Inspire, Fall 2001

Alumni Events May 29—Bangladesh A group of 13 Cedarville alumni who serve as ABWE missionaries got together in Bangladesh for a time of fellowship during the executive committee meeting of the Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary Extension Program. Gary Kuhn '83H, former director of alumni relations at Cedarville, organized the impromptu get-together. July 16—Scranton, Pennsylvania On their way to a conference in Boston, Emily Wiljamaa '98 and Faith Linn '83 hosted 50 alumni and friends at the Fireplace Restaurant in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania. Everyone enjoyed the fine food and the opportunity to catch up with friends and meet others in the area. August 11—Detroit, Michigan Approximately 50 alumni, family members, and friends met at the Detroit Zoo for Cedarville University's day at the zoo. The group brought picnic lunches and had the opportunity to fellowship with other alumni as well as ask Faith Linn '83 questions about their alma mater. Laurel Yates Perrigo '90 hosted this event. June 9—Portland, Maine Paul '95 and Libby Kennedy Miner '97 hosted an alumni picnic at the Portland Head lighthouse. The 23 in attendance thought the beautiful weather was perfect for kite-flying and walking around the cliffs and trails. June 27—Washington, D.C. While Dr. Dixon was in Washington, D.C. to meet with President Bush and other representatives in higher education, Kimberly Kuczynski'99 quickly organized an informal luncheon for Cedarville alumni at the Old Ebbitt Grill. Did You Know, Ginger Butler '99 and Lew Gibbs, director of career services, are teaming up to write a book addressing character-based hiring in corporate America. July 17—Boston, Massachusetts The CM (Council for Christian Colleges and Universities) alumni conference held at Gordon College provided the perfect opportunity to meet with alumni in the Boston area. Twelve alumni and friends gathered for a dessert reception in the President's Dining Room at Gordon College and shared their thoughts about Cedarville University. August 18—Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Meeting at the beautiful South Park in Pittsburgh, 15 alumni and family members gathered together for a delicious lunch a great time of fellowship, plenty of prizes, and an information exchange. Susan Hock '89 hosted this event. Fall Calendar of Events September 14-15 Getting Started Weekend September 17-21 Fall Bible Conference Knute Larson September 20 Classes Begin October 6 Royalty Banquet and Concert October 12-14 Homecoming 2001 "Oh,The Places We Go!" November 2 Solomon's Wish November 8-10, 15-17 Fall Drama: Husbandry November 9 Grandparents Day November 10 Band Concert with Dave Boyer November 21 Thanksgiving Vacation Begins November 27 Classes Resume December 2 Family Christmas Celebration December 5-7 Final Exams Upcoming Alumni Events October 6 Los Angeles, California October 12-14 Homecoming 2001 Cedarville, Ohio November 1 Gulf Shores, Alabama February 1-2 Alumni Basketball Weekend with Guest Speaker Tommy Nelson February 22-23 Alumni Winter Retreat Buchanan, Michigan Inspire 27