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Volume 52 Cedarville University 251 North Main Street Cedarville, OH 45314 Yearbook.a story in words and pictures. This is 2004-2005, August to May, freshman to faculty, beginning to end. These are the shapes,the sayings, the sights of Cedarville University,this year and this year only,288 pages of several thousand lives. Once upon a time... Opening 001
In the fall workers set down new red brick for a fully circular patio surrounding the SSC lower level clock compliments of the class of 2003.Students enjoyed the new gathering place 002 Opening
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The Engineering Projects Lab took shape as a barn-like structure behind the ENS and closed the Ormsbee Trail to Hill Boys. The Engineering Department looked forward to much-needed space for their many projects. Walden Pond/Cedar Lake: A composition class project resulted in a reproduction " of Thoreau's cabin by the library. The cabin provoked more Cedars comments than even Vecino's. Opening 005
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A new fountain graced the lake thanks to Weclass of 2004,spraying passersby and beautifying the view.
Dedication Mother.Teacher. Sister. Friend. Professor.Wife. Those who know her use many different words to describe Mrs. Cynthia Messer. Born in Michigan, she moved to Centerville, Ohio, when she was seven years old. There, she met and fell in love with her husband Jason Messer. The high school sweethearts dated for several years, attended Cedarville College together, and married on June 25,1994. While at Cedarville, Cyndi majored in Secondary English Education and earned the Faculty Scholarship Award in 1994. After graduation, she began her career at Xenia Christian High School, where she taughtfor four years. During this time,she also worked toward her master's degree in Literature at Wright State University, completing the program in 1998. Shortly thereafter,she was offered her ideal job at Cedarville University and began as an Instructor of English. Throughout the past seven years, Cyndi has taught Composition, Western Literature, Basic English,and Methods ofTeaching Composition and Literature. Cyndi's goal in the classroom was to teach her students how to apply lessons from literature and composition to life. In training new teachers, she dedicated herself to showing them how to make English education a joy for their future students.Today,Cyndi remains devoted to her students as an Associate Professor of English. The unsung force behind the yearbook, Cyndi hires an editorial staff each year to put together the Miracle. She then works with the staff to make a ladder, complete deadlines,and produce the final product to be distributed to alumni, prospective and current students,faculty, and staff. Without her direction, consistency, proofreading skills,and encouragement,the yearbook would not be the same. Her staff appreciates her "sense of humor and the freedom that she gives us,the trust thatshe has in us," copy editor Cynthia Wallace said. Away from Cedarville University, Cyndi's life remained busy. She and Jason were 008 Dedication the proud parents of two boys ages 5 and 2 1/2. They welcomed Griffin into the world on August 29, 2000, and are currently experiencing the new world of kindergarten with him. Dominick came into their lives through a sudden and very special adoption process in April 2003.Jason described his wife this way:"She is a truly remarkable wife and mother, and she has been my best friend since long before we were married. She exemplifies the Proverbs 31 woman.She is profoundly loved by those who know her well. Her tenderness and patience in the lives of our sons is a testament to the grace that God has poured upon her. Watching her as a teacher, I wish that I had someone like her in the classroom when I was in school -- even though I would have worked a great deal harder and not gotten away with half the things I slacked off on -- and I know that teaching others how to teach well is her passion, professionally. Cyndi and Jason were also active at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Springfield, where Cyndi served as Chair of the Worship Committee for several years. The women's basketball team chose Cyndi Throughout their time there, Cyndi has worked with the to be their Honorary Coach. youth group,served in the nursery,sang in the choir and for special music, and has served as a member of the Women's Ministry Committee. As a former yearbook editor and current friend of Cyndi, I cannot begin to describe the influence she has had on my life. These activities she does and jobs she holds don't truly tell the story of the lives she's touched-- inside and outside the classroom. For the past nine years, Cyndi was the best friend I could ask for, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to know her. Professor. Mother. Friend. Wife.And so much more. - Kimberly Edlund,2002-2003 Miracle Editor
Cyndi enjoys staying active and even found time in her busy schedule to participate in a duathalon last summer. Merry Christmas from the Messers! Jason, Cyndi, Griffin, and Dominick share their joy as a happy young family. Kimberly Edlund and Cyndi remain friends after many years and have shared several important events including Kimberly's graduation. Cyndi,Griffin,and Dominick search for eggs dressed in their Easter best. Cyndi hangs out with the Cornerstone youth group girls, using her social personality and genuine understanding as ministry skills. Dedication 009
Beginning August 20 more than 900 new students arrived at Cedarville University in cars heavy with the trappings of 18-year-old lives. Cedarville Getting Started staff greeted them with Switchfoot's"Meant to Live" blaring in the parking lots; Ohio greeted them with threats of rain. Some students knew what to expect, while others, like freshman Daniel Pinkham, had never even visited Cedarville. They were all in for a very full weekend. Families settled students into their tiny rooms,took Polaroids with the bee, picked up IDs, and attended seminars on CedarNet and parenting. On Friday night the class of 2008 had its first informal gathering,complete with inflatable obstacle courses, homerun derby, golf, giant beach balls, and Nerf guns. Kristen Merkel admitted,"When I first got to the party I was overwhelmed by all of the new faces, but once I started mingling and getting to know people, it's like all the faces started coming into clear view." Saturday night, new students met their small groups and were introduced to the "5,000 Miles" tradition, among other things. Amber Cossaboom said,"The small group leaders were very helpful