Inspire, Fall 2004

Inspire 9 Record-Breaking Year for MIS Not since Missions Involvement Services (MIS) began in 1971 has Cedarville University seen such a large number of its family participate in MIS. A record 397 people gave of their time and energy to serve on MIS teams this year. Brian Nester, director of MIS, attributed this growth to several factors. “The years of positive MIS promotion and encouragement [from the administration] have brought fruit,” he said. “Also, we have many CU alumni out on the fields asking for our students to serve with them, and a good number of athletic teams served this year (they are a bit larger than a usual team).” The teams used “gateways” such as construction, children’s ministries, sports, teaching English, computer assistance, nursing, and much more to proclaim and exemplify Christ’s love. They traveled to Africa, Asia, Australia, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, and South America, and some served cross-culturally in the U.S. As Brian explained, MIS does more than help those who are in need. “The effect on each of us who serve in cross-cultural settings is life-changing,” Brian said. “A heart for the world, better understanding of missions, and a deeper appreciation of ‘home’ are all byproducts of MIS work.” For more information about MIS, contact the MIS office at 937-766-7609 or click on missions involvement at www.cedarville.edu/christianministries . Changes in Athletic Training Dr. Evan Hellwig ’84 has been named chair of the newly created department of athletic training at Cedarville University. In his new role, Evan will lead a team of five certified athletic trainers in instructing the department’s students. Evan was serving as associate professor of athletic training when the athletic training program became its own department in June. The change to department status took place in order to better pursue accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Athletic Training (JRC-AT). Evan holds a B.S. from Mankato State University (now Minnesota State University at Mankato), a physical therapy certificate from the University of Iowa School of Medicine, and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia. He taught at Cedarville from 1986 to 1989 and from 1992 to the present. leading to the dismissal of several cashiers and the pharmacy technician. In an effort to replace the technician, the pharmacist contacted Cedarville University. Not only did Walgreens hire a technician from CU, but they also hired five other Cedarville students. “The students are gold!” Mr. Kranjc continued. He identified each student by name and commented on their politeness and work ethic. When I made a request for a candy donation, he offered the entire leftover stock of Valentine’s candy and quickly referred me to Mr. Stube, the manager of the Walgreens on the east side of Springfield. I picked up the candy donations from both of the Walgreens, literally filling my minivan. As Mr. Kranjc helped me load the van, his parting words were, “That’s quite a place you have down there!” (referring to the University), and turning to a young employee said, “You should consider going to Cedarville.” Cedarville University is so blessed — blessed by the generous donations of others and blessed by students who live out their faith in the workplace. Another highlight of the team’s year was their participation in the Springfield (Ohio) Rotary Grand Prix, a race which raises money for local scholarships. The SIFE team’s mini-grand prix car placed sixth overall in the qualifying race, but was knocked out of the final race when the car was rear-ended in the second lap. After such an exciting season, the team looks forward to even bigger and brighter things next year. Candy and Compliments In the spring, Sharon Heldreth, administrative assistant for the special projects office of the Development Division, shared this story about Cedarville’s testimony in the community. One of the special projects that befalls our office each year is to gather candy donations from local businesses to be distributed at Cedarmania and Junior Jam youth events. Last week I approached Tom Kranjc, manager of the Walgreens on South Limestone Street in Springfield. Immediately upon the mention that I was from Cedarville University, he took my hand and smiled as he shared the following story. In the recent past Mr. Kranjc was transferred to the south Springfield store. During his first week on the job, a theft ring was exposed among his employees,