Mission Accomplished George Fox’S Degree-Completion Program Serves the Needs of Working Adults While Staying True to the University’S Purpose

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VOL. XXXI, NO. 3 JULY 2001 Mission Accomplished George Fox’s degree-completion program serves the needs of working adults while staying true to the University’s purpose

eginning next spring, George Fox University’s degree-completion Bprogram will offer a new major to a new audience: those in the helping pro- fessions. The applied behavioral studies major comes at a time when the University is reassessing the market and asking how it can meet the needs of adult learners. It also comes at a time when questions are being raised as to whether such programs fit the mission of a Christian college. It was 15 years ago when George Fox first established a program to serve nontraditional students. After three years of declining enrollments, budget reduc- tions, and no increases in salaries, then President Edward Stevens made a bold move: Under his leadership, George Fox consulted with National College of Edu- cation, a leader in innovative adult learning programs, and purchased the concept and curriculum for a major in human resources management. “He was looking for opportunities to infuse some growth as well as financial stability for the institution,” explains Andrea Cook, vice president for enrollment services. “It was a new opportunity to serve a broader population.” CHIJO TAKEDA The degree-completion program ful- Beth Smith, a customer service supervisor for Portland General Electric, is among nearly 2,000 students who have earned a college degree through the George Fox degree-completion program. Now enrolled in the University’s filled both goals. After bottoming out at M.B.A. program, she is enthusiastic about her undergraduate experience. “I loved it. It was the best thing I ever did.” 549 students, total enrollment at George Fox grew 28 percent the next year, years was contributing more than Winston, a former affiliate fellow at the issue of the Chronicle of Higher Educa- thanks in large part to the addition of 129 $400,000 toward the University’s 1989- Center for the Study of Religion at tion, Winston warns Christian colleges adult learners. Within three years, the 90 annual budget of $10 million. It now Princeton University. While at the center, that these “cash cows” are “actually program consistently had more than 200 provides a net gain of $200,000 to she studied the impact of such programs more akin to the Trojan horse.” She con- students enrolled. $300,000 annually. on religious colleges and the students cedes programs for nontraditional stu- Financially, the program was prof- It’s the profitable nature of adult- who attend them. dents have helped colleges financially, itable in its second year, and within three learner programs that concerns Diane In an article in the Nov. 20, 2000, allowing them to survive and even thrive, but she charges they also bring “a variety of secularizing trends.” Too often, she writes, Christian col- University Exceeds Campaign Goal leges downplay their faith-based identity Funding is still needed for the Stevens Center construction and Wood-Mar Hall renovation to attract and accommodate adult students. They exchange an education that eorge Fox University has reached its $22 tion of Wood-Mar Hall. The Stevens Center integrates faith and learning for a prag- Gmillion goal for the Legacy Campaign and funding is nearing completion, as is the matic, market-driven curriculum. Worse raised the most money in its history, but the building itself — a dedication is planned for yet, they fail to make a difference in adult celebration can’t start just yet. Sept. 20. Approximately $650,000 remains to students’ beliefs. As Dana Miller, vice president for universi- be raised. She calls it “educational schizophrenia ty advancement, puts it, with about $22.5 mil- Wood-Mar Hall, meanwhile, still needs — a two-tier system, with one component lion in gifts and pledges, “the campaign goal is another $500,000, which Miller expects to unrelated to the core identity.” exceeded but not completed.” raise as he and his staff seek funding for the No one would disagree that George “We’re obviously very pleased and excited engineering program, which will move into the Fox University’s degree-completion pro- about surpassing the $22 million goal; howev- building’s remodeled first and second floors. gram is pragmatic. The first three majors er, we’re still very much focused on completing each priority,” With the Stevens Center, George Fox has until Dec. 31 to it offered all focus on management: as it he says. complete funding for the $7 million building. Hanging in the relates to human resources, organizational The two areas of the campaign that still have a balance balance is a $500,000 challenge grant from the Kresge remaining are construction of the Stevens Center and renova- continued on page 6 continued on page 2 2

Mission: Curriculum, format encourage faith-based discussions continued from page 1 leadership, and incorporating instruction agement and organiza- There’s no attempt to down- They come with a little bit of fear and in information technology. But the pro- tional leadership. The six- trembling, but once they’re in the program also has both a curriculum and a for- week Christian Faith and play the University’s identity to gram, they find it’s a safe environment.” mat that encourages the integration of Thought course, she says, attract or accommodate adult Cole Chatterton, a client account faith and learning. involved reading from manager for the Xerox Corporation in Efforts to ensure the degree-comple- such sources as the Bible learners, says Mark Ocker, Portland, talks about getting “the full tion program fits the University’s mis- and C.S. Lewis, as well as director of the department of package” when he explains why he chose sion began when the curriculum was theological discussions professional studies. “We let the George Fox degree-completion pro- acquired back in 1986. and papers she called her gram. Important to him were the Univer- Unlike other programs that require “most difficult and most our students know right up sity’s national ranking, cutting-edge working adults to finish their degrees by rewarding.” front that we are a Christian major in management and information taking traditional courses at nontradi- “There is so much technology, and religious foundation. tional times, the George Fox degree- interaction between the institution and that we are He remembers a professor telling him, completion program operates on a cohort members throughout the Christians ourselves. We say “If you’re coming to George Fox just to model — the first of its kind in the months, and the courses get a degree and make more money, you region. Students with two to three years are structured to encour- that unashamedly.” might not want to come. If you’re coming of college credit progress through a spe- age dialogue in a manner for a life-learning experience and trans- cific sequence of courses together with which causes us to talk not only about cle. “We let our students know right up formation, then come to George Fox.” the same group of 15 to 20 classmates, how we would implement what we are front that we are a Christian institution “It was the most poignant thing I ever guided by a primary instructor. learning in our management courses, but and that we are Christians ourselves. We heard,” Chatterton says. “That actually Right from the start, the University also why we make the decisions we do,” say that unashamedly.” capsulizes George Fox. They’re not there made the innovative program its own. she says. “This type of dialogue often- Susan McNaught, an assistant profes- to make you rich and famous. They’re “We added courses that were unique to times would lead to discussions which sor of management in the program, agrees. there to make you a better person.” us,” says Cook. “Christian Faith and were very much faith-based.” “They all know this is a Christian While values are important to adult Thought very specifically addresses the Because the course is taught at the end school and that we are serious about it,” learners, students invest their time, effort, Christian faith and how it informs our cul- of the program, she says, “a level of trust she says. “They also find that this is a and finances in a George Fox degree ture and how it informs us as individuals. has been developed between the cohort safe place to explore their faith. I have because of the education they receive. We also added a business ethics course