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PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE WINTER 2013 The First Maxwell Theology & To the Ends of Scholars 04 Film 11 the Earth 14 PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE • WINTER 2013 president’s message STAFF Editor Lainey S. Cronk, ’04 [email protected] Layout and Design Haley Wesley Prepared for a Full and Successful Life [email protected] Art Director Cliff Rusch, ’80 [email protected] When PUC alumni become proud parents and have made an excellent choice in entrusting their Photographers Brian Kyle, ’04; Allison dress their newborn in a PUC onesie, it is probably young people to PUC. I am confident that stu- Regan, ’15; Haley Wesley not just because they have fond memories of work- dents will benefit from learning in a community Contributors Lauren Armstrong, ’13; ing on the staff of the Campus Chronicle. Years later, that is dedicated to a truly wholistic approach to Herb Ford, ’54; Giovanni Hashimoto, ’15; Larry Peña, ’10; Karen Roth, ’85; Midori when they start handing their teenager every PUC education—the harmonious development of the Yoshimura, ’12; Samantha Angeles, ’13 mailer they can get their hands on, it is most likely physical, mental and spiritual powers. My confi- not just because they met their future spouse in dence is supported each week as I see example after PUC ADMINISTRATION the PUC cafeteria one special day 25 years ago. example of excellence, creativity and service in President Heather J. Knight, Ph.D. and around the classrooms. The Maxwell Scholars Vice President for Academic Administration “These tangible Indeed, the welcoming environment and rich life are just one of these many shining examples. Nancy Lecourt, Ph.D. experiences embraced on the Angwin campus may Vice President for Financial Administration Dave Lawrence, MBA, Ed.D. examples of PUC’s be a compelling part of their wish to send their Other examples from across campus come to mind. Vice President for Asset Management outstanding learning child here. However, I believe that there has to It is a joy to see biology students already putting John Collins, ’70, Ed.D. be more to it than that. In other words, if PUC had their learning to work in ways that serve and bet- Vice President for Student Services experience are what not given those parents a well-rounded, authentic ter the world around them, through internships Lisa Bissell Paulson, Ed.D. learning experience that prepared them for a full ranging from the African Conservation Experi- Vice President for Enrollment Management and make me so proud to and successful life, they would be much less eager ence in South Africa to the U.S. Forest Service in Public Relations 06 PUC: A Family Tradition Jennifer Tyner, M.A. offer that experience to continue a PUC educational legacy. Tahoe National Forest. The English department is Six families share a multi-generational legacy gearing up to celebrate 70 years of departmental CONTACT US to new students — As we enjoy in this issue a conversational journey history this Homecoming Weekend and boasts a Post ViewPoint Editor with multi-generational PUC alumni families, we thriving new A.S. in Film & Theater Studies. The Pacific Union College indeed, to generation are reminded of the academic prowess, spiritual new political studies degree in the history depart- One Angwin Avenue Angwin, CA 94508-9797 Features after generation environment and high quality of education that ment, student research earning top awards at the Departments continues to make PUC a distinctive and superb National Communication Association convention, E-mail 04 The First Four 02 President’s Message of PUC students learning environment. math and science students using cutting-edge [email protected] equipment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Phone (707) 965-6303 Maxwell Scholars prepare to 16 College News who thrive on faith, Fax The high expectations that we emphasize with the 100 percent pass rate by our Angwin campus (707) 965-7101 graduate programs like the Maxwell Scholar Program — nursing program on the recent Nursing Boards…all Alumni Office 18 PUC in Pictures learning, and true (707) 965-7500 and which is so beautifully illustrated by that pro- of these tangible examples of PUC’s outstanding 11 Theology & Film: Two 23 Alumni News excellence.” gram’s participants (see page 4) — are at the heart learning experience are what make me so proud to www.puc.edu/alumni/viewpoint of PUC’s purpose as an institution of Christian offer that experience to new students — indeed, to Passions 28 Vision Statement: ViewPoint, the journal of Leave a Legacy higher education. This emphasis is built firmly on generation after generation of PUC students who Pacific Union College, connects PUC's Sharing a passion for Christian our spiritual foundation, which is the