Inspire, Spring 1997

Heritage Corner Cedarville Poets Corner Distinction Vera Andrew Harvey '03 W 90 hat do Cedarville alumni Carl E.Smith'25 and Vera Andrew Harvey'03 have in common? Both , Nvere named Poet Laureate oftheir state, and both W90 active in their communities well into their s. Although their time at Cedarville was separated by over 20 years, Carl and Vera took strikingly similar directions in their lives. Carl began his affiliation with Cedarville as an English and literature teacher in 1924. Even as he taught, he continued his studies and earned a B.S. in education in 1925. After leaving Cedarville, he compiled five collections of poems,published hundreds of articles, and wrote an extensive history of Greene County,Ohio. Recognizing over 90 years of achievement,the state senate named Carl Ohio's Poet Laureate of 1983.At the time, Carl said of his motivation,"When past 94, you just have to try to do your nickel's worth when,where,and if you can." The same tenacious spirit characterized Vera Harvey. After graduating from Cedarville College,she taught English at Marshall University. Later in her life, the State of West Virginia honored Vera not only as Poet Laureate, but also as Second Laureate Emeritus.She wrote two collections of poetry in her distinguished career, the second published when she was 97. Vera faithfully served her community and her Lord until the age of 107. Mark your calendar now for these activities,and watch your mail for further details! Saturday,May3 Heritage Luncheon and Play President's Dining Room, 11:30 a.m. My Fair Lady,2:00 p.m. Monday,July 7 Heritage Alumnae Luncheon Alford Annex, 11:45 a.m. That Inspire In Your Mailbox... Wof hen you leaf through this issue of Inspire, Th reading an article about e Dixon Ministry Center or looking at a photograph Alumni Basketball Weekend,you probably aren't considering the many steps involved in getting this publication into your mailbox,and you shouldn't. But if youjoined the Public Relations staff at Cedarville College, you would find that the next issue includes hours of editing and proofreading, page layout on the computer screen,scheduled photo shoots,and much more. The six full-time staff in the Public Relations office at Cedarville College know that producing a publication like Inspire requires a team effort among the office staff and other college departments.They combine their writing, editing, design,and photography skills to communicate with you about Cedarville College. Headed by Roscoe Smith '82,director since 1995,the Public Relations Office offers the technical support to complete a project like Inspire. Notebooks in hand,Public Relations and Alumni Office staff meet to discuss the theme, stories, photos, and graphics needed for the upcoming issue. Then each member begins to work individually on the project. A number of people from the Alumni Office,Public Relations,and Annual Fund,as well as other departments, contribute to writing the stories. Michelle Perry Hamilton'96 and Martha Baldwin are the writers and editors on the Public Relations staff, writing for publications such as Torch, Inspire, and the Annual Report, as well as writing news releases to let area papers know about events at the College. Photographing everything from portraits to sports to drama, photographer Scott Huck takes many of the pictures for college publications. Graphic designers Mike Bieniek and FrontRow:Joel Holsinger, Michelle Perry Hamilton '96, Kara Malone(intern), Mike Bieniek Back Row:Scott Huck, Roscoe Smith '82 NotPictured: Martha Baldwin Joel Holsinger put their artistic talents together with photographs and articles to design the page layouts. Mike has been senior graphic designer at the College since March 1995,and Joel, the office's newest member,came to Public Relations in December 1996. When the writing, editing, and design are complete,the Public Relations staff is finished with their part of the project, and they send it offto the printer. Each phase ofa project requires a different person's talents. Staff member Michelle Hamilton'96 said,"Very few jobs can be completed byjust one person. We all have to work together." So the next time you enjoy your Inspire, you will have a better idea ofthe team effort it takes to produce this publication. "Man is restless, and he will be restless until he finds rest in Thee [God]." Cedarville graduate Dr. Joseph Stowell III '66 quoted Augustine to begin the Winter Enrichment Conference held January 15-16, 1997. His series of messages,"Never Alone," focused on the human need for a genuine, personal relationship with God. Dr. Stowell encouraged the college family to recognize their dependence on God, despite the contrary message of our present culture. "We will never know intimacy with God until we know how desperately we need Him,for we dearly desire what we depend on. Only God can satisfy, sustain, and secure." Dr. Stowell currently serves as the president of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Illinois. The Cedarville College Admissions Office is pleased to introduce a new college video for 1997. This new edition includes scenes taped in The Dixon Ministry Center and comes with both short and full-length versions on each videotape. The 20-minute version is designed for shorter presentations in schools and churches. The full-length, 35-minute version is appropriate for in-home presentations and personal viewing. The video is an excellent way to introduce prospective students and parents to your alma mater. Call 1-800-CEDARVILLE to request a personal copy. Tapes are also available for church and school libraries. During the cold, winter months at the 'Ville, the college community was warmed by the sounds of virtuoso musicians as part of the Artist Series presented by the Campus Activities Board. In early December,the exciting and versatile Canadian Brass set the mood for Christmas with a delightful two-hour concert. The Columbus Symphony Orchestra was the first orchestra to perform in The Dixon Ministry Center, presenting an evening of POPS and light classical selections on January 14. One of the world's most sought-after and highly acclaimed vocal ensembles,The King's Singers, shared their diverse repertoire with the college family on February 21. LAND ACQUISITION Wanting to maintain options for future campus development, Cedarville College acquired two adjacent farms in 1996, and purchase of a third is pending. The Baldwin farm consists of 28 acres on the west side of the track and baseball field. The 64-acre Combs farm added property on the east side of state route 72, north of the current intramural fields. A sale is pending on the 23-acre Davis farm, located on the northern border of the College. These three additions increase the campus to approximately 300 acres. Although there are no immediate plans for the new property, an architect is developing options for a campus master plan. 5SPRING'97