members which makes it possible to help had students dedicate or rededicate their They choose the degree-completion pro- that brings into the classroom the perspec- each other with the difficult task of lives to Christ. I have also had students gram because of the University’s strong tive of Christian ethics in the workplace.” objectively looking at worldviews and who, on the surface, were not touched by academic reputation and — once en- Also added were a handful of Satur- respectfully responding to each other’s our witness. I know that my job is to rolled — find it is well deserved. day seminars that allow the University to personal beliefs.” open the door. God does the rest of the Beth Smith, of Molalla, Ore., a super- give more of a liberal arts component to Those worldviews can be numerous. work, and I have faith in his timing.” visor in customer service for Portland the curriculum and to explore the influ- Mark Ocker, who has taught adult learn- The faith-based nature of the degree- General Electric (PGE) heard from sever- ence of the Friends church. ers at George Fox for three years and will completion program is the reason some al other PGE employees who had gone Robin Ashford, of Dundee, Ore., become the program’s director in August, students choose George Fox University. through the program “how great an edu- graduated in April with a major in man- says he has had cohort groups in which “A lot of our students, although they cation they had received.” She graduated 80 percent of his students had no reli- aren’t Christians, are driven by values,” with a major in management and organi- gious affiliation and little, if any, basic Ocker explains. “They often tell me zational leadership this spring — receiv- LIFE STAFF understanding of the Christian faith. that’s what they see missing in many of ing a promotion while earning her degree Editor Despite that, he says, there’s no temp- our competitors’ programs. They come — and is now enrolled in the University’s Anita Cirulis tation to downplay the University’s iden- because of our values. There seems to be M.B.A. program. Contributing Writers tity to attract or accommodate adult within them an awareness that there’s Blair Cash learners, as Winston alleges in her arti- something possibly missing in their lives. continued on page 5 Anita Cirulis Rob Felton John Fortmeyer Barry Hubbell Photographers Anita Cirulis Kirk Hirota Craig Strong Chijo Takeda Designer Colin Miller The More Things Change . . . George Fox University LIFE (USPS 859- very university seeks to leave a distinctive “brand” on George Fox University. I enjoy talking with and hearing 820) is published four times a year by E its alumni. Faculties spend untold hours discussing from alumni from the various nontraditional programs. George Fox University, 414 North Meridi- what makes their curriculum special. Parents of prospective Eileen Qutub, former Oregon state senator, speaks highly an Street, Newberg, Oregon, 97132- students want to know how this particular university will of her experience in our degree-completion program. 2697, USA. Periodicals postage paid at Newberg, Oregon. Postmaster: Send impact their daughter or son. When institutions change, the Her address at the December address changes to LIFE, George Fox various constituencies want to be assured the institution 2000 commencement ceremony University, 414 N. Meridian St. #6069, they care about will maintain its special character. demonstrated the integration of Newberg, OR 97132-2697. George Fox University has changed a lot over the past her Christian commitment with Please send letters, alumni news, and 15 years. The most obvious change is the institution’s size. her public life. Similarly, I address changes to LIFE, George Fox The student body is more than four times the size it was in received a letter with a contribu- University, 414 N. Meridian St. #6069, 1986. While the size change is obvious, there also have tion from an alumna who told of Newberg, OR 97132-2697. been other changes. We now function in several different the powerful experience she had Phone: 503-554-2126. Use our locations — Portland, Boise, Eugene, and Salem. Other in the George Fox M.A.T. pro- Web site: www.georgefox.edu/alumni, sites are under consideration. The most noticeable change gram where, for the first time, she and click “Staying in Touch.” observed by alumni from the “good old days” is that E-mail: [email protected]. was helped to think about inte- George Fox no longer is a university of only traditional- President grating her faith with her academ- David Brandt GEORGE FOX UNIVERSITY aged undergraduates. Today, approximately 45 percent of ic learning. ADMINISTRATION students are in graduate and nontraditional programs. I could continue with such stories. The method of teach- President Change at George Fox University has brought many ing and learning is not necessarily the same in many of our H. David Brandt positive results. We are more attractive to more students nontraditional programs, but the Christian commitment of Vice President for Financial Affairs because we are able to offer more choices. We have our faculty and the relevance of this commitment to the Donald J. Millage improved the academic quality of the programs we offer, material being taught is very clear in every program. Vice President for Academic Affairs and students have easier access to better technology than It is essential for us to make sure our mission is never Robin E. Baker was available not many years ago. compromised in any program — nontraditional or tradi- Vice President for Enrollment Services But does George Fox University continue to put its dis- tional. From our beginning, our purpose has always been Andrea P. Cook tinctive “stamp” on graduates of all its programs? All the “to demonstrate the meaning of Jesus Christ by offering a Vice President for Advancement positive aspects of change would not be worth it if the spe- caring educational community in which each individual Dana L. Miller cial features of a George Fox education were lost. Is inte- may achieve the highest intellectual and personal growth, Vice President for Student Life gration of the Christian faith with learning evident in all and by participating responsibly in our world’s concerns.” Bradley A. Lau programs? Is it clear to all students that we value all peo- Methods may vary, but our goal remains the same. ple because of our Christian commitment? These distinc- Executive Assistant to the President Barry A. Hubbell tives must not be lost or minimized in any way. Such questions are crucial to the quality of education at 3 The Abominable ‘No’ Man Quick to say no to overspending, vice president for financial affairs Don Millage retires after guiding George Fox through nearly three decades of balanced budgets

early every time chemistry professor Paul Chamberlain came to Nsee Don Millage, he was met at the office door with the same greeting. “No.” The lighthearted welcome became a running joke for those who often came to make budget requests of Millage, George Fox’s 69-year-old vice president for financial affairs. It started the conversa- tion off right, says Millage, who retires this summer with a tightfisted reputation and a remarkable record of nearly three decades of consecutive balanced university budgets. Since leaving Wall Street to take a 40 percent salary cut and the financial responsibilities of a debt-ridden college in 1972, Millage has given George Fox nearly 30 years of fiscal stability. His departure will end a three-decade era that saw George Fox’s budget increase from $1.2 million to $35 million and its student population swell from 443 to 2,630. Under three presidents and two interim presidents, Millage applied his dry wit, tireless devotion, and intense passion to keeping hundreds of employees

