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President’s
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November 2001
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As I greet you this November, I am preparing
to leave for Korea and China with Dr. Ron Webb, vice president for
academic affairs, and several other individuals associated with
the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).
Our trip will involve discussions with college presidents
of Christian universities in the Chungcheong province of Cheonan
and in Seoul, Korea. In
addition to the business we will discuss, I am also looking
forward to the opportunity to connect with the many international
friends I made at both Hosea University and Seoul Women’s
University last fall when Chris and I spent a portion of our
sabbatical time in Asia. Both
of these institutions are serving as hosts for our meetings.
Another connection Dr. Webb and I will make
on this trip is with our colleagues at the Beijing Institute of
Technology (BIT) in China. You
may recall that a group of students and their professors visited
Huntington during J-term 2001 and participated with HC students in
a course on Consumer Economics taught by Professor James
O’Donnell. It is
our plan that students from BIT will again study on our campus in
January 2002 and that a group from Huntington College will study
at BIT in May 2002. How
grateful we are for these partnerships that are helping us to
develop a rich learning environment and to enhance the
intercultural perspective of students, faculty, and staff.
Numerous campus events, a meeting of the
Board of Trustees, and special weekends for alumni, parents and
families, have combined to make my life and work energizing and
enjoyable this past month. I
look forward to the opportunities for instruction, dialog,
understanding, and festivity that will accompany the remainder of
the semester. And, I
encourage you to take part in the many activities that are open to
the community. You
can read about them in the pages that follow.
As we approach another season of
Thanksgiving, I am reminded of a portion of our 2001-02 Verse of
the Year from I Thessalonians 5:16-18 – “…give thanks in all
circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ
Jesus.” It has been
a privilege this fall to hear our campus community offer praise to
the Lord for the many marvelous things He has been doing in their
lives. Even in
difficult circumstances and uncertain moments when confusion and
frustration appear to abound, many on our campus have chosen to
keep a perspective of hope in the Lord.
As always, I appreciate your prayers and
continued support as we seek to follow God’s direction for
Huntington College.
Sincerely,
G. Blair Dowden
President
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Admissions
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Class
of 2002
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The chart above summarizes the number of
prospective students who have applied and been accepted to
Huntington College for the fall 2002. The bars represent
year-to-date comparisons over the past five years.
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Academic
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Business
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Congressman
Dan Burton has nominated HC business professor, Mr. James
O’Donnell, to serve on the Northeast-Midwest Institute.
The organization’s web site indicates: "The
Institute is unique among policy centers because of its ties to
Congress through the Northeast-Midwest Congressional and Senate
Coalitions. Co-chaired
by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jack Reed (D-RI), and Reps.
Marty Meehan (D-MA) and Jack Quinn (R-NY), the bipartisan
coalitions advance federal policies that enhance the region's
economy and environment."
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Communications
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The
National Communication Association has granted Huntington College
the Lambda Omega Chapter of the Lambda Pi Eta National
Communication Association. This
organization recognizes students within the field of Communication
that have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to the
discipline of communication.
Lambda Pi Eta held its first meeting September 28, and
elected the following officers: Alison Young, president; Katy Piehl, vice
president; Heather Wiltse, secretary.
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English
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Dr.
Todd Martin was recently notified that his article,
"Where Trouble Sleeps: Clyde Edgerton's Criticism of
Moralistic Christianity," has been accepted for publication
in Renascence: Essays on Values in Literature.
Also, he accompanied several students to the Mideast
Conference on Christianity and Literature, held in Dayton, Ohio.
Seniors Tai Mauney and Craig French presented
essays in a session on Christianity and Science Fiction, essays
that stemmed from ideas gleaned in Dr. Martin's J-Term,
Christianity and the Science Fiction World View.
Kristi Cates, Carole Nickle, and Claire
Pontius also attended the meeting.
The Suburban Chicago News interviewed Dr.
Linda Urschel for a story regarding hoaxes and gullibility. You can read the column at www.suburbanchicagonews.com/opinions/columnists/tew.
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Forester
Lecture Series
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Dr. Lendol
Calder, assistant professor of history, Augustana College (IL),
presented “Charging to Heaven: Christian Faith and the Gospel of
Consumerism,” at the final Forester Lecture of the semester on
Tuesday, November 13. Dr.
Calder was, at one time, an InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
staff member at the University of Texas (Austin), and has taught
at the University of Chicago and the University of Washington
before taking his current position.
