The Yellow Jacket

March 30, 2017 Howard Payne University . Brownwood, TX Volume 107, Issue 11

The remaining spring editions of the Yellow Jacket newspaper will be available Smashing Debut online at www.hputx.edu/yellowjacket. New sorority Pi Theta Chi wins Spring Sing in its first attempt

Inside Aimee Orozco this staff writer

edition Howard Payne last weekend hosted its 22nd Annual Spring Hammock Hotel...... 4 Sing Competition – with only A hammock culture has three organizations participat- emerged on campus. ing, all local sororities. Even though the number of entries Service Dogs...... 5 A look at what the multiple was lower than usual, Spring services dogs on campus Sing was still memorable. are doing. Opening night began with a surprising and unexpected Health Fair...... 6 A look back at the Health “Lip Sync Battle” between Fair. emcee’s senior Chad Anders and junior Aimee Orozco, Singing in Spring...... 7-8 both Communication majors. A photographical look at Spring Sing. Anders opened by singing to Kelly Clarkson’s “Since In the Zone...... 9 U Been Gone” while Oro- Step back in time into “The Photo by Ryan Miles zco interrupted halfway with Pi Theta Chi with their winning check after Spring Sing. Twilight Zone.” the catchy summer tune Personal Time...... 10 “Call Me Maybe” made fa- Spring Sing debut as a out into a fun dance,” said HPU Class of ’73 Alumni Taking alone-time with God mous by Carly Rae Jepson. new sorority with the show MaryClaire Swallow, a se- Marilyn Johnson, and Biol- on mission trips helps you This year’s theme was “It’s All in Your Head.” nior and president of Delta ogy Instructor Amy Kresta. help others. simply “Spring Sing.” Chi “Spring Sing is like having Chi Rho. “This was prob- At the completion of Doubting Christians?....11 Alpha Omega took the a baby, at first, experiencing ably my favorite show I’ve Saturday’s performances, Having occasional doubts stage first with its show childbirth is both challeng- participated in, so I’m glad first, second and third place doesn’t make you a bad titled “Dancing Queen.” ing and painful,” said sopho- to have left on a great note.” shows were announced. Christian. “My last Spring Sing was a more honorary Pi Theta Chi New head football coach Third place, including a $300 On a Roll...... 13 great way to end my semester member Alex Bingham. “But Braxton Harris was fea- prize provided by HPU Stu- The HPU baseball team with my Chi Alpha sisters,” in the end, you ultimately tured as a judge Friday night dent Activities, was award- has extended its win streak said senior Ivon Mendoza. love the outcome of things.” along with Business and Hu- ed to Chi Alpha Omega. to seven games. “Although we may have not Finally, Delta Chi Rho man Resources Coordina- Second place, including a closed the night with their tor Katrina Lynn, and HPU $500 prize provided by HPU No Off-season...... 14 won first place, I think we def- HPU volleyball and tennis initely performed the best we show, “Delta Chi Rho Live!” Class of ’67 Alumni Joy Ivy. Student Government, was player Callie Molloy doesn’t could. We worked hard and “We always love a friendly Guest judges for Sat- awarded to Delta Chi Rho. have an off-season. long hours, and at the end of competition, and I love see- urday’s performance in- the day that’s all that matters.” ing girls step out of their cluded Communications Spring Pi Theta Chi made its comfort zones to break Professor Sidni Carruthers, Sing→ Page 7 News P AGE 2 MARCH 30, 2017 Life moving on for displaced seniors News Briefs Disaster relief fund started to assist HPU students during crisis Campus tremendously get back to Walker Memorial Library, the status quo of our lives through the Friends of Carissa Cromer [and] school,” Atkinson said. the Library group, will Staff Writer The helping hands didn’t host a book sale from just come from HPU. The 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. today citizens of Brownwood (March 30) and 8 a.m. to Just over a month ago, have hosted several fund- 4 p.m. Friday (March 31). Howard Payne seniors Jo- raisers for the families who A selection of books, in- siah Horton, Alex Atkinson, lost their homes in the fire. cluding duplicate titles and and Timothy Emery re- Many items have been do- books the library does not ceived news that no one ever nated to Horton, Atkinson traditionally carry in the wants to hear. Their apart- and Emery to replace their academic collection, will ment complex was on fire. lost belongings, includ- Courtesy Photo be available for purchase. For the first few days at ing clothing and furniture. Alex Atkinson (left), Josiah Horton (center), and Timothy Emery Paperbacks and hardcover the fire at the Camelot Apart- “We are so grateful for are shown before the 2016 fall semester Concert Choir perfor- books will range from 50 ments in Brownwood, the the people in Brownwood mance. The three students were displaced after their apart- cents to $1, with rare books three students experienced that have helped us re- ment was destroyed earlier this semester, but have since been varying in price. Additional nothing but chaos. But since place a lot of our belong- able to move back on campus. items include VHS tapes and then, the ashes have settled. ings that were unusable [af- duplicate HPU yearbooks. There was a massive out- ter] the fire,” Atkinson said. their appreciation for their are excited to finish out the reach to the three students Adjusting hasn’t necessar- RA’s and RD of Jennings spring with a successful se- State from the HPU community. ily been easy for the three Hall that have welcomed mester and a senior recital They have all been wel- students, but they express them with open arms. They presented by each of them. Three storm chasers were comed back into the men’s killed Tuesday in Spur, lo- dorm, which will serve cated just east of Lubbock. as their home for the re- What’s the Buzz? DPS troopers say severe mainder of the semester. weather did not directly But that’s not all. The uni- cause the two vehicle colli- versity has created a disaster To submit items and events to this HPU campus calendar, email [email protected]. sion, but the storm-chasers relief fund not only to help in were driving toward a torna- this situation, but also to be March 30-31: Friends of the Library Book Sale, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, 8 a.m. do and ran a stop sign. The a standing fund that will be to 4 p.m. Friday, Walker Memorial Library. chasers were identified as ready to spring into action in April 8: HPU Fest, 3-9 p.m., on campus outdoors weather permitting. Kelley Williamson, 57, Ran- the future when any of our dy Yarnall, 55, and Corbin fellow Yellow Jackets find April 8: Fest Fling Street Dance, 9 p.m., between Veda and Jennings halls. Jaege, 25. Williamson and themselves in a time of crisis. April 10-12: Resurrection Week services, 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, Yarnall were contractors “All the help that came for The Weather Channel. to us through the relief 10 a.m. Wednesday, Mims Auditorium. fund has helped us so National