from spending more money than the Uni- CHIJO TAKEDA versity possessed. He has been described Vowing that it would be his last day to wear a jacket and tie, Don Millage prepares to leave the desk he bought him- as the backbone of the University, but his self and used for 30 years. Described as “the backbone of the University,” Millage leaves a legacy of no-nonsense penchant for denying budget requests led fiscal responsibility that has enabled George Fox to survive difficult economic times. him to come up with a self-composed nickname: The Abominable “No” Man. classes, he volunteered for the Army. The military sent came a couple years later when lumberman James Saying “no” came naturally to Millage, he says. “I him into the Korean conflict, where he saw limited Miller donated $650,000 to the school. The donation learned it young and practiced it often.” Born during the action in a heavy artillery unit during the six months eliminated the college’s unpaid bills, paid for much- Depression to an itinerant carpenter, Millage spent his before the armistice. “It was an interesting time,” he needed building repairs, and provided the start of a cap- teen years in the southern Oregon town of Talent. “We says. “Not one I’d want to duplicate.” ital campaign that eventually built Ross Center and never had much in those years. I grew up frugal. It was Following his discharge from the Army in 1953, he Wheeler Sports Center. easy to say no to things that seemed like luxuries to me, began weekend trips to Newberg to see his high school His lowest career moments came during the eco- because I never had it.” sweetheart, Virginia Peters, then a student at George nomic recession in the late ’70s and early ’80s. His fru- Five-foot-nine and silver-haired, Millage could stare Fox. In 1954, she received her teaching diploma, and gality became legendary. A tear in the business office through his glasses and inspire fear. they were married the next day. rug was patched with duct tape. Low-set thermostats Clyde Thomas, director of plant services, recalls the During their years at George Fox, Virginia made the inspired shivering secretaries to wear open-fingered first time he reported to Millage, he brought his office Millage home a hospitable location for office gatherings gloves even when typing. One secretary even thought it manager — for moral support. and a haven for those in need. Their basement was fre- necessary to use up all the adding machine tape, reverse “I was feared far more than I should have been,” says quently occupied by stranded students, new faculty, and it, and run it through the other way. Half the bulbs in Millage. “When people got to know me, they weren’t visiting guest speakers. When cancer claimed her life in Wood-Mar light fixtures were removed to cut power afraid of me. But I may have seemed somewhat aloof 1992, the Virginia Millage Memorial Rose Garden was costs. and cold.” planted to bloom in her honor at the center of campus. Bell remembers convincing Millage to replace his Dave Kelley, assistant vice president for finance, has In 1954, Millage enrolled at the University of Ore- tattered office chair in the mid-1990s — the same chair worked for Millage for eight years and has seen his soft- gon. He recalled an accounting course at Southern Ore- he bought with his own money when he arrived on cam- er side. “He cared for his staff not by what he said, but gon that he had enjoyed taking. “I thought maybe I’d be pus. He used the same desk and credenza throughout his by taking up the slack,” says Kelly. “He wasn’t quick to a better accountant than an engineer.” University career. (offer pleasantries) — that’s not his personality — but After Millage earned his degree in business adminis- Even away from work, Millage spends hours crunch- he showed he cared.” tration, he became a CPA with Price Waterhouse in ing numbers on his home computer. Until eight years “When he was working, he was pretty serious,” says Portland. His career took him to San Francisco and later ago, he was treasurer of Newberg Friends Church, and Karon Bell, assistant vice president for administration, to New York as national director of professional devel- until 1999 he managed the Friends’ pastors pension “But on break, he would be funny. Few people saw opment. funds. Now he manages nearly 100 charitable trusts for that.” In his 16th year with Price Waterhouse, he received a the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends and George Millage’s humor also surfaced when reporting at late-night recruiting call from then George Fox Presi- Fox. board meetings and year-end campus meetings. Audi- dent David LeShana. George Fox needed a business Retiring with Millage is the elaborate Excel spread- ences would roar at the witty commentary he weaved manager. sheet budgeting system that he created on his Macintosh into the budget numbers. “My immediate response was ‘no way,’” says Mill- in the late ’80s. The mammoth document takes up 700 While at George Fox, Millage has also been an active age, who was 39. But he and his wife began to consid- megabytes, enough to fill up almost 500 floppy disks. early-morning racquetball player. He occasionally er it. They had hoped Don might work at George Fox “When I tell people we’ve been managing a $35 mil- attends Portland Trail Blazer games and holds Universi- eventually, and the idea of returning to the West Coast lion budget entirely on spreadsheets, they nearly fall off ty of Oregon football season tickets. He has been a fix- attracted them. their chairs,” he says. ture at George Fox men’s basketball games since the “We finally decided, ‘Why wait for retirement?’” he Coinciding with his retirement, the University is pur- mid-1970s, serving as volunteer scorekeeper. says. chasing a management software system and hiring Mike “I always knew when it was a game night,” says Bell, Taking the post meant a salary drop from $30,000 to Goins to assume the post being vacated by Millage. “because it was the only time he’d get out of the office $18,000. When he arrived, in January of 1972, he Goins has held similar positions at Whitworth College, on time.” bought his own desk, credenza, and chair as a donation University of the Pacific, and West Virginia Wesleyan Sports have been a lifelong passion for Millage. He to the college. University. quarterbacked his Talent high school football team, He soon found a cardboard box filled with $50,000 Millage’s spreadsheets and determination helped played second base on the baseball diamond, and came in overdue bills. “I didn’t expect to have to spend the steer George Fox through difficult financial times that off the bench as a basketball guard. In track, he ran the first six months talking to irate creditors,” he says. Mill- starved to death two of Oregon’s Christian colleges. dashes and set a state record for small-sized schools by age established department budgets that employees Throughout, his philosophy has been simple: “Balanced 5 leaping 20-feet-3 ⁄8 inches in the long jump. could depend on and began delivering the first of many budgets should be a way of life. I hope I’ve laid a foun- After high school, Millage enrolled as a pre-engi- “nos.” He brought fiscal discipline to the small campus dation — in philosophy and reality — that gives the neering major at what is now Southern Oregon Univer- and put the College in the black his first year. University the ability to grow and thrive.” sity. Uncertain of his career goals after two years of Millage says his highest career moment probably — Rob Felton 4 Tops In Teaching Kathleen Gathercoal and Michele Johnson receive the 2001 teaching awards

or the first time, two awards have Michele Johnson, associate professor of busi- been presented to George Fox ness, below, says she tries to avoid set lectures, University faculty members for coming to class with a plan that “lets me move in F many directions.” Among the unusual teaching excellence in teaching. methods she uses are Monopoly games with Added this year to the traditional Fac- extras like account statements and balance ulty Achievement Award for Undergrad- sheets, making pizzas as a way of showing how to determine product costs, and making paper uate Teaching is a new award for gradu- quilts as a business-viability exercise. ate teaching. The doubling of awards acknowledges George Fox’s growth, with more programs serving a wider range of academic needs. The two winners share in an award- winning passion to help students reach their potential. Winning the undergraduate teaching citation is Michele Johnson, associate professor of business. Receiv- ing the first graduate teaching award is “I see graduate stu- Kathleen Kleiner Gathercoal, associate dents as junior col- professor of psychology. leagues,” says Kathleen Gathercoal, above left, The honors were announced at the associate professor of annual academic awards chapel, during psychology and direc- which Gathercoal and Johnson each tor of research for the received a $2,500 award. Recipients of Graduate School of Clinical Psychology. the annual honors are chosen by a panel “They have experiences of faculty and students. I don’t have. Part of what I try to do is be athercoal joined the George Fox available, sort of as an expert in my field, to Gfaculty in 1993. She previously provide the framework taught at Indiana University-Purdue Uni- within which they can versity at Indianapolis. She completed place their experiences.”

