2003 Miracle Yearbook

Dr. Jack Riggs Dean Professor of Bible "What was the best part ofteaching the classes I taught?That's hard to limit—but the students have to be the top short answer. They are engaged and conscientious, and they challenged each other to think—really think—through their presuppositions and preexisting stereotypes. And most desired to truly glorify the Lord in that pursuit," Mrs. Julie Moore said. Dr.James Colman agreed as to the importance ofstudents in his teaching experi- ence:"The best part ofteaching my classes was the great interaction with students. I loved the give-and-take that happened in the classroom." Professors in the School ofHumanities,Fine Arts,and Bible enjoyed the process ofseeing their students grow as communicators - through music,through literature, and through the spoken word."The best part ofmyjob," Dr. Bruce Curlette said, "was watching the students develop as musicians and getting to know them as people." Dr. Mark Spencer commented,"I liked helping people accomplish the kind ofvocal artistry that they didn't think was possible." "The best was hearing people say,'Wow,I thought I knew all about the Old Testament!"Dr. Chris Miller said. In addition to the excitement ofseeing his students learn, Dr. Miller had his share ofhumorous memories."Once Phil Bassett showed up as a 'guest prophet'(in full garb)and then went to the restroom after- wards to change back into 'professor clothes' with the wireless microphone still on!" "One time in a very large class in Alford Auditorium,I asked an individual to pay closer attention," admitted Dr. Matson."I discovered he was a visitor." This school showed their commitment to their students in and out ofthe class- room as they taught a variety ofdifferent subjects. SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES, FINE ARTS& BIBLE Dr. James Colman Chair of Music Dr. Christopher Miller Chair of Biblical Education Dr. James Phipps Chair of Communication Arts Connie Anderson Assistant Professor Music Dr. Lyle Anderson Professor Music Rebecca Baker Assistant Professor Communication Arts Dr. J. Wesley Baker Professor Communication Arts Dr. Ray Bartholomew Professor Emeritus Language and Literature ACADEMIA 17