nNEWS BULLETINo OF ROCHESTERr COLLEGEth st VOLUME 41 NUMBERa 1 FALLr 1999 College sets course into next century with strategic planning Charting the college’s course ter plan,” stated Dr. Johnson. “To into the next century, the Board accommodate changes, TMP As- of Trustees recently approved a sociates revised our plan and de- new strategic plan for Rochester livered a new drawing before the College. Designed as a planning end of last year.” guide for the next decade, the As the committees submitted document addresses important their recommendations, a draft goals for the college’s continued of the final plan was prepared for growth and development. the board. The plan addressed “The infrastructure of Roches- specific goals for academic pro- ter College has been strength- grams, athletics, the College of ened significantly by the goals Extended Learning, development, met in our last plan,” stated Dr. facilities, operations, personnel, Ken Johnson, president of the student recruitment, student ser- college. “We are now positioned vices, and technology. for a period of time with even “During the planning stages, more remarkable progress.” we were able to begin addressing The college introduced its last some of the goals being discussed strategic plan in 1994. Since most by the committees,” stated Dr. goals were met ahead of schedule, Johnson. “Already, we have met college officials decided to accel- several goals identified in the fi- erate the process by initiating nal draft of the plan.” further planning in 1997. Imme- To meet one goal of the strate- diately, numerous committees, gic plan, a faculty committee consisting of board and council wrote a new mission statement Gerald and Lucille Isom are joined by the Carsons and Sharon Whitlatch for the atrium ground breaking. members, alumni, employees, and for the college last fall. In the students, began discussing their months that followed, the faculty nership Dinner, including a spon- ball field. The college then broke “We will unveil some of those assigned tasks. developed proposed bachelor’s de- sorship program and a speaker ground for the Isom Atrium at plans in the months ahead.” “Since strategic plans are liv- gree majors in interdisciplinary with national recognition. the Fall Festival. The introductory text and phi- ing documents that require ad- studies and history. During the summer, workers “Dramatic improvements that losophy behind the new strategic justments as circumstances and During the spring, the Devel- met additional goals by renovat- will benefit our students for de- plan, entitled A Decade of Vision, opportunities arise, we initially opment Office launched a suc- ing the cafeteria and beginning cades currently are in the plan- is included on the center spread had to relook at our campus mas- cessful new format for the Part- major improvements on the base- ning stages,” stated Dr. Johnson. of this issue of the North Star.

Making General Powell scheduled for Partnership Dinner Former Chairman of the Joint stated Elton Albright, event co- roots to his role in advising the Headlines Chiefs of Staff, General Colin L. ordinator. “Former first lady Bar- last three chief executives, Presi- Powell, USA (Ret.), has consented bara Bush charmed those in at- dents Reagan, Bush, and Clinton. LIBRARY BOOKS to be the keynote speaker at the tendance at the last dinner. Those General Powell served as a pro- Luckett Christian Academy 29th annual Partnership Dinner who attend the 2000 dinner are fessional soldier for thirty-five donates children’s library on May 13 in Detroit. The general also in for a real treat.” years and oversaw Operation to college. Page 2. will speak on the Challenges of a General Powell is the author of Desert Storm during the 1991 Changing World. a bestselling autobiography, My Persian Gulf War. FLETCHER CENTER “General Powell is one of the American Journey, in which he “We feel fortunate to have Cafeteria named for former most admired men in America”, details his life from his Harlem someone of General Powell’s stat- president. Page 3. ure speaking at the 2000 dinner,” stated Dr. Ken Johnson, presi- FACULTY GROWTH dent of the college. “By his ex- Additions to faculty support ample, General Powell serves as a growing student body and source of encouragement to new programs. Page 4. America’s youth that success can still be achieved through hard General Colin L. Powell (Ret.) BASKETBALL work and determination.” Men’s basketball adds sec- General Powell is held in high mains at $100 for adults and $50 ond team. Page 5. regard worldwide. In addition to for students. In addition, spon- numerous U.S. military awards sorship information is available OTIS GATEWOOD and decorations, at least eighteen through the Development Office. College remembers found- governments have decorated him. For the first time last year, spon- ing president. Page 8. Among his civilian awards are sors enjoyed special reserved seat- two Presidential Medals of Free- ing at the dinner, a photograph ALUMNI AWARDS dom, the President’s Citizens opportunity with the keynote Four alumni recognized for Medal, and the prestigious Con- speaker, and recognition in the achievement. Page 9. gressional Gold Medal. printed program. Tickets for the 29th annual “The 1999 event with Barbara BOOK RELEASE Partnership Dinner currently are Bush created a new image for the ACU Press decides to pub- Many individuals who paved the way for the current progress at available through the Develop- Partnership Dinner,” noted Dr. lish series based on Sermon Rochester College visited campus for Founders Day. Partici- ment Office at the college. The Johnson. “We are looking forward Seminar. Page 11. pants reflected upon a proud past and bright future. Page 10. price for the great evening of fel- to building on that positive expe- lowship and entertainment re- rience with General Powell.” PAGE 2 FALL 1999 campus life NORTH STAR Honor society chartered on campus Joining over 300 colleges and universities from over the nation, Rochester College chartered a lo- cal chapter of Alpha Chi on Sep- Larger faculty tember 9. The national honor scholarship society recognizes serves another students in the top ten percent of junior and senior classes at mem- record number ber institutions. “This is a significant step for of students Rochester College and the stu- dents that will be honored by this Dear Friends, organization,” stated Dr. Michael Westerfield, provost of the col- God continues to bless our plans and our efforts at Rochester lege. “It is our first honor society College. None of us, just a few short years ago, would have dared that serves all majors on the cam- to suggest that we would be serving 600 students this semester. pus, allowing us to recognize over- Such would have seemed too incredible! Our 1993 Strategic all academic excellence.” Plan projected only 480 students for 1999. We are thankful for Dr. Dennis Organ, executive the progress, and at the same time are tremendously challenged director of Alpha Chi and profes- Sponsor Rex Hamilton visits with Rachel Gulish and Irina Sanches. to effectively serve a rapidly growing student body. sor of English at Harding Univer- sity, traveled to Michigan to in- had earned a grade point average religion and sponsor of Alpha Chi. To serve our students, we have added twenty-eight new posi- stall the chapter. Normally, the in excess of 3.80 during their aca- “We encourage them to see their tions in the last eight years. We now have eighteen faculty executive director passes this re- demic career at Rochester Col- studies as a significant part of members with a doctoral degree, plus six more who are doctoral sponsibility to a representative, lege. Faculty members and fellow their service to God.” candidates, not counting several who are enrolled in doctoral but he desired to personally in- students congratulated the new “We also want our students to course work at the present time. Our faculty, including full-time duct the Rochester College chap- members at a reception following find joy in the rigor of study and and part-time personnel, now numbers sixty-five! ter because of his institution’s the induction ceremonies. discovery,” Mr. Hamilton contin- relationship to the college. “We want to hold our students ued. “It is my hope that our chap- Our founders believed that a strong college in Rochester, Michi- After formal installation of the to the highest academic standard ter will serve as a catalyst in the gan, would be a blessing to the region’s Christian families in local chapter, Rochester College at Rochester College,” stated Rex development and implementation many ways. Primarily, the goal was to serve students who inducted sixteen students. Each Hamilton, assistant professor of of academic achievement.” wanted a close-to-home college education in a setting where Christian values and faith in God are taught and encouraged.