in answering questions about college life and classes." For the nextfew days,small group friends proved indispensable for negotiating the new world in which students found themselves eating at Chuck's and attending sessions. Sunday morning a special service allowed parents and students to worship,together one last time before saying goodbye. "It wasn't as hard as I expected it to be for me, but y family got all emotional and made it worse," Jenn Hertel said about bidding them farewell. SGA both welcomed and supported new students on Sunday night with a praise and worship time. They were in a new place and their parents had gone, but most students that night recognized that they were among family. April Hilgeman Students appreciated any help with unloading. "My mom and dad were both up here to help me move in. While my dad was doing the computer stuff and wiring everything, my mom and I set every thing else up," Brittany Donald said In line, Jacinda Gillette gets information about CedarNet."I was on crutches that weekend,so it was pretty tough," Gillette said. Alex Smith plays one of the games set up at the Early Arrival party in the Doden field house."The party was not that great, but it was cool to be able to meet people," Smith said. IMIIIIIIIIIMoscsirtsijijrjfl
At the Early Arrival party, Kimberly Loosa poses for a picture with some other students. The getting started party was a fun way to get to know a ton of new people. It was a comfortable atmosphere to be yourself, learn about other people, and form friendships," Loosa said. Hanging out outside of Lawlor, Jim Mackiewicz waits with fellow RAs Jason Ney,Jeremy Stephens, Tim Neetz, and Michael Angle for new students to arrive. It got pretty wet moving people in on Friday afternoon because of a downpour. Cedarville weather is so unpredictable. The next day was really nice out," Mackiewicz said. Jonathan Morgan poses for the traditional picture with the Yellow Jacket mascot and his family. "While I was moving in, my mom was making my bed, and in the process, she dropped my PDA and broke it. It was just a mess of digital lines. Very sad," Morgan said. Along with welcoming and guiding new parents and students, All the Printy RAs pulled chairs and couches out of the units, cranked up the music, and cheered every car that came into the lot," Cowell said Laura Robison joins in the festivities. "During the Early Arrival party, I thought there were so many new people and I didn't know any of them. It was a little intimidating," Robison said. With boxes in hand, Nathanael Davis helps a student. "My job was to help all the guys move in and have fun," he said RAs worked hard to stay encouraging, even in the rain.
Conference In the usual Cedarville style, students began this school year with unpacking, unpredictable weather, socializing, and "The Lion of Judah." Providing a transition from summer break to the unique CU lifestyle, the Fall Bible Conference aptly guided students into a new year of academics and ministry. The 2004 Fall Bible Conference commenced with two sessions under the leadership of Dr. Brown, who introduced his messages with the title "Light in the Darkness," his theme for the year ahead. He then passed the torch to this conference's highlighted orator, Dr. Tim Kimmel. As Executive Director of Family Matters, Dr. Kimmel works to prepare families for every season of life they enter, so they can do so together and emerge not only intact, but enriched. At the conference Dr. Kimmel,renowned speaker and author, mainly discussed why he believed a good number of students raised in a thoroughly Christian environment rebel. He also addressed what individuals, families, and local churches can do to combat this common rebellion. Students throughout the campus were convinced that Dr. Kimmel had related to them and struck at the heart of the issue. Junior Stephanie Stuebel reflected that the message reminded her of "the importance of making sure we understand why we believe what we believe." The insight Dr. Kimmel provide o challenged many students, including junior Erin Finke,"to be more compassionate toward Chris eenagers who rebel." Dr. Kimmel's humor often swept the chapel into thunderous laugher, even as his messages provoked reconsideration mfortable Christian circles.'ed by soaring praise songs and musical performances, Dr. Kimmel's message made itself clear: the year ahead would require thought, and the lives ahead would require devotion. Dr.Tim Kimmel r Drullinger said, "I've been the conference organist at Cedarville since joining the faculty in the fall of 1989. I thoroughly enjoy the instrument and appreciate its contribution to worship. I enjoy working with Mr. DiCuirci and the other musicians. But perhaps most of all I enjoy being in a place where I can hear the students sing!" Pastor Rohm welcomes students to the new school year, alerting them to prayer requests and introducing speakers—famous for his meaningiful pauses as he waits for students to quiet down Brian Carlson and Ryan Rotman play guitar during worship Rotman said. • I all around just love playing music Whether that's on my bass or my trombone. I just want to be able to use the gifts and talents God has given me for His glory. That's what I strive for each time I play."
Dr. Kimmel gives his "very pretty" wife a chance to speak, and she gains the student body's affection by filling in as their"mother"and giving a little advice. Professor Charles Pagnard holds the attention of three thousand people as he hits the high notes during his performance at Convocation. He noted, "Bible Conferences are so special.You can sense God moving in young lives. It is a blessing and honor to be a part of what He is doing here." Larry East plays the acoustic bassfor the faculty/staff quartet "Four by Grace" as they sing "Lazarus," an original southern gospel song by Dr. Charles Clevenger. Phil McCune and Emmett Robinson help keep the brass section in line. "I've enjoyed Bible conference a lot both years that I've been here. Tim Kimmel was absolutely hilarious, but at the same time. he was insightful and not afraid to talk about controversial issues. Robinson said. Dr. Brown smiles over the newly assembled student body during Convocation He later commented. Convocation is important because it gives us another opportunity to wear our caps and gowns." Paula Thompson,Isaac Pitman and Laura Ransom lead the gathering in song Ransom said. "I love the opportunity to assist in leading worship There is nothing better than hearing the whole chapel resounding with voices of praise singing to Godl To hear afew thousand voices projecting at you is amazing,and I love seeing people's faces as they worship."
