Inspire, Fall 1998

From The Director's Chair D issecting a frog in my high school biology class was one of those milestones in my life. After all, it wasn't every girl who could cut and tug and pin and label without a qualm(of course, my knees were a little shaky afterwards!). As much as I reveled in that accomplishment,I knew from the start that math and science were not going to be"my thing." Ofcourse,in college "general education" courses are required, and I have a few memories of those,too. Dr. Wetzel showed his perseverance as he tried desperately to explain what was undoubtedly a simple math problem to my limited understanding. Dr. Eimers,in his first year of teaching at Cedarville College, had me to contend with in physical science(I'm happy he didn't give up after that trial and continues to teach at the College today!). I remember Dr. Silvius taking a picture of my biology lab group before we went out to dig in the muck around Cedar Lake.The next day he knew all of our names. My math and science career has been far from illustrious. However,I have developed a great appreciation for those people who are skilled in this area...especially because it's so mind-boggling to me.I'm addicted to the Weather Channel;I think Bill Nye the Science Guy is fun; and if it has anything to do with nature,I soak it in. It's especially exciting to see Cedarville College alumni not only involved, but taking the lead in many areas of the math and science industries. This issue ofInspire is dedicated to those who view life "Under the Microscope." Faith Linn '83 Director ofAlumni Relations Putting Into Your kap ft4; RetirementPlans F or years, the charitable gift annuity has been the "bread and butter" planned giving vehicle for donors enjoying their post-retirement years. A charitable gift annuity provides a gift to Cedarville College, but it also creates a current year income tax deduction,a partially tax-free fixed income stream, and some capital gains tax avoidance for the donor.The annuity payout rate is based on the ages ofthe donors at the gift date; the higher the ages, the higher the payout rate. For this reason, the charitable gift annuity has never held much interest for couples who are still in their working years. But now there is a new twist: an idea that can make the charitable gift annuity attractive as a retirement planning vehicle. A flexible gift annuity allows the donor to establish the annuity now and earn a current year charitable income tax deduction, but defer the annuity payments until a future date. The donor is not required to pre-determine the exact date on which the annuity payments will begin, but must specify only the earliest and latest possible payment start dates.The range between these dates can be as much as 32 years. The decision to start the annuity payments can be made up to one year prior to the actual start date.The annuity payout rate compounds each year from the annuity date until the payments actually begin. The payment schedule and the annuity rate are then fixed as of the date ofthe first payment. The flexible gift annuity allows you to adjust your income as you enjoy your retirement.You can start the annuity payments when additional income is required, or defer to a later date with an increased payout rate. The flexible gift annuity can be used to supplement payments from other retirement plans that are more rigidly structured. The Cedarville College flexible gift annuity provides a way for working age couples to create retirement income by making a charitable gift. For more information or a customized flexible gift annuity analysis, please call 1-800-766-1115, write the Office of Planned Giving, P.O. Box 601,Cedarville,OH 45314-0601,or e-mail bartletd(ibeedarville.edu. 2 FALL'98 Netscape:Cedarville College - Admissions I Welcome!=IWO= MB 1 a A 6 aI, c4 4 B F cl Roload Homo Stroh Guide Images Print &mutSy Stop n I.ocalIon 44ihtto Ltueww oedorvilleedu/deptiodrni CEDA VII .. E _. 11-- ,Iii,t:...:,.) _ about the College why Cedarville? apply online! visit Cedarville admissions requirements request more information frequently asked questions 4-174 i0 17 Visit The New Admissions Website The new admissions website at www.cedarville.edu makes it easier than ever for alumni and prospective students to keep up with the 'Ville! +Send mail to an admissions counselor 4+ Learn about admissions requirements 44+ Request information Schedule a campus visit 4444+ Apply online Career Cedarville College alumni wishing to change employment can use our web-based Resume Expert system and have their resumes reviewed by Cedarville College business and recruiting partners through web access. Call 1 -888-JOB-4U11 for assistance. Many companies with whom Cedarville College has a relationship are looking for experienced employees as well as recent graduates. Get in touch with Career Services for direct contact information or access the Cedarville College homepage and click on Career Services, Job Searching Tools, Web job listings, and student access. It's as easy as www.cedarville.edu . Inspire is a quarterly publication of the Cedarville College Alumni Association. Editor Faith Linn'83 Managing Editor Roger Overturf'75 Publication Coordinator Jane Adams Smith'84 Copy Editors Jane Adams Smith'84 Kara Steinman Proofreaders Michelle Longo Miller'86 Wendy Miller Orchard '91 Graphic Designers Mike Bieniek Kerry Estes Contributing Writers Martha Baldwin Dave Bartlett Patty Belliveau Jeff Beste'87 Jeff Brock'84 Melody Curtis'94 Dennis Flentge Kirsten Gibbs'93 Lew Gibbs Faith Linn '83 Mark McClain'89 Wendy Miller Orchard '91 Roger Overturf'75 Dave Rotman Jane Adams Smith'84 Dennis Sullivan Janice Warren Supplee'86 Mark Womack'82 Photographers Kerry Estes Scott Huck Alumni contributors Please direct all comments, correspondence,and news to: Alumni Office P.O.Box 601 Cedarville,OH45314 or call 1-800-837-2566 alumni@cedarville.edu