Inspire, Spring 1993

High school teacher Roger Foreman'89 of Lincoln, Maine has been teaching English as a second language to three Vietnamese young people,ages 16to 25. Now Cedarville teacher education students can have TESOL(Teaching English as a Second Language)validation on their state teaching certificates by completing TESOL course requirements in addition to their education programs.The course of study prepares teachers to teach English as a second language either in a foreign setting or in the United States. Alumni interested in the TESOL program should contact the Department of Education. Michael Stephens'80 has been named president and chief executive officer of Greene Memorial Hospital in Xenia, Ohio. Michael has been at the hospital since he took a business internship during college and was hired upon his graduation from Cedarville. He has served as patient representative, employment manager, director of employment services, assistant vice president and executive vice president. Mike and his wife, Deborah (Zallers'78), live in Xenia with their two children, Mathew, 11-, and Emily,8. Stephens served on the Alumni Council from 1987 to 1991 and chaired the council during his last year. Chat with AlumniForum ix alumni participated in the Chat with Alumni Forum during Basketball Weekend,January 29&30.Thisforum offers the opportunity for students to glean firsthand information on careers and thejob markets in their areas of interest. The panel members are prepared to address basic topics such as networking and job search, but give more specific information while talking one-on-one with the students after the forum. Our thanks to this year's panel members who shared their time,experience,and talents with the students. Angela Wilcox'87 founded Pathways to Recovery which is in its third year ofservice.The treatment facility located in Centerville,Ohio assists clients with emotional and stress related difficulties. Angela majored in psychology at Cedarville College. DeMaurice Smith'85 is currently serving as assistant U.S. attorney general in Washington,D.C.De's prosecution cases are demanding as he spends at least three weeks in court each month.De graduated with a major in political science. Jim Brueler'91 established his position as administrator of a nursing care facility through summer employment and internships. Jim stated that he sought information from all aspects of the agency while employed during the summer. After graduating with a major in psychology and minor in business administration,Jim returned to the Cleveland,Ohio area to begin his career. Career Services Update W ith great returns of the Alumni Career Survey,alumni are learning they can be involved with Career Services in several ways. Many times we focus on your help for current students, but the Career Services office can assist alumni injob searches orjob changes.Once placed in the office database,the resume of an alumnus is available to employers nationwide. Ajob bulletin is also available to alumni who are searching for employment.Thejob bulletin is a quarterly publication which listsjob openings in a wide variety offields from accounting to social services and can be mailed for a nominal annual fee. As career consultants, alumni can help other alumni and current students injob searches. Dave Gaffner'68,director of Career Services, has made several profitable calls on alumni who introduced him to the directors of human resources for their respective companies.The more contacts made, the more promising the possibilities for students and alumni seeking employment. Thanks to over 500 who returned their Career Network survey. It's not too late —send yours today. Dave Slyby'88 graduated with a major in secondary education with anticipation ofteaching junior high school. After teaching for one year he decided on a different career path and sought a position in public relations with the Cincinnati Bengals. Dave's advice to students is to not be afraid ofchanging career paths. Sherri Watson Smith'86 shared her experience in utilizing an English degree. Sherri was employed by Cedarville College for four years before moving to Chicago,Illinois to take a position with Scripture Press. She now serves as public relations manager for the company and encourages students to look at a non-specific major as a positive. Captain Dan Hicks'87 shared his military career experience and much more with the students. Dan attended Cedarville College in the late 70's but did not complete his degree. After marriage,children, and a career in the Wendy's Corporation,Dan finished his undergraduate work at Cedarville andjoined the military. He now teaches graduate classes and is studying for his doctorate. Dan encouraged others not to second guess God and His plan for their lives. Junior Connie Winch, Sherri Watson Smith '86, and Dave Gaffner '68, director of Career Services, discuss employment opportunities in the field of technical writing. Dave Slyby '88 talks about changing careers. HOW IS YOUR CLASS DOING? Can you believe it? As ofJanuary 31. 1993, 1,702 alumni have given or committed $102,108.50. another record-setting pace. To those who have already responded to the Annual Fund need of$1.16 million. we thank you. There is still time to join them in PARTNERS92-93 and become a partner in providing the education of Cedarville College students. Send your gift or completed pledge to: Annual Fund Office, Cedarville Collette, P.O. Box 601, Cedarville,OH 45314. Class Gifts Year Received Challenge Heritage 8,889.00 $ 17,100.00 954 172.00 1,200.00 955 1,365.00 2,000.00 956 200.00 270.00 957 514.00 1,300.00 958* 313.50 250.00 959 330.00 625.00 960* 1,879.50 1,100.00 961 283.00 750.00 962 572.50 2,450.00 963 1,317.50 2,500.00 964 2,039.50 3,000.00 965 639.00 1,800.00 966 1,281.50 1,450.00 967 1,288.85 2,200.00 968 2,070.00 4,500.00 969 3,362.00 6,400.00 970 1,308.00 3,600.00 971 1,579.00 2.025.00 972 1,246.00 3,500.00 973 1,640.50 3,000.00 974 3,501,50 4,000.00 975 1,373.00 2,500.00 976 2,385.50 6,000.00 977 2,346.50 3,200.00 978 1,822.00 4,500.00 979* 5,335.00 5,000.00 980 4,021.50 4,100.00 981 6,083.50 7,000.00 982 24444.00 3,100.00 983 3,228.50 6,500.00 984 2,143.90 5,300.00 985 1,979.50 3,200.00 986 2,066.00 4,000.00 987 3,059.85 3,700.00 988 2,097.50 4,000.00 989 1,810.00 4,000.00 990 1,331.50 2,700.00 991* 2,562.00 1.200.00 992+ 168.44 500.00 *met or exceeded goal 5SPRING'93