity gap over the next five years.

Fall 2023 enrollment and retention at Goshen College remain steady

Goshen College’s fall 2023 enrollment shows an overall headcount of 824 students enrolled in all undergraduate, adult degree completion and graduate programs, which represents an increase of 56 students from last year.

Homecoming Show: A Comedy Renaissance (Un Renacimiento de la Comedia)

This collaboration between the Theater and Spanish Departments features Entremeses, short farces from the Spanish Golden Age by renowned writers like Cervantes and deVega. Staged readings will explore possibilities of making bilingual theater on our campus and the capacity of excellent storytelling to transcend language. Audience appropriateness: all ages welcome, probably most enjoyable for ages 11 and up.

Guest Recital: Patricia Caicedo, soprano

A world-renowned expert in Latin American and Iberian Art songs, Patricia Caicedo is a multifaceted artist-scholar with numerous recordings, books, concerts, and media appearances. Patricia has led a crusade to include underrepresented repertoires and creators in music curricula and concert venues, having performed worldwide and founding and directing the Barcelona Festival of Song, which focuses on studying art songs in Spanish, Catalan, and Portuguese. She will perform a guest recital on Oct. 31.

Fall Choral Concert

On Oct. 28, the Goshen College Choirs will present their annual Fall Choral Concert in Sauder Concert Hall. Performing are the Goshen College Chamber Choir and Vox Profundi, directed by Scott Hochstetler, and Voices of the Earth, directed by H. Roz Woll. The choirs will be joined by Community School of the Arts chorus Sommo Voci in a performance of Robert Ray’s “Gospel Mass.” 

Nursing and Public Health Career Day

Are you curious about a career in nursing or public health? Do you want to make a positive impact on people in your community and around the world? Then our Nursing and Public Health Career Day on Oct. 23 is for you!

Sherer Violin & Piano Competition Winners Concert

On Oct. 22, winners of the 2023 Sherer Violin & Piano Competition will perform their selections on the Sauder Concert Hall stage.

Art Exhibit: “Sense of Place” by Sara Method, assistant professor of art

Art Exhibit: “Sense of Place,” by Sara Method, assistant professor of art Location: Music Center, Hershberger Art Gallery Dates: The exhibit runs from Sept. 17 to Nov. 12. Reception: The reception is Oct. 7 from 5:30-7 p.m. during Homecoming Weekend, with an artist talk at 6:15 p.m.

Homecoming Weekend

Class reunions, alumni awards, one act plays, hymn sing, art exhibit, music gala and more.