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September 2002 From the President s HBU embarks on the beginning of another school year, there is a renewed sense of commitment at the University to be all we can be. Taken in the most literal and figurative sense, we are unique in our mission to do all we do in the name of JesusA Christ. We are on our own journey to bring honor and glory to the Word, notwithstanding what others may do. Our success can be attributed to the Founding Fathers of Houston Baptist College who more than 40 years ago, dedicated their time and resources to a vision based on the Preamble. To this day it serves as a cornerstone for who we are. It also provides the underpinning for our shared vision ... to be one of metropolitan America’s premiere academic Christian institutions. Dr. Stewart Morris, an astute business leader, a man of strong Christian principles and a trusted friend, is one of those Founding Fathers who has remained steadfast in the life of this University. Like the Founding Fathers, our faculty, staff alumni and friends have remained true to who we are. Each year the University recognizes a few of those significant individuals whose stories are a testament to the relationships that make this University the best it can be. Likewise, the relationships our students foster with one another and with the community demonstrate the personal investment of who we are through their actions. From a mission to Argentina to serving in the neighboring community, their commitment to excellence in a Christian perspective personifies HBU. This commitment is also evident in the recent reaffirmation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools whereby Houston Baptist University has continued its accreditation. This accomplishment came as a result of the efforts of many — faculty, staff, administrators, trustees — working tirelessly toward achieving a common goal. They made a commitment to help this University be all it could be. Despite the different roles we play in our day-to-day jobs and in our involvement with HBU, we all share the commitment expressed in Colossians 3:17 ... “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.” Collectively, through Him, we can be the best that we can be. We are Houston’s blessed University. ? E.D. Hodo September 2002 Contents VOL. 40, No. 2 September 2002 f e a t u r e s EDITOR Stone shares love of Texas Vivian Camacho BA’91 in MLA class 6 MANAGING EDITOR Veteran broadcaster, Ron Stone MLA’94 Candace Adams-Desrosiers BA’94 returns to his alma mater to teach a class on Texas culture. DIRECTOR, DESIGN & GRAPHICS Nan Donahoe The Society Pages: EDITORIAL ASSISTANT HBU salutes its stars 7 Patricia Bailey Faculty, staff, alumni and friends are recognized for their contributions to HBU. PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Linda Hammack HBU Summer Academy: Making PRODUCTION ASSISTANT indelible impressions on lives 12 Donna Payne Gerardo Medina ’05 makes his way back to CONTRIBUTING WRITERS HBU after spending a summer at the academy Aminah Al-Attas, Jacque Cottrell, in 1997. Dr. Eloise Hughes MEd ’93, Nancy Jane Otto, Jo Ward One man, one vision, PHOTOGRAPHERS one commitment 14 Aminah Al-Attas, Candace Adams-Desrosiers BA ’94, Founding Father, Dr. Stewart Morris Sr., Bruce Bennett, Vivian Camacho BA ’91, remembers his more than 45-year relationship Nicole Dees ’03, Mindy Smith BA’02 with HBU. VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING Sharon Saunders Missions-Learning: Changing lives ... maturing dreams 16 Missions Coordinator Aminah Al-Attas leads LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: students on a summer missions-learning trip to HBU News welcomes letters to the editor. Mail should be Argentina. addressed to: HBU News, 7502 Fondren Road, Houston, TX 77074-3298 or you can e-mail us at HBU Teacher Education: Touching [email protected], and should include the writer’s full name, address and daytime telephone number. Letters may lives & influencing the future 18 be published based on available space and may be edited for Dr. Eloise Hughes MEd ’93 shares how the purposes of clarity. Department of Education prepares future educators for a career in the classroom. HBU NEWS (USPS 252-660) is published quarterly by the Office of Marketing, Houston Baptist University, printed by SOUTHWEST PRECISION. d e p a r t m e n t s Periodicals postage paid at Houston, Texas. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to HBU News, 2 From the President 23 Sports 7502 Fondren Road, Houston, Texas 77074-3298. 