theme of the Homecoming Banquet, "A Celebration of Southern Style." Entertainment for the evening was provided by Dr. and Mrs. Lyle Anderson followed by the annoucement of Dr. and Mrs. Edward Greenwood as Grand Marshalls for this year's Homecoming activities. Next,came the presentation of the court: Freshman Valerie Baylock, escorted by Bill Lee; Sophomore Susan Olsen, escorted by Jim Reiter;and Julie Shellie Beaman escorted by Jay Benson. The Senior Homecoming court consisted of Sara Beattie and her escort Scott Dixon; "I grew to appreciate the cheerfuldedication ofthoseindividuals involved ... " Laura Coffman and her escort Tim Pryor; Angela Cooke and her escort Gillis West; and myself, escorted by Barry Kane. The court members proceeded down a staircase descending from the mezzanine to the cafeteria floor and over to the coronation stage. Homecoming week brought such activities such as the President's Associates Dinner, the Heritage Alumni Reception and Dinner, and the Prism IV Concert. On Friday of that week was Homecoming chapel. It was a memorable one featuring not only a message in song by the Heritage Alumni, but also Rachel Kitchen and Harry Sinks' spirited testimonies of what life was like at Cedarville in 1938. Student Senate presented a silver tray to the Homecoming Grand Marshalls Dr. and Mrs. Edward Greenwood. Senate also recognized Dr. and Mrs. James T. Jeremiah for thirty years of faithful service to the college. Saturday morning set the stage for all the activity; the sun shone brightly, and for once only a slight breeze moved through the air. The Lord blessed us with a perfect day for the parade and soccer game. Both events went smoothly. The parade provided enjoyment for both spectators and participants. A Yellow Jacket soccer victory over Northern Kentucky University put the icing on the cake.An all-school social completed the weekend's activities and provided a relaxing and enjoyable wind-down from the constant activity. I saw the theme, "His best requires our best," exemplified countless time in the generous support and encouragementof myroommate,friends,fellow students, faculty and staff members who showed me so much about what it really means to be a part of a Christian college family. All of these activities worked together to make this Homecoming a memorable success,one which will influence my life for years to come. by Susan Fields Coming Home In Style I n the past it seemed like an enjoyable flurryof activities including reunions with families and old friends,the Homecoming banquet and court,and the parade all of which culminated with the soccer game. This year, however, I received a behind-the-scenes look at Homecoming activities and what they involved. From the time that I was first notified of my Homecoming nomination to the ending of the soccer game weeks later, I found myself hurled into an exciting world of new acquaintances, activities, and responsibilities. I saw a little of the work that goes into events such as the Homecoming activities. I grew to appreciate the cheerful dedication of those individuals involved in long hours of planning and organizing and to respect Jim Barber and the other members of the Homecoming Committee, as well as Gary Kuhn and the Alumni Association. Their hard work and gracious examples truly reflected thetheme,"His best requires our best." Lace parasols, fans, and pink and white ribbons complimented the Homecoming Queen: • Susan Fields 34 Homecoming
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