His first book, Financing the American Dream: A Cultural
History of Consumer Credit, has led to some high-profile
presentations at places like the American Bankruptcy Institute,
and an interview on National Public Radio's Morning Edition.
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Graduate
School of Christian Ministries
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An open
house and ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the Graduate School
of Christian Ministries (GSCM) on October 21.
The new GSCM center is located on the east end of the UB
Headquarters building.
Dr. Ray
Seilhamer attended meetings of the National Association of
Evangelicals in Washington, D.C. in October.
In September, Dr. Gary House attended the Contagious
Evangelism Conference at Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago.
In addition, Dr. Gary Newton, Dr. Dave Rahn, and Dr.
House attended the North American Professors of Christian
Education (NAPCE) conference in Chicago in October.
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Mathematics
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Huntington College hosted its semi-annual
High School Mathematics Competition. Ten area high school teams
competed for individual and team awards for their demonstration of
mathematical ability. Dr.
Patrick Eggelton, associate professor of mathematics,
coordinated the competition.
Details: www.huntington.edu/news.
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Music
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HC senior Sharra
Sieminski is spending the fall semester studying at the
CCCU’s Contemporary Music Center on Martha’s Vineyard. The program offers an in-depth look at the music business,
plus hands-on experience in recording, performing, producing and
marketing.
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Philosophy
and Religion
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Dr.
John Sanders participated in a two- hour radio show hosted by
Lew Davies of KPDQ in Portland, Oregon on October 26.
Dr. Sanders and Dr. Gary Breshears of Western Seminary
dialoged about divine providence.
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Psychology
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The
National Council on Family Relations (NCFR) has approved Dr.
Steve Lee, professor of psychology, as a Certified Family Life
Educator (CFLE). The
CFLE designation recognizes professionals in the family life
education field. The credential denotes a proven background and knowledge in
ten family life areas, including:
Families and Society, Internal Family Dynamics, Human
Growth & Development, Human Sexuality, Interpersonal
Relationships, Family Resource Management, Parent Education,
Family Law & Public Policy, Ethics, and Family Life Education
Methodology.
Dr. Lee
has also accepted an invitation to serve on the editorial board of
Marriage & Family: A Christian Journal.
The journal is the central marriage/family publication of
the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC).
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RichLyn
Library
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The
RichLyn Library will present its next “Focus on Excellence”
program on November 29 at 8:00 p.m.
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will present a
program featuring Hoosiers in the Civil War.
The presentation will include Civil War letters, personal
stories from the Civil War, and period music.
Representatives of Champion Hill, Camp 17, (including
Commander Gib Young) will all appear in official uniforms, each
representing different aspects of the war.
The “Company
Singers,” featuring HC’s own Mr. Rich McConnell, will
offer several songs.
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Thornhill
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On
November 6, 2001, Operations Manager and Animal Control Officer,
Ms. Dee Hoffman, and Clinical Director of Sorin' Hawk, Ms. Laura
Edmonds, presented a program on what to do and what not to do when
you find wildlife.
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Advancement
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As of October 31, we have raised more than $39.8 million for The
Campaign for Huntington College, having exceeded our campaign
goal by more than $2.8 million.
We continue to look for major donors who can help us raise
a little more than $1.5 million to complete the science project.
The
Campaign for Huntington College continues to experience the
Lord’s blessings. Recently, a deferred gift arrangement of
$132,000 was established. More
campaign news is online at www.huntington.edu/advancement.
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Board of Trustees
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October
Meeting
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The Board of Trustees met on Thursday and
Friday, October 18-19, 2001, on the Huntington College campus. On Friday, the Trustees hosted the construction crew at a
continental breakfast in the new science building and the faculty
at a luncheon in the Habecker Dining Commons.
Following are several items discussed or acted upon:
Academic Programs Recommendations
- The
Board approved that Dr. John Sanders be promoted from
Associate Professor of Philosophy and Religion to Professor of
Philosophy and Religion.
- The
Board approved a long-term competitive compensation
goal for faculty salaries.
Finance Recommendations
- The
Board accepted the audited financial statements for the year
ended June 30, 2001.
- The
Board authorized the expenditure of $50,000 from the fund
balance of the Annuity Fund to be used at the discretion of
the President in furthering the College’s strategic
initiatives.
- The
Board approved the designation of compensation in 2002 as
ministerial housing allowance for several faculty/staff.
Trustees
- The
Board re-elected Dr. Howard A. Whaley to a four-year term,
Class of 2005.
- The
Board elected Ms. Kelly Savage to a four-year term, Class of
2005.
