Inspire, Fall 1996

Heritage Corner Expanding Our Horizons ' C lassmates Laurel Diltz Herrninghausen'44(left), Janice Finke Morris'42,and Helen O'Bryant'44(below), planned a delightful afternoon offellowship and reminiscing for the 45 ladies who attended the annual Heritage Alumnae Educators Luncheon at Cedarville College on Monday,July 8. A delicious meal ofchicken kabob on a bed of rice and a pineapple boat set the mood for this year's theme, "Expanding Our Horizons." Gary'83H and Becky Selden Kuhn'78 reflected on their three years of ministry in the Philippines, working among university students in A Teacher of Children think Cedarville is the best college in the country— what they teach, the way they operate," exclaims Helen O'Bryant'44."It's an inspiration to be on campus and see the students. I feel very comfortable there." One of Helen's favorite memories of her days at Cedarville was singing with the mixed chorus. Twenty- seven members assembled twice a week for rehearsals and sang in all religious services sponsored by the College.The chorus also performed for various community events, including a music festival on International Day at Wilberforce University in 1941. Even today, Helen delights in singing as a member ofthe choir at Grace Brethren Church in Dayton,Ohio. After graduating from Cedarville in 1944,she taught a total of34 years in Phillipsburg, Northridge,and Kettering, Ohio elementary schools. "I like children so much,and I worked hard to help my second and third graders like school.I always tried to have a living creature in the class room—a grasshopper or a toad or a frog," she shares."I've traveled all 50 states and brought back rocks which the children liked to play with on rainy days." One event Helen Baguio City. 1992 graduate Jacquie Leshan Gathany shared her exquisite talent on the flute with an enchanting variety of sacred and classical selections. The 1997 committee was named at the end ofthe program. Ruth Andrews'46, Florence Bowers'47,and Jane Kendig McVey'39 will host next year's luncheon on Monday,July 7. especially remembers is when the children sang "Let There Be Peace On Earth"for a PTA meeting."There were tears in every eye." Helen cherishes small wooden replicas of Old Main and the old Science Hall which were given to her by the Alumni Association."These are special items in my apartment," she relates fondly. Heritage Alumni Activities Calendar Friday, October 18 at 11:30 a.m. President's Dining Room College Center Heritage Alumni are encouraged to enjoy this annual reunion which promises a delectable lunch and wonderful fellowship. Plan to come for the State of the College Address given by President Paul Dixon at 10 a.m.in the new James T. Jeremiah Chapel ofThe Ministry Center. High SchoolStudents Experience The'Ville F or three weeks this summer,nearly 40 high school seniors experienced an up-close and personal look at the 'Ville. The 1996 edition of our popular Summer Studies program allowed students entering their senior year in high school to live on campus,take classes, and enjoy a variety of activities that regular Cedarville students participate in throughout the year. Students earned up to six hours ofcollege credit taking courses such as Major American Authors,Earth &Space Science,Introduction to Dramatic Arts,the Christian Life, Introduction to Computers, and Racquetball.The best part of the deal is that the children of Cedarville alumni took these six credit hours FREE!Twenty children of Cedarville College alumni benefitted from the program this year. In addition, the Summer Studies students were able to attend a wide array ofextra-curricular activities including Blue Jacket outdoor drama,a gospel music concert,a Cincinnati Reds baseball game,and a trip to Kings Island on July 4! All of the students who attended this year were excited about their experience: the classes which helped stretch their minds; the social activities that helped develop life-long friendships; and the spiritual dimension ofthe program,emphasized in chapel and dorm devotionals, that helped create in each of the students a better awareness of their Christian walk. Kneeling: Christina Powley(Bob Powley 72), Ryan McGhee(Rich '75& )'vonna Cope McGhee '73), Jill Hand(Fred Hand '83), Karen Campbell(Jack '75 & Fran Chambers Campbell '72), Sara Allen (Robert '70& Betty Abernathy Allen '70), Kristen Kuhn(Gary '83H & Becky Selden Kuhn '78), Marge Jenista(Frank '68 & Barbara Lepine Jenista '70) Standing: Ben Mohler(Tom '78& Martha White Mohler '76),Josh Williams(Bill'77& Ruth Battaglia Williams '78), Tim Seigneur(Dean '69& Frieda Bonnema Seigneur '67), Matt Nihiser; Phillip Tate(Randy '75&Janet Green Tate '75), Ryan Marks(Linda Couch Marks '76), RobertSchill(Bill '69& Marty Brown Schill '69), Nicole Carpenter(Shirley Rocher Carpenter '72),Bryan Overturf(Roger'75& Linda Franson Overturf'77N),Suzanne Eaton (Jerry '66& Barbara UnzickerEaton '64N), Rose Marie Johnson(Diana SmartJohnson '72), Heidi Kinniburgh(Jerry '74& Janene Mohr Kinniburgh '75) Not Pictured: Allison Hume(Jim Hume '68), Wendy Martens(Ted '67& Ruth Klomparens Martens '69) Homecoming 1996 and The Ministry Center Dedication is fast approaching! Plan to join friends and former classmates, faculty, and staff on the Cedarville College campus October 18 and 19, 1996. Special reunions are planned for classes ending in 1 and 6, former soccer players, and alumni of the professional writing program. You will also want to support the Alumni Scholarship Fund by placing your bid at the 3rd Annual Alumni Auction. To make your Homecoming reservation, return the reservation card from the Homecoming brochure you received in August. If you have any questions, please call the Alumni Office at 1-800-837-2566. Come and join the celebration during Homecoming 1996! ••• Charles Pagnard, associate professor of music, enjoys a successful performance career. He recently completed his sixth summer playing trumpet with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. As a member of the Symphony, Pagnard played for the Cincinnati Opera, the Cincinnati Pops, and participated in ten recordings with Telarc Recording. Mr. Pagnard also continues to play for the award-winning Carillon Brass and is a 15-year member and principal trumpet for the Dayton Philharmonic. In April 1996, Dan Estes '74(above right) participated in the 100th Boston Marathon. A professor of Bible and assistant academic dean at Cedarville College, Dan still managed to train at about 55 miles a week during his peak. More than 40,000 runners competed in the grueling 26-mile challenge, with nearly two million people cheering them on. Based on his qualifying time, Dan began the race positioned at about 16,000 but was able to move just ahead of 12,000, finishing in the top third. Dan shares from his experience,"Only in marathons can the ordinary runner be in the same race as world-class, elite athletes. It is a tough physical challenge which rewards long-term commitment." Melissa Hartman, 1996 biology/premedicine graduate from Ft. Wayne, Indiana, received the Prince/Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) graduate scholarship, given annually by the ITA to an NAIA woman tennis player. Melissa was named All-American Scholar Athlete six times during her college career, twice in each of three sports: volleyball, basketball, and tennis. She plans a career in medicine and will attend Indiana University School of Medicine. 5FALL'96