a II Parade It was a cool,crisp morning,a little overcast, butthere was definitely spirit in the air. People of all ages lined Main Street to watch the 2004 Alumni Homecoming Parade. Kids cheered as they saw the Cedarville mascot,the Yellow Jacket, buzz down the road, waving at them. Adults chatted with each other and watched the parade unfold in front of them. Dr. and Mrs. Brown kicked off the parade with greetings to all of the paradegoers. Floats varying in shapes and sizes followed, as well as very important people. Abigail Winburn, 2004 Homecoming Queen, and her court, seniors Andrea Johnson and Rachel Marley, junior Jacquelyn Greetham, sophomore Katherine Sawdon, and freshman Kimberly Greer,each rode on the back of a convertible, waving to all of the well-wishers. Senior attendant Rachel Marley admitted, "Before the parade started I was so afraid that I would just fall off the convertible once it started moving, but once it began, I was completely absorbed in the fun." In addition to current Cedarville students, three Alumni were honored at this year's parade. Jeff Montie from th class of 1983 was named Alumnus of the Year. The Distinguished Service Award went to 1980 graduate Dan Poo . d Laurie Whaley,a 1997 graduate, won Young Alumnus of the Year. Student organizations from across campus participated in the parade as well. Some passe> pcakes,others threw candy,while some handed outflowers or maybe a root beer float or two. The senior float won first place honors, and the freshman float,"The Melting Pot," came in at a close second place fini d large,those involved in the parade as well as those attending e parade appeared to have a good time. Parade participant an ophomore studentTarah Boone said,"I had an enjoyable time participating in the parade because the atmosphere was light-hearted and amusing." As the parade came to an end, the clouds began to roll in. But despite the inclement weather, those in attendance rose to the occasion and made the event a memorable one. Senior nursing major Charlene Krewson smiles by the flag. "During the parade I enjoyed spending time with friends in every year of the Nursing program —from freshmen to seniors,we all patriotically united to pass out candy from our multi urpose bedpans,"she said Two Cedarville students dress up as Senator John Kerry and President Bush in the parade — not your typical hug shot. Elizabeth Wickert Homecoming Queen Abigail Winburn and friend Eric Huffer enjoy theirride on the back ofa convertible during the parade. Winburn'selection as Queen was announced at the Casting Crowns concert.
The CREW team pauses to capture a moment of their time while handing out Cedarville University apparel to parade attendees. Jessica Glass, sophomore CREW member said, "[The parade]is a great opportunity to have fun and celebrate the family of Cedarville University for both the past and the present." A student dressed up as a clown plays with some youngsters attending the parade. Ladies from Phi Epsilon Beta and girls from the community wave to the crowds as they ride in the parade with their American Girl dolls. Phi Epsilon Beta is a women's organization on campus that encourages spiritual and social growth for its members. Rachel Marley, senior Homecoming attendant, and her boyfriend Greg Vruggink take in all of the Homecoming parade festivities. Marley said,"Before the parade started I was so afraid that I would just fall off the convertible once it started moving." Sophomore Adam Ploeg punches the air as he participates as an "extra" on the OPE men's float. Ploeg said, "The men of OPE scored a 'knockout' with this year's first place finish in the float contest." Dr. Paul Dixon and his wife Pat smile for the camera as they enjoy another of their many Homecoming parades,during which they were recognized for 44 years of marriage.
The theme for Cedarville's SGA Homecoming 2004 was "Catch the Spirit," which in many ways the Student Government Association managed to do. From the beginning,students caught the spirit of fun during the tailgate party. Located in the SSC parking lot, the party included a variety of games and rides such as the sledgehammer-wielding "car smash"and trampolines that vaulted students ten feet in the air. Freshman Lauren Yoder thought the "hilarious" slam dunk competition "was definitely a highlight of the night." If students weren't too keen on playing games,they were able to enjoy a tailgate buffet including fried chicken and watermelon and relax with friends. Once all of the tailgating events came to an end, many Cedarville students walked over to the soccer field to watch the Men's Soccer team take on Shawnee State. They witnessed an especially peculiar entrance by the Yellow Jacket, who opted to fly to the game via helicopter to bring the competitors the game ball. The students' school spirit must have helped the Jackets; they took the win from Shawnee State 6-2. Shortly after the victory, many hurried to the DMC for the homecoming concert,featuring Casting Crowns. For sophomore Courtney Brat, this was by far the best aspect of homecoming 2004. She said,"The lead singer spoke to us for a while and it was really challenging. He was so real. Most of the bands that come around are cool and all, but are totally there for the show, but these guys were different. They were there first for the Lord and then for us." The seven members of Casting Crowns—Chris Huffman, Melodee Devevo, Juan Devevo, Senior HomecoMing Queen Abigail Winburn and Kate Martin rock out during the conceit th Andy Williams, Megan Garrett, Hector Cervantes,and Mark Hall—take the stage at the end of Abigail at aid, "I was struck by how ordinary a guy the Casting Crowns lead singe a the Homecoming celebrations, was and y with so much talent and popularity."
