Inspire, Summer 2004

Honor to Whom Honor is Due 8 Summer 2004 Faithful Faculty Changing Roles Three faculty members are undergoing role changes this academic year. Dr. Jack Riggs has stepped down from his position as dean of the School of Humanities, Fine Arts, and Bible, but will teach part-time in the department of biblical education. Jack has been at Cedarville since 1967 and served as dean since the position was created in 1998. Dr. Don Callan, who served as the dean of the School of Health and Human Performance, has taken a new half-time position as director of recreational and athletic facilities. He has been at Cedarville since 1960 and has served as dean since 1998. Dr. Robert Wiggins, professor of criminal justice and public administration, has retired from full-time teaching, but will continue in a part-time capacity. He has been at Cedarville since 1992. Faculty Members Receive Awards On April 2, four faculty members were honored with Faculty Excellence Awards from the Southwestern Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE). Dr. Jeff Cook ’81, assistant professor of Bible; Dr. Timothy Dewhurst, professor of engineering; Dr. Jeff Fawcett, associate professor of marketing; and Dr. Clint Kohl, associate professor of electrical engineering, each received the award. Also in April, Cedarville University honored nine of its faculty members for their service contributions. The Allen Monroe Integration of Faith and Learning Award was given to Dr. Irene Alyn, professor of nursing and chair of the department of nursing. The award recognizes sustained excellence in integrating Scripture and Christian world/lifeview with a discipline or practical application. The Faculty Advisor Award was presented to Dr. Pamela Diehl Johnson. The award is given to a faculty member who has had a significant influence on students as an advisor, counselor, or leader. Pam is senior professor of exercise and sport science, director of the Academic Assistance Center, and dean of the School of Health and Human Performance. Three Deans’ Service Awards were given to faculty who have demonstrated contributions to school committees and task teams; service to the higher education community; involvement with students; and work with civic and church groups. Dr. Thomas Hutchison ’80, associate professor of Christian education and assistant chair for the department of biblical education, received the award for 1-10 years of service. Dr. Phil Bassett, professor of education and chair of the department of education, was given the award for 11-20 years of service. Dr. James Phipps ’68 received the award for more than 21 years of service. Jim serves as professor of communication arts. The Faculty Innovator of the Year Award was given to Dr. Jeffrey Cook ’81, assistant professor of Bible. The award recognizes an instructional or curricular innovation that has resulted in improved student learning. Jeff creatively designed a homeless simulation weekend for his urban ministry class, allowing students to better understand the cultural divides between their normal experiences and that of the poor. Three Faculty Teaching Effectiveness Awards were given to faculty members based on student evaluations, department chair and peer recommendations, performance of students in subsequent classes or after graduation, use of instructional technology, and use of effective teaching techniques. Dr. Heather Kuruvilla, associate professor of biology, received the award for 1-10 years of service. Dr. Chris Miller received the award for 11-20 years of service. He is a professor of Bible and chair of the department of biblical education. Dr. Donald Baumann, professor of biology and chemistry, received the award for more than 21 years of service. New Directions Two members of the Cedarville family are heading off on new paths this year. Dr. Phil Bassett, chair of the department of education, is leaving after 13 years of service in the education department. He recently accepted the position of director of teacher education with International Schools of China (ISC) in Beijing. Congratulations to the Bassett family on their new endeavor! After 30 years of faithful service to Cedarville University, Dr. Martin Clark has stepped down from his position of vice president for development. As of May 1, he assumed his new position as president of the Kettering Medical Foundation. We congratulate him on his new appointment! Dr. Phil Bassett Dr. Martin Clark Dr. Don Callan Dr. Jack Riggs Dr. Robert Wiggins