Columnists The 2016-2017 Daniel Harris, Kimberly Bogart, Lydia Heinrichs, Dr. Robert National Football League ellow acket Alex Lemus Y J Mangrum, Daniel Harris, Carissa owners voted 31-1 this Cromer, Seth Rainey week to approve the Oak- Editor-in-Chief Photographers land Raiders’ move to Las Andria Garza, Aimee Orozco, Lydia Heinrichs Vegas despite a plea from Cheyenne Hill, Josiah Hughes, Faculty Adviser Dillon Wesley Mike Lee the California city’s mayor Assistant Editor (325) 649-8112 to delay the vote over a po- Rachel Hughes Reporters [email protected] tential last-ditch stadium Lazhay Winn, deal. The Raiders likely hoto ditor P E Aimee Orozco, Chad The Yellow Jacket is a student will play two or three more Andria Garza Anders, Morgan Ashmore, Andria publication of Howard Payne Univer- years in the Bay Area be- Garza, Christopher Freeland, sity. Letters to the editor are welcome. fore their $1.7 billion sta- Page Designers Rachel Hughes, Emily Selman, Gabi Please send any feedback to yjacket@ dium in Las Vegas is ready. Lydia Heinrichs, Diazdeleon, Darius Edwards hputx.edu with “Letter to the Editor” Marina Sheets-Ochoa, in the subject line. Rachel Hughes, Emily Villarreal, News MARCH 30, 2017 PAGE 3 Speech and Debate fares well at NCCFI Haley, Britton win novice title in dramatic duo interpretation