Junior Mike ipper and friends enjoy some classic tailgate grub—fried ch ken and watermelon. During the sides 'lifting slam dunk competition, a few team members give Wade ice a little extra lift. He said,"I wanted to show off my awesom skirt that my mom bought me for school and the pink wife beat tole from my girlfriend. I joined the competition because I t ght I could win; apparently I was misdirected." The giant slide SGA rented pro fun—and a little scary—for most of the homecoming attend . It was like a return to elementary school. Casting Crow sass player Chris Huffman keeps the crowd excited and the band fired up with his unique style and interesting hair. reshman Grace Zhang listens intent y as music resonates through the chapel. She said, "I liked the concert, and I liked seeing that many of the students went forward to sign up to sponsor a child at the end." Casting Crowns lead singer Mark Hall takes a time out to stop and challenge the student body at the close of the concert 0 Fall (119
Bright sunshine over Cedar Lake formed the backdrop for the Engineering Department's 12th annual Cardboard Canoe Race, held on the afternoon of October 1. The race consisted of 25 canoes built by groups of engineering students and six canoes entered by various academic departments. Groups of three or four students in Dr. Robert Chasnov's The Engineering Profession class combined their efforts, along with the help of two upperclassman advisers who had previously been in the class,to create a canoe out of a specified amount of cardboard (60 feet of 44 inch wide) and tape (50 m long x 48 mm wide). Each team spent an average of 12 to 18 hours on assembling the canoe structure. "We were debating how strong our canoe was,and I said that I thought it could hold a person's body weight. My teammates didn't think so,so I did a handstand on the side of the canoe to prove it. Luckily it didn't break, and my teammates didn't kill me,"freshman Chris Lehman said. A third passenger was a new addition this year. Dr. Chasnov explained,"When we first started the race, about one third of the boats sank, probably because there wasn't as much upperclassman help. Recently, less than one fourth of the canoes have sunk, so we added this to make the competition more difficult, but it actually helped as there was less water coming into the middle." Canoe number 22 crossed the course,which started near the Rock and zi gged across to the ENS building, with the fastest time at 2:09. This winning canoe was built by John Stefan, Justin Wells, Matthew Parker, and Daniel Copeland. Freshman William Moad smiles hopefully across the course, secure in his Viking; helmet, while another freshman engineering student races toward the; finish. r d Daniel Copeland Cr Dr. Chasnov Justin Wells w John Norton and Ricky Young near the race finish with fellow Keith Gardner triumphantly raises his hands as he passes the canoe of Joey Runkles and Zach Flowers during tli( b freshman Courtney Reid in tow. John later spoke for the entire "King of the Lake" contest In this contest, all teams whose boats did not sink during the race took to the watel th team when he exclaimed "Grendel ruled all!" again in what Keith himself termed "a fun way to test durability." 020 Fall
After an esteemed title, freshman Ethan Sanborn and Keith Gardner duke it out in the all-or-nothing battle, "King of the Lake." Freshman Ethan Sanborn and Scott Norman help their passenger, no doubt glad toonce again on land,out of the canoe after the relief of 1 crossing the fl h line in one piece. Peter Shellabarger paddles the nursing department canoe, competing with the math department canoe. Departments enjoyed the chance to build their own boats and test the waters. is canoe sinking, freshman Rober Woconish waves goodbye to an exuberant crowd of onlookers before he joins his teammates, already dipped in the cool waters of Cedar lake. A mass of onlookers covers the lawn next to Cedar Lake each fall for the annual canoe race This year, as no exception, spectators and wellwishers gathered again for an afternoon of fun and engaging entertainment. Leaning proudly next to their creation, freshman Dan Cummings and mark Betts flex their muscles and speak the praises of their canoe. Mark Betts said,"It was the most striking canoe there, but perhaps I'm partial." _ , • . -4\ 9 • \Z„4 —• • e
Kicking off the men's and women's basketball season, Moonlight Madness took place on October 22 from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m. The night included events such as full court drills by both teams,a three-point competition between the men's and women's teams, and a slam dunk contest. It also brought about the introduction of the Callan Crazies t-shirts as well as the pep band's and cheerleaders' first performances. The Lady Jackets took the floor first for warm ups and a full court drill. "The cheerleaders ran out in the middle of the floor to do their routine right in the middle of the gym. So after running into a few, we had to split up and go to each end, and we couldn't use the c rt for basketball. It was pretty funny to look up the court to pass the ball and all of a sudden there were cheerle ers all over," Kristi Beougher said. The men's team started their warm up afterward. "It's funny how while we e playing, it was so relaxed on the court. We talked to each other while guarding each other,trying to ke each other laugh or mess up," Eric Leininger said. The contestants in the three point contest were Donyo Frisco, Josh rilli, and Jason Weakley for the men's team and Kari Flunker, Tami Gheen, and Kylee Teb for the women's team. The women took the win in the final seconds of the competition. Kari Flunker said,"Beating the guys in the three-point shootout was so much fun. It's always especially with the whole student body backing A slam dunk contest was one of the night's highlights, with Sam Wanderi yable to compete against them and win, winning to the crowd's huge cheers. Freshman Sarah Sherick loved being "a part of the excitement" by playing in the pep band at Moonlight Madness. For her, the best part was "watching the girls win the foul shot competition!" Sophmore Scott Tarvin (blue) tries to keep the ball away from Junior Guy Rathmell (gold) in the Moonlight Madness men's basketball scrimmage. "Moonlight madness was a great way to get back into the cheerleading season," said sophomore Heather Kelton, shown center, getting 'cradled out of an arabesque." Pat Estepp decides the winner of the Slam Dunk Competition Senior Benjamin Bollman, pictured at right with winner Sam Wander', said that saw "showed us all why he deserved to be crowned the champion this year."
