2007 Miracle Yearbook

here are those who teach at Cedarville with a simple appreciation for the university,and there are those whose passion for the school runs so deeply that everything ingrained within them calls to be an active part of this institution. Dr. Ron Walker is a fine example ofa professor who doesn't see Cedarville as simply a job, but as a calling that provides him with joy and continuous satisfaction. Having grown up in a home with strong Christian values, Dr.Walker was especially interested in Cedarville when he became involved in their ministry programs.Through family associations,Dr.Walker participated in several MIS programs, including two trips to the Philippines for basketball evangelism and co-leading a group to Germany's Black Forest Academy English camp with his wife Becky. After witnessing the MIS students'encouraging spirit, Dr.Walker set his sights on becoming an integrated part oftheir everyday academic lives. Prior to teaching at Cedarville he was a teaching assistant at Kent State University,as well as a professor at Central State University and the University of Montana.As he pursued his doctorate, Dr.Walker,grandfather to seven beautiful children, n relishes the time he has with his ever-growing family. Walker's wife Becky noted that his hobbies were varied and great, but best of all[he enjoys]spending time with his family. Dr.Walker leading his MIS team to Germany in 1998. Dr.• Walker has constantly volunteered to lead MIS trips,and finds that Cedarville's passion for missions is one ofthe strongest aspects ofthe university. Dr.Walker had every intention ofgoing to Cedarville to teach in the Business Department.Dr.Walker's classroom philosophy extends much further than academic training. He designs his classes with a motive to shape characters and encourage students'lives. Dr.Walker is a professor whose life has been deeply affected by the University. He met his wife,a Cedarville graduate,in this small village of Cedarville; his three children all graduated from Cedarville;and he is now actively involved in Grace Baptist Church and has served two terms on the Cedar Cliff Local School Board. For Dr.Walker,teaching at Cedarville is more than a job. His deep passion for students, ministry,and the village of Cedarville demonstrates his love for and dedication to serving God.And asfor his opinion ofthe university, Dr. Walker's wife Becky explained,"Many,many times I have heard him say,'It is the best place to be:" DEDICATION ..ASOPM " a Wa et