Inspire, Summer 2009

CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY 43 facul ty voi ce No Signs of Stopping Want to know when Dr. James McGoldrick plans to retire? Well, never, actually. In fact, the former Cedarville history professor says the day you walk through a cemetery and see his name on a tombstone is when you’ll know he’s hung up his hat … or chalk, as the case may be. Until then, he will continue the work he loves — mainly researching, writing, and teaching. Currently, he serves as professor of church history at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Taylors, South Carolina. With his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Temple University and a Ph.D. from West Virginia University, Dr. McGoldrick came to Cedarville in 1973 to teach history. He spent 28 years here, building relationships and creating fond memories. “The time I spent at Cedarville was the most productive of my life,” he said. “But it’s my old friends — the faculty and community — that I really miss.” When he turned 65 and became eligible for retirement, he knew it wasn’t time to quit. Still, he decided to head south, mainly to benefit the health of his wife, Elizabeth. Along with his teaching, Dr. McGoldrick enjoys researching and writing about history. His work includes five books, numerous articles, and contributions to various publications. “I’ll keep doing what I’m doing as long as my health permits and I have opportunities,” said Dr. McGoldrick. “I’m thankful for what I’ve been able to do.” You may contact Dr. McGoldrick at jemcgoldrick@netzero.net . Last August, The Cove moved into its new home in the Center for Biblical and Theological Studies. Being centrally located on campus in a heavily trafficked building has given The Cove a strong presence among students and faculty. Its inviting décor, enhanced with a seashore theme and an inspiring entrance, makes each visitor feel at ease. The physical space includes a tutoring center, testing rooms, a conference room, and offices for student consultations. Grow in Faith Above all that we seek to instill in our students, our prayer is that they will come to know who God is, who He created them to be, and how they fit into the larger context of relationships, community, and life. With this in mind, we mentor, tutor, and encourage students to become an integral part of the body of Christ. Though this process is ongoing, it is deeply fulfilling to watch them progress. Over the last five years, The Cove has experienced tremendous growth. Beginning with only a handful of students, we now influence thousands through tutoring, one-on-one consultations, study skill workshops, faculty referrals, appointments with learning specialists, disability services, and exam proctoring. Our goal is for students to explore ideas, discover knowledge, and dream of success. Barb (Lepine) Jenista ’70 has worked as a teacher or administrator for more than 25 years in five countries, with eight years of service as an adjunct instructor at Cedarville. She and her husband, Dr. Frank Jenista ’68, professor of international studies, have two children, Meg ’01 and Todd ’05. You may contact Barb at jenistab@cedarville.edu . Becky (Selden) Kuhn ’78 has served as an adjunct instructor at Cedarville for 23 years. She earned a master’s degree in higher education from Appalachian State University in 2008. She has four children, Kristin Koning ’00, Perry ’04, Loren ’07, and Kevin ’09. You may contact Becky at kuhnr@cedarville.edu . Where Are They Now? How Does The Cove Influence Students? • More than 100 students are employed through The Cove. • In 2003–04, 12 students were tutored. That number rose to 559 in 2008–09. • Seven percent of the student body benefits from disability services. • A program designed to help freshmen adjust to college life started with just 10 students. It now reaches the entire class —more than 700 freshmen! • Using their new technology, The Cove proctored more than 1,000 exams last year. • In 2008–09, The Cove staff scheduled 2,000 student consultations —up from only 200 during the first year. • The Cove plans several events during the year to promote academic excellence. Last year 2,200 students attended! To learn more about The Cove, visit www.cedarville.edu/thecove. i