Ii ed Although it may seem effortless,junior Mugabe Thomas said that "honestly,the dunk was difficult." Difficult or not,it was a great way to kick off the season Junior Sam Wanderi wins the Slam Dunk Contest with ease by doing a "tamahawk" dunk, along with what he explained to be a "Tom McGrady dunk that he does in one of his shoe commercials.Its a one hand reverse with my elbow in the rim running baseline. I think it was one of two dunks that clinched the contest for me." John Wasson, Adrian Ramos, John Thomas. John Adams, Darin Kaiser, Jonathan Lett, Lewis Beeler, Karl Bernhard, Kip Tiger, and Andrew Noble are just a few of the group of guys that came out every game and supported the men's team by dressing up in themed costumes. Sophomore Brittany Smart and seniors Kylee Teboda and Kari Flunker play a great game at Moonlight Madness. Another highlight for the girl's team was their foul shot contest victory over the men's team. Senior Bethany Kirkendall does a mean heel stretch. She said that Moonlight Madness is "a great way to start getting the student body to support the teams throughout the year." Cedarville can always count on the Yellow Jacket to pump everyone up at Moonlight Madness. According to his Xanga site, he "loves everyone and makes everybody smile." Junior Gary Bixby highly recommends attending Moonlight Madness He said that "out here in the cornfields, it's about the most fun our school has."
"The year is 1949. We are in the Jerome house in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, New York—a working-class neighborhood about two blocks from the ocean." So begins Neil Simon's Broadway Bound, Cedarville University's fall theatrical production and what sophomore Daniel Tello described as "the best play ever." From the moment the audience walked into the Stevens Student Center Theatre, they were in a two-story house complete with two bedrooms, a living room, dining room, hint of a kitchen, and all of the odds and ends that go between. More importantly,they walked into the lives of two young men determined to write television comedies,a sacrificial mother,a Jewish socialist grandfather, a rich aunt, and an absentee father. As they witnessed the everyday struggles of the Jerome family, the audience was forced to see parallels in their own lives. "It was close to home," sophomore Kara Merrick said. Tello added,"Everyone can see a little bit of their family in it." The cast of the play carried memories of their experiences as well, having spentthe first half of the fall semester pouring themselves into the production. Sophomore Rebecca Wolff, who played Blanche, described her fellow cast members as "family" and called Broadway Bound "a blessing and joy to be in." Sophomore Eric Mishne, Stanley in the play, described the experience as "incredible. Portraying a character on stage t that shows such a variety of emotions is a fun yet challenging endeavor." the en of the play, the audience was laughin t rough their tears and left the theatre marveling over the stellar pertormance they had just witnessed. In response to why she loved it, sophomore Leah Jones described Broadway Bound as "real life. It wasn't just about a happy ending." Eric Mishne Josh Cobb Rebecca Wolff, acting as Blanche Morton, poses with her onstage family. "To mentally prepare for this role, I did research. Neil Simon revealed his characters through spoken lines in the show, so I was able to determine and efine Blanche," Wolff said Justin Keller acts as Jack Jerome dialoguing with his wife. "I warm up vocally, physically, and I pray. A show is less stressful when I give it to the Lord,"she said Eric Mishne and Josh Cobb argue on stage. -During the radio broadcast. the radio decided to stop working Eric and I had to do some major ad libbing to cover. Whatever happens,the goal of theatre remains the same,so tech or no tech we had to figure out how to convey the same message without the aid of the radio," Cobb said
"My character was Eugene The preparation is more physical than mental Not only do you think like your character, but you have to physically act like him. Actors have to be careful not to think their characters to death, because the character is, after all, a human being," Cobb said Josh Cobb paints a pretty picture. -I engage in warm up exercises to warm up my body, my mind, and my vocal chords. Then I plug in to the story and stay in there for the next few hours," he said. Eric Mish leans on the piano as Stanley Jerome during a scene with rest of the family. "I was challenged by this character. He e me, but he's not me. I had to become a person who has ilarities to myself, yet still be a different personality," Mish Stanley and his mothe have a tender moment. "I've been involved in theater since jugior high and loved it ever since. In the past, I had lead roles in Charlotte's Web and in Get Smart," Mishne said. Crystal Tuxhorn poses with the set cr "During a show, a cast member forgot to grab his coatfrom stage closet. One of my crew members crawled under the s the closet while the closet door was opening and closing,"Tu orn said. Eric Mishne, on the left. grins at his father. "In a dress rehersal, I sat down on Eugene's bed and it broke. I fell to the floor among pieces of bed and books and blankets. Another time, during a performance. I was attempting to leave stage in the dark. My suspenders were down and they got caught on the bedpost.So much for a smooth exit," he said.
