Inspire, Summer 1996

•••••••••Ir Graduates say farewell but always remember their four years o rigorous studies, spiritual growth, and bonding relationshi s Mike Sabella, president of the 531-member Class of 1996, presents to Dr. Dixon the class gift—pulpit and platform furniture for the new James T. Jeremiah Chapel in The Ministry Center. Kari Beres'96joyfully displays her diploma,declaring a bachelor of arts degree in education. Pete'96 and Noelle Reed Simons'96 already look forward to Homecoming activities this fall. Janet Potts'96 received the Character Award from Department of Nursing Chair Irene Alyn at the pinning ceremony held the Friday afternoon before commencement. This year's President's Trophy awardees are Mark Totten, Bowe Hoy,and Melissa Hartman.The President's Trophy recognizes individuals based on ministry,community and campus involvement, athletic achievement,and academic achievement. understand its totality, then we can also grasp its sufficiency to take us boldly into every area of life: the arts, philosophy,science, business, politics,.... Student Body Chaplain Mark Totten '96graduated with a degree in communication arts. The recipient ofa Rotary International scholarship, Mark is pursuing a master's degree in theology at the University ofAberdeen in Scotland. Debi Wong'96 and Pamela McClaine'96 received the Faculty Scholarship Award, each earning a 4.0 grade point average for four years at Cedarville. Faculty Promotions Alumni faculty receiving promotions include Dr. Floyd Elmore'77 to professor of biblical education; David Warren '64 to professor of biblical education; Dr. Richard Blumenstock'63 to associate professor of biblical education; Jeffrey Fawcett'82 to associate professor of marketing; Dr. Evan Hellwig '84N to associate professor of physical education; Jim Leightenheimer'80 to associate professor of communication arts; and David Mills'92 to assistant professor of philosophy. Receiving tenure were Dr. Blumenstock, Dr. Hellwig, and Dr. Sims. Carl Ruby '83, associate dean of student services, completed his Ph.D.in higher education administration from Ohio University. Carl has responsibilities for strategic planning and assessment for the division of student services. He also oversees the Career Services Office, Patterson Clinic, and the Student Union Planning Task Teams. Daily chapel is a universal element of every Cedarville College alum's experience. But its location has changed many times during the 109 years of Cedarville's history. For 60 years, chapel was held in Founder's Hall, the original campus building.To accommodate 103 students enrolled for the 1954 academic year, the gathering place was moved to Milner Hall, the current college bookstore (above). In 1962, Alford Gymnasium was remodeled into an auditorium to seat 650 students. By 1975,the College had grown to the point that two chapel services were conducted daily.The current James T. Jeremiah Chapel was occupied in May 1976 by a student body of 1,135.The Lord continued to bless Cedarville with a growing number of students, and in 1993, satellite chapel locations via video became necessary to ensure that every student continued to enjoy chapel on a daily basis.The college family eagerly anticipates being reunited in the new James T. Jeremiah Chapel located in The Ministry Center, scheduled for completion in September 1996. Two events sponsored by the Alumni Association for graduating seniors encourage our newest alumni members to get involved.Seniors Only Night, hosted by the Undergraduate Alumni Association (UAA),saw 90 seniors get together to enjoy ice cream sundaes and to cheer on graduation.The Senior Parking Lot Party gives seniors the opportunity to pick up their graduation tickets, graduation attire, and to register with the Alumni Association.The importance of continued ties with Cedarville College is reinforced with seniors, and a copy of Inspire is given to everyone in attendance. Pictured: Lisa Lough '96 and Amy DeWitt'96 practice balancing their caps and gowns. 7SUMMER'96