Inspire, Summer 2008

overheard Whether it was a quick question before or after class or a consultation in his office, Mr. Spencer always had time to talk with students. No matter how busy he was, the student was the center of his attention and was given a meaningful answer. Sheila (Solomon) Beers ’69, Argos, Indiana When I first arrived at Cedarville in the fall of 1994, I didn’t know anyone. I was scared and excited about all that was happening. When I walked into Mr. Spencer’s class on that first day, I knew I was going to enjoy his class. From that moment on, every time I saw him he treated me more like a granddaughter than a student. He always called me by name and always had a smile. THERESA (BASHAM) RICHARDSON ’98, DAYTON, OHIO His everyday smiles and friendly conversation bring encouragement and joy to every student who comes in contact with him. JOHN HANSON ’00, HOUSTON, TEXAS He was a challenging professor who wasn’t afraid to “let his hair down.” Way back in the early ’80s, Mr. Spencer was willing to be our announcer for a P.D.Q. Bach concert put on by the Cedarville chapter of MENC and held in Alford Hall. When he did the promo for it in chapel, he came out onto the platform wearing a wig, barrettes, a tux, and galoshes. He and his announcement brought the house down. Add to that his constantly changing wigs during the concert, and it made for a hilarious evening of satirizing classical music! GARY ROUSTER ’84, JACKSON, MICHIGAN Never have I known a man who has had such a passion for literature and a love for God and his students as Mr. Spencer. He made the world of words come alive. STeVE WALTER ’87, DES MOINES, IOWA Q uestion for the next issue : Getting there is half the adventure! What’s your favorite Cedarville travel memory? Send your answer to Alumni Relations, 251 N. Main St., Cedarville, OH 45314, or e-mail alumni@cedarville.edu . Selected responses will be printed in the fall/winter issue of Inspire. Deadline for entries is September 15, 2008. Cedarville University 9