Just this semester, fifty-six students transferred to Rochester Luckett donates library College from other colleges and universities, primarily to get Luckett Christian Academy, state approval to provide the cer- Why RC? closer to home in a Christian environment. They came from which served the Detroit area tification process as well. Cornerstone University, Lipscomb University, Harding Uni- since 1977, recently decided to “As we plan for the future, this versity, Cedarville College, Oklahoma Christian University, cease operations. In the process donation will help our library Belmont College, Abilene Christian University, and a number of distributing assets, the board meet state standards for teacher of other colleges. At the same time, students came to us this year decided to donate their library to education,” stated Dr. Michael from twenty-five states and twelve nations! Rochester College. Westerfield, provost of the col- “While we were saddened by lege. “This gift should make it Your investment in Rochester College makes this possible. We the closing of Luckett, we were possible for us to meet or exceed thank you for your confidence in this institution through forty honored by their decision to help the requirements for titles in years of service. In the next decade, God willing, we will see us meet our mission,” stated Dr. children’s literature. We can now significant additional steps of progress that will increasingly Ken Johnson, president of the concentrate on building a cur- make Rochester College the first choice of college students who college. “The influence of Luckett riculum library.” want a quality education in a strong Christian environment. will continue not only in the hearts “With Luckett’s donation, we Thank you for your involvement in our progress. of her alumni, but in the lives of tripled our children’s literature Why does Rochester Col- Rochester College students who collection,” stated Sheila Owen, lege exist? Because of stu- Yours for the Master, are preparing to teach.” director of the Muirhead Library. dents like Nadine Taylor, a Since establishing a coopera- “We now have an extensive col- music education major from tive program for teacher certifi- lection of award-winning books Marion, Michigan. cation in 1996, the college has covering several decades.” Kenneth L. Johnson added certifiable majors in En- Among significant titles now Since arriving at Rochester President glish, music, and history. Even- available in the Muirhead Library College, Nadine has per- tually, the college plans to seek are a collection of Newbery and formed with the A Cappella Caldecott Medal Books, and a Chorus, Autumn, and Spec- number of Coretta Scott King trum. She also is a member Award Winners. of the new Chamber Cho- Worth “Barbara Gray, a retired librar- rale. “I have developed some ian, developed a substantial por- of my dearest friendships Repeating tion of the Luckett library when I through the performing worked at the academy,” stated groups,” Nadine stated. A student recently wrote a Linda Park, assistant professor thank you note to an em- of education and instructor of the “As a music major, I have ployee, relating an event children’s literature class. “Mrs. thoroughly enjoyed partici- that happened to her ear- Gray, who now does volunteer pating in many musical ac- lier that day. work in the Muirhead Library, tivities,” Nadine continued. obtained many rare volumes while “In the performing groups, “As we were leaving assem- assisting Luckett. Those books we sing music that not only bly today, my friend Greg now provide a wonderful resource is beautiful, but also praises said, ‘You know we have to for our education students.” the Lord. We sing with leave this place when we “Previously, we had very few people who understand and graduate?’ I just looked at nonfiction books for children in are therefore able to sin- him and said, ‘It really feels areas like history, math, and sci- cerely express the texts.” safe here doesn’t it?’ We ence, which are needed to learn were both really moved by how to prepare lesson plans,” Now in her senior year, assembly and sad about stated Ms. Owen. “Approximately Nadine is a member of Al- knowing that it is the only one-third of our children’s collec- pha Chi, a national honor place we know of that has tion is now starting to meet that society, and a regular par- this much Christ in it.” need because of the forethought ticipant in Celebration. Students share favorite readings during a children’s literature class. of the Luckett board.” NORTH STAR campus life FALL 1999 PAGE 3 Renovated cafeteria named for former president Founders Day provided an op- and recognizing his love for this portunity for the college to honor college, asked him to become the several individuals who played a fifth president. He served in that key role in the early development capacity for eleven years.” of Rochester College. During the On Founders Day, the college day, Dr. Ken Johnson, current also honored Mary Johnson and president, announced naming of Jeannette Schiele for their lead- Employee the newly renovated cafeteria in ership in the project that funded honor of Dr. Milton B. Fletcher, the cafeteria renovation. Since Highlights fifth president of the college. 1997, the two ladies, assisted by Beginning in the early summer members of the Associates, have ChoralNet recently selected with removal of the closets and assembled and sold angel pins on Dr. Tony Mowrer, pro- mailboxes located at the entrance behalf of the college. Proceeds fessor of music, as secre- of the facility, workers reshaped from the project funded the en- tary of their board. The or- the cafeteria floor plan. In the tire cafeteria renovation, which ganization is a web-based weeks that followed, they built a totaled nearly $100,000. clearing house for choral new ceiling, installed air condi- Charles Hadfield, a retired art- music information. tioning, added cabinetry in an ist who was recently featured in expanded serving area, and re- the Detroit Free Press for his skill Dr. David Fleer, profes- furnished the facility with new in gold-leaf lettering, painted the Students enjoy comfortable new surroundings in the Fletcher Center. sor of religion and commu- tables and chairs. sign for Fletcher Center. His son, nication, spoke at a work- “By the opening of the aca- Ron, a member of the class of wife, Margaret, an Associates shop hosted by the North demic year, we had a beautiful 1976 and director of publications president during Dr. Fletcher’s Warren Church of Christ place to serve meals, host ban- at Abilene Christian University, years as president, unveiled the Our Goals on September 18. quets, and experience some of the provided a portrait of Dr. Fletcher sign, which now hangs over the joys of college life, but the facility for the facility. Mr. Hadfield’s entrance of Fletcher Center. Addressing employees, Dr. Hosted by the East Main needed a name,” Dr. Johnson told Ken Johnson outlined a for- Church of Christ, Dr. Mike Founders Day guests. “Since Dr. mula for meeting or exceed- Westerfield spoke for a Fletcher invested more years of ing student expectations. men’s retreat in October. his life than any other person involved in the formative years of • Warm, faith-affirming Six hundred singers from the college, we decided the facil- environment around the nation are ex- ity should bear his name.” • Consistently good pected at the annual Chris- “Dr. Fletcher first served the academic classes tian High School Choral college for over a decade, begin- • Efficient, friendly, and Festival in Nashville. Joe ning in 1961. During those years, caring people Bentley, associate profes- he gained a love for this institu- • Clean and neat campus sor of music, will serve as tion nearly as strong as a man has • Recognizable value the clinician and conductor for his family,” Dr. Johnson con- • Solid career placement for the November event. tinued. “Within a few years, when the college was looking for a presi- Rochester College is deeply Jeff Cohu, associate pro- dent, the trustees recognized that committed to that type of fessor of business, will Dr. Fletcher likely knew the col- campus community! present a paper with his lege better than any candidate, Mary Johnson, Jeannette Schiele, Margaret Hadfield, and the Fletchers graduate advisor at the 19th Annual Lilly Conference on College Teaching at Miami University in November. Evening program added Building upon a highly success- had students who lack a few lib- Traveling to Bend, Oregon, ful weekend program for adult eral arts courses wanting to en- Rochester College in November, Dr. David learners, the College of Extended roll,” stated Tracey Hebert, dean Building the Infrastructure Greer, associate professor Learning recently began promo- of the College Extended Learn- of the Kingdom of history, will speak at a tion of two additional programs. ing. “By offering all of the course knowledge ~ jobs campus ministry retreat. A Beginning in January, both will work required for an associate week later, he will serve on be offered in their entirety during degree during the evening hours, homes ~ relationships a missions panel for the the evening hours. we will be able to serve such stu- Balkan Summit at Abilene “Since starting our weekend dents, as well as those starting The commitment of the founders of Rochester College has Christian University. degree completion programs in their degree from scratch.” shaped who we were yesterday, who we are today, and who we business and counseling, we have Along with the associate pro- shall be tomorrow. Whether teaching secular subjects or Chris- gram, the College of Extended tian topics, every generation of leaders at the college has been Learning will launch a bachelor’s and must be committed to teaching under the light of the degree program in early child- biblical message. hood education. Courses in both programs will meet one night per Likely, no generation will capture a full and correct understand- week for eight weeks. ing of everything biblical. Likely, no generation will totally “We were approached by the apply biblical concepts and precepts accurately to every situa- Oakland-Livingston Human Ser- tion that arises in the culture of that generation. Some genera- vice Agency, who presented a need tions may become increasingly biblical. Some generations may for this type of program in the lose some ground in their biblical understanding. Each genera- local area,” stated Mr. Hebert. tion will be tempted to isolate and emphasize certain portions of “The agency supervises the Head the biblical message. Start Program in this region, and plans to pay full-tuition for any of Therefore, it must be the primary goal of every generation of their employees who enroll in the college leadership to call the college and the church back to the program.” biblical text. No other anchor is solid. No other anchor is sound. “The early childhood degree Rochester College officially became the newest partner in the will serve a unique niche in the If our commitment is to be biblical, and if we give each new University Center at Macomb Community College this summer educational market,” Mr. Hebert generation of adults the freedom to use their best scholarship as Dr. Joseph Champagne, dean of the center, and Dr. Ken continued. “While it is not de- and their best logic to apply Truth to the challenges of their Johnson, president of Rochester College, signed an articulation signed to serve as a certification generation, then the church will never stray very far from its agreement. Rochester College began offering bachelor’s degree program for those desiring to roots at Pentecost, and our graduates will know where they classes on the Macomb campus during the fall semester. Dr. teach elementary school, it will must set the anchor for those who follow. This, too, is a part of Champagne hailed the flexible new degree program as “in the provide specialized training for walking by faith. true spirit of the University Center’s mission.” those planning to pursue a career Dr. J in early childhood settings.” PAGE 4 FALL 1999 campus life NORTH STAR

