At the opening reception for “The Holy Ellipsis…” spectators were treated to incredible displays of live art as Todd created two pieces in front of a crowd of over 100 patrons in the packed Roland Fine Arts Center lobby. In between Todd’s two live demonstrations, everyone was invited into the gallery where the full collection was on display. Guests enjoyed food and fellowship along while viewing the art.

Todd’s collection of work explores the visualization of the holiness and glory of God. Todd will tag his artwork with three dots (an ellipsis) to represent Isaiah’s vision of the Lord on his throne while seraphim circled Him crying out, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.”

A 1997 alum from ��������, Todd is a multidisciplinary artist who creates art that is inspired by and helps express his faith as a Christian. He has taught graphic design at HLGU since 2020 and took the role of Marketing Coordinator at the University in 2022.

“It was wonderful to see everyone come out for the show,” Todd said. “HLGU staff, faculty, students, and community members alike came together for a night of art, fellowship, and food. I enjoyed being able to share my passion with everyone.”

All of the pieces from “The Holy Ellipsis…” will be on display in the Hagerman Art Gallery until mid-March. The next scheduled display will include art created by local area high school students.

�������� University students and faculty had art pieces featured into the prestigious 28th Annual Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Artist Showcase at the Quincy Art Center in Quincy, Illinois.

HLGU students Faith Barrowclough, Amanda Finnerty, Emily Woodhurst, and Zach Woodhurst each had art featured in the show last weekend. HLGU Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Design Instructor Todd Damotte also had a piece featured.

“It was an honor for all of these students to have artwork accepted into their very first art show,” said HLGU Assistant Art Professor and Art Department Chair Tammy Emerson. “I am so proud, as they are not only wonderful artists, but amazing people in Christ as well.”

Faith Barrowclough’s acrylic piece is called In the Grove. Amanda Finnerty submitted a piece called New Life, drawn in pencil. Emily Woodhurst had two pieces: a colored pencil piece titled Myths and Legends and a mixed media piece called Spies. Zach Woodhurst featured a graphite and charcoal piece called Capturing a Moonlit Sunflower. Finally, Mr. Damotte’s mixed media piece is called Tree of Life.

These six pieces were among only 100 selected works of art from the local area to be featured in this show.

The art will be on display at the Quincy Art Center at 1515 Jersey St. in Quincy, IL until Saturday, January 7. The Art Center exhibits are free and open to the public Wednesday—Saturday from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

This new digital painting series has never been exhibited as a whole. One piece was selected to tour with Missouri Art Now: A Bicentennial Exhibition, which toured around the state in 2020-21.

“My work is based on recent studies of historic and contemporary artists who incorporate typography and writing into their art,” explains Kintz. “One of my inspirations is Cecil Touchon. He builds beautiful pieces of art from pieces of billboards.”

Kintz has taken bits and pieces of work from Touchon, William Klein, and Stuart Davis and merged them into her digital paintings, which are part of her master’s degree research.

The opening reception of the exhibit will be at Monday, October 25 at 6 p.m. in the Roland Fine Arts Center lobby.

The show will open on Monday evening October 25 and run through November 23. The Hagerman Gallery is located inside the Roland Fine Arts Center on the campus of ��������. The hours Monday through Friday are 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.

“I am eager to watch and lead the fine musicians of HLGU’s music department in their first concert of the year,” said HLGU Assistant Professor of Music Jason Laczkoski. “They have worked quite diligently to prepare an entertaining program to share with the community of Hannibal.”

The Fall Concert will feature the HLGU orchestra, concert band, flute quartet, and jazz combo.

Works from Smetana, Fagan, Cunalata, John Williams and others will be featured.

“The music is quite varied, ranging from music written within the last decade to music written in the 1870s; styles ranging from tango to movie music; and ensembles ranging from all strings to jazz combo, and more,” Laczkoski said.

The event is free, but tickets are required for attendance.

To pick up tickets, call 573-629-3002 or visit the HLGU Campus Store.

The reception and reunion for alumni will be Homecoming Weekend, October 2, from 7-8 pm. This exhibit will celebrate the success of past students in their art careers and journeys, and most importantly, reconnect HLGU with alumni. Contact Michael Chlebanowski for more information at MChlebanowski@hlg.edu or (573) 629-3176.

“I am thrilled for Ms. Pyne to join the HLGU family of educators who are passionate about integrating the Christian faith and learning,” said Dr. Dennis, interim vice president for academic administration. “Alyssa views her musical talents as beautiful gifts given by God, and she views herself as a steward of those gifts.”

Pyne comes to HLGU from Houghton, New York where she received one of her two master’s degrees. The first is in curriculum and instruction from Clarks Summit University and the other in collaborative piano performance from Houghton College. At both universities she has gained university classroom teaching experience as a graduate assistant.

