Inspire, Fall 1996

From The Director's Chair W hat - a difference six weeks can make! The Ministry Center is nearing completion,and the view from my office window is astounding.In the past six weeks,the building has been completely bricked,the steeple is in place,the entrance is functional,the music wing is complete,and the bridge over Cedar Lake leading up to the entrance is done.All that injust six short weeks!If you haven't been back to campusfor afew years or many years,imagine the changes on Cedarville's campus.It's time to come back! Excitement is building for the opening ofThe Ministry Center,and I am encouravd by alumni who share that excitement.One opportunity for you to be involved is approaching quickly— Homecoming 1996.October 18 and 19 will bring the dedication ofThe Ministry Center and many events that you will want to attend.The weekend will also feature reunions for alumni who were involved in Concert Chorale and Symphonic Band, traveling ministry teams,and community Christian ministries, as well as Swordbearers. Class reunions for those classes ending in 1 and6 will also be held. Be sure to make your reservations early for Homecoming 1996 activities. If you have any questions, please contact the Alumni Office at 1-800-837-2566. You will find some ofthe latest facts and photos ofThe Ministry Center in this issue ofInspire as wefeature highlights of Cedarville's music program—past, present,and future. This academic strength has trained many for ministry,teaching, and performance. What a thrill to be able to match the excellence ofthis program with an equally excellent facility. Enjoy this issue,compliments of your Alumni Association—and I hope to see YOU in October! /441.0.‘J Jane Adams Smith'84 Director ofAlumni Relations T he purpose ofthe Alumni Association shall be the promotion of the interests of Cedarville College and the provision of Christian fellowship,information,education,and service opportunities to - the glory of God. Start Your Bidding For The Alumni Auction G boindlonngc$e460oifnogr twheicbee,aSuOtifLuDl htaonthd estaiticuhmendu cis o,, uil At2 p.m. on Saturday, October 19 in the Alumni Tent on the lakeside lawn,the Alumni Association will hold the annual Alumni Auction to benefit the Alumni Scholarship Fund.Alumni from all over the country have contributed beautiful artwork, sculptures, prints, hand-made quilts, and Cedarville College memorabilia. There is something for everyone at this auction! With Reds tickets, Cedarville College watches,area restaurant gift certificates, Cat's Meow Villages, a romantic Victorian picnic for two,and many more surprises from the Cedarville College family being offered, you will want to arrive early to look over the items you will be taking home. Items will be available for your perusal Saturday morning,and the auction will be held promptly at 2 p.m. Join us and support the Alumni Scholarship Fund! 2FALL'96 HOMECOMING 1996 THE MINISTRY CENTER DEDICATION OCTOBER18 &19 Class Reunions for years ending in 1 &6 The Cathedrals and Nielson &Young in Concert • The Ministry Center Dedication and Open House • Reunions for Music,Christian Ministries, and MIS Alumni • Alumni Soccer Game • Homecoming Parade Homecoming Soccer Game • Alumni Scholarship Auction • Tapestry of Praise Dedication Concert FrontRow:Angela Cooke Jackson '84, Jane Adams Smith '84, Sherry Rotramel Bouquet '87, DeMaurice Smith '85 Back Row:Amy Young Womack '80, Daniel Hicks '78, Richard Blumenstock '63, Sandy Holwerda Schlappi '75, Rod Lane '64 Inspire is a quarterly publication ofthe Cedarville College Alumni Association. Editor Jane Adams Smith '84 Managing Editor Roscoe Smith '82 Publication Coordinator Wendy Miller Orchard '91 Copy Editor Martha Baldwin Proofreaders Irene Gidley Michelle Longo Miller'86 Graphic Designers Mike Bieniek Dara Fraley Contributing Writers Connie Clark Anderson'73 Martha Baldwin Sherry Rotramel Bouquet'87 Jeff Brock '84 Charles Clevenger Ruth Hamilton '95 Dwayne Frank'60 Mark Kakkuri'93 Wendy Miller Orchard '91 Kevin Sims Roscoe Smith'82 Jane Adams Smith '84 Mark Spencer Vernon Whaley Photographers Dara Fraley Scott Huck Alumni contributors Cedars student newspaper &Se ir liallarnirivartjAMIMMElliw t correspondence,and news to: Alumni Office P.O. Box 601 Cedarville,OH 45314 or call 1-800-837-2566 mail: alumni O'cedarville.cdu