Faculty strengthened with additions Molding Futures .... Growing in number and aca- assistant professor of religion; and the last currently is enrolled in a demic strength, the faculty of Dr. Gregory Stevenson, profes- doctoral program. All five had Rochester College added four full- sor of religion. Mr. Hamilton’s teaching experience, which made time members to its ranks this wife, Jennifer, also is teaching them even more attractive candi- fall. In addition, three individu- nearly a full load in the English dates for our openings.” als completed course work toward department. “While we have been trying to their doctoral degrees. “As we seek faculty members, hire qualified people with doc- “When I arrived at Rochester we look for those who are highly toral degrees to support our new College, Dr. Johnson charged me qualified in their field and have bachelor’s degree majors, the cur- with the continuing task of build- the potential of being outstand- rent faculty has also risen to the ing a strong faculty,” stated Dr. ing instructors,” Dr. Westerfield challenge,” Dr. Westerfield noted. Mike Westerfield, provost. “Since noted. “It is also highly impor- “Presently, we have eleven en- that time, our faculty has nearly tant that each one is committed rolled in doctoral programs. The doubled in size.” to the Christian faith.” institution has made support Those joining the full-time fac- “Of those joining the faculty available for graduate study, and ulty this fall included Jeff Cohu, this fall, two already had com- the faculty have responded by associate professor of business; pleted their doctoral degrees,” Dr. finding programs that help meet Dr. David Greer, associate pro- Westerfield continued. “Two oth- the institution’s needs.” fessor of history; Rex Hamilton, ers were doctoral candidates, and This past summer, three fac- ulty members completed course work for their doctoral degrees, Kent Hoggatt, Craig Johnson, and Carol Van Hooser Joe Bentley, associate professor of music; Craig Johnson, assis- Good instructors are at the heart of a quality academic program. tant professor of mathematics; The lives of students at Rochester College are molded not only and Andrew Kronenwetter; asso- through strong experiences in the classroom, but by individual ciate professor of communication. attention and personal relationships with instructors. Some of Four individuals received pro- the outstanding faculty members that serve the students of motions in rank, Frank Pitts, as- Rochester College are introduced below. sistant professor of music; Garth Pleasant, professor of physical Drawing upon his experience as a teacher and minister, Kent education; Vivian Turner, assis- Hoggatt returned to the classroom at Rochester College on a tant professor of mathematics; part-time basis this fall. Before moving to Iowa in 1993, he and Carol Van Hooser, assistant served the college for nineteen years in various roles in admis- professor of biology. sions, financial aid, and development. He now preaches for the “Faculty retention has been a Lapeer Church of Christ, and has taught communication classes high priority over the last four for Rochester College, Kirkwood Community College, and Wayne years,” stated Dr. Westerfield. State University. He holds degrees from Rochester College, “Each academic year, more have Abilene Christian University, and Wayne State University. been with the institution long Known for his keen interest in mission work, Craig Johnson, Kelly Johnson and Josh Graves visit with Dr. David Greer after class. enough to receive tenure.” assistant professor of mathematics, began teaching at Roches- ter College in 1996. Prior to that time he taught at York College. He recently completed course work for his doctoral degree from Recording draws praise Wayne State University, and holds degrees from Harding Uni- At a Glance versity and the University of Mississippi. He serves as co- Based upon comments about better than the Rochester Col- sponsor of Image, the campus organization that promotes MUSIC GROUP the A Cappella Chorus made by lege chorus. You have produced a student interest in mission efforts. Providing an additional Barbara Bush at the Partnership spectacular musical organization opportunity for experience Dinner, Joe Bentley, director of that beautifully and artistically Research in animal behavior and a special interest in ecology in performance groups, the musical activities, recently de- brings glory to the Father!” add a unique dimension to the classroom instruction of Carol music department intro- cided to send a copy of the music The disc, recorded and pro- Van Hooser, assistant professor of biology. While completing duced the Chamber Cho- department’s latest recording to duced by Tim Corder, a student a degree at Central Michigan University, she focused her re- rale this fall. Under the di- Mrs. Bush. at Rochester College, features ten search on birds. Later, she studied the behavior of wasps for a rection of Dr. Tony Mowrer, In a thank you note to Mr. selections by the A Cappella Cho- master’s thesis project at Oakland University. Prior to joining professor of music, the Bentley, Mrs. Bush replied, “I rus, and five each by Autumn and the faculty of Rochester College in 1994, she taught for the group primarily performs loved being with Rochester Col- Spectrum. The disc is available Saginaw City School District. classical literature. The lege and the chorus made the trip by calling the Rochester College ensemble presented their even better. I will never forget Bookstore at 1.800.521.6010. debut performance at the the beautiful music and now I Bible Lectureship. won’t have to imagine the music. I have it!” FALL FEST While the A Cappella Chorus, Organizers of Fall Fest se- Autumn, and Spectrum have re- lected Rochester College as corded most years over the past the official college host for two decades, the three groups their first annual youth combined efforts in a single re- gathering in Niagara Falls. lease on compact disc this past Several students assisted year. The recording, entitled How throughout the weekend, Could You Say No?, has drawn Autumn performed, and praise on multiple occasions. Shannon Williams, director “I have been literally swept of spiritual life, led the wor- away with the sheer beauty and ship. Nearly 1,000 teens at- inspirational qualities of your new tended the event. CD,” stated Tim Meixner, direc- tor of the Metropolitan Detroit YEARBOOK Youth Chorus, in a letter to Mr. Eaton Corporation recently Bentley. “My favorite selection is donated four computers for Alleluia. I have listened to that use in preparation of the track no less that twelve times college yearbook. Earlier in and have been moved to tears the spring, Eaton provided each time.” a grant that enabled the “In my travels with MDYC to Rochester College hosted the annual Dean’s Conference for colleges and universities affiliated with college to install a totally the various Christian college cam- the Churches of Christ from September 16-18. Forty-six deans and chief academic officers from integrated music laboratory puses, I have heard many of their eleven institutions participated in the event. Presentations, panels, and group discussions focused in the Gatehouse. vocal groups,” Mr. Meixner con- on the theme Scholarship and Faith: Defining a Christ-Centered Education. tinued. “None of them are any NORTH STAR campus life FALL 1999 PAGE 5