0 I, Pra er A week before the fall semester Day of Prayer began, posters covered the lower level of the SSC. While the Day of Prayer has typically been announced with posters,these were interesting because the word "Day" was crossed out and replaced with "Life of Prayer," leaving students to wonder what the Advisory 7,and God, had in store for them. When most students left their dorms to walk to the DMC on that chilly, overcast morning, it was just a few minutes before chapel. However, members of the President's Council woke up much earlier for a breakfast with faculty and staff. This Leadership Breakfast has been a Day of Prayer tradition for many years. Members of Ad 7 were also present at the breakfast. One member Yosef Hassan explained that this year's Day of Prayer was,"not like other years, not focused on the Lord's Prayer." Phil Schanely, another member of Ad 7, further explained:"Part of the difference is in the liveliness of the service. It's more uplifting and encouraging." Mark Irving, the day's keynote speaker, used personal examples from his days at Cedarville to talk abou his struggle to find God's will. He said, "I was a worry-wort; perhaps you can relate." But then he chal students to consider that "if you're worrying about God's will, you're not really in it." The s on, Irving explained, is to pray continually,just as it says in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. "If you're ng this command, ou're notjust living a day of prayer, but a life of prayer." By the vening bonfire, most students would agree with SGA chaplain Mike Clutz that it had been "a day of refreshment and stopping,a time to refuel." During worship, Lisa Wendl joins in singing with others. "My favorite part of this chapel was when we prayed in groups with the people sitting around us." she said. Breaking into a small group, Rachel Marley prays with a friend "The theme 'Life of Prayer' was such a beautiful reminder that 1 must be in constant conversation with my heavenly Daddy as I trust in Him to calm my restless heart and guide my every step Marley said Craig Vinson participates from his pew. "I was overwhelmed by a feeling to pray for my family. It was emotional crying out to God for my family," Vinson said 1.01. 4.41. I I1
Once a year, Cedarville University devotes a chapel service to its newestfaculty members,introducing them and giving some a chance to share.This year's New Faculty Chapel was informative and energizing. The service opened with a prayer led by the new chair of the music department, Dr. Steve Winteregg. Dr. Winteregg, a world-renowned composer and former member of the Dayton Philharmonic, brought fresh promise to the music department. Keith Sider, a sophomore music major,commented,"Dr. Winteregg is a genuinely talented man with a Franco sense of direction and a real passion for students." Gandolfi Following two corporate praise songs, Cedarville sophomore Kristin Dudreck and junior Sarah Jett performed a piano/viola duet of "Fantasy on Wondrous Love," a haunting piece by Dr. Winteregg.After their duet, Dr. Bob Milliman—the new dean of the School of Humanities,Fine Arts and Bible— led a brief video presentation which featured introductions, testimonies, and advice from 15 new faculty members. With diverse backgrounds and homes ranging from China and Australia to Cedarville, these new faculty shared an "allegiance to Jesus Christ, a loyalty that led them along various paths to Cedarville." Two new faculty members spoke directly to the student body. Jill Zwyghuizen encouraged students to fall back on God's strength in times of confusion or doubt. Dr. Franco Gandolfi, Associate Professor of International Business,offered a memorable testimony about God's redemptive grace in his life."The highlight for me was the story of [Dr. Gandolfi]. It was so cool, obviously, that he was the Swiss champion of martial arts, but also that he was heavily into the New Age philosophy,and God saved him," said Josh Moody. New Faculty Chapel was a terrific opportunity for students to get to know their professors a bit better and for new faculty members to share about God's leading in their lives. • Kristin Dudreck plays "Fantasies on what Wondrous Love" written by Dr. Steve Winteregg "I remember seeing Dr. Winteregg's picture from college on the screen and laughing because of his hairstyle," Dudreck said Dr. Robert Milliman delivers the opening: "I have long admired Cedarville University, and it is a privilege to serve at such a fine institution." Jill Zwyghuizen tells the student body, "I had plans for what I was to do after graduation, and Cedarville wasn't part of it. But I knew when the opporunity arose that it was what God wanted me to do."
Independent performances entertained as well as challenged this year. Broadway Tonight brought classic show tunes to the stage, and Another Antigone artfully combined choreography, classic literature, and 20th century concerns of war and race. Perhaps most provocative was Alpha Beta Phi's reader's theatre performance of The Laramie Project, directed by junior Sarah Cliff and followed by a discussion forum composed of several Cedarville professors and two students. The Laramie Project, originally written and performed by Moises Kauffman and his Tectonic Theatre Company, recounted the thoughts, reactions, and feelings of the town members,friends, and family of Matthew Shepherd, the young gay man who was brutally beaten and left for dead outside of the small town of Laramie,Wyoming.The powerful play, in which lines use the word for word testimonies of interviewed individuals,forces others,as sophomore Rebecca Phillips put it, "to think about the opinions and hear the statements of those who knew him,those who were there to experience the pain of losing someone they loved dearly." Sophomore Dan Tello added that the performance "did well to portray to students the humanity of each character,showing their hurts,struggles, and cares." In presenting the play, Alpha Beta Phi successfully raised questions concerning hate crimes, homosexuality, and where Christians should stand on such issues. The discussion period following the performa positively reflected that the members of the student body were seeking answers to how they should take a stand as well as how to effectively reach out to those who are leading a homosexual lifestyle sophomore Justin Lyon put it, "Christians avoid this topic like the plague,and I think we are the nes that need to be out there doing something about it." John Viinalass Sophomore Andrew Tripp considers the effects of his character's action in Another Antigone His character"wrote a term paper for his girlfriend, and Professor Harper got wise to what I did," he explained. Amy Hollins, Kate Meyer,and Tiffam Robbins perform "I Feel Pretty" from WestSide Story. For Hollins,this particular song was"so much fun! I love that musical and it was a blast to get to do one of the numbers from it!" Sophomores Justin Keller and Matt Beres perform their parts in The Laramie Project The setup for this play was unique. it was in a Reader's Theater style, and each actor played multiple characters 028 Fall
Junior Amy Masterson, pictured fourth from the left, described this scene in AnotherAntigone as an allusion to the tension between the younger idealists and the older traditionalists. She liked the experience of working in this independent play because "there is a lot more room for freedom and experimentation." The title number from Thoroughly Modern Millie was"a blast to learn and perform," according to senior Kate Meyer."We were all nervous in the beginning about learning so many steps, but we all laughed through the whole thing." The red ribbon set upon the stool is a symbol for AIDS Awareness in The Laramie Project. Singing the part of Beastfrom the musical Beautyand the Beast,freshman Conrad Bear "thoroughly enjoyed the beastly experience! There's 3fething about diving into the thoughts of a character like that which is intriguing." Junior John Viinalass described playing Harry Harper in Another Antigone as "very special. At the beginning of the production I was a little bit intimidated by the massive amount of monologue that my character had, but as time went on, I grew more comfortable." Senior Mark McDaniel escorts senior Gretchen Sproul in Broadway Tonight's rendition of "On the Street Where You Live"from My. Fair Lady.
