Inspire, Fall 2002

Inspire 25 Carl Ruby ’83 Vice President for Student Services At Cedarville since 1983 More than any other institution or person, Cedarville University has shaped my understanding of what it means to follow Christ. Each day, I thank God for letting me work here, because I want this school to continue to have the kind of influence in others’ lives that it had in mine. I came back to Cedarville thinking that this would be a short-term job that would allow me to complete a Psy.D. and go into private practice as a psychologist. When I got here, I found out that I loved working with college students, and I enjoyed administration more than counseling. In the student services division we talk about shaping the culture so that it reflects the values of the Kingdom of heaven and the spirit of Jesus Christ. Ultimately, that’s what my ministry is here—to shape the culture and make sure that everything that happens outside the classroom supports what is happening academically. I’m especially excited about the chance that this affords me to work with fringe kids— students who are wrestling with their faith and struggling with doubts. To me, there is even an evangelistic aspect of working with these kinds of students. Karen Mathews Callan ’85 Clinical Lab Instructor for Nursing Department At Cedarville since 1992 I was asked if I would be interested in managing the clinical nursing lab and teaching in the spring of 1992, which is the year the ENS building was finished. I accepted, of course, on a part-time basis due to my children. It was very exciting to be a part of the nursing department in a new, beautiful facility and actually teach with the wonderful professors who taught me! Since I live here in Cedarville, it was so convenient, and my hours were flexible to accommodate my family. God has been so good! I love teaching nursing, love hanging out with the students, love to watch them mature in Christ and in their nursing knowledge! This is the best job in the world. I’ve often said that I don’t consider my work here a job—it’s a privilege! Jason Atwell ’98 Assistant Director of Admissions At Cedarville since 1998 I never thought that I would end up working at CU. As I approached graduation, I was encouraged to apply for a position, and as I prayed about it and considered it, I realized that I would enjoy nothing more than to support the ministry of Cedarville through my time and energy as a staff member. I wanted to work with people and share with them what CU is all about. I have now completed my fourth year of telling the story of Cedarville. I view my ministry at CU as one of encouragement to families and students who are seeking a place to attend school. I let them know about what God did in my life during my time here and how He provided for my needs more than I could ask or imagine. I encourage them to pray fervently about where God would have them go to school, and then let them know that Cedarville is the best school in the world!