Oakland University hosts the Warriors near the close of last season. Baseball field upgraded Meeting a goal in the college’s of the project,” stated Garth strategic plan, workers began a Pleasant, athletic director. major upgrade of the baseball field Last July, Coach Pleasant made during the late summer. Named a proposal to the North Oakland for Bill Shinsky, longtime coach Baseball Federation, offering ex- of the team, the field has served clusive use of the field during the During the summer, a team of students from Rochester College participated in a three-week mission the college since 1970. summer months in exchange for effort in Ghana, West Africa. Most of the group’s efforts centered around evangelism, work with “Upon seeing the dramatic im- a gift to the college. The proposal water drilling projects, and assistance with construction at a home and school for orphaned and provements, the coach from an- resulted in a $20,000 gift and a abandoned children. “Each member of the team was so excited about sharing the gospel with people other college recently expressed seven-year usage agreement. who have never seen a Bible or heard the gospel,” stated Michael Light, assistant professor of history his confidence that we would have Vergil Smith, new coach of the and leader of the group. “It was an incredible, life-changing experience.” Photo by Tiffany Hanna. one of the finest baseball facili- Rochester College baseball team ties in the area upon completion and owner of a construction firm, immediately began improve- ments. After rotating the field to campus master plan specifica- Second men’s basketball team added tions, Coach Smith excavated the Two men’s basketball teams team,” Coach Evjen continued. of the NAIA,” stated Coach Pleas- infield and installed an irrigation will represent Rochester College “We have attracted some talented ant. “Many of the colleges com- system, topsoil, sod, and proper in intercollegiate competition for players. Within a year, we should peting in that league have junior baseline dirt. He also built two the first time this year. Dating have some who will be able to varsity teams that we will play in outdoor batting cages at the Athletics back to the opening of the college, move to the varsity, including one the coming year.” centerfield fence. men’s basketball has the longest who has the potential of being a “All of our teams continue to “By obtaining material dona- VOLLEYBALL tradition among the five sports solid division one player.” excel and achieve new levels of tions and using volunteer labor, Opening their season with offered by the college for men and Initially, the new team will play success,” Coach Pleasant noted. Coach Smith probably allowed us eleven straight tournament the five for women. several junior colleges and junior “Our volleyball team won their to do the equivalent of an addi- victories, the women’s vol- “For years we have discussed varsity teams from larger four- national invitational last year, tional $15,000 worth of work on leyball team won the War- the possibility of adding a junior year schools. The varsity team and our baseball team defeated the field,” stated Coach Pleasant. rior Invitational in Septem- varsity team,” stated Garth Pleas- currently competes with several Oakland University just days af- “We just received permits from ber. Eight colleges and uni- ant, athletic director and head NCAA and NAIA institutions in- ter Oakland defeated the Univer- the city and will begin construc- versities participated in the basketball coach. “We had only cluding Wayne State University, sity of Michigan. We are excited tion on the dugouts soon.” weekend event. The War- two spots opening on the team Central Michigan University, and about watching our teams in ac- “We will be seeking a corporate riors will enter the NSCAA this year due to graduation, so it Oakland University. tion again this year.” sponsor to provide a scoreboard,” national tournament as de- seemed like an appropriate time “As soon as our new athletic For team schedules, check the noted Coach Pleasant. “By next fending champions. to add a second team.” center is completed, we hope to college web site at www.rc.edu or spring we will be playing on a George Evjen, who has served join the Wolverine-Hoosier league call athletics at 248.218.2135. first-rate athletic field.” SOCCER for the past two years as assistant Regular season wins over coach of the men’s team, has been such institutions as North- selected as coach of the freshman wood University, Concordia team. Both Coach Pleasant and Technology College, Lawrence Techno- Coach Evjen will work closely as logical University, and Ohio they recruit and select team mem- MUSIC LAB Valley College helped the bers for both groups. Technicians recently com- men’s soccer team prepare “A lot of colleges have junior pleted installation of a to- for their national tourna- varsity teams to develop players tally integrated music labo- ment of the NSCAA. for the level of competition en- ratory in the Gatehouse. countered by their varsity,” stated The lab includes computer BASEBALL Coach Pleasant. “Our new team and audiovisual equipment Playing on a newly-reno- will help meet that need and pro- that interfaces with a digi- vated field, the men’s base- vide many more players with a tal piano and Sibelius, a so- ball team posted a 9-1 chance to participate in intercol- phisticated notation soft- record for their fall season. legiate competition.” ware program. The team will resume their “Once people began finding out season in the spring. about our junior varsity team, we CLASSROOMS started getting phone calls almost Workers recently installed CROSS COUNTRY every day,” stated Coach Evjen. computerized audiovisual Caden Ruohomaki broke “Our focus, however, has been on equipment in the audito- the college five-mile record students who will fit into the mis- rium and remaining two at the Quaker Classic at sion of the college. Consequently, Dr. Ken Johnson presented Jerry and Rita Brackney of Lapeer, classrooms of the Associ- Wilmington College in No- we have selected several players Michigan, with the Christian Workmanship Award at the 42nd ates Campus Center. The vember. Seventeen teams who have experience playing for Annual Bible Lectureship. Jerry has served as manager of equipment will facilitate participated in the tourna- Christian high schools.” Michigan Christian Youth Camp since 1972. He also served on the projection of videos, ment. Caden placed second “One student, who was in the board of the Metropolitan Detroit Youth Chorus for nine powerpoint presentations, out of 130 runners. Alaska for the summer, returned years. The Brackneys have sent three sons to the college. and Internet sites. early to pursue a spot on our new Introductory Text from the College’s New Strategic Plan

A Decade of Vision for Rochester

Call to Raise the Standard Raising the Standard institution widely known for quality teach- ing. To do that, it must recruit and retain Entering a new century, colleges face un- Spiritual Life increasing numbers of outstanding, high- believably complex challenges: challenges re- credentialed faculty who are committed to lated to the explosion of information, the Central to every plan, vision, and dream for the Rochester College mission. Rochester speed of technological change, the clashes of Rochester College is Jesus, the Christ. As College will not become a research institu- ideologies in the globalization of culture, students prepare for their careers at the feet tion. Rather, its faculty will remain acces- change in the religious community, and the of Christian men and women, the highest sible as teachers, leaders, advisors, mentors, reality of having to couch every decision in goal of Rochester College is for its students to and friends of students as it pursues a goal of the context of the many choices that are learn how to respond to His power to trans- integrating faith and learning. Dear Friends, available. Surviving, let alone successfully form minds and hearts. Successes here will The college must increase the number of operating, in the face of such challenges will change the world to which the students re- dollars committed to development of existing A Decade of Vision presents the latest require the best, the very best, that Roches- late. faculty, both in the pursuit of advanced de- planning effort of Rochester College on ter College can provide. Daily assemblies of the student body are grees and in the development of skills par- matters of strategic importance. Cul- minating more than one year of effort, it reflects the vision, consensus, and hard work of many dedicated and ca- “As Rochester College con- pable persons who are involved in many tinues to prepare students to ways with Rochester College. Faculty, staff, development council members, become leaders of integrity trustees, and others have provided in- and faith, it must chart a put to this planning in a comprehensive process. clear course for the future.”

Covering a period of ten years, this strategic plan is intended to be a living ticularly relevant to their roles in the college. document to be reviewed, revised, and Faculty (as well as non-faculty) compensa- extended on an intermittent basis. tion must be raised to the national norm for similar positions at comparable institutions. Notwithstanding our past efforts and the future efforts we shall expend to Add New Academic Programs accomplish the plan, we recognize that In recent years the number of bachelor’s God is really the one who makes things degree academic options for students at Roch- happen. Our task is to plan responsibly, ester College has increased dramatically. The doing our best to discern His interests number of academic options must continue and His timetables, and to work prayer- to grow, but prudence must be continually fully and diligently to achieve the plan. exercised to add only those programs that are economically feasible and which maximize We hope everything in this plan is the return on scarce resources. achieved right on schedule. However, To exist in the new millennium as a cred- because we, too, are big dreamers, we As Rochester College continues to prepare ible academic institution, Rochester College know that our plans can happen on students to become leaders of integrity and must add a program of international travel schedule only if God substantially faith, it must chart a clear course for the “Covering a period of ten and study to its academic options. This will blesses our efforts to convert the plans future. Much of its present task relates to a years, this strategic plan is be done first within the context of the into reality. If that does not happen, need to build and strengthen the infrastruc- Maymester term, then expanded as opportu- many who are involved with Rochester ture of the institution. As the twentieth cen- intended to be a living docu- nity is created. College will be disappointed but we will tury winds down and a new century begins, ment to be reviewed, revised, not doubt God. Rather, we will return one can look back and see substantial progress and extended on an inter- Increase Emphasis on Technology to the drawing board, review our think- on that task. Today’s college graduate must have a good ing, remain prayerful, adjust our sched- However, the college has a very long way to mittent basis.” measure of technological competence, regard- ules, and go back to work to achieve the go to achieve the infrastructure required for less of the field of study. In a world increas- dream. a credible, quality, academic institution in ingly focused on productivity, accuracy, and the twenty-first century. For the college to designed to lead all members of the college quality, technology allows one to multiply Cordially, attract and serve increasing numbers of stu- community to love and honor God, to study output and control quality. Dr. Ken Johnson dents in a variety of liberal arts programs, it the Bible as God’s Word, and to become Rochester College must make substantial must improve its image and reputation for Christ-centered individuals. The highest stan- investments in facilities, hardware, and soft- quality academic programs that lead to suc- dards of morality, ethics, and integrity are ware to allow faculty to teach and students to cessful careers. The college must provide encouraged, as are prayer, church attendance, learn timely and relevant knowledge and use adequate new facilities to carry out the re- and service to humanity. of technology appropriate to the degree taken. quired work of an academic institution, in- The college community will continue to The college’s advanced fiber-optic network cluding nonacademic facilities to support a seek truth and knowledge in every discipline, must be linked to additional buildings on vibrant campus community. encouraging informed intellectual discussion campus. The college must expand its capabil- At all times, the core of the college’s mis- in the context of a Christian world view. ity to provide universal information access in sion relates to the hearts of students. Through classrooms, residence halls, and offices. the years, with limited facilities and a shoe- Raising the Standard string budget, the faculty and staff have Expand Extended Learning touched the hearts of thousands of alumni. Academics The market of working adults is the only As the community watches the college’s profitable segment of the academic industry. progress and enjoys the fruit of its labor, the Increase Outstanding Faculty The college must expand the services offered college must continually raise every stan- Christian faculty members are at the heart through the College of Extended Learning by dard to which it aspires for the institution of the educational experience. The college adding new programs, delivering at new sites, and its graduates. must enhance its reputation to become an and teaching over the Internet. Rochester College Campus Master Plan College