“Alyssa’s excellent academic credentials and her teaching experience coupled with her commitment to train students to serve God with their musical talents, make her a natural fit at HLGU where we strive to prepare students to use their knowledge for service,” said Dr. Dennis.

“I am continually amazed and overwhelmed by the beauty of God’s gift of music and the opportunities He has given me to study it, teach it, and share it with others,” said Pyne.

HLGU’s music department is devoted to equipping students with the key fundamentals and Christian worldview they need to succeed after graduation in careers such as teaching in public and private school systems, leading worship in churches, teaching privately, and more.

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The concert will feature the HLGU Symphony Orchestra, HLGU Concert Choir, Clarion Ensemble, HLGU’s The New Edition, and over 100 choristers from Hannibal, Palmyra, Troy, and St. Louis all under the direction of John Francis, Assistant Professor of Music and Worship.

A beautiful selection of music has been prepared. Songs include “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “How Great Our Joy,” “O Holy Night,” and a massed choir singing of Messiah’s “Hallelujah Chorus.”

For more information about the music department or Christmas concert, contact Jane Griffen, music department chair at 573-629-3165, or jgriffen@hlg.edu.

�վ��������徱’s Gloria will be performed by the HLGU Concert Choir. It will feature three soloists, the chorus, and a string orchestra. HLGU’s Chamber Choir will also perform songs from their repertoire.

“All lovers of good, quality choral music will not want to miss this event,” says Concert Choir Director Ben Kendall. “A variety of styles will culminate in a grandiose work of historic significance.”

For more information on the event, please contact Jane Griffen, music department chair, at 573-629-3165, or via email at jgriffen@hlg.edu.

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It is with great excitement that �������� University welcomes all Trojans and HLGU families back to campus and provides a time for alumni to reunite with each other during the 2019 Fall Homecoming and Family Weekend, October 4-5.

HLGU classes of 1969, 1979, 1989, 1999, and 2009 will be our honored guests at Homecoming 2019, which promises to be a fun, event-filled weekend.

“Homecoming is the time of year for Trojans to return to their roots, and we are looking forward to honoring the class of 1969,” said Lauren Youse ’05 M’16, director of alumni relations and development. “Their 50-year class reunion will leave each of us with a better sense of the tradition and pride that goes hand in hand with being alumni of this great University.”

Homecoming events start Friday morning with HLGU’s Annual Alumni Golf Classic, a tradition for many HLGU alumni and friends. This competitive yet fun scramble will take place at Norwoods Golf Course in Hannibal with registration beginning at 9 am and the shotgun start at 10 am.

Also on Friday morning, new members of the 50-Year Club will be inducted at a special luncheon event. The 50-Year Club was established to honor alumni who attended �������� 50 or more years ago. Members of the class of 1969 will have a fun morning to reminisce about their days at HLGU and will receive special medallions. Following the event, a campus tour will be given, allowing attendees to visit their old dorms and see all the changes and growth that HLGU has experienced.

The annual Homecoming Alumni Art Show Reception will be held on Friday as well, at 5:30 pm. This year, the exhibit will feature a wide range of artwork from individual artists who are HLGU alumni.

Saturday events include alumni games of baseball, softball, volleyball, and men’s and women’s soccer. HLGU’s campus caterer, Fresh Ideas, will offer BBQ and sides for sale at the Alumni Tent. Also at the Alumni Tent will be a petting zoo from 11 am to 1 pm.

Join families at Noon in The Loft located inside the HLGU Student Center for a performance of “Star Trip” by the HLGU Theatre Department. This show is 30 minutes long and great for all ages.

Watch the women’s and men’s Trojan soccer teams take on Williams Baptist at 1 pm and 3:30 pm. Admission is free for both games. Both teams will be celebrating their seniors before the games.

During the Saturday night homecoming banquet, alumni, families and current students will gather in the Mabee Sports Complex for a buffet feast. Afterwards, guests will move to the Roland Fine Arts Center for the coronation of the 2019 Homecoming King and Queen, recognition of HLGU athletes, recognition of the 50 year reunion class, and the announcement of this year’s alumni award winners. Entertainment will be presented by HLGU faculty and staff with the campus’ version of “Are you Smarter than an Undergrad?”

For a more detailed event listing, or to purchase tickets, visit hlg.edu/homecoming.

It will be a combined concert with performances by the HLGU Symphonic Orchestra, Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Clarion Trumpet Choir, and La Sua Voce.

A variety of music will be featured throughout the evening including a percussion ensemble, a traditional spiritual, “All I Ask of You” from The Phantom of the Opera, a cappella music, a John Phillip Sousa march, and much more.

For more information on the event, please contact Jane Griffen, music department chair, at 573-629-3165, or via email at jgriffen@hlg.edu.

by Rebecca Sneed ’12