Cedarville did not leave parents with nothing to do during Parents Weekend.They attempted to cater to everyone's interests by hosting a variety of events, from concerts to tournaments. From Thursday to Saturday, families were able to watch a showing of Broadway Tonight, a showcase of show tunes from such musicals as My Fair Lady, West Side Story, and The Sound of Music. Many other events were available for the music-loving family to attend,such as an all-choral concert,symphonic band concert,and a Newsong concert. An event that especially highlighted the weekend was the parent forum, hosted by President Bill Brown himself. Freshman Brooke Lang's parents found this to be one of their favorite parts of the weekend.She said, "It made them realize how good of a school Cedarville is because it gets their students grounded in their own beliefs while preparing them to go out into the real world once they're graduated. My mom said how she was disappointed in herself because she wanted me to grow up how they believed, but she realized that weekend that I need to find what I believe and live that way on my own." This weekend wasn't all about going to events, however. For some parents, it was simply an opportunity to catch up with their son or daughter and to see them in their college environment without all the hustle and apprehension of Getting Started weekend. Tyler Ruegsegger said, "Ther difference between this weekend and Getting Started weekend. The campus did ' m as busy. I d this weekend a lot more." Parents Weekend is a slightly different experience for a freshman compared to that of a senior. As a senior, Jennifer Tuttle said that she still enjoyed Parent's Weekend and that the biggest, and perhaps most enjoyable, experience was"No Chucks!" Senior Jessica Spain and her grandmother, Judy, enjoy the Newsong concert in the DMC Reflecting on the weekend, Spain Jason Myers sits with Lisa Blackburn's parents during recalls, "We all went to BW-3s and Ethan Merck and his family huddle in the rain to watch the women's soccer the women's soccer game. Myers said, "Pretty much the ate wings, and that was a blast—it game. Merck said,"It was great to have them come visit—they generally can weekend can be summed up as freezing cold." was my grandma's first time." only make it down from Michigan about once a year."
"It's good to see my kid," • parent said. "It's been too long." Families enjoy the reunion during Parents Weekend, taking advantage of the time to catch up on funny stories from home and dorm life. Junior Alexandra Kingma's parents pNt next to the rock for a picture. Kingma said,"My favorite m ory of the weekend was eating in Chucks with my family—misiblings were so excited about being able to get whateva,they wanted to eat—especially in the ice cream line." Sophomore Bryce Bahler sits next to his grandmother and his mother in the Jeremiah Chapel during Parents Wpekend. "Having family here was such a blessing. I enjoyed Airing the'Ville experience with them,and I know they enjoyed/as well," he said. At a men's soccer game, senior Craig Beatty watches the game with Jessica Black and her mother lounge around in her dorm room his mom. "We just went to all of A student and his father enjoy the soccer game. Many students took during Parents Weekend. For many parents, getting a taste of the sporting events that weekend," advantage of the sporting events during Parents Weekend and exposed their child's dorm life was a blast from the past. Beatty said their families to true Yellow Jackets spirit. 1. Co' A I ;ill 031
Administration\ Admi we Council 034 Administration Dr. William Brown,President
Dr. John Anglea Vice President for Business Mr. David Ormsbee Vice President f Advance Pastor Robert Rohm Vice President for Christian Ministries Dr. Carl Ruby Vice President for Student Life Dr. Duane Wood Vice President for Academics Administration 035
Board of Trustees ftiaimmiiim Mr. Ron Becker Rev. William Bernhard Dr. John Blodgett Mr. William Bolthouse Mr. Gilbert Brueckner Mr. James DeVries Rev. Joseph Godwin Dr. David Gower Mr. Daryle Doden Mr. James Engelmann Rev. David Graham Mr. Roy G. Guenin Rev. John Hays 036 Trustees Miss Mary Howard Dr. Jack Jacobs Mrs. Ruth Kempton
Dr. Jack Kwok Dr. Paige Patterson Mrs. Debby Stephens Dr. Hayes Wicker Dr. Deforia Lane Dr. William Rudd Mr. Albert Stevens Dr. Paul Dixon Chancellor Dr. Michael Loftis Rev. Randy Patten Mr. Lorne Scharnberg Mr. Bill Smith NNIIftimaile Hon. Robert R.Thomas Dr. David Warren Emeriti Dr. Eugene Apple Mr. Francis Bresson Mr. James Carraher Dr. Jack Cline Mr. John Draxler Dr. E.L. Hawkins Mr. C.E. Gene Miller Rev. Irwin Olson Rev. Lynn Rogers Dr. Robert Sumner Dr. Paul Vernier Trustees 037
School of He & P rf "What a great place to work, where God and prayer are always the focus. It is a pleasure to see leaders stick to those principles all the time.The students have a similar heart for the Lord and have been great to work with," said Professor and Coach Ben Bellman, referring to his work in the School of Health and Human Performance(H&HP). The H&HP family deserved the praise Mr. Bellman granted them.They shared their hearts, reinforcing the school's reputation by using their abilities both in the classroom and on the field. Their leadership and teaching equipped students the ability to master their areas of study and graduate as professionals ready to take their knowledge and education into the world. Professor and Coach Teresa Clark said,"Integrating biblical truth and principles in the classroom and on the volleyball court—that's why I love my position. It's also rewarding to use a sport to further the Gospel and train future educators to stand firm on biblical concepts." 038 Faculty and Staff
Benson Belleman Assistant Professor Exercise & Sport Science Jeffrey Bolender Assistant Professor ercise & Sport Scie Teresa Clark Assistant Professor Exercise & Sport Science Ka Assistant Professor Ex Kirk Martin Assistant Professor Exercise & Sport Science cience Ray Slagle Assistant Professor Exercise & Sport Science William Vine Associate Professor Athletic Training Dr. April Crommet Assistant Professor Exercise & Sport Sci raining Louise Moris Adjunct Instructor Exercise & Sport Science Paul Orchard Assistant Professor Exercise & Sport Science Faculty and Staff 039
