Torch, Spring 2003

Please join us as we continue to pray for America and its leaders. tinue to pray for America Photo by Sue Chasnov 4 10 S pring 2003 V OLUME 25 , N UMBER 1 The Dixon Difference 4 Ohio Southern Baptists and Cedarville University 14 The State Convention of Baptists in Ohio recently approved a resolution to recommend Cedarville University to Southern Baptist churches. Of Fishermen and Presidents 10 The rudimentary skills of fishing have application to even the most demanding of jobs. Dr. Scott Dixon illustrates how skills learned in fishing were instrumental in the development of his father’s administrative and leadership qualities. Features For the Last Time 2 Dr. Paul Dixon, president of Cedarville University since 1978, reflects on the routine activities that have had special meaning for him in his final year as president. The colleagues of Dr. Paul Dixon reflect on the impact of his ministry and partnership on their lives. Spring 2003 / TORCH 3 About Our Cover Dr. Paul Dixon has served as president of Cedarville University since 1978. His tenure has been marked by an enrollment growth of 150 percent, more than $100 million in facility improvements, and the creation of nationally- recognized academic programs in engineering, nursing, and the sciences.