Maryann (’97) had no aspirations to write a book, much less a novel that combines romance with terrorism in the White House! But while studying Esther, Maryann began to imagine how the story of Esther would have unfolded today. Her personal notes eventually turned into a gripping novel that challenges believers of all ages to step out in faith.
At first, Melody didn’t see how a four-year degree in music would be practical—especially a degree in piano performance. So she decided to major in accounting instead, and keep piano as a minor. But the longer Melody studied at Corban, the more she realized she wanted music to play a bigger role in her life.
This past May, ministry faculty Dr. Greg Trull, Dr. Sam Baker, and Dr. Tim Anderson traveled to Cameroon, West Africa, along with seven ministry students, for a sweet time of ministry, teaching, and celebration. While students participated in a variety of ministry opportunities, faculty prepared Corban’s second cohort of pastors for graduation.
Corban University’s Theatre Camp is fast approaching! From July 23 to August 4, students entering grades 4–12 will be exploring different facets of theatre, from script writing to costuming to choreography. Get to know one of the instructors, Emily Abbey, who has years of acting experience and a passion for educational theatre.
On March 8, Corban University Theatre’s “Alice” opened for its premiere performance. Written and directed by alumna Rachel Ost, the show brings Lewis Carroll’s characters to life in a world eerily reminiscent of our own.
“Truly, I do not like the book Alice in Wonderland.” Coming from Corban alumna Rachel Ost, the statement is a bit surprising. After all, Alice in Wonderland was the inspiration behind her very first full-length show, Alice—the show she’s directing at Corban University this spring.
“He don’t know one note from another—he can’t tell a bass drum from a pipe organ!”
While this may be true of con man Harold Hill (of Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man”), it certainly isn’t true of the Corban University cast and orchestra who’ve collaborated to put on this spectacular show.