Inspire, Spring 1996

ResidentDirectors DirectlrInvolved o what does a resident director do?" Any resident director(RD)will tell you that this is the most frequently-asked question he or she hears. They are also the most difficult to answer,because an RD's job is so varied from day to day. Busy days filled with counseling, discipleship, discipline, planning activities, handling crisis situations...often turn into busy evenings with hall meetings, devotions,dorm activities, conflict resolution,fire drills, and bonding with students in the dorm. The nine full-time RDs and three student RDs all agree that building into the lives of students is well worth the long hours."Knowing you've played an important part in a student's college experience and that you've made a positive impact is the greatest reward," says Faith Linn'83,resident director ofthe newest women's residence, McKinney Hall. The RDs are also encouraged to find outlets to help prevent burnout and to have other types ofstudent contact. According to Jeff Beste'86,RD of McChesney Hall, "The flexibility of myjob has allowed my wife and me the opportunity to lead the MIS team to Australia this summer."RDs have also been seen working in admissions or campus activities, teaching,taking classes,acting, and coaching sports teams. Being an RD not only keeps you involved,but it also keeps you young! irn- nmaaprms,e- , FrontRow:Kirsten Gibbs '93(Faith), Joan Street(Maddox),JeffBeste '86 (McChesney),Eleanor Taylor '62(Willetts), Pat Drury '91(Lawlor) Back Row:Lee Webb(Brock), Faith Linn '83(McKinney), Clinton Rice '92(Palmer, Rogers, Marshall, Carr) NotPictured:Joy Fagan '89(Printy) Campus Activities On TheGo A ccording to Dick Walker'74N,director ofcampus activities,"The goal ofthe Campus Activities Office(CAO)is to provide programming that enhances and complements student life outside the classroom."The CAO strives to meet this objective by scheduling a variety of programming which includes the fall new student orientation program "Getting Started," the Artist Series(fine arts series), and the"Campus Activities Board Presents" series ofChristian concerts and programs.The CAO also coordinates special family times at the 'Ville such as Grandparents Day,Li'l Sibs Weekend,and Parents Weekend. Student leadership training and campus organizations are also an integral part of the CAO.Jeff Beste'86 works closely with student leaders to coordinate special emphasis weeks such as Hunger and Homeless Awareness Weeks. Emily Jagger Rohm'95 maintains the daily operations of the office and coordinates communication from the CAO via the printed NewsBriefs and CedarNet's Announcements and Especially for Parents pages on the World Wide Web. TheCAO also strives to be ofservice to parents as they play a critical role in their student's college experience. Among services to parents is a 1-800 information line,a newsletter(The 'Ville),and "Partyline Productions." Coordinated by Sheron Gibbs, Partyline gives parents an opportunity to order birthday cakes, balloons,flowers,and snack attack packs for their student throughout the year. Michelle Longo Miller'86, assistant to the director of campus activities, directs the college hosting program, which makes college facilities available for church organizations. Groups hosted on campus include anything from Awana Olympics to a 900-person Midwest Chinese Churches conference. Michelle also schedules the Student Center and supervises The Gavelyte Deli staff. The Campus Recreational Activities Program offers a wide variety of activities designed to meet the recreational interests of the college family. Mark Mathews'82,director of recreational activities, develops and coordinates this program which includes 21 intramural sports,outdoor pursuits,special 1 events,sports clubs,and aerobic exercise classes. During winter quarter alone,over 500students participated in intramural basketball! Dick Walker '74N,director ofcampus activities, participates in Homecoming 1995. Fit To Be Tied: Before They Tie TheKnot it To Be Tied,a year-long premarriage counseling program sponsored by the Student Services and Christian Ministries divisions along with the departments ofCounseling and Campus Activities,offers engaged and pre-engaged couples opportunities to evaluate their readiness for marriage. Currently 43 student couples are involved. The program includes premarriage tests, general group sessions,and a mentoring relationship with an individual or a married couple ofthe engaged couple's choosing. Participants attend general sessions on the biblical basis for marriage,financial management,communication and conflict resolution,and,for engaged couples, physical intimacy. Mentors meet with their couple often to help answer questions and share insights they have learned and are still learning. Mentors point out possible areas ofconflict indicated from premarriage tests and help the couple learn to deal with these areas. Fit To Be Tied seeks to provide biblical principles and counsel that will enhance the joy and minimize the difficulties couples will experience in their marriage. SGA ProducesLeaders he Student Government Association(formerly known as the Student Council and then Student Senate)has provided student leadership opportunities and served the Cedarville College student body since 1953.Don Rickard'58N,vice president for student services, has served as advisor since 1970. Historically,the Student Government Association(SGA)has benefitted from excellent student leadership,and this year's officers carry on that tradition. The current executive council includes: Bowe Hoye,president(second term); Kristin Rinehart, vice president; Abigail Brown,secretary; Bart Butler,treasurer; and Mark Totten,chaplain.The remainder ofthe association membership consists of elected representatives from all classes,residence halls,and SGA-approved campus organizations. The SGA'scommitment to excellence in service and ministry is evident in its many activities. Current projects include facility improvement and ministry to AIDS patients at the Arms of Love organization in Springfield,Ohio.SGA also co-sponsors a leadership conference for area high schooljuniors and seniors with the Admissions Office. Chaplain Mark Totten is presenting a series of messages titled "Christianity in the Real World,"the Christian's responsibilities and response to contemporary culture. SGA's entry into the world of technology includes the establishment ofan informational home page on CedarNet and an opportunity for students to discuss SGA issues on the Usenet program. Student Government Association officers: Bowe Hoy,president; Kristin Rinehart, vice president; Abby Brown,secretary;Bart Butler, treasurer; Mark Totten, chaplain.