Inspire, Winter 1995

Founder's Hall,formerly"Old Main," was built in 1895.The oldest building on campus,Founder's Hall has housed everything from the print shop to students,classrooms to chapel,and the cafeteria to the mail room.Today,the Department of Biblical Education, President's Office, and Annual Fund Office can all be found in this building. The"superstructure," costing $14,000 in 1895, wastopped by a large tower and became a community landmark for Cedarville. Alumni Basketball Weekend Alumni Basketball Weekend has been a Cedarville College tradition since the early 1980's. Mark your calendar to be a part of this year's tradition— January 26-27, 1996.Come Friday to enjoy the harmonious tones of The Ohio State University Men's Glee Club. Cheer on the players from your days at the 'Ville in the afternoon alumni games. In the evening, the Lady Jackets face Mount Vernon Nazarene, and the men challenge Urbana University. Watch your mail in December for more details on this fun-filled event! ii i:Lel hi„Ij '_J __\]1_111.11J1 fii-JJ ji_fi_lii ‘:.: _ii ILIJi,91i1J_IJJ1JJ,U U f wenty-four faithful Heritage Alumni celebrated the tradition ofHomecoming by attending the State ofthe College Address,followed by a luncheon on Friday, October 20.In the State ofthe College Address,Dr.Dixon dedicated two new dormitories. The dorms are named after the first two presidents of Cedarville College,Dr.David McKinney(1894-1915)and Dr. Wilbert McChesney(1915-1940).The Miter Conference Center,located between the two buildings,serves as a common lounge,conference location, and study area. The Heritage Alumni toured the dormitories following lunch in the President's Dining Room. 11-;_i_e_p:-Lii Iii_r_Jis:-Ii. ic9_p-:_i __,\ ii d-ii_e_AIL-1 -1?--_,Idli.11.)_u Vpit hen Harper Bickett'24 attended Cedarville College in the early 1920's,he had a tradition ofinviting classmates and friends to the Bickettfamily farm for Sunday afternoon meals,bonfires,and hayrides. Mr.Bickett continues the spirit ofthis tradition with today's Cedarville College students. Each year, Mr.Bickett houses one male student,free ofcharge,for the school year. He provides room and board in exchange for a little company. Harper's generosity has benefitted many a student who could not have attended Cedarville College without this assistance. Harper Bickett is recognized as Cedarville College Alumni Association's oldest living alumnus.He celebrated his 92nd birthday last January at a college basketball game. Mrs.Pat Dixon assists with the dedication of the new buildings at Homecoming. Smith Leads College Public Relations Li.n September,Roscoe Smith'82 shifted his focus from college admissions to public relations. Roscoe began responsibilities Lasdirector ofpublic relations for Cedarville College after 12 years in the admissions office."I was not seeking to leave my position—I enjoyed my co-workers,my supervisor,and especially the students." Roscoe shares,"A friend encouraged me to pursue this challenge. After meeting with the public relations staff,I knew I could be excited about this opportunity." With a master ofbusiness administration degree from Wright State University(1987),Roscoe brings management skills as well as valuable experience to represent the College."Admissions gave me the opportunity to present Cedarville College in an accurate, positive way to its many publics.I have already had many opportunities to articulate where Cedarville College has been and where we are headed." Roscoe is thankful to the Lord for granting him life, ability,and the experiences that will enable him to continue to serve at Cedarville College."I am happy tojoin a public relations department that has been well-managed and respected not only in the college family,but in the community as well," shares Roscoe."I look forward to building on the tradition of a solid organization." Bartlett Heads Planned Giving 117 he area ofplanned giving is a very exciting one,and we anticipate a lot of activity in the nextfew years," says Dave Bartlett, new director ofplanned giving."We want to make sure the College is in a position to serve those people who have a stewardship plan which includes transferring assets to the College." Dave,whojoined the Development Division this fall, is a graduate ofSouthern Illinois University and has had extensive experience in financial management as a consultant and as the chieffinancial officer ofseveral companies. Most recently, he was chieffinancial officer ofthe DumontCompanies in Peoria,Illinois. Dave also has served as the consultant to Baptist Mission of North America for the restoration of value to investors following the collapse ofthe mission's church loan program.He will continue in this consultancy until the completion ofthe project. "Myfamily and I are excited about being at Cedarville," he says."We definitely feel the Lord has led us here and hope to be here for a long time." Dave and his wife,Linda,have two children. Brad is a sophomore professional writing major at the College,and Sarah is a sophomore at Cedarville High School. 5WINTER'95