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Student Development
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Joe
Mertz Center for Volunteer Service
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Fall Work Day.
On Saturday, October 13,
student, faculty and staff volunteers scattered throughout the
county for the annual Fall Work Day. Work was completed at the Huntington Head Start, Red
Cross, Dan Quayle Museum, Huntington House, and various homes of
the elderly. Alpha
Gamma Pi, the HC service sorority, contributed their Fall Work Day
time at Victory Noll on October 20.
Urban
Plunge. Ten HC
students traveled to the Olive Branch Mission to participate in
the Chicago Summit seminar where speakers informed and challenged
students about the issues of urban ministry.
The team also
was introduced to Pacific Garden Ministries, an organization that
reaches out to the homeless.
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National
Christian Multicultural Student Leaders Conference
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André
Laird, Greg Powell, JulieAnn Buist, Alison
Young, and Tina Dimitrova attended the National
Christian Multicultural Student Leaders Conference at Calvin
College on November 8-11 with Dr. Michael Rowley.
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Health
Services
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Mrs.
Susan Rahn has been hired as the new secretary for Health
Services.
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Student
Programs
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Alpha Chi
Honor Society sponsored a discussion on the issue of pacifism and
just war theory in response to the nation's war on terrorism.
Residence
Life sponsored a powder puff football tournament for all female
students. The
students experienced a few bumps and bruises, but no serious
injuries. Roush Hall,
second floor, won the playoff.
The annual
freshman banquet was held for the College Life class.
Each first-year student received either a tie tack or
necklace with the College seal and the class year.
The Davis
Hall Follies planned by Student Senate was a huge success. Ten different groups participated in the variety/talent
show. About $2,000
was raised for Student Senate projects.
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Athletics
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Basketball
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The house was packed in anticipation of the Forester's first game of
the season, and the men did not disappoint, defeating Cedarville
University 95-84. Prior to the game, there were questions
concerning the playing status of NAIA 1st Team All-American, David
Porter, who would be playing in his first game since having
reconstructive knee surgery in July. About midway through
the second half, many questions were answered when Porter had a
spectacular finish of an alley-oop dunk that ignited the crowd.
Porter played a solid 35 minutes and finished with 18 points and 6
rebounds. HC was led by Adam Hill's fantastic
all-around game. He scored 22 points on 9-11 shooting,
collected 7 rebounds, dished out 6 assists, and had 3 steals.
The Forester's two-point halftime lead was not quite enough to secure
their first road win of the season as they fell 99-97 to Urbana
University. HC was led in scoring by senior, David
Porter (24 points) and junior, Brett Snodgrass (20
points). The loss drops the Foresters to 1-1 on the season.
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Volleyball
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Crissy
Collins, a senior from Mooresville, Indiana, was named the
volleyball MCC Player of the Week for the week of October 22-27.
For the week, Collins helped lead the team to a 4-2 record
with 96 kills (4/game), 87 digs, 17 aces, and .260 attack %.
The Foresters played three solid matches to win their own quad
tournament. They got
off to a quick start against Rio Grande beating them in three
straight 30-17, 30-27, 30-24. They then avenged an earlier
loss by outlasting Cornerstone and won the highly contested match
in five games 31-29, 16-30, 30-23, 20-30, 17-15. In their
third match of the day, HC defeated Goshen 30-23, 30-21,
30-28. Crissy Collins led the team with 34
kills and 20 digs, while Bethany Woelffer chipped in with
18 kills, 19 digs, and 7 aces. Jennifer Bechtel had
101 assists for the tournament.
The Foresters closed out their regular season with a loss to the
University of Indianapolis. HC fell in three straight games,
losing 20-30, 12-30, 27-30.
The Foresters lost in the first round of the MCC Tournament to the
Cougars of St. Francis. HC concludes their season with
a 19-19 record.
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Cross Country
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The men and women’s cross country teams concluded their regular
season at the combined Mid-Central Conference/NAIA Region VIII
meet hosted by Spring Arbor University and came away with two
individual championships. John
Ngure won the men’s race in 24:04, more than a minute ahead
of the second place finisher, Matt Miller of Siena Heights.
Danielle Vohs won the women’s race in 18:12, eight
seconds ahead of Michelle Klein of Spring Arbor. HC's Natalie
Guenin finished third in 18:23.
In the team standings, the women finished third with 88 points behind
Indiana Wesleyan (55) and Spring Arbor (75) and received an
at-large bid to participate in the NAIA Women’s National
Championship meet in Kenosha, Wisconsin on Saturday, November 17.