The College of Extended Learning will be allowed unrestricted growth, limited only by the college’s commitment to profitably de- liver quality academic programs at available sites. Income from the College of Extended Learning will be returned for investment in programs more directly related to the his- toric mission of Rochester College. inadequate for the level of service required to Much of the college’s intercollegiate com- Raising the Standard Expand the Library support the student body. petition throughout the season is with NAIA The Muirhead Library is crowded. Space is The college must construct a larger and colleges. As Rochester College increases in Finances insufficient to adequately house the library’s more versatile indoor athletic complex and size and as its athletic facilities improve, the holdings or to accommodate the growing stu- activities center to serve a student body of at college should join the ranks of its competi- This Decade of Vision includes competing dent body. In addition to increased floor space, least 1000 traditional students. tors in the more prestigious NAIA. demands that will challenge Rochester Col- the college must commit increased resources Rochester College will continue to recruit lege to expand its resources. The level of to provide library support in the form of Build a Library-Classroom Facility only those quality athletes who have demon- funding anticipated in this strategic plan is monographs, periodicals, and technology for Growth at Rochester College has exceeded strated a life of habits and convictions consis- unattainable without the involvement and new academic programs already added and its capacity of classroom space and library tent with the Christian emphasis of Roches- assistance of God. for others contemplated in this plan. space. Classrooms and library are core facili- ter College. Only those coaches will be em- To achieve this vision, Rochester College ties on every college campus, and an ad- ployed who are capable of serving as aca- must sustain operational gift revenue at Raising the Standard equate facility for both library and class- demic, spiritual, and athletic mentors to stu- present levels or higher, and must raise capi- rooms, totaling about 30,000 square feet, dent athletes. tal funds in excess of $20 million. Facilities must be built. Raising the Standard Raising the Standard Upgrade Outdoor Athletic Fields Build a Performing Arts Center In recent years, Rochester College has added Rochester College does not have a stage. It Student Services Enrollment soccer and softball to its group of intercolle- does not have a suitable place to practice or giate sports. However, no adequate fields for perform music and drama, or an auditorium The climate of the campus community is For its entire life, Rochester College has intercollegiate competition in any sport are sufficient to accommodate the current cam- critical to student collegiate success. During intermittently experienced swings in enroll- available on the college campus. Sports fields pus population. the college years, habits are adopted and ment, along with the financial impact from are so inadequate that most intercollegiate The college anticipates eventual construc- beliefs are formed that shape one’s entire such swings. With better planning and execu- games must be played elsewhere away from tion of a much needed performing arts cen- future. Because significant learning occurs tion, Rochester College should continue to the campus. ter, perhaps in a cooperative project with outside the classroom, Rochester College per- experience upward trending of traditional and nontraditional student populations. By 2004, the college should increase to a total of about 800 students. By 2007 that total should be 1,000 students. In attracting these numbers of students, the college must seek talented high school and transfer students who have significant potential for leadership and Christian ser- vice. Additionally, Rochester College will pursue working adults for its nontraditional academic programs. More than anything else, however, Roch- ester College must become a place where every employee, trustee, council member, and friend is involved in recruiting, reten- tion, and public relations for the college. All successful colleges have a large contingent of excited and enthusiastic supporters who carry high the banner of their college, and Roches- ter College must cultivate a mind set among its friends that Rochester College is not only a fantastic place but is the best place for their children and their acquaintances to pursue a bachelor’s degree.

The college must engineer and grade ad- another community organization. When com- sonnel must strive to create an environment equate outdoor intercollegiate facilities for pleted, it will house the music, drama, and that encourages and supports involvement in baseball, soccer, and softball. While doing so, communication departments. varied aspects of life, both on and off the a practice/intramural track for runners and campus, including social, spiritual, and ex- practice/intramural areas for intercollegiate Raising the Standard tracurricular activities. field events must be created. Through a variety of activities, from stu- Athletics dent government and fall break campaigns to Build an Indoor Athletic Complex the student newspaper and volunteerism in Much of what happens on a college campus Presently, Rochester College is a member the local community, students must be given today revolves around physical activity, in- of the National Small College Athletic Asso- the gift of opportunity to connect their ma- cluding intercollegiate competition, intramu- ciation. This membership has served the col- turing beliefs with helpful actions. ral competition, and personal workout and lege well across the years. However, the asso- Because increasing numbers of students exercise. The college’s present indoor ath- ciation has no major function besides provid- travel great distances to Rochester College, letic facility will not accommodate any inter- ing a national tournament venue for member the college must provide a more attractive set collegiate competition and is substantially colleges. of weekend activities and experiences. PAGE 8 FALL 1999 alumni NORTH STAR

Remembering When ... Alumni News and Notes 1965 (Hoggatt) Brock have moved to 910 Niblick Court, Angola, IN Joseph Shulam is the director 46703. The couple owns and op- of the Netivyah Bible Instruction erates rental properties. Ministry. Joseph and his wife, Marcia, have two grown children, James Matthew joined Megan and Barry and Danah. The Shulams Amy in the home of Kevin and can be contacted at P.O. Box 8043, Janice (Kilpatrick) McKisson Jerusalem 91080, Israel. on February 28. Kevin is em- ployed as an assistant registrar 1972 for Arizona State University, and Janice is a homemaker. The fam- Dean Smith is the new pulpit ily resides at 518 West Horseshoe minister of the University Church Avenue, Gilbert, AZ 85233. of Christ in Austin, Texas. His wife, Carolyn (Francisco-70) 1986 is teaching second grade. The fam- ily lives at 12627 Cinchring Lane, Sonja Barcus completed her Austin, TX 78727. Ph.D. in counseling psychology at Ball State University in May, 1978 after successfully defending her dissertation, The Relationship Be- Valerie (Wiley) McGuire and tween Spiritual Well-Being, Reli- her husband, Delton, currently gious Commitment, and Psycho- are serving as houseparents for logical Well-Being. Currently, she six boys at High Plains Children’s is teaching in the psychology de- Home. The couple has three chil- partment at Abilene Christian dren of their own, Katie, Rachel, University. She can be contacted and Travis. The family can be at 1351 Parkridge Place #701, contacted at 11250 Chapman Abilene, TX 79605. Drive, Amarillo, TX 79118. Dan Boren was recently named 1979 basketball coach for the girl’s varsity team at Gladwin High TOP LEFT: President Gatewood crowns Dona Mai Bruce as the college’s first queen in 1960. TOP Terri (Whitlatch) Longfellow School, where he teaches science. RIGHT: Otis and Alma Gatewood greet new students at a reception in 1962. BOTTOM LEFT: Otis recently certified to teach elemen- He also preaches part-time for and Irene Gatewood focus on writing projects after retiring in the Rochester Hills area. BOTTOM tary school. Terri and her hus- the Church of Christ in Harrison. RIGHT: Dr. Gatewood visits with friends at a campus reception held in his honor in 1995. band, Rob (78), have two daugh- His wife, Shannon (Roper) is ters, Cathleen and Jennifer. The self employed as a daycare pro- family lives at 14653 Shenandoah vider. The family lives at 4348 Drive, Riverview, MI 48192. Sylvan Grove, Gladwin, MI 48624.