School of Fine Arts Dr. Steven Winteregg Chair of Music & Art Dr. Chris Miller Chair of Biblical Education Dr. Kevin Heath Chair of Language & Literature Dr. Charles Elliott Chair of Communication Arts 040 Faculty and Staff UM From faculty like Professor Michael DiCuirci, who led the thunder of the Cedarville classic song,"Lion of Judah," to Dr. Miller's Olt Testament class, the School of Humanities, Fine Arts, and Bible touched the entire Cedarville campus. This year broughtthe arrival of a new dean,Dr. Robert Milliman. Dr. Milliman rapidly gained appreciation and respect for his commitment to attend every student recital, poetry reading,and other event that he possibly could. This first year as dean was also his last: he was promoted to the position of Academic Vice President. Dr. Charles Elliot chaired the Communication Arts Department, which was involved in a variety of discussion-provoking presentations, including The Laramie Project. "I appreciated the dialogue," said senior Matt Molby. "It was great to see new topics brought to the table." The Language andLiterature Department, chaired by Dr. Kevin Heath, brought a variety of literary events to campus. Along with poetry contests and a foreign film series, the department hosted its first-ever literary conference for area colleges in February, with students attending from Central State,Wittenberg,and University of Dayton. Dr. Steve Wittereg chaired the Music Department, another new addition. He witnessed such changes as a proposed rotating art gallery in a music hallway in the DMC and students performing his original compositions. A unifying new feature ofthe school wasa newsletter, The Mosaic, which appeared several times throughout the year and highlighted noteworthy events throughout the departments.
onnie Anderson Assistant Professor ic & Art Dr. Lyle Anderson Professor Music Dr. J. Wesley Baker Distinguished Professor Communication Arts Rebecca Baker Assistant Professor Communication Arti es Bjornstad Professor Biblical Education Dr. Scott Calhoun Assistant Professor Language & Literature Terry Chamberlain Assistant Professor Music & Art Dr. Jeff Cook Assistant Professor Biblical Education Dr.Thomas Cragoe Associate Professor Biblical Education Dr. Don Deardorff Associate Professor Language & Literatu Joy Fagan Assistant Professor Biblical Education Assistant Prof Dr. Scott Dixon Assistant Professor Biblical Education Timothy Frame Instructor Music & Art Dr. David W. Drullinger Professor Biblical Education Ryan Futrell Assistant Professor Language & Literature Daniel Clark Assistant Professor Language & Literature Dr. Bruce Curlette Associate Professor Music & Art Dr. Dan Estes Professor Biblical Education Dr.Timothy Gombis Assistant Professor Biblical Education Faculty and Staff 041
Communication Arts Sandra Harner Professor Language & Literature Jim Kragel Assistant Professor Communication Arts Dr. David Matson Professor Music & Art Matt Moore Instructor Communication Arts 042 Faculty and Staff Communication Arts Dr. David Hoffeditz Assistant Professor Biblical Education Dr. Laila Kteily-O'Sullivan Associate Professor Music & Art Mischelle McIntosh Assistant Professor Communication Arts Julie Moore Assistant Professor Language & Literature on Grigorenko Assistant Professor Biblical Education Shannah Hogue Instructor Language & Literature Dr. Barbara Loach Professor Language & Literature Dr. Diane Merchant Associate Professor Communication Arts Kurt Morland Assistant Professor Communication Arts ' my Hope Guisleman Assistant Professor Biblical Educatio Michael Holt Assistant Profes Dr. tchinso Associate Professor iical Education Dr. David Mappe Assistant Professor iblical Education Cynthia Messe Assistant Professo Language & Litera
Charles Pagnard Professor Music & Art Mike Parrott Assistant Professor Biblical Education Senior Professor ucati Mike Thigpen Assistant Professor Biblical Education , Dr. James Phipps Professor Communication Arts Rebecca Sietman Instructor Communication Arts Beth Porter Assistant Professor Music & Art Edward Spencer Professor Language & Literature Dr. Mark Spencer Associate Professor Music & Art Dr. Peggy Wilfong Associate Professor Language & Literature Dr.Andrew Wiseman Assistant Professor Language & Literature Michelle Wood Assistant Professor Language & Literature Faculty and Staff 043
School of Soci & Profession I Dr. Ron Walker Chair of Buisness Administration Dr. Murray Murdoch Chair of Social Science & History Dr. Stephen Gruber Chair of Education Dr. Michael W.Firmin Chair of Psychology 044 Faculty and Staff The School of Social Science and Professional Studies had a busy year administratively. The school created a mission statement and measurable objectives;evaluated its advisors,provided development opportunities for them, and honored those who were outstanding; and worked to fulfill assessment and accredidation expectations. These efforts, particularly the advisor initiatives, were beneficial to most of the students within the school. The Departmet of Social Science and History revamped general education requirements. It also saw three of its professors, Drs. Jenista, Clauson, and Moreno-Riano, speak at a variety of venues, present myriad papers, and begin work on books. The Social Work program,in addition to similarfaculty involvement, had five seniors present their research on child sex trade to the Ohio College Association for Social Work Education. The Education Department prepared for a state visit for teacher licensure privileges. It also developed a computer program to help students track through their programs. Overseas teaching programs continued to flourish. The Psychology Department saw increased conference involvement,including hosting a conference on campus in the spring. The Business Department continued its strong history of business core success,with students creating their own businesses and donating the proceeds to charitable causes. It also pursued a new attention to international business and investment.
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