The men finished sixth in the region with 193 points.
Siena Heights won the meet with 41 points, followed by
Aquinas with 51 points and Indiana Wesleyan with 114 points.
Having won the men’s race, John Ngure qualified as an
individual for the men’s National Championship meet in Kenosha,
Wisconsin on November 17.
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Soccer
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Women’s
Team.
Junior Kara Shoemaker received MCC All-Conference
honors.
Men’s
Team.
The Foresters closed out their regular season with a
3-0 win over Manchester College.
Tim Caldwell got HC on the board with an unassisted
goal 20 minutes into the game.
Not to be outdone by his brother, Luke Caldwell
netted the Forester's second goal on an assist from Jonathan
Palma with two minutes left in the first half, and scored an
unassisted goal five minutes into the second half to seal the win.
Goalkeeper Jeremy Rufener had two critical saves to
preserve the Forester's sixth shutout of the season.
Three men's soccer players, freshman Luke Caldwell, junior Tim
Caldwell, and sophomore Jonathan Palma, received MCC
All-Conference honors this season.
The Foresters fell 7-1 to St. Francis in the opening round of the MCC
Tournament. The loss eliminated HC from the MCC Tournament
and gave them an 11-7 record for the season.
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Tennis
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The men's tennis team finished second in the Mid-Central Conference
tennis tournament with 11 points. Despite being seeded
fourth, Ben Eggleston was the lone singles champion for the
Foresters. Eggleston defeated Goshen's Luke Jordan 6-2, 7-6
(4) in the first round, upset the number one seed, Indiana
Wesleyan's Justin Crooks, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4 in the semifinals, and
then outlasted Marian College's Kyle Funkhouser 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 to
take the title. Undefeated #1 singles player, Jacob
Miles, was upset in the finals by Taylor's Humberto Rodriguez
4-6, 6-2, 4-6. With the men's second place finish, they earn
a berth in the Regional Tournament in May.
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Golf
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Despite playing in adverse conditions, the Foresters
competed well at the Taylor Fall Invitational, finishing third out
of six teams with a score of 322. Justin Knierim and Jay
Tropf led the way for HC, both shooting an 80. Chad
Smith and Micah Beckwith both shot an 81 to round out
the scoring for HC. Two others, Tim Hoving and Shawn
Oertling, shot an 82 and showed the depth the Foresters have
on this year's squad. The Foresters finished their fall
schedule with a 6-6 record and a team average of 320, eight shots
better than last spring.
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Other
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Alumni News
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In
October, The Warlpiri-language Bible was dedicated in Lajamanu,
Australia. HC alumni,
Steve and Bev Swartz, were instrumental in this
translation.
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Family Weekend
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MCA Events
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November
1-20. IGNITE Emerging Artist Exhibit, Robert E.
Wilson Gallery.
Christians in the Visual Arts (CIVA) presents a traveling exhibit
of works by a number of emerging artists.
This exhibit will feature the works in a full range of
styles, approaches and mediums.
November
26 - December 7. Graduating Art Major Exhibit, Robert
E. Wilson Gallery. This
exhibit will feature works by talented Huntington College
graduating art majors. Artists’
reception: Saturday, December 1, 6-8 p.m.
Saturday,
December 1, 2 p.m. Gizmo
Guys, MCA Main Stage. The
Gizmo Guys combine original routines, quick-witted verbal repartee
and world class juggling skills in a very light-hearted approach
to the art. Presented
by the Huntington College Community Arts Program.
Sunday,
December 2, 7:30 p.m. Handel's
Messiah, St. Mary's Cathedral.
The HC Concert Choir and Orchestra joins with the Community
Festival Chorus in a presentation of the most beloved of all
sacred choral works. (No ticket required.)
Thursday,
December 6, 7 p.m. Little
Women, Opening Night, Studio Theatre.
The Family Christmas Theatre Production, directed by Paula Trimpey.
A timeless classic presented in a Victorian Christmas setting.
(Performances also on December 7 at 9 p.m.; December 8 at 3 and 7
p.m.)
Friday,
December 7, 7 p.m. Celebration
Concert, MCA Main Stage.
Featuring HC Wind Ensemble, Women's Chorale, Concert Choir,
and Handbells in a joyous celebration of the music of the season.
December
10-21. Graduating
Art Major Exhibit, Robert E. Wilson Gallery.
This exhibit will feature works by talented Huntington
College graduating art majors. Artists’ reception: Saturday,
December 15, 6-8 p.m.
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