Former president leaves rich legacy 1982 On March 21, Rebekah Kay joined Otis Gatewood, founding presi- He served as a professor of mis- second wife, Irene. He continued Matthew and Benjamin in the dent of Rochester College, died at sions at the Harding Graduate to write and preach until shortly Anita Clay married John Clauss home of Michael and Francie age 88 on September 16, 1999. School of Religion from 1964 un- before his death. on March 6, 1999. Anita is a re- (Martinez) Holder. Francie is a Known for his efforts as a mis- til 1970, during which time he “My father was a visionary,” covery specialist for National City homemaker, and Michael is em- sionary, educator, and author, he also assisted Columbia Christian stated David Gatewood, a mem- Bank, and John is employed by ployed by the federal government. left a remarkable legacy for fu- College as chancellor. ber of the class of 1963. “People Adistra. The couple lives at 2228 The family lives at 3003 North ture generations. In 1971, Dr. Gatewood began called him a pioneer because he North Elizabeth #1, Dearborn, Alexander, Royal Oak, MI 48073. “While Dr. Gatewood served as serving as director of the East started so many things.” MI 48128. president of the college for only European School of Evangelism “With the passing of Otis Gate- 1987 six years, they were the formative in Vienna. He continued in that wood, an era has passed that will Timothy Warren joined Brandon, years,” stated Bob Utley, former capacity until becoming the not be duplicated by many in our Andrew, Aubrey, and Maggie in Becky Richardson has moved chairman of the board. “His in- founding president of Interna- lifetime,” noted Mr. Utley. “His the home of Dennis (96) and to 2750 Davison Avenue, Auburn fluence and strong character have tional Christian University in driving spirit and determination Susan (Raper) Hall on May 12. Hills, MI 48326. She is working had a long-lasting impact upon 1978. He retired ten years later to see the college succeed have Dennis is an accountant for Cen- as a registered sales assistant. the college.” and moved to Michigan with his left us a wonderful heritage.” tral Michigan Staffing, and Su- Following graduation from col- san is a homemaker. The family 1988 lege in 1936, Dr. Gatewood and lives at 2524 Flint River Road, his wife, Alma, served churches Lapeer, MI 48446. Darrell Amy and his wife, Amy, in Nevada and Utah. In 1946, the We want to hear from you! recently moved to 85 Rolling Oaks Gatewoods entered Germany as Thomas Lawson joined Trey and Drive, Maumelle, AR 72113. the first American missionaries Share your news! Clip and return this form to Larry Stewart, Averi in the household of Bob and Darrell is a district sales manager after the war. Before returning to Director of Public Relations, Rochester College, 800 West Avon Annette (Eckman) Harris on for Toshiba America Information the states in 1957, they assisted Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48307. March 3. Annette is an advanced Systems, and Amy is a training in the establishment of about forty director with Pampered Chef, and officer for Pulaski Bank. congregations and distributed Name (maiden if appl.) ______Bob is employed as a computer about one million dollars’ worth service engineer manager. The Austin Lee joined Jimmy in the of food and clothing. Years ______Occupation ______family lives at 2088 Timber Wolf home of Jim and Sandy (Wise) In 1958, one year prior to the Trail, Edmond, OK 73034. Haferkamp on July 8. The fam- opening of Rochester College, Spouse's Name (maiden if appl.) ______ily can be reached at 2442 West then known as North Central Dan Isenberg and his wife, Lora, State Route 2, LaPorte, IN 46350. Christian College, Dr. Gatewood Years ______Occupation ______welcomed Taylor Paige on Octo- accepted the presidency of the ber 25, 1998. Dan is in his four- Anna (Burns) Lang recently institution. “When the audience Address ______teenth year as director of season moved to 1072B Royale Glen heard that announcement at a sales for the Detroit Pistons, and Drive, Muskegon, MI 49441. Anna large rally in Detroit’s Ford Audi- City ______State ______Zip ______Lora operates the Write Image. has two sons, Cody and Jordan. torium, the excitement and ex- The family lives at 696 Essex, pectation was exhilarating,” Mr. Phone (area code ______) ______Rochester Hills, MI 48307. 1989 Utley commented. After the death of Alma, Dr. Please note children's names, recent births, job changes, mar- 1983 Ady Hutchins was married to Gatewood left the presidency of riages, promotions, etc. on a separate sheet of paper and send it Rob Rhoads on January 17, 1998. the college in 1964, and redirected to the college with this form. With their two children, Adam Both Ady and Rob are employed his efforts toward mission work. and Ashley, Chad and Lesly by Sherwin Williams. Ady is a NORTH STAR alumni FALL 1999 PAGE 9

Have You Registered? Four outstanding alumni recognized Noting the professional accom- Alumni, have you registered your e-mail address on the college plishments of alumni, Rochester web site or left a note for everyone to College recognized four individu- read? If not, please do so today! als on Founders Day. The college named Rob Clarke as Alumnus of Now on the alumni page: the Year, Todd Graham as Out- standing Alumnus in Business, North Star Information Form Karl Randall as Outstanding E-Mail Directory Alumnus in Community Service, Transcript Request Information and Betty Watson as Outstand- Alumni Guestbook ing Alumna in Education. Reunions and Alumni Events Rob Clarke, a member of the Address Change Form class of 1982, has played an inte- Campus News for Alumni gral role in the volunteer organi- Missing Alumni Listing zations of the college. As presi- dent of the Alumni Association, www.rc.edu he led a group of volunteers who completely renovated the music Todd Graham, Betty Watson, Karl Randall, and Rob Clarke center in 1992. Currently, he systems analyst and Rob is a se- Byars on January 2, 1999. Shane serves as a member of the Devel- commercial loan manager. Dr. Betty Work Watson has served nior programmer analyst. The currently works in sales for Alaska opment Council, and recently pro- Mr. Graham is active in Ro- on the education faculty of couple resides at 33779 Lake Steel, and Amy is an administra- vided architectural design ser- tary, the United Way, and the Harding University since 1968. Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012. tive assistant for a financial advi- vices for both the Associates Brick Chamber of Commerce. He and Currently, she directs the early sor. The couple is expecting a Plaza and the Isom Atrium. his wife, Connie, also a 1971 childhood education program and 1990 child in January, and can be con- After beginning his career as a graduate, have three children. is co-director of undergraduate tacted at 307 Wedgewood Drive contractor and architect, Mr. The oldest, Megan, is a student at teacher education. Rachel Lynn joined Victoria in #A-9, Fairbanks, AK 99701. Clarke accepted a position with Rochester College. After receiving the Outstand- the home of Vic Bliss and his CBI Design Professionals. He is Educated as a lawyer, Karl ing Teacher Award at Harding on wife, Mary, on April 29. Vic is the Nathan Daniel joined Justin in now the president and CEO of Randall, a member of the class of three occasions, the university youth and family minister for the the home of Trevor and Lisa that firm. His projects have been 1971, has served various facets of honored Dr. Watson with the title Trenton Church of Christ, and (Brown-92) Baker on July 1. featured in professional maga- Oakland County government of distinguished professor. She is Mary is a homemaker. The family Trevor is a manager for Star The- zines, as well as Better Homes since 1972. He now serves as man- one of only seven teachers to ever resides at 22500 Canterbury atres, and Lisa is an administra- and Gardens. Mr. Clarke and his ager of aviation for the Oakland receive that recognition. Dr. Street, Woodhaven, MI 48183. tive assistant at Rainbow Pediat- wife, Sherri, a 1984 graduate, have County International Airport. Watson and her husband, Zearl, rics. The family lives at 320 East two children. Mr. Randall has sponsored sev- have two children. 1992 Evelyn, Hazel Park, MI 48030. After an early career as a thera- eral charity drives, and last spring While all four recipients had pist, Todd Graham, a member of put the college in contact with the ties to the past, Dr. Watson ex- Andrea Carman married John Jesse and Deborah (Greene) the class of 1971, returned to col- executive that provided a private pressed particular gratitude for Exum on December 5, 1998. An- Phalen welcomed Abigail Ruth lege and completed a degree in jet for Barbara Bush to travel to receiving the honor on Founders drea is working on her master’s on October 13, 1998. Jesse is business. At that time, he began a the Partnership Dinner. Mr. Day. “This is an honor to my degree, and John is the network employed by Bank of America, career with the National Bank of Randall and his wife, Natalie, a parents, Lucian and Laura Work, manager for Harding University. and Deborah is a homemaker. Detroit, now Bank One. Cur- 1972 graduate, have two children. devoted workers who helped make The couple lives at 300 North The family resides at 4010 Via rently, he serves Bank One as a A member of the class of 1962, the college a reality.” Clinic #9, Searcy, AR 72143. Estrella, Martinez, CA 94553. 1998 Class of 1979 hosts summer reunion 1993 Chris and Tannon (Ashlock) “There is no way to ever say mates from such places as Geor- Lauren Dickinson of Huntington Ryan Shephard is working as a Davis are now living at 13230 thanks enough for this weekend’s gia, Texas, and Illinois. Beach, California. “I don’t know registered nurse. His wife, Lisa, Corbel Circle #1211, Fort Myers, reunion,” stated Jay Crow in an Meal times, a nostalgic visit to what it is, but we do revert back is a program coordinator for a FL 33907. Chris is an operations e-mail message to Julie Harper the Shinsky residence, devotion- to the way things were when we Parks and Recreation Depart- manager for TSR Wireless, and after a reunion held for the class als, and a talent show that in- get together!” ment. The couple resides at 22 Tannon is an account coordina- of 1979 this past summer. “It was cluded the children provided The class of 1979 reunion typi- Robbye Lane, Searcy, AR 72143. tor for Accudata America. the best refocus I’ve had in many structure for the weekend. Lots fies the response of alumni when years. You taught me how to truly of unscheduled time gave class returning to the campus for sum- 1995 1999 value memories and friends.” members an opportunity to share mer reunions. “The years melt Jay Crow, a high school guid- the trials and triumphs of their away within hours,” stated Larry Emma Louise was born to Andy Jeremy Deming married Kristi ance counselor and avid cyclist, lives since leaving the campus Stewart, coordinator of alumni and Mary (Aldrich) Dorrell on Evans on August 21. The couple rode his bicycle to the reunion twenty years ago. activities. April 1, 1999. The family lives at can be reached at 1418 North from Ephrata, Pennsylvania. He “I can’t express how great it Describing her family’s return 4210 Americana Drive #203, Madison, Corinth, MS 38834. was joined at the reunion by class- was to see everyone,” commented trip to the upper peninsula of Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224. Michigan, Pam (Montgomery) Debelak stated, “John usually Benny Lumpkins is enrolled as does all the driving on our trips, a cadet in the Army ROTC offic- but this time he was too tired. But ers training program at Old Do- we made it and had a wonderful minion University. He can be con- time. The reunion certainly made tacted at 1000 West 48th Street a difference in our lives.” #B, Norfolk, VA 23508.