her undergraduate work at Franklin & CHIJO TAKEDA Marshall College in Lancaster, Pa., then earned both master’s and doctoral “Everyone I know really loves her,” of Sioux Falls (S.D.), where she had panies in the United States. Because of degrees in development psychology at says Rachele Floyd, who also earned a taught for 11 years — receiving that her efforts, 11 of 15 graduates in the Case Western Reserve University in master’s degree in psychology at George school’s top teaching award in 1987 — George Fox program have secured jobs Cleveland, Ohio. Fox and is now in the doctoral program. and where her husband had served as with the nation’s “Big 5” firms. Among her areas of expertise are per- “In class, she’s very open to taking any president for nine years. She earlier Fendall said those who nominated ception and memory, face perception and kind of suggestions that people have. taught for 10 years in public schools in Johnson noted that she has high expecta- recognition, mental retardation, vision She’s also very frank in telling us that California and South Carolina. tions of her students, but that she also development in infants, and Quaker she’s not an expert in everything. She’s Johnson earned a bachelor of arts helps them to meet those standards; that (Friends) higher education. more of a research psychologist, so degree in special education at Wayne she has been “innovative, dedicated, and Robin Baker, vice president for she’ll ask us questions about the more State University in Detroit, Mich., then creative” in her teaching methods; that academic affairs, announced Gather- clinical aspects.” earned a master of business administra- she has served with excellence as a coal’s award. “She’s very, very genuine,” says Lieb- tion degree at the University of South department chair; and that her office is “The students who nominated Kath- scher. “There’s not an arrogant bone in Dakota. She is a member of the Ameri- “always open” to students. leen emphasized her thoroughness and her body, but she’s very confident in what can Institute of Certified Public Accoun- Julie Lockwood, a senior who is in an attention to detail, and particularly her she is good at. There’s a humility there tants and the American CPA Society. internship this summer with the national openness to students,” said Baker. that deeply impacted my development.” Lon Fendall, dean of undergraduate accounting firm of Deloitte and Touche, “She cares. She really does,” says studies, announced Johnson’s award and is among the students who have benefit- Brandy Liebscher, who earned bache- ohnson joined the George Fox faculty described her as a “wonderful colleague ed from Johnson’s direct efforts to pro- lor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in Jin 1997, at the same time her husband, and great friend to students.” mote the George Fox program. psychology at George Fox. She has Tom, became dean of the University’s He said Johnson’s leadership in the “Michele is invaluable,” says Lock- known Gathercoal for seven years and seminary and also began serving for a University’s accounting program has wood. “I truly believe that without her has long been impressed by her profes- year as George Fox’s interim president. helped George Fox attract the attention dedicated and continuous effort, it would sor’s desire to help students succeed. The Johnsons came from the University of some of the biggest accounting com- be a great loss to George Fox. Her value is not only as a professor and administrator, but also as a listening ear. She’s Christian Conference Center for 20 years, and always willing to help students who are Powers Receives Howard Named has given dozens of recitals at churches and struggling, be that in accounting or life in Research Award Professor Emeritus other settings. He also has directed George general.” Fox’s Handbell Ringers since 1988, and has Johnson says her classroom approach on Powers, professor of biology at George avid Howard has long considered music chaired the overall music program since 1997. is probably influenced by the years she Fox and a nationally recognized expert on performance and composition a way to For Howard, the words music and ministry D D spent as a special education teacher. birds, is recipient of the University’s first Faculty reflect God’s creative nature. are closely linked. Researcher Award. “There is a way in which you can throw any- “I’ve always felt from my boyhood that I was “I teach by trying to ‘read’ the eyes of The new award was announced during thing together and make it work, or a way that called to a ministry,” he says. “Worship per- students,” she says. “When I have a George Fox’s spring commencement. Powers takes utmost patience and skill and would fash- formance has been my greatest joy.” group in front of me, I’m constantly received a $2,500 check — the same amount ion it in a way that God has gifted us to do,” he “He is a real gifted individual,” said Glenn aware of those who are ‘with me’ and given annually to recipients of George Fox’s said. “Then it’s something of beauty.” Ludtke, K-12 performing arts specialist for Port- those who are not. I’m always circulating Faculty Achievement Award for excellence in That philosophy has motivated Howard land Public Schools and a 1971 George Fox around them and trying to bring them teaching. While the award is a similar recogni- throughout a long teaching career at George music graduate. “The thing I’ve liked about back. I ask specific questions. Or I’ll do tion of high-quality work, it focuses attention on Fox University that ended with his retirement Dave is not only his abilities and expertise in something totally different, like breaking a faculty’s member’s research efforts. Selected this summer. The University’s board of trustees performance, but how he has demonstrated into song.” by the Faculty Development Committee, the awarded Howard the lifetime title of professor that performance through the music theory and “I try to let them learn in a way that emeritus of music. award notes significant contribution to a profes- other classes he taught. There was a direct fits their learning style. Some like to hear sor’s field during the past academic year. Howard joined George Fox’s faculty in 1968 relationship to what you were learning and how In Powers’ case, the award notes his record after several years teaching at his alma mater, it should be applied. There aren’t a lot of teach- it, some like to touch it, some like to see of research and publishing in the field of Simpson College in California. ers who could do that.” things. I try to do all those things in a ornithology specifically related to the physiology Besides teaching, Howard’s most visible In retirement, Howard will continue to pursue class period.” of hummingbirds. Powers also authored two ongoing role has been as University organist. He his calling. He plays organ for a McMinnville “You’re never bored,” says Lock- chapters for Birds of North America, the chief played organ dedication concerts in both Wood- church, has published two compositions for wood. “You really feel like it’s worth research resource in ornithology. Mar and Bauman auditoriums, initiated George orchestra and a book of settings for piano, and your time, with Michele’s classes. If you Powers, who lives on Hummingbird Court in Fox’s organ recital series, has been organist and is preparing a dozen handbell settings or com- miss a class, you miss a lot.” Newberg, started at George Fox in 1989. pianist for family conferences at Cannon Beach positions for publication. — John Fortmeyer 5 Lending a Hand Alumni connect with students to help with transitions from college life to the working world

our career. Best decision you ever made? A good idea at the Ytime, but now not so sure? What do you wish you had been told before making the choice? That’s the concept behind Dinner for Eight, a new program developed by George Fox’s Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Council. The program asks George Fox alumni to share their acquired professional experience with the soon-to-be alumni, letting them know the “real world” experience as career and life choices are being made. Thirty-two individuals, couples, and families this spring hosted 86 students in the program that matches alumni in the region with seniors. Alumni volunteer to share their lives and careers with as many as eight students, while hosting them for a casual dinner in their homes. It provides undergraduates with an opportunity to connect with George Fox alumni and talk — or dream — about possible careers. Dinners were held three Tuesdays in March. “People just loved it, “ says Chelsea Philips, a freshman from Wilsonville, Ore., who joined three others in a dinner CRAIG STRONG Dr. Tim Janzen, center, and his family hosted seven students for dinner and discussion. The students and the hosted by 1940 alumna Virginia Hea- Janzens talked about what it is like to be a family-practice physician — or the spouse of one. cock Helm at her home near Gresham. Philips hopes the program expands. “We become a doctor,” says Tim Janzen, who — not only his being in surgery, but also Christian students need to understand should try next year to have a bigger graduated with a chemistry degree from his training of residents. I got to hear that you can integrate your Christianity variety of majors represented, so that George Fox in 1983 before going on to what his family life was like, his values. in your worldview and in your work- people from all different interest groups medical school at Oregon Health Sci- He’s a neat Christian man and talks about place, and that they should make a dif- have a place to go.” ences University. how he works his values into his practice. ference.” Scott Box, assistant director of alumni “I thought the evening was wonder- He’s a great person to model after. We The experience, Breithaupt says, con- and parent relations and a 1999 George ful,” says Rachel Janzen, who said she had a lot of good talks.” firmed her career choice. Fox graduate, helped establish the pro- enjoyed answering questions about what For his part, Haisch said, “I think that — John Fortmeyer gram. He said students can go “to an it is like to be married to a busy physi- alum’s house and get — not just great cian. “I think a spouse who understands food and great relationships — but also the other spouse’s career is a tremendous Mission: Students tell of program’s career connections and guidance and an asset,” she says. opportunity to just dream.” Careers represented in the debut Din- effectiveness and practicality Philips has been leaning toward