The Sterling College Art Gallery is hosting the art exhibit “Garden of Earthly Delights” for the month of February. Native Kansas artist Kathy Schroeder is the artist behind the exhibit. She has been teaching art classes at Sterling College since 2018.

The most famous character in all of C. S. Lewis’ “Narnia” books is Aslan the lion. He is at the center of all the stories including the first book of the series The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, an adaptation of which will take the stage for Sterling College Theatre this weekend on Friday and Saturday, February 4 and 5 at 7:30 p.m. and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 6. 

Sterling’s tenth president, Dr. Bruce Douglas, has passed away. Dr. Douglas served as president at Sterling from 2005 to 2008. He passed away on Jan. 12. 

“We are saddened to hear of Dr. Douglas’ passing. He was accomplished in so many areas of business, leadership and his work in non-profits. We are forever grateful that he blessed Sterling College by serving as President. His lasting legacy here at Sterling will be felt for generations,” said Dr. Scott Rich, president.

The Sterling College Criminal Justice program will host Jeff Hooper, chief of police for the City of Hutchinson, for its keynote lecture on Thursday, November 11, 2021. The College will host Hooper at 7 p.m. in Heritage Hall in Cooper Hall. The public is invited to attend this free event.

“Chief Hooper has an engaging speaking style that really connects with students. Chief Hooper has an infectious passion for criminal justice and we are thrilled he will be joining us for our keynote address this fall,” said Dr. Mark Tremaine, associate professor of criminal justice.