Jason and Jill (Harris) Riker welcomed Steven Jason on April Reunions 17. Jill is a riding instructor and trainer. The family resides at 627 Class of 1970 Bellevue, Jackson, MI 49202. July 7-8, 2000

Chris Russo recently began Class of 1990 employment as an associate engi- July 28-29, 2000 neer for Caterpillar. He lives at 1301 West Jefferson Avenue Volunteers are needed to #22A, Morton, IL 61550. host a reunion for the class of 1980. Contact Larry 1996 Stewart at 248.218.2023 or [email protected]. Shane Anderson married Amy Classmates pose in front of the Westside Central Auditorium, which opened during their years at the college. PAGE 10 FALL 1999 volunteers NORTH STAR

Barbara Bush, former first lady of the United States, charmed participants in the 28th annual Partnership Dinner. Campaign sponsors like Pat and Jane Kirby of Rochester Hills also enjoyed Individuals who toured campus prior to the college’s opening in 1959 pose for a photo on Founders Day. a pre-dinner photo opportunity with Mrs. Bush.

Representatives from over sixty congregations of the Churches of Christ in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois participated in Founders Day celebrates forty years the annual fund raising dinner. The dinner raised nearly double Many friends of Rochester Col- E. Lucien Palmer, and Dr. Milton wonderful thing happened. La- the amount of the previous year. lege gathered on the campus on B. Fletcher. “It was a memorable dies started sharing their feel- August 28 for a Founders Day day in many ways since it was Dr. ings about being an Associate and “The new campaign format has generated such interest that celebration. Marking forty years Gatewood’s last public appear- the partnership we have with sponsorships for next year’s dinner already are almost equal to of progress, the day honored those ance,” stated Elton Albright, co- Rochester College. We talked, we last year,” stated Elton Albright, dinner coordinator. “Since we involved in the founding years of ordinator of the event. sang, we cried, and we prayed. We are at an early stage, that amount will continue to grow.” the college. “Hundreds gathered to cel- left rejuvenated and united.” Addressing guests of the day, ebrate the past and to honor those Dr. Ken Johnson stated, “Many who first dreamed the dream, first of you have been involved with invested the energy, first walked the college for most of your adult the property, first paved the way, Mission life. Today we especially want to first paid the bills, and first sacri- honor you for your many years of ficed and labored early in the jour- “All that we have done for sacrifice and service.” ney to build this college,” stated forty years, we have done “Every once in awhile, it is ap- Dr. Johnson. with the hope and prayer propriate to set aside the pres- During the day, the college rec- that God will be glorified in sures of daily obligations and our ognized former employees and the life and in the teaching dreams about the future to re- board members, as well as char- of every young person who flect upon the past,” Dr. Johnson ter members of the Associates. walks these halls and takes continued. “It is remarkably ful- The day sparked a similar occa- our degree. Wherever they filling to reflect on God’s work sion when the Associates gath- go and whatever they do in through the people who have ered for their monthly meeting a live, our dream is that their made the joy of the present and few weeks later. walk with God will drive hope of the future possible.” “We reminisced about the early their journey through life.” Three former presidents of the years of the Associates,” stated Dr. Ken Johnson college participated in the day’s Sharon Whitlatch, president of Founders Day 1999 activities, Dr. Otis Gatewood, Dr. the Associates. “Then the most Iola Rummel and Lavon Tucker receive corsages as charter Associates. Volunteer spirit displayed by couple Two dedicated Christian ser- who sat in his workshop classes,” students majoring in ministry or Planned vants moved to Michigan during stated Larry Stewart, director of religious education. Since that their retirement to assist the col- public relations. “For example, time, they have continued to build Giving lege as it prepared to add its first one time he walked into a class the scholarship fund. bachelor’s degree in the summer and told his students to not laugh “Rochester College has been Matters of 1980. One of those individuals, at his tie since it had already been blessed by many wonderful vol- Dr. Paul Southern, died on July in style three times!” unteers,” stated Dr. Ken Johnson. Doug Edwards 16 at age 98. His wife, Margaret, While teaching at Rochester “The Southerns are exemplary of Vice President resides in the Christian Care Cen- College, the Southerns estab- such individuals who have helped for Development ter in Mesquite, Texas. lished an endowed scholarship for build the college.” The Southerns typify the vol- A Case History: A 91-year-old friend of Rochester College unteer spirit displayed by so many placed the college in her will as a beneficiary for a percentage of friends of Rochester College. They her estate. She was determined to be a steward of the Lord’s originally made a one-year com- blessings by giving to Christian ministries, even after her life on mitment to the college in ex- earth was concluded. However, as the years passed she was change for basic living expenses. convinced that her estate might dwindle as she faced future They enjoyed their experience to health and living needs. such an extent that one year turned into almost six years. Recently, she was informed about gift annuities and learned Dr. Southern began his teach- that she could take a sum of money from her estate and earn 12% ing career at Abilene Christian earnings (amount for her age bracket) on that investment for University in 1937. He served as life while Rochester College would still be the beneficiary at chairman of the Bible department death. In addition, she learned that she could get significant tax until his retirement in 1970. He benefits and the gift would be passed more efficiently to the also taught for Columbia Chris- college. This was an excellent decision for both parties. tian College, Macquarie School of Biblical Studies, International Is a gift annuity the right strategy for your estate plan? Christian University, and South There are many different strategies for different people. For a Pacific Bible College. free brochure or questions, please contact Doug Edwards in the “Dr. Southern had an incred- Development Office at 1.800.521.6010. ible sense of humor that endeared him to the students and those Dr. Paul Southern discusses counseling with a Bible major in 1981. NORTH STAR volunteers FALL 1999 PAGE 11

