Inspire, Summer 2011

We live in the age of networking. Whether it’s through Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn, the power of shared networks is often a valuable tool for connecting us with distant loved ones, reconnecting us with old friends, and in some cases, helping us land the right job. Just ask Chris Byus ’08. When Chris, an engineering major, accepted a position at Cummins, Inc., in Columbus, Indiana, he had no idea that he would become a networking catalyst for future Cedarville grads — but that’s just what God had planned for him. Through a résumé posting on the Internet, Chris received a contact from a recruiter at Cummins, a corporation that designs, manufactures, and services engines in more than 190 countries. “I was working on the Formula SAE car at Cedarville at the time, and really liked what I was doing there, working on the engine specifically,” Chris said. “And since Cummins is a diesel engine manufacturer, it meant that pretty much whatever job I did there I would be working on engines, which I enjoyed.” Chris interviewed with Cummins and was offered a position. Introducing Cummins to Campus Soon after he started, Chris received a visit from Andy Wenig, the director of engine development at Cummins. Andy had never heard of Cedarville, so he did some research on the engineering program and learned about the rigorous training, extracurricular professional activities, and hands-on experience Cedarville provides its students. He was very impressed. “It caught Andy by surprise that there was a “ When alumni keep the Cedarville connection in mind, they can have a big influence and create a powerful network.” Connection THE by Brian Orme ’96 22 SUMMER 2011