Towers Magazine

Towers magazine has been published by Otterbein University since 1926, named for the main architectural feature of the schools main building, Towers Hall. The history of Towers magazine is incomplete due to a lack of early copies. The oldest magazine we believe to be a part of the Towers run was published in 1926 and was then named The Otterbein Alumni Magazine. The name was changed to Otterbein Towers (Vol. XII, No. 2) in 1939. It is currently a 52-page full-color magazine printed twice yearly with a circulation of around 28,000.

The mission of Towers magazine is to inform alumni, the campus community, parents and friends of the University on happenings and events of Otterbein, of its alumni, and of its community members; to communicate the heart, culture and voice of Otterbein; and to engage and further strengthen the ties of all constituents to Otterbein University

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Otterbein Towers Spring/Summer 2020

Otterbein Towers

Leading Through Crisis; Framing the Future: Otterbein's New Strategic Plan; Otterbein's Small Pieces of Armor; Highlighting the Helpers; A Different Viewpoint
Otterbein Towers Fall /Winter 2019

Otterbein Towers

The 2019 Democratic Presidential Debate held at Otterbein. Taking a look at Racial Identity. A Commitment to Affordability. Integrative Studies : A Retrospective of More Than 50 Years of Curriculum Innovation and a Look at Its Impact.
Otterbein Towers Spring 2019

Otterbein Towers

The Inauguration of the 21st President, Only Otterbein: Inclusive, Innovative and Intentional, A Campus Center for the Future
Otterbein Towers Winter 2018

Otterbein Towers

The Point is made. John L. Comerford, the 21st President of Otterbein University. Breathing New Life into the Campus Center. The STAND Campaign Impact Report. Giving Societies Honor Philanthropy.
Otterbein Towers Spring 2018

Otterbein Towers

Five Things I Genuinely Love About Otterbein, Celebrating President Kathy Krendl, Campaign News, A Lasting Cardinal Connection, Around the 'Bein, Classnotes, From the Archives, Milestones, Alumni Matters
Otterbein Towers Fall 2017

Otterbein Towers

Kindness Matters At Otterbein:

We STAND Together. Otterbein Matters, Why Kindness Matters, Building a Kinder Future, Kindness Behind Bars, Reflections on Kindness, Kindness Through the Years, Campaign News/Honor Roll, Sustainability Matters.
Otterbein Towers Summer 2017

Otterbein Towers

Exploring Otterbein's DNA. Articles Include: Otterbein's Ancestry, A STANDing Ovation, STANDing Together, Otterbein's Proud DNA
Otterbein Towers Fall 2016

Otterbein Towers

What We Stand For. Articles include: A Promise for the Future - Beth Daugherty, A Spotlight on Otterbein Values, The Faculty Student Connection with Alan Goff '75 and David Deever '61, A Campaign Update, and "A Place to Belong" about Annie Upper '86.
Otterbein Towers Spring 2016

Otterbein Towers

Heroes are described in many ways. The words on this cover come from the stories in this issue. What qualities and characteristics define a hero for you?
Otterbein Towers Fall 2015

Otterbein Towers

Hidden Lives. Features Hidden Challenges; Reaching Out to the Unseen In Hidden America, author Jeanne Marie Laskas takes her readers inside the lives of people who are often overlooked. Several alumni are reaching out to the “unseen” people around them; Faculty-Student Connections: "Many alumni choose to honor a professor who helped shape their life. This issue features Professor John Laubach’s impact on Stephanie Souryasack ’93; I STAND with Otterbein: A Global Perspective Elizabeth Salt, recently retired cataloger and metadata librarian at Otterbein, said her travels broadened her view.
Otterbein Towers Early Summer 2015

Otterbein Towers

Model Community Connections. Features: The O Factor: Values Connect Us; New Series! Faculty-Student Connections; Otterbein Connections from Coast to Coast; From Where I Stand: Fighting Ebola; Passing the Torch for the Future, etc.
Otterbein Towers Fall 2014

Otterbein Towers

The Campaign for Otterbein’s Future: Investing in Students First. Features: Where We Stand Matters: $50 Million Goal: Three Funding Priorities; $15 Million for Campus Renewal; $18 Million to Build a Model Community; $17 Million for Access and Affordability; Partnerships that Matter; Why Otterbein Matters: A Presidential Perspective; A 100th Birthday for Howard House, etc.
Otterbein Towers Summer 2014

Otterbein Towers

From intern to employee. Features:The Power of Cardinal Connections in the Workforce; Tips for Creating an Internship; Exciting Summer Internships; Meaningful Mentoring; Sir Salman Rushdie Addresses a Full House in Cowan Hall; Senator and Writer Duo Address Commencement; New Engineering Major Announced; Otterbein Welcomes New Provost and VP for Academic Affairs;The Chemistry Was There, etc.
Otterbein Towers Fall 2013

Otterbein Towers

RESEARCH AND CREATIVE WORK From Budgies to Baritones. Features: A Master Plan; A Model Community; Opportunities Abound for Research; Showcasing Our Scholars; A Distinguished Career in Research; Fostering Creativity; Community Garden Wins Growing to Green Award; Common Book Author Visits Campus;
Otterbein Towers Spring 2013