Memorial and Honor Gifts Board selects chairman April 7, 1999 through October 15, 1999 Members of the Board of Trust- Church of Christ in Lansing for ees recently selected Dr. Howard twenty-three years, he assumed a MEMORIAL GIFTS Cynthia Gomez & Family RICHARD MILLER Cecil & Shirley Alexander Hagerman to serve as chairman more active role in mission ef- CLAIRE GUYMER Gerald & Helen Allen Larry & Lynne Stewart of the college’s governing organi- forts in Honduras. CY ADDAMS Gilbert & Barbara Guymer Phyllis Baker Jesse & Sarah Yoakum Jim & Vivian Avey Greg & Kathy Guymer Madeline Carr THELMA STEPHENS zation. Dr. Hagerman replaces Bob Utley, board chairman of GROVER BELL JACKIE HANNAH (‘68) Mrs. Maisel Dachenbach Bill & Shirley Vaughn Bob Utley, who has served as Utley Brothers, Inc., has been an Juanita Mosley Edythe Fain Hilton & Sallie Dean MAUDY STOKER GERALD BENNETT LEE HARPER William Gaston Jesse & Sarah Yoakum chairman since 1993. active supporter of the college Wallice & Virginia Mays Gladys Bowman Mr. & Mrs. Marvin Hawkins DONALD SUMMERHAYES “The college has made great since its inception. He became a REBA BILAK Bill Harper Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Jess Steve & Julie Harper strides in her academic programs member of the board in 1975, Bob & Jan Chaffin Howard Harper Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Mason GEORGE SWARM Joe & Wanita White Richard Harper Floyd & Marian Miller Herb & Charlotte Dean and we expect to strengthen those first serving as chairman from LAMAR BLACK, JR. (‘96) Don & Bernice Oberholzer Marie Miller Roy & Sue Westerfield programs,” stated Dr. Hagerman. 1980 until 1985. His latest tenure Keith & Rhonda Laurin DIANE HILL Arvin & Cheryl Peterson MAY DELL TURNER WILLIAM BRACKEN William Hill Mr. & Mrs. Marvin James & Bertha O’Rourke “At the same time, we must be as chairman has bridged seven Gracie Bracken JIM HOGGATT Pierschbacher CHARLES VINCENT faithful to our roots in Christian years of noteable growth and MATTIE BROWN Wendell & Mary Laurence H. Powell Jean Vincent Oakland Church of Christ Bloomingburg Resurgens Capital Partners LAURA WOMACK education. As chairman, I expect change for the college. JOHN F. BRYANT DENAICIA HUDSON Mr. & Mrs. Durl Schletzbaum Cheryl Coggeshall to work with the board, faculty, “My work on behalf of Chris- William Bryant Linda Pace Mrs. & Mrs. Larry Steinbach Don & Landra Shotts and staff to see that those ideals tian education has been a labor of CECIL BURCHAM THOMAS JELLEY GENE & MARY MONROE L.B. & LAURA WORK David & Niki Kirkpatrick Frances Toben Ed & Geraldine Monroe Zearl & Betty Watson are accomplished.” love for me and my wife, Mary, Linda Pace RUTH JOHNSON ELFRIEDA OZ Dr. Hagerman has served on who has been at my side through MERLE CARTER Herman & Phyllis Herndon Art & Marge Pope HONOR GIFTS Ruth Buschmann Joe & Sarah Reddick Bill & Joanne Shinsky the college board since 1974, lead- all of the joys and heartaches of Livonia Church of Christ MALINDA J. KEIM Harold & Helen Slater JOHN BATTY ing the board as chairman during the college’s past forty years,” Vince & Lois Maiorana Delmar & Ella Weimer Larry & Lynne Stewart Tim & Laurie Burns Wallice & Virginia Mays JOHN KILMER JERRY PATTERSON (‘64) ALEX & MARIE CRAIG the 1979-80 academic year. He stated Mr. Utley. “I intend to stay ERSELENE DeWEESE Gene & Wanda Hatcher Johnie & Alta Mae Patterson Wes & Shirley Rhoads retired from his role as a profes- on the board and support the next William DeWeese LODEMA KROMPETZ RAMIE PHILLIPS, SR. JAMES FLANNERY sor of biology at Michigan State chairman. I believe that Roches- ROYCE DICKINSON John & Clara Hughes Wallice & Virginia Mays Olga Dworkin Betty Dickinson Viletta Kearns JOHN POTTER GENE & PEGGY FOWLER University in 1996. After serving ter College has a proud past and Cornell Stamoran Glenn & Helen Ogg Dan & Anne Bateman Dale & Barbara Norris as an elder of the Holmes Road an exciting future.” MARTIE DUNN Ken & Billie Palmer Eugene & Diana Dalessandro GLENNA HART Don Dunn Pete & Virginia Short Floyd & Beverly Fair Valerie Baker WILLIAM FERGUSEN MARY ANN LANGTRY Dale & Maxine Keene AL & BARB HENRY Art & Marge Pope Sue Pace David & Niki Kirkpatrick Martin & Nelda Gay BERTHA FLIPPIN LARRY LESLIE (‘60) Fred & Anne Liimatta RUTH HOGGATT Doyle & Mary Prestridge Joe & Sarah Reddick Richard & Mary Marsh Wendell & Mary Joe & Sarah Reddick MAMIE LUDY John & Sue McKee Bloomingburg Equipment Donations OTIS GATEWOOD Ron & Michalene Payok Wes & Shirley Rhoads TAYLOR ISENBERG Herb & Charlotte Dean Diane J. Sheikh Betty Rose Bob & Pam Isenberg Equipment donations that could be used by the college and William DeWeese C. GLYNN LUMLEY David & Carol Van Hooser MARY KATE MERRIMAN result in tax benefits to the donor include the following items: Jerry & Virginia Ebeling David Laura LAYTON RANDOLPH Ron & Rena Jones Milton & Evelyn Fletcher KIM MASTER (‘78) Herb & Charlotte Dean ANNETTE RILEY Jerry & Elaine Morris Steve & Julie Harper CHERYL RILEY Irv & Olga Dworkin automobiles (any size) lawn mowers Ed & Joan Palmer PAUL McALLISTER Irv & Olga Dworkin HERB & FREIDA RODGERS Buna Rickner Emma McAllister LOUIS R. ROSS Jim & Phila Racklyeft fireproof files lap top computers Jean Schwallie MITCHELL MERRIMAN Art & Marge Pope JESS & LORENE TEMPLE mini-vans or trucks golf carts (maintenance) Evan & Betty Ulrey Ron & Rena Jones RONALD RUMMEL Thomas & JoAnne Duncan Jesse & Sarah Yoakum HARLEY MILLER Al & Suzanne Garner BARBARA WILLIAMS office chairs snow plow MINERVA DORSEY GAY Robert Kessler PAUL SOUTHERN Richard & Lorene McDonald quality microscopes snow blowers tractor and attachments band instruments Memorial gifts and honor gifts may be sent to the Office of the President at the college address on the mailing panel. Be sure to include 1) your name and full address, 2) the name of the person being To discuss donation of an item, please phone Doug Edwards, honored, and 3) the name and address of the person to receive an acknowledgment card. vice president for development, at 1.800.521.6010 (option 4).

Associates in Action Publisher selects seminar for series ACU Press of Abilene, Texas, School of Religion will serve as The third annual Sermon Semi- recently announced the publica- coeditors of the series. nar has been scheduled for May tion of a new series of books on “Our seminar grew from a small 15-18, 2000, again on the campus biblical preaching. The first vol- number of participants in 1998 to of Rochester College. Centered ume will be based upon the Ser- almost a hundred this past year,” around the theme Preaching from mon Seminar hosted by Roches- stated Dr. Fleer. “Ministers from Autobiography in Paul’s Letters, ter College last spring. the east coast to Wisconsin, rep- the seminar will feature Carl “The board of ACU Press rec- resenting fourteen states and Holladay, Carson Reed, Andre ognizes the quality of our pro- three countries, participated.” Resner, and John York. gram and has noted the caliber of our speakers,” stated Dr. David Fleer, professor of religion and coordinator of the seminar. “There is a possibility that an entire series of six books will be based upon our seminar.” “I am personally very excited ABOVE: Project chairperson Lora Jones and designer Rob about this series,” stated Thom Clarke break ground for the Associates Brick Plaza on Founders Lemmons, editor of ACU Press. Day. BELOW: Former queen Fonda (Waller) Robinson ('80) “The list of potential authors is crowns Barb (Benham) Brooks ('71) as Fall Festival Queen. impressive. I can hardly wait for us to begin.” The first book, Preaching from Luke/Acts, will be divided into two major sections. The first part will include practical essays on preaching theory by each of the four speakers who participated in the 1999 Sermon Seminar, Tim Kelley, Tom Long, Dean Smith, and Greg Sterling. Campus ministers from twenty-six states and Ontario con- The second part of the book verged on the campus of Rochester College for the 43rd annual will feature twelve sermons by National Campus Ministries Seminar in August. Dr. Steve John York and David Fleer, using Eckstein, professor of religion and Greek at Rochester College, the methods presented at the hosted the event. Dr. Eckstein, who served on the Bible Chair of seminar and in the first half of Eastern New Mexico University for thirty-three years, has the book. Dr. Fleer and Dave played a major role in the seminar since its founding in 1957. Bland of the Harding Graduate r a t '96 '97 '98 '99 “After operating in the mid- “Currently, the administration Rochester College Enrollment 600 500 400 300 200 100 s and Texas. Canada followed Michigan with the largest num- ber of representatives. three hundred range for so many years, we are now facing new chal- lenges,” stated Dr. Johnson. “In particular, we are feeling a more urgent need for additional class- room space and parking.” and Board of Trustees are dis- cussing options for providing ad- ditional facilities,” Dr. Johnson noted. “As the academic year con- tinues, we plan to announce fur- ther developments that will en- hance our ability to serve a greater number of students.” h t During the current semester, studies at Rochester College this fall transferred from other col- leges and universities.” students from twenty-fives states and twelve nations enrolled for classes. In addition to most Mid- western states, students came from as far Connecticut and Maryland in the East to Wash- ington and California in the West. Others traveled from Southern states like Georgia, Tennessee, Students pass the future atrium construction site after daily assembly. or NEWS BULLETIN OF ROCHESTER COLLEGE 1999 VOLUME 41 NUMBER 1 FALL n Summer opportunities attracted the attention of several stu- dents at a fall Mission Fair. Image, campus service organiza- tion, hosted the event in Associates Campus Center lobby. Shattering records with a 20% “From the first day of classes, a As the fall semester began, “With our growing list of de- Year opens with surge in enrollment Year increase, Rochester College expe- rienced another surge in enroll- ment for the fall semester. By time the last classes enroll in College of Extended Learning, the student count is expected to pass the 600 level. contagious enthusiasm has per- meated the student body,” stated Dr. Ken Johnson, president of the college. “In daily assembly, it is not uncommon for students to refer to the wonderful things that God is doing on the campus and in the lives of classmates.” college introduced new majors in interdisciplinary studies and his- tory. The additions now give the college twelve majors, eleven con- centrations, and ten tracks at the bachelor’s degree level. Additional options are available through co- operative programs, and others are in the planning stages. gree options, most students who enroll at Rochester College now plan to obtain their bachelor’s degree from us,” stated Dr. Mike Westerfield, provost. “In fact, 39% of the students beginning their

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