Inspire, Summer 2005

Inspire 13 T he John W. Bickett Heritage Scholarship was established in 1982 by the Heritage alumni of Cedarville College. These awards are named for the Reverend John Wilson Bickett, the first member of the first graduating class to receive his diploma from Cedarville College. The recipients are junior or senior students preparing for pastoral or missionary service and planning to further their education in seminary or language studies. The following are the students’ mini-biographies and notes of appreciation, which were written in March 2005. Daron Day Communication is a key focus for Daron, as he currently tours with The Lifeline Players drama team and has taken part in University theatre productions and the forensics squad. After graduation, this junior preseminary Bible major plans to pursue a master’s degree in theology and marry Ashley Varvel ’06. Daron is from Brownsburg, Indiana. I would like to thank the alumni for awarding me with this scholarship. I’m encouraged by your love for Cedarville and its current students and grateful for the investment you’ve made in my life. Steven Rhodes A full-time class load, full-time job, and marriage keep Steven busy, but he still finds time to work with his church’s youth group. A junior pastoral studies major, Steven is open to a pastoral role or graduate school after graduation. He resides in Pleasant Hill, Ohio. I sincerely want to thank the alumni for this scholarship. It definitely is needed and will be put to good use. Thanks so much for your commitment to Cedarville and dedication to the students. Jeremiah Stephens A junior preseminary Bible major, Jeremiah serves as a resident assistant of Lawlor Hall. He plans to attend seminary after graduation. Jeremiah is the son of George ’82 and Cindy Garrison Stephens ’81 of Forked River, New Jersey. I am honored by your decision to select me for this scholarship. Your dedication to Cedarville and its students will have far- reaching effects for God’s Kingdom. Thank you for desiring to build into our lives. Nicholas Walker Urban ministry is the desire of Nicholas’ heart. The junior pastoral studies major plans to someday attend Trinity Evangelical Divinity School to prepare himself for that ministry field. In the meantime, the Coloma, Michigan native is a discipleship group leader and has participated in Open Heirs, gospel choir, and a missions trip to Russia. I want to say thank you to the alumni for awarding me with this scholarship. Your dedication and service to students is much appreciated. Thank you for your generosity and willingness to support students. Jonathon Wasson Hailing from West Chicago, Illinois, Jonathon has plans of attending Dallas Theological Seminary for a Th.M. and perhaps traveling abroad for post-graduate work. His ultimate goal is to work in youth ministry. A junior preseminary Bible major, Jonathon is president of the Sigma Phi Lambda men’s service organization, chaplain of the junior class, and resident assistant of Brock Hall. I would like to extend my gratitude to the alumni who have awarded me with this scholarship. I appreciate greatly the support that you have supplied me with. Thank you for continuing to serve Cedarville University and the students filtering through it! Heritage Corner 2005 John W. Bickett Heritage Alumni Scholarships Awarded Left to Right: Jonathon Wasson, Jeremiah Stephens, Nicholas Walker, and Daron Day; Not Pictured: Steven Rhodes Upcoming Heritage Events Alumnae Educators’ Luncheon Monday, July 11 Beauty and the Beast at LaComedia Dinner Theatre Thursday, August 4 Homecoming Reunion Luncheon Friday, October 7