Otterbein Towers

Recycle this Issue It’s all about being green. Features: A Greener Otterbein; 10 Tips for a Greener You; Landlocked No More; Every Day is Earth Day for Alumni Farmers; Protecting the Sea Turtles; The Otterbein Greenhouse: Now and Through the Ages;
Otterbein Towers Fall 2012

Otterbein Towers

ISSUES OF THE DAY Cultivating an open dialogue. Features: College Affordability; The Job Market; Health Care; Undocumented Students; Students Get the Vote Out; An Outside Look Inside American Politics; The Day Cochran Burned — A Rescue Remembered;Otterbein dedicates The Austin E. Knowlton Center for Equine Science; Common Book Looks at Ethics, Race in Medicine;
Otterbein Towers Summer 2012

Otterbein Towers

On track for success. Winning on the Field and in the Classroom. Features:Face-to-Face Strategy; Cardinal Pride in Action; Living a Legacy; Crazy for Cardinals; Prepping for Success; Going Pro; Going for the Gold, etc.
Otterbein Towers Spring 2012

Otterbein Towers

Leading by Example. Features: Alumni Leading the Way (in business and industry; in entertainment; in medicine and science; in government and international relations); The Making of Leaders; Leading the Way by Example; Leaders Who Came to the ’Bein, etc.
Otterbein Towers Fall 2011

Otterbein Towers

A Season of Sharing. Features: Guests Who Came to Dinner: A Cornucopia of Otterbein Faithful Servants; Giving Thanks... (...for Food at our Table; ...for our Good Health; ...for the Warmth of Home; ...for Family and Friends); A Commitment to Service; The Doctor is Here to Help, etc.
Otterbein Towers Summer 2011

Otterbein Towers

How a Re-Imagined Curriculum is shaping Otterbein’s Future. Features: How a Re-Imagined Curriculum is shaping Otterbein’s Future; Historical Highlights of Curriculum; Encore Careers; From Nurse to Pastry Chef & Entrepreneur; La Dolce Vita; 2011 Alumni Weekend, etc.
Otterbein Towers Spring 2011

Otterbein Towers

One of a Kind Opportunities Take Center Stage. Features: Eight Seniors - One Experience of a Lifetime; Real-Life Learning (Theatre Students Take New York; Adventurous Internships From Lab to Life Singers and Unsung Heroes PR Students Go to Washington Timeline of Experiential Learning); From Dolphins to Presidents; Lifelong Memories Made in China, etc.
Otterbein Towers Fall 2010

Otterbein Towers

Young Qingdao students come to Otterbein to learn language, culture; A Lifelong Career Abroad; Choir Performs in China; History of International study; Features: Community Garden Takes Root; The Global Classroom; The World’s His Oyster; The Language of Learning; Voices Bridging Cultures; Towers is 84 Years Old; Regulars: Letters; Otterbein Here & Now; Around the ’Bein; Classnotes; Milestones; Alumni Matters, etc.
Otterbein Towers Spring 2010

Otterbein Towers

Opening New Journeys; Features: Equine’s New Digs: The new Equine Center, opened last fall, is a hub of activity for College and community events; Otterbein U: The Otterbein University name change will be official in September; a recap of Founder’s Day activities; Regulars: Message from the Editor; College News; Classnotes; Milestones; Investing in Otterbein; Alumni Notes, etc.
Otterbein Towers Winter 2010

Otterbein Towers

The extraordinary life of William Hanby; From slave to freedom crusader; Features: Let’s Fly One for the ’Bein: A remembrance of William “Arnie” Lamp Jr.; as told by fellow soldier, Robert “Bud” Warner; William Hanby — An Extraordinary Life; Regulars: College News: Chinese Scientists Study Otterbein Lake; Fulbright Scholar Returns from Montenegro; Prof. of English has big hit in Bollywood; Center for Global Engagement Created; Student Named Franklin Co. Volunteer of the Year; Student Volunteers Connect with Seniors; 2010 Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation; New Head of Adult Learning Program Named; Spotlight on Faculty: Mary McKelvey; What’s New Online; Classnotes: Profile: Talented Senior Competed for Miss America; Profile: Recent Grad has “Fun with Flipper”; Milestones; Investing in Otterbein; Alumni Notes, etc.
Otterbein Towers Fall 2009

Otterbein Towers

Shining a new light; Features: Science Center Opens; The Inauguration; Meet Our New President; 20 Things to Know; Regulars: College News: Otterbein Security to Become Police Force; Evolutionary Scientist Speaks on Origin of Species; Dee Dee Myers is 2010 Pack Lecturer; English Prof. Named Ohio Poet of the Year; VP for Institutional Advancement Hired; Mortar Board Wins National Award; Second Class Inducted into Athletics HOF; Lacrosse Comes to Otterbein; New Leadership Minor Offered; Spotlight on Faculty: Uwe Trittman; Fallen Veterans Honored with Plaque; CCE Director Finishes Year as Engaged Scholar; ClassNotes; Milestones; Investing in Otterbein, Alumni Notes, etc.