a ner for Eight program were financial continued from page 2 Christian ministries major, and that incli- planning and investment sales, biology, nation is strong now that she has heard business, teaching, public administra- “I loved it,” she says of her under- Stan Houghton calls his time as a Helm’s tales of short-term missions work tion, missions work, nursing, economics, graduate experience at George Fox. “It George Fox student a life-changing on most of the world’s continents. social work, computer engineering, psy- was the best thing I ever did. I would experience. “It helped me to under- “At the end of the evening, she (Helm) chology, church pastoral work, drama, go to class and learn all these new stand my strengths and where I really got all our names and signed up a day video production, marketing, politics, things, and then I could go to work and wanted to spend the rest of my life each month for us to pray for her and for and higher education. apply them the next day — everything career-wise,” says the 1997 graduate her to pray for us, so we all could be Through a similar but different from group dynamics to budgeting and who now teaches in the program that prayer warriors,” says Philips. “I thought matching of alumni and students, finance. Everything is applicable as a helped him get his degree. that was cool.” George Fox senior Carrie Breithaupt, supervisor.” Such testimonials are gratifying to Trisha Byrd, a prenursing major from a biology major from Portland who Smith is not alone in entering grad- Ocker, the program’s new director. Tillamook, Ore., and executive chair of wants to go to medical school, spent sev- uate school. Estimates are that one- Having been an adult learner himself the Student Alumni Council, helped eral days with Dr. Carl Haisch, in his third of the University’s degree-com- — and with a widely varied profes- organize the Dinner for Eight program. work in Greenville, N.C. pletion students continue their educa- sional background — he identifies She took part in two of them, both ori- Haisch, who earned a bachelor of tion. The program’s retention rate is strongly with his students and feels a ented toward careers in nursing or fields science degree in biology from George nearly 95 percent. “burning passion” for adult education. related to medicine. Those dinners were Fox in 1969 and later graduated from She’s also not alone in her enthusi- “I have the opportunity to meld hosted by 1994 biology graduate Gloria the University of Washington Medical asm for the degree-completion pro- experience and theory in the experien- Krueger, Newberg, and by 1998 biology School, is director of surgical im- gram. David Nansen, a 1999 graduate tial learning process,” he says. “That’s graduate Amy Gillett, of Wilsonville, munology and transplantation at the and associate vice president of invest- another exciting thing — to watch the Ore., and her husband, Kenny, who also Brody School of Medicine at East Car- ments for Prudential Securities in light bulb go on.” is a 1998 graduate and serves on George olina University. Portland, talks about the benefits of a Facilitating that learning process is Fox’s Alumni Board. The match-up allowed Breithaupt to program in which instruction comes what motivates all George Fox Univer- Both Krueger and Amy Gillette pur- observe a specialized surgical procedure not only from the curriculum but from sity faculty, whether they teach in the sued careers in nursing. at Haisch’s invitation. About a year ago, the learning experiences of classmates degree-completion, undergraduate, “The dinners were incredible for a Haisch visited George Fox as a guest lec- “in the real world dealing with real graduate, or seminary programs. first-time program,” says Byrd. “They ture in a class taught by Dwight Kimber- issues.” As McNaught explains, “We can answered our questions very well. We ly, associate professor of biology. Randy Merrill, a 1999 Hillsboro, take pride in the approach we take to all were so blessed. We felt right at home.” Noting that many students need pro- Ore., graduate who is a logistics man- of our students — the young, tradition- Dr. Tim and Rachel Janzen of Port- fessional mentors, Kimberly asked ager for IBM, describes the program al students still being formed and the land and their four children hosted seven Haisch if he might be able to host a stu- as a stepping-stone in life. “In today’s older, nontraditional students who students in their home. Students heard dent, letting the student shadow him dur- world, we all need to be as flexible as bring more complex life experiences from them what it is like to be a family- ing his surgeries and patient care. Haisch possible in our career choices.” For with them. The issue is not that a school practice physician or the spouse of one. liked the idea, and Breithaupt not only completing his college degree as a serves two entirely different popula- “Hopefully the students came away made the professional visit but enjoyed a working adult, he says, “this is tions. The issue is that we, as an institu- from our time together with a better four-day stay with Haisch and his wife, absolutely the best approach to getting tion, stay focused on our mission.” understanding of the rigors, stresses, and Luella, a 1968 George Fox graduate. in there and getting it done.” — Anita Cirulis rewards of medical practice, as well as “It was just fascinating,” Breithaupt the training involved in preparing to says. “I got to see every aspect of his life 6 Classic Bruins George Fox University inducts the class of 1951 into the new group

embers of the class of 1951 were the first to demic regalia, they led the procession of graduates and be inducted into the Classic Bruins, a new were honored during the ceremony. M program established by the Alumni Relations Reunion festivities began Friday evening with a no- Office for all alumni who have celebrated their 50- host dinner. Saturday’s events started with breakfast, year reunion. followed by a campus tour, reception, and banquet, and Instead of meeting during homecoming, the 19 concluded with the commencement ceremony. Class reunion participants gathered commencement weekend members also contributed to a memory book that was Campaign: Goal Reached so they could participate in graduation. Wearing aca- given to each alum during the banquet. But Funds Still Needed continued from page 1 Foundation, which the University will receive only if it is successful in raising the remainder needed. “We’re confident we can reach our goals for both the Stevens Center and Wood-Mar,” Miller says, “but that will happen only if persons who haven’t yet made a commitment to the campaign do so by the end of the year.” Miller points to the many outcomes of the campaign as reasons to give. Some are tangible: a greatly increased endow- ment for scholarships and faculty development; a new, 40,000-square-foot building that will have a major impact on campus; improved information technology systems to better serve students and employees. Some are intangible: an expanded donor base; better informed constituencies; a reminder of God’s faithfulness. “It’s not just about having goals met,” Miller says. “It’s about having a change on campus. That’s where we stop short sometimes. We look at

the money and say it’s just money, but it’s not. It’s CIRULIS ANITA about the things that happen at George Fox Uni- Attending their 50-year reunion at George Fox University April 28 were (front row, from left) Everett versity that wouldn’t if it weren’t for reaching Clarkson, Caroline Engle, Louise (Ralphs) Fivecoat, Margaret (Goldenstein) Whittlesey, Margaret (Dickson) Magee, Martha (Lemmons) Puckett, Norma (Dillon) Beebe Piersall, (second row) Lloyd Lyda, these campaign goals.” Glen Mills, Wilma (Harris) Magee, Margaret (Shattuck) Lemmons, June (Knobel) May, (back row) Earl Barnum, Gene Hockett, Bill DeLapp, Harold Magee, Hal May, Roy Lawrence, and Wayne Piersall.

Volunteers Wanted Death Claims Two Board Members for Serve Day ore than six decades of leadership with the C.W. Perry, a board member for 22 years, died lumni and parents are invited to join George Fox MGeorge Fox board of trustees has ended with suddenly Oct. 25, 2000, of an apparent heart attack Astudents and employees for the University’s third the death of two longtime board members. at the age of 66 while playing basketball. He was annual Serve Day on Wednesday, Sept. 5. Ivan Adams, believed to have served on the elected to the board in 1978 and served most of his Last year, members of the GFU community served at University’s board longer than any other member, years as a member of the Student Life Committee. more than 50 locations in the Newberg and greater Port- died Feb. 4, 2001, in Newberg at the age of 86. He Perry was founder and, for 37 years, senior pas- land areas. This year organizers hope to provide work- had been associated with the board for 42 years, tor of the Rose Drive Friends Church in Yorba ers to even more sites for a variety of tasks, including from his election in 1947 until his resignation in Linda, Calif. He founded the church in a home, painting, cleaning, ditch digging, and yard work. 1989, and had continued as an honorary board with about 40 people at the first service. Today the The day will begin with a kickoff event and commis- member until his death. He was board chair from church has six buildings with more than 2,000 sion by President David Brandt — along with a conti- 1950 to 1969. parishioners. nental breakfast — on the campus quad. From there Adams was with First National Bank in Port- In addition to his service on the George Fox participants will join serve site groups and depart to land for 39 years, retiring in 1976. At the time of board, Perry gave leadership to Missionary Avia- their destinations, where they will spend the day serving his resignation from the George Fox board, he tion Fellowship, Dynacom, and Placentia Linda in the community. At the end of the day, Serve Day par- noted he had served with 138 different trustees Hospital in California. He spoke for numerous ticipants will return to campus for a celebration dinner and, at an average of three hours each meeting, conferences in the United States and worldwide. and recreational activities. devoted 1,230 hours (more than 30 40-hour weeks) One of his last ministries was to serve as pastor to If you are unable to take part, please pray for Serve to board sessions, in addition to various other the George Fox board at a retreat just weeks before Day. For those interested in volunteering, call Missy duties as chair. his death. Terry at 503-554-2140.

