Inspire, Summer 2002

Inspire 11 10 Summer 2002 Alumni Events Chattanooga, Tennessee and Atlanta, Georgia – February 19-22 Lew Gibbs and Jeff Brock ’84 took to the streets and beltway of Chattanooga and the metro Atlanta area, along with Don Rickard ’58 and Dave Bartlett. Each hosted four dinners in various parts of the city, including the Alumni Association’s first “simulcast” dinner (two dinners in separate locations on the same night). About 75 alums and friends took part in this Atlanta tour. Louisville, Kentucky – February 22 Dr. Chris Miller and Dr. James Bjornstad, both professors in the department of biblical education at Cedarville University, hosted this alumni gathering at K.T.’s Restaurant. Those present enjoyed the eating, laughing, and reminiscing. Valley View, Ohio – February 23 After speaking at a women’s retreat, Faith Linn ’83 met with a small group of area alumni for lunch and fellowship. Greenville, South Carolina – March 2 Approximately 35 alumni and friends listened as Don ’58 and Peg Stockwell Rickard ’59 updated all on the state of Cedarville. After having pizza and fellowship at the home of Kim ’83 and Lisa Jenerette in Greenville, the group enjoyed an evening of minor league hockey. Within this group, alumni represented five different decades of graduates! San Antonio, Texas – March 7 Harold (P.G.) and Margaret Green rendezvoused with Elaine Kalnbach ’73 at San Antonio’s Macaroni Grill restaurant. They enjoyed personal fellowship around a great meal. Grand Rapids, Michigan – March 9 Seventy-eight alumni and friends gathered on a very snowy and icy night at Highland Hills Baptist Church. This event was very well attended considering the weather conditions! Hosting the event were Kelly Fath ’91, Chad ’93 and Kristi Walker Coe ’95, and Chad ’95 and Hayley Vitarelli. The alumni were treated to Olive Garden salad and breadsticks along with desserts. Dr. Dixon ’94H was in attendance and gave a University update. South & North Carolina – March 18-22 Jeff Brock ’84, Brian Burns ’95, and Dave Bartlett traveled the roads of South and North Carolina hosting alumni. Gatherings took place in Columbia, Charleston, and Charlotte, bringing together almost 60 alumni, spouses, and friends. Austin, Texas – March 22 Several Austin area alumni met PG and Margaret Green for dinner. For some in attendance, this provided the opportunity to meet for the first time, with the hopes of getting reacquainted sometime in the future! Ft. Worth, Texas – April 4 PG and Margaret Green greeted many alumni at the Ft. Worth area Macaroni Grill restaurant. Those present enjoyed the time of fellowship and sharing and expressed their gratitude for the close relationships and spiritual values developed during their years at Cedarville. Dallas, Texas – April 18 Twenty-nine alumni and friends gathered for fellowship around an evening meal. It wasn’t long before conversation began, acquaintances were made, and old friendships were renewed. The fellowship lasted well into the evening hours, as those present reminisced of their days at Cedarville. Memphis, Tennessee – April 25 Alumni and friends gathered for dinner and fellowship at the Memphis Macaroni Grill. Cedarville University trustee Roy Guenin was present with his wife, Carol, and those in attendance had the opportunity to hear the latest Cedarville news from a trustee’s perspective. Many in attendance expressed great spirit and enthusiasm for what God is doing at Cedarville. Washington, D.C. – May 6-8 Lew Gibbs and Jeff Brock ’84 returned to the District (Washington, D.C.) in early May and hosted two dinners on the Virginia side. Approximately 30 alums gathered in McLean and another 15 gathered in Arlington. About a dozen friends and alums who work on the Hill came by car, taxi, and metro for lunch as well. North Carolina – May 8-10 Alums from Raleigh, Durham, and parts in between joined Jeff Brock ’84 and Lew Gibbs for two dinners in early May. More than 40 North Carolinian alums came together for fun, food, and fellowship, even rooting for their hockey team, the Hurricanes, during these events. Alums in this area are encouraged to come to Colonial Baptist in July and join Drs. Paul ’94H and Scott Dixon ’84 for another gathering. Check the alumni relations Web site for more details. July 20 Cary, North Carolina July 20 Portland, Maine August 12 Lancaster, Pennsylvania August 13 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania August 15 Schroon Lake, New York August 16 Portland, Maine August 17 Enfield, Connecticut August 23 2nd Generation Dinner Cedarville, Ohio August 30 Indianapolis, Indiana October 11-13 Homecoming 2002 Cedarville, Ohio Upcoming Alumni Events July 4-6 Summer Previews July 8-12 Girls Volleyball Camp July 11-13 Summer Previews July 15-19 Girls Basketball Camp July 15-26 Policy Debate Institute July 22-26 Boys and Girls Soccer Day Camp July 26-28 EQUIP Junior High Program August 1-3 Summer Previews August 23-24 Getting Started Weekend August 26-30 Fall Bible Conference Rev. Alistair Begg August 28 Classes Begin September 21 Organizational Fair October 4-5 SGA Homecoming Bash with Jars of Clay in Concert October 10-12 October 17-19 Fall Play: The Miser October 11-13 Homecoming 2002 Cedarville, Ohio October 30 Day of Prayer Calendar of Events Did You Know? Did You Know? More than 40 Cedarville students raised money for the world’s needy by participating in the Second Annual 30-Hour Famine in April. Participants helped raise $750 for World Vision’s emergency relief efforts and long-term development projects in countries such as Tanzania and Afghanistan. Alumni Association Survey In May, a national research company randomly selected 3,400 Cedarville University alumni to participate in an online survey. The results of this survey will provide feedback on current alumni programming and direction for new programs. Online Alumni Directory The computer services department has many projects this summer, one of which is developing an online directory for CU alumni. This new directory will be a great benefit in building our alumni community, as it will provide the opportunity for you to update your information, designate what can be seen by other alumni, and search the database in a variety of ways. Alumni Benefit Membership Card Soon you will be able to show your CU Alumni Association membership card and receive a variety of benefits ranging from discounts on home CU basketball games to discounted purchases at the University bookstore and online CDR Radio bookstore. Watch your mail for more information. “Welcome Back” Pack When visiting Cedarville University, be sure to stop by the new alumni relations office in the Tyler Digital Communication Center (former College Center) and pick up your free gift, meal pass, and information packet. We love to know when you are in town! Alumni Relations Welcomes A New Team Member Originally from Union Bridge, Maryland, Amy Cartzendafner Button ’97 returned to Ohio in 1998, a year after graduating from Cedarville with a B.A. in broadcasting, to serve as the director of marketing for the CDR Radio Network. In July 1998, Amy married Mark Button ’97, and they currently reside in Beavercreek, Ohio. Amy joined the alumni relations office as assistant director on June 24, 2002. Her duties will include planning and implementation of on- campus events, student awareness programming, and coordination of the alumni Web site. Alumni Association News