message of thrive on faith, learning, and true excellence. alumni and friends in a community that 29 Back in the Day Christ, His love for us and His place in our lives. celebrates the college's activities and media stories, and supports the continuation 30 The Interview The two constantly go hand-in-hand at PUC, where This, I believe, is what keeps bringing families of its mission into the future. ViewPoint 12 A Message from “Little we ask students to integrate faith and learning in back to PUC and what makes PUC truly a place aims to provide quality features about 31 My ViewPoint the classroom, in their lives while at college, and called home. topics relevant to our community; news about the college and alumni; and means Rock Nine” in their plans for the future. This thoroughly ex- to unite, motivate and inspire. cellent education directly impacts their contribu- Terrance Roberts opens Black tions to our church and to their communities. Produced quarterly by the Pacific Union History Month at PUC College Office of Public Relations for It has truly been an inspiration to see our vibrant Heather J. Knight, Ph.D. the alumni and friends of the college. 13 First Door On the Cover Maxwell Scholars lead the way in this endeavor, President PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE WINTER 2013 Renovating for a warm A young Malcolm demonstrate lives of excellence and hope, and look Maxwell, eager to forward to equally illustrious professional careers welcome go to PUC, tries to and personal lives after they graduate. hitch a ride with big brother Graham. ©2013, Pacific Union College 14 To the Ends of the Earth As I often tell parents of newly enrolled students, Printed in U.S.A. The First Maxwell Theology & To the Ends of Scholars 04 Film 11 the Earth 14 I am so proud to be able to assure them that they A revival in missionary service Volume 36 no. 3 2 ViewPoint | Winter 2013 ViewPoint | Winter 2013 3 field and in the gymnasium. He’s played nearly every in- termural sport at least once, The First Four leading his teams to victory several times. Matthew is also a first-year member of Enac- Maxwell Scholars Prepare to Graduate tus (formerly Students In Free Enterprise), an international Midori Yoshimura club that applies business prin- ciples to projects that improve others’ quality of life. In his work with Enactus, Matthew or many Pacific Union College seniors, Matthew Phelps thrives as part of his team out on continues reaching out to oth- the months just before graduation are the field. ers in a new way: through a F full of “lasts” — the last time they wor- water purification project in ship with friends at vespers, the last time to enjoy all the benefits of the college’s close Nicaragua. they bite into a fresh sandwich at Giugni’s (a community. Entering college, Matthew popular local deli), the last Tuesday-morning The Maxwell Scholar Program was a major remembers that being invited lecture with their favorite teacher. But among factor in her decision to attend PUC. “The pro- to join the Maxwell Scholar Colleen Uechi can often be found in the Campus Chronicle office. this year’s PUC graduates are four “firsts”: Col- gram has helped me reach higher than what Program “gave me some confi- leen Uechi, Dana Yoon, Matthew Phelps and would have been easy, and hold myself to high- dence when I didn’t really know what to expect.” (an icebreaker weekend retreat for freshmen) — Samantha Angeles. Together since 2009, these er standards,” reflects Dana. “It’s made me real- Knowing he was one of just a few students cho- prepared her to lead an SA team known for its students form the first class of Maxwell Schol- ly believe that I am capable of moving on to pro- sen, he thought, “It’s OK, I can handle college, strong teamwork. ars to graduate from PUC. fessional school.” As she juggles the demands I can work through this.” This encouragement Samantha joined a different team last sum- The Maxwell Scholar Program honors Dr. of work, school, and community activities that helped him work hard toward his goal of be- mer, as a pastoral intern at the 2,700-member Malcolm Maxwell and his wife Eileen, and her “higher standards” call for, Dana says that coming an ophthalmologist or a neurologist. La Sierra University Church, the second of two their commitment to Adventist education, by taking a day off, to “give it to God,” has been key. Whether as a resource for the students in church internships. Under the supervision of awarding recipients a $15,000 scholarship After completing her courses in winter 2013, his residence hall, or a skilled teammate at the senior pastor Chris Oberg, eight- to 18-hour for their freshman year — and the opportu- Dana plans to travel and participate in a dental gym, Matthew has added to PUC’s environ- days flew by, as “Pastor Samantha” helped co- nity to renew that scholarship each year.