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Phyllis (George) Kirkwood (G59) has been mont and 70 employees in the company’s Marty Groff (G98) and Sarah Mast (G99), Monica (Robles) (G93) and Jerry Myers, a named Substitute Teacher of the Year by the Georgia facility. Nov. 18, 2000, in Newberg. girl, Isabella Marie, March 6, 2001, in Port- Oregon Substitute Teachers Association. Holly (Rice) Dunn (G96) received a master Jeanne Bellamy (G99) and Christopher land. Ron Freshour (n62) has retired with the of science degree as a physician assistant Wood (G99), March 25, 2000, in Beaverton, Christy (Matsumura) (G93) and Jeff rank of captain after 27 years as a law June 2, 2001, from Midwestern University, Ore. (G95) Nelson, a girl, Leila Mae, Jan. 14, enforcement officer with the Marion County Downers Grove, Ill. Rebecca Bunfill (G99) and David Erickson, 2001, in Denver, Colo. Sheriff’s Office, Salem, Ore. He has started a Steven Dunn (G96) received a master of arts Nov. 25, 2000, in Tualatin, Ore. Tom (G93) and Marlyss (Stenberg) (G93) second career as security coordinator with degree in psychology, mental health ministry Springer, a girl, Savannah Leigh Ann, the Salem Area Transit District. Pete Macy (G99) and Linsey Inscho May 5, 2001, from Wheaton College, (G00), May 12, 2001, in Newberg. March 4, 2001, in Clackamas, Ore. Dave Greenwald (G71) teaches science at Wheaton, Ill. Cassy (Dunther) (G94) and Chad Hedberg, Mendez Fundamental Intermediate School, Shawn Meyer (n99) and Meghan Edwards, Diane Marr (G96) starred as Emily Arden in Oct. 1, 2000, in Portland. a girl, Madeline Diane, June 14, 2000, in Orange, Calif. the Walla Walla (Wash.) Community College Salem, Ore. Harry Selby (G71) is completing his 10th Foundation production of State Fair. The Trevor Hurley (G00) and Ronda McCoy, May 19, 2001, in Rickreall, Ore. Pete (G94) and Amy (Richards) (G94) year of teaching at Project CDA (Creating semiprofessional production benefited a Rusaw, a girl, Linnaea Grace, Nov. 1, 2000, Dropout Alternatives), an alternative educa- scholarship program for the college’s students. Lindsey Hutchison (MAT00) and Kevin in Hillsboro, Ore. tion program in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He is Wuepper, July 29, 2000, in Portland. Jacob Coleman (G97) is team leader at the Andrea (Hilchey) (G94) and Allan building a physical education program at the Capital Group, Brea, Calif. His wife, Dawn Jamie Johnson (G00) and Erin Oates school for seventh through 12th grades that Williams, a boy, Matthew Charles, April 12, (Napier) Coleman (G98) is children’s minis- (G01), May 12, 2001, in Arroyo Grande, 2001, in Portland. will include weightlifting and conditioning, ter with University Praise, Fullerton, Calif. Calif. sports, and physical education classes. Trey (G95) and Stephanie (Sabin) (n97) Daichi Jinbo (G97) received a master’s Britton Lacy (G00) and Michelle Walter Bob Boyd (G72) is vice president for con- Doty, a boy, Drew Garrett, Oct. 9, 2000, in degree in intercultural studies May 25, 2001, (G01), July 15, 2000, in Portland. Portland. struction services for Sanwa Bank, Los from Biola University, La Mirada, Calif. Angeles, Calif. He has been employed by the Matt Magee (G00) and Kendra Charles Dan (G95) and Diana (Remmick) (G96) bank for 16 years. Josie Smith (G98) is marketing director at (G01), May 26, 2001, in Portland. Groom, a girl, Mary Esther, Nov. 23, 2000, The Village at Corte Madera, a shopping mall Darlene Sackett (G00) and Jonathan Tabor, in Ontario, Ore. Stuart Willcuts (G72) is chief executive in Corte Madera, Calif. officer of AirServ International, a Christian April 28, 2001, in Portland. Stephanie (Denton) (G96) and Mark Mehl, organization that works in disaster relief situ- Stacy Wade (G98) received a master of edu- Jeff Votaw (G01) and Marian Stevens a boy, Warner Kingsley, Jan. 9, 2001, in Port- ations by providing support services in air cation degree in college student affairs in (n02), Aug. 5, 2000, in Newberg. land. May 2000 from Azusa Pacific University. transport, air and ground logistics, communi- Casey (Waits) (G97) and Mike Mayben, a cations, and other inputs. AirServ operates in Bethany Sonerholm (G99) was crowned girl, Mia Lyn, Oct. 30, 2000, in Medford, Africa and the former Soviet Union. Miss Multnomah County in the local Miss Ore. Steve Fellows (G76) is administrator at San Oregon pageant March 18, 2001. She will BIRTHS compete for the state title in July at Seaside, Cambria (Tetzlaff) (G97) and Brian Rollo, Gabriel Valley (Calif.) Medical Center. He Michelle (Downing) (G89) and Dave Barn- Ore. a girl, Maille Renee, April 7, 2001, in previously was senior vice president and hart, a girl, Laura Deborah, Feb. 5, 2001, in Bellingham, Wash. chief operating officer at Glendale (Calif.) Michelle (Snyder) Welton (G99) and her Portland. Memorial Hospital. husband, Brent, are working at Double K Melanie (Papworth) (G99) and Peter Shana (Longstroth) (G89) and Daryl Christian Retreat Center, located in central Mead, a girl, Hannah Grace, March 2, 2001, John Helbling (G76) is part of California Grunau, a girl, Sarah Elizabeth, March 22, Washington. Their duties include planning in Bristol, England. case law. He testified in People v. Martinez, a 2001, in Los Alamos, N.M. Three Strikes case that was appealed and and directing a summer adventure camp for Jeffrey (G00) and Liana Potter,a boy, Andy (G89) and Kim (Nolen) (G89) later affirmed by the California Supreme junior- and senior-high youth. Joshua Elliott, May 2, 2001, in Portland. LaVeine, a girl, Hannah Nicole, Oct. 23, Court. John has served for the last 11 years as Lupe Dobbs (GFES00) is a minister with the Katy (Wonders) (G00) and Mike (G00) 2000, in Portland. a paralegal in the district attorney’s office, Assemblies of God churches and is currently Presnell, a girl, Michaela Anne, Oct. 3, Los Angeles County, Norwalk, Calif. planting a new church, Maranatha Assembly April (Thorne) (n89) and Mark Simpson, a 2000, in Tigard, Ore. boy, Landon Emmett, March 28, 2000, in Karen (White) Combs (G77) is the clearing- of God, in Springfield, Ore. She is also Tualatin, Ore. house coordinator for Love in the Name of employed full time as the housing coordina- Christ, Corvallis, Ore. A part of World tor for Willamette Family Treatment Ser- Carla (Stevens) (G90) and Tony Jetton, a Vision, Love INC connects volunteers from vices, Eugene, Ore., where she works with boy, Jeron Anthony, May 25, 2001, in Chan- DEATHS individuals and families recovering from sub- local churches with people in need. Karen’s dler, Ariz. Jeron is the grandson of Linda and Velda (Livingston) Sweet (G29), May 13, stance abuse. duties include coordinating the volunteers the late George Fox President Edward 2001, in McMinnville, Ore. from over a dozen churches. Erin McKinney (G00) returned from teach- Stevens. Wally Delano (n55), Jan. 2, 2001, in Battle- ing in Wuhan, China, at the end of January Simon Chou (GFES78) is pastor of Evan- Paul (G91) and Maureen Huizinga, a girl, ground, Wash. gelical Chinese Church, Seattle, Wash. The and is software implementation