4 Campus Reports 24 Alum-A-Grams 20 Encore & More 25 Alumni Profile 21 Campus Updates o n t h e c o v e r Senior Niki Dees and sophomore Shawn Bradshaw enjoy the CONTACT US: scenery at the Friendship Bridge located adjacent to the new Marketing . .281-649-3362 dorm. — photo by Bruce Bennett Admissions . .281-649-3211 www.hbu.edu HBU complies with all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws, and does not engage in prohibited discrimination on the basis of race, color, nationality or ethnic origin, gender, age, or disability in either employment or the provision of services. Inquiries concerning this notice or the application of the laws referenced herein should be referred to the Vice President for Financial Affairs. Campus Report HBU REC TEAMS GO TO CAMP Once spring exams were over and their training complete, the two REC Teams headed out to 16 campsites around Texas for 10 weeks of RECreation and RECruitment fun. In its 13th year, the REC Teams, sponsored by the Spiritual Life department, is composed of two, seven-member teams. Each team helps at various camps with games, performing skits, leading small groups, sharing their testimonies and rising to new challenges. After two weekends of intensive training and 10 weekly meetings in the spring, the teams were well-prepared for the many challenges of a summer at camp. “HBU takes students who are ministry-minded and gives them training and experience in actual ministry to other students,” said Rob Matchett, Director of REC Teams and Campus Minister. “The majority of training the students receive is in ministry and team building. They live together in a van or at a campsite for 10 weeks, and it is important for them to work together as a team.” Ministering to thousands of junior high and high school students, the teams also mentored and encouraged the campers to always try their best by providing a nurturing environment where they could build relationships with their peers and God. This summer’s team included: Jenny Chunn ’04, J.D. Humber ’03, Kendra Kufeldt ’04, Blake McMahon ’05, Chris Moore ’03, Jenel Newcomb ’05, Victoria Persky ’05, Laura Lynn Ramirez ’03, Sammy Ramos ’04, Sally Ruiz ’05, Shannon Rutherford ’04, Je r emy Rutledge ’03, Billy Thomas ’02 and Ryan Yarrington ’05. ? CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON SCHEDULED “In the Shadow of the Cross” will be the theme reflected BROWN NAMED DEAN, COLLEGE OF throughout The Guild’s EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Christmas luncheon Dr. Joe David Brown has been named Dean of the held at Lakeside College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. With 22 Country Club on Dec. 6. years of experience in both private and public schools, Featured speaker, Colleen Swindoll Brown comes to HBU from Southern Nazarene University Dane will share a message from her in Bethany, Okla., where he served as Professor and heart, her life and her walk with the Director of Teacher Education since 1999. Lord. Serving as a college dean has been a long-standing As the second daughter of professional goal for Brown who particularly enjoys the renowned Christian author and opportunity to continue his involvement with Baptist higher education. speaker Chuck Swindoll, Dane gained “This is a University on the move to impact Houston, the nation and the valuable insight and developed a world. I plan to continue to maintain the high quality of programs already passion for translating biblical truths established in the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences and to explore the into a practical teaching ministry. opportunity of new programs to meet the needs of students,” Brown said. “But Dane and husband Mark have planted above all this, it is my desire to help ensure that service to God and the witness of churches in California and Texas and Jesus Christ be woven throughout the programs offered.” were a part of the explosive growth of Since 1996, Brown has served as a Grove Public Schools Board Member and as Stonebriar Community Church in a Governor-appointed commission member on the Oklahoma Commission for Frisco, Texas. Teacher Preparation. He is also the author of six publications. In its 28th year, the luncheon is Brown received his PhD in Kinesiology from Texas A&M University, a Master under the leadership of co-chairs of Science in Health and Physical Education from Louisiana Tech University and a Jane Marmion BA ’68 and Claire Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from Florida Southern College. Tu r n e r. Individual tickets may be Brown brings to Houston his family, wife, Tina and three children, Joe II, p u rchased for $45 each or a table of Mollie and Jim. ? 10 for $450. To order tickets, re s e r v e a table or obtain additional information, call 281-649-3004. ? hbu 4 news September 2002 Campus Report SPORTS INFORMATION NURSING ACCREDITATION REAFFIRMED WINS PUBLICATION Following a two-year, self-study, the undergraduate nursing programs in the College of Nursing received a reaffirmation of its accreditation by the National AWARDS League for Nursing Accrediting Commission in July. The HBU Sports Information According to Dr.