YJ Submission Haylee Williams, freshman communication major from The Howard Payne Uni- Bellville. Sidni Kirby, in- versity speech and debate structor of communica- team competed at the 20th an- tion, assists with the team. nual National Christian Col- This year, 23 universities lege Forensics Association from across the nation partici- Invitational National Cham- pated in NCCFI. All schools pionships, held in March at are members of the Council for Grand Canyon University in Christian Colleges and Uni- Phoenix, Arizona. The team versities. Over 250 students won numerous awards for competed in the tournament. their performances in both “Having nine of the 13 individual events and debate. HPU students advance or win Freshmen Erin Haley, com- some type of speaker award munication major from Ma- is success by any measure. son, and Brooklyn Britton, Courtesy Photo We were competing against theatre major from Brown- HPU Speech and Debate team at the Grand Canyon. some of the best debate and wood, were awarded novice individual events schools national champions in dra- Reagan Grisham, commu- jurisprudence and Guy D. freshman communication and in Christian higher educa- matic duo interpretation for nication major from Arling- Newman Honors Academy social science jurisprudence tion. Our HPU students did their rendition of “Fat Camp.” ton, won fifth place over- major from Howe, advanced major from Chandler, and a fabulous job,” said Welker. “I am thrilled that Erin and all in open dramatic duo. to the final round. The team Isabelle StahrFisher, fresh- While in Phoenix, the team Brooklyn won the title of “This is the first time in lost on a 2-1 decision to Col- man communication major traveled to the Grand Canyon novice national champions several years that we have orado Christian University. from Fort Worth, advanced National Park for sightseeing. for their outstanding perfor- duo competitors do so well. Olin was named 4th top JV to the semifinals round. “These trips are about mance,” said Dr. Julie Welk- It was exciting to have them speaker, and Freeland was Other students compet- more than just competing. er, Student Speaker Bureau place in both novice and named 7th top JV speaker. ing in the tournament were We want our students to have speech and debate team coach open divisions,” said Welker. The junior varsity parlia- Braxton Clark, senior social a well-rounded education and chair of the department of In parliamentary debate, the mentary debate teams of Mor- science global studies major through travel and experi- communication. “These two HPU team won third place gan Ashmore, communication from Southlake; Aimee Oro- ence the culture of each city young ladies have worked all overall debate sweepstakes. major from Brock, and Rea- zco, junior communication we visit. While competition year to perfect this piece, and The junior varsity team of gan Grisham, junior commu- major from Sheppard; Isaac is our primary focus, getting it certainly paid off for them.” Christopher Freeland, sopho- nication major from Arling- Sommers, senior social sci- out and about and network- Senior Gabby McWhirt- more biochemistry major ton, advanced to semifinals. ence jurisprudence and Guy ing with alumni is an impor- er, theatre major from from Bangs, and Tyler Olin, The novice parliamentary D. Newman Honors Acad- tant part, too,” said Welker. Brownwood, and junior sophomore social science debate team of Madi Neal, emy major from Boerne; and SWELL graduate program seeking second cohort by HPU Media Relations leaders for the $4-trillion and wellness industries,” said more than 20 venues includ- community make the afford- sport and wellness industries. Dr. Graham Hatcher, SWELL ing the National Collegiate able SWELL program a unique Howard Payne is seek- The program consists of 10 program director. “Several Athletic Association offices in offering among master’s pro- ing applicants for the second classes over 20 months, most of our program participants Indianapolis, the Fellowship grams in the United States. cohort of graduate students of which are held on Monday are in new careers that have of Christian Athletes Support For more information about in the university’s Master of evenings. Courses include become available by par- Center in Kansas City, the the program, e-mail swell@ Education in Sport and Well- instruction in event planning, ticipation in this program.” Center for Disease Control hputx.edu or call 325-649- ness Leadership (SWELL) public relations, legal foun- A distinctive feature of the offices in Colorado Springs and 8966. Applications for admis- degree program. The second dations, leadership and more. program is the two-week travel the National Wellness Insti- sions and consideration for group will begin classes in “We are seeking another course in June 2018, which will tute’s annual meeting in Min- graduate assistantships in in- August, and the first cohort fine group of future leaders enable students to engage sport neapolis,” said Dr. Hatcher. tramurals, outdoor recreation of 18 students will finish -de who are committed to en- and wellness industry leaders The coursework, trav- and department administra- gree requirements this spring. hancing the quality of life for throughout the United States. el and HPU’s Christ- tion/instruction are available The SWELL program those impacted by the sport “Last summer, we visited centered academic online at www.hputx.edu/swell. seeks to prepare future Features PAGE 4 MARCH 30, 2017 Hammock Hotel SGA helps to bring hammocks to the heart of campus

Jaclyn Bonner

Staff Writer

It is not uncommon to walk down Center Avenue and see hammocks staggered in the trees by the gazebo or along Clark Street across from TAC. Within the past few se- mesters, a hammock culture has emerged on the Howard Payne University campus. In the fall semester, Stu- dent Body President Syd- ney Spencer noted that other college campuses have built hammock ho- tels and suggested that SGA sponsor one on campus. A committee was formed to research and implement the idea. It was headed by SGA Senior Senators Caitlin Photos by Rachel Hughes Wood and Rebeca Puente. On March 3, the HPU Student Government Association hosted a Freshman Senator Justin grand opening ceremony at the newly built hammock hotel. Hughes also served on the committee and various SGA logistics. The committee facilities to ensure that im- members contributed to the engaged in three weeks of provements the student project through discussion, detailed research before body requests are addressed. planning and preparation. presenting their findings “It was a pleasure work- The committee first met to SGA, drafting a pro- ing with SGA; they did a with Dean of Students Dr. Ma- posal for the administra- great job. We hope the ham- gen Bunyard and Terry Pritch- tion and allocating funds. mock hotel gets great use ett, assistant vice president “It was very rewarding to and that the students will for facilities and planning. be a part of a project like this enjoy it for years to come,