clerk/admin- Sara Grace, Jan. 14, 2001, in Richmond, Va. Jerry Vaughan (DPS90), Dec. 20, 2000, in church has been named one of America’s 300 istrator at George Fox University. Heather (Campbell) (G91) and Matt (G92) Silverton, Ore. outstanding Protestant churches in a nation- Jason Schilperoot (G00) is branch manag- Milligan, a boy, Joshua Daniel, Feb. 19, wide study conducted at the University of er of Vector Marketing’s Beaverton (Ore.) 2001, in Tualatin, Ore. David DeGraw (DPS93), Oct. 20, 2000, in North Carolina. office. Vector is the marketer of Cutco cut- Vancouver, Wash. Brian (G92) and Annette (Greenwood) lery, manufacturer of kitchen cutlery and Gaylyn Smith (n79) has been a pharmacist (G93) Dexter, a girl, Kristen Elizabeth, Feb. Thomas Millan (MAT95), July 31, 2000, in accessories. for the past 15 years for Bob’s Rexall Phar- 5, 2000, in Portland. Beaverton, Ore. macy, Seal Beach, Calif. Julie Smith (G01) is marketing administra- Kevin (G93) and Kimberly (Cain) (G95) Marcia Stout (DPS96), May 8, 2001, in tive assistant at Northwest Medical Teams, John Wafula (G82) is circulation business Dougherty, a girl, Aidan Grace, Feb. 21, Hillsboro, Ore. Portland. analyst for the New York Daily News. 2001, in Lafayette, Ind. Jay Hadley (G90) is assistant director at Dickson Valley Camp & Retreat Center, a Christian camp in Newark, Ill. MARRIAGES Tomye (Jeffrey) Fries (G91) is a computer- Denise Darnell (G85, GFES99) and Kurtis aided drafter and administrative assistant at Bring a blanket … the Frisbee … Amend, Sept. 16, 2000, in Salem, Ore. Finishing Technologies Inc., Portland. Family Weekend the spouse ... a friend … the kids … Becky Drapela (n85) and Scott Lindsley, Matthew Johnson (PsyD94) lives in and the memories … March 31, 2001, in Vancouver, Wash. Grants Pass, Ore., where he has a private for parents and families of to George Fox University’s third annual practice in clinical psychology working with Christine Smith (n88) and Michael George Fox University children, adolescents, adults, couples, and Cartwright, July 29, 2000, in Cleburne, young alumni families. He is the author of MOTHER Rules: Texas. students Positive Parenting with a Plan, and has Paul Brown (G89) and Karen Shadrick, taught the MOTHER Rules parenting system March 10, 2001, in Salem, Ore. summer at churches, schools, and the Oregon Psycho- Tomye Jeffrey (G91) and Mark Fries, Feb. November 2–4, 2001 logical Association’s 2001 spring conference. 10, 2001, in Portland. reunion Marsha (Utley) Lewis (DPS94) is the Tammy Baker (G92) and Douglas Higgins, Look for the brochure and human resource manager for Hy-Lite Prod- August 4, 2001, 4 to 10 p.m. June 2, 2000, in Salem, Ore. ucts Inc., a manufacturer of block windows in registration form in the For all who attended George Fox Beaumont, Calif. She oversees the HR Lisa Pedrojetti (n95) and Richard Hutchins, University between 1991 and 2001. responsibilities for 81 employees in Beau- June 16, 2000, in Jacksonville, Ore. mail this fall. Centennial Tower lawn, Newberg campus Alex Walker (n96) and Jacquiline MacMil- lan, Nov. 11, 2000, in Montreal, Calif. No cover charge Key Meagan Williams (G96) and Aaron Boze- Buy your own picnic dinner from us G Traditional graduate man, Sept. 23, 2000, in Newberg. or bring your own. Either way, we’ll n Traditional non-graduate provide your lemonade and ice cream DPS Department of Professional Studies graduate Christina Stenstadvold (G97) and Steven free of charge. (MHR, MOL, and MBIS majors) Johnson, Jan. 27, 2001, in Oregon City, Ore. Free child care with advance registration. GFES Seminary graduate Galena Bowie (G98) and Ken Smith, July 9, PsyD Clinical Psychology graduate 2000, in Gresham, Ore. To R.S.V.P.,e-mail [email protected] MAT Master’s in Teaching graduate Karen Danielson (MAT98) and James or call Scott Box at 503-554-2130 Groat, Dec. 16, 2000, in Coos Bay, Ore. 8

Track and Field George Fox’s Heather Hunt finished second in the pole vault in the NCAA Division III National Championships. The senior from Turner, Ore., earned All-American status with her 12-0 mark, the same height as champion Laura Rosenberger of East- ern Mennonite, who won on fewer attempts to clear the height. Hunt’s 12-05.5 during the season is tied for the second best in NCAA Division III history. Also at the nationals were Jamie McElwain, Tigard, Ore., in the 800; Kelsey Baron, Nehalem, Ore., in the long jump and triple jump; Lori Miller, Aurora, Ore., in the javelin; Amy Forbes, Jackson, Wyo., in the high jump; and Sarah Zempel, Rogue River, Ore., in the shot put. Miller was the highest finisher other than Hunt, placing ninth. In the Northwest Conference (NWC) championships, the George Fox women finished fourth while the men came in fifth. Conference champions for the women were Hunt in the pole vault at 11-0.75; Forbes in the high jump at 5-4.25; Baron at 17-9 in the long jump and 36-1.25 in the triple jump; and Zem- pel in the shot put at 41-2.25. NWC men’s winners were Jon Robinson, Cannon Beach, Ore., in the long jump at 22-2.5; Ben Salisbury, Bellingham, Wash., in the 200 at 22.17; the 4x100 relay team of Robinson, Eric Costa, KIRK HIROTA Beaverton,Ore., Tyler Gassaway, Oregon City, Ore., and Salisbury In his first year as head coach of George Fox University’s softball team, Tim Hill brought the Bruins from a last-place finish in 2000 to conference contender. His dedication to all aspects of the job, rap- at 42.10; and the 4x400 relay team of Ryan Sprunger, Dundee, port with his assistant coaches, and years of coaching experience with the Amateur Softball Associa- Ore., Gassaway, Costa, and Salisbury at 3:17.54. tion are making a difference in Bruin softball. New school records were set this spring by Hunt, by Baron at 18-03 in the long jump and 37-08.5 in the triple jump, and by Zempel in the shot at 43-04.25. Baseball Closing with a rush, the George Fox baseball team won 12 of Turnaround Time its last 15 games to post its sixth straight winning season. The Tim Hill, NWC Coach of the Year, credits his team for its improved season Bruins ended the year 22-21 overall, tied for third in the North- west Conference at 15-9. hat a difference a year can make! The 2000 brand new to me,” says Hill, “but I had recently retired With a very young team (only three squad members seniors softball season was a tough one for the from Willamette Industries and had the time, so I said to athletically and only three regulars returning), the Bruins strug- WGeorge Fox University Bruins. The team myself, ‘Why not?’ And I wouldn’t have accepted it if gled early, but then got off to a fast start in the conference and struggled to a 6-25 record with a small roster that was my two long-time summer coaching buddies, Dennis a strong ending, including one string of six wins in a row. depleted even further by injuries, at times having just Keller and Paul Sabah, hadn’t agreed to come with me.” Southpaw Paul Andrewjeski, Vancouver, Wash.; slugging first enough players to field a team. The three new coaches put the team through inten- baseman Eric Bell, Spokane, Wash.; and scrappy second sacker At the end of the season, Chris Gross resigned after sive workouts in the fall, and Hill remembers, “You Ryan Dearinger, Vancouver, Wash., earned First Team All-North- seven years as head coach to devote herself to her full- could see there was some apprehension at first about west Conference. Bell was First Team All-West Region. time job with a pitching machine company. what we were trying to do. We worked them hard, par- Andrewjeski was 6-5 with a 3.61 ERA and 69 strikeouts; Bell hit .410 with nine home runs, 41 RBIs, and led the league with The reins of the program were turned over to Tim ticularly defensively, because pitching and defense are 20 doubles, one short of the team record; while Dearinger bat- Hill, a longtime Amateur Softball Association (ASA) really where games are won or lost. But we had a lot of ted a .343, compiled a .458 on-base percentage, and led the coach with no previous college coaching experience. fun and laughed a lot, too. Gradually, they began to NWC by getting hit with a pitch 10 times. Picked to finish seventh in the Northwest Conference grasp the new things we were teaching them.” Andrewjeski, with a 3.75 GPA, and shortstop Paul Gramenz, (NWC) coaches’ poll, the 2001 Bruins instead became The hard work paid off as the team jumped off to a Sequim, Wash., with a 3.91 GPA, were named to the Verizon/ one of the most talked-about teams on campus and 4-1-1 start — including two wins over Linfield to open CoSIDA College Division Academic All-District VIII Baseball Team. around the conference. conference play — and peaked at 15-10-2. Included The team improved to 16-14-2 and challenged the was a 4-1 win over eventual NWC champion and Women’s Tennis NWC all season, climbing within a half-game of first national power Pacific Lutheran. George Fox men’s tennis coach Rick Cruz added women’s with two weeks left, before finishing fourth. Hill was “We probably overachieved early in the season,” tennis to his list of responsibilities this spring, inheriting a team named NWC Coach of the Year for leading the team’s Hill admits, “but the PLU win was huge in terms of with just two returning players and one senior. With four fresh- surprise turnaround. our players building their confidence and believing in men in the lineup, the Bruins posted a 3-15 overall record, fin- Why such a dramatic improvement in just one year? themselves.” ishing eighth in the NWC at 2-11. Laura Steenson, the Bruins’ all-conference pitcher who Senior third baseman Brittany Baird (Lincoln City, Freshman Lisa Trefts, Spokane, Wash., was the University’s was 15-10 with a 1.56 ERA and 111 strikeouts, notes Ore.), who led the team in batting (.293) for the second top singles player with a 7-10 record, including a 6-10 mark at three reasons. straight year, agrees: “When the season began, we were no. 1. She and senior Kim Reimer, Dallas, Ore., had the best “First, we had a stable roster,” points out the sopho- just hoping to be competitive and give teams a good record in doubles, teaming up for a 3-8 standing at no. 1. more from Milwaukie, Ore. “Last year, we had injuries game. By the end of the year, we seriously thought we and a lot of turnover; players were coming and going all could win every game.” Men’s Tennis the time. This year, we had players we could count on “With Laura on the mound, we felt like we had a With the loss of two All-Northwest Conference players and all the time. chance every time out,” says Hill. “Our defense was only one sophomore returning, the George Fox men’s tennis “Second, we were a lot more intense defensively. I improved, and we always seemed to come up with the team was loaded with inexperience. The result was a learning mean, the coaches worked us on defense over and over big plays when we needed them.” year for the youthful Bruins, as they went 2-15 overall and and over! As a pitcher, it was a good feeling to know I Speaking of the postseason honor he received from 1-10 for eighth place in the NWC. had a defense behind me that I could trust. his coaching peers, Hill smiles and says, “It’s a nice Sophomore Joe Gonzales, Roseburg, Ore., the lone returner, “And third, having new coaches who could devote award and certainly I’m pleased by it, but I really think had a singles record of 7-10, including a 7-9 mark at no. 1. He and freshman Derek Dougherty, Springfield, Ore., recorded the more time to the program meant a lot. We knew it was they should give a Team of the Year award or a Staff of top doubles mark as well, posting a 5-12 record at no. 1. frustrating for Coach Gross, not being able to be there the Year award. Paul and Dennis worked just as hard as as much as she wanted, and that was frustrating for us I did and deserve every bit of credit I might get, and the Softball as players, too.” girls themselves put everything they had into it. Any Under first-year coach Tim Hill, the George Fox softball team Gross admitted as much. “I knew before the 2000 award that comes to me is truly a team effort.” improved from the previous year’s 6-25 record to 16-14-2 in season started that it would be my last,” she says. “The So where does the team go from here? Reflecting on 2001, finishing fourth in the NWC with a 12-9 mark. coaching was only part time, and my full-time job was his first year at George Fox, Hill admits, “We’re still in The season could not have started more spectacularly. After demanding more and more of my time, taking me all a building mode. We made more progress than I antici- being picked seventh in the conference’s preseason poll, the over the country. It was getting harder to make it to pated, but we’ve got to keep going, and we will have Bruins won four of their first six games. Including a big win practices, and the girls deserved someone who could some key people to replace next year. over national power Pacific Lutheran University, the Bruins won devote more time to them. I loved the program and the “This has been more work than I imagined, especial- seven of nine games in another stretch and moved to within a players, but for their sakes, I had to give it up.” ly recruiting, but I love it. The working environment is half-game of PLU at the top of the conference standings. Enter Hill. The George Fox position was suggested amazing because of my friends in the athletic depart- Though the team fell in four of its last five games to wind up to him by the parents of a player, and though reluctant ment, the quality and character of our players, and the fourth in the conference, overall it was a turnaround season for to accept it at first, the more he thought about it, the Christian atmosphere. Coaching can be a cutthroat the Bruins. Because of their unexpected improvement, Hill was more the idea appealed to him. business, but this is a super situation that I am looking named NWC Coach of the Year. “Coaching a college team was obviously something forward to being in for a long time.” Sophomore pitcher Laura Steenson, Milwaukie, Ore., made — Blair Cash First Team All-Conference after posting a 15-10 record with a 1.56 ERA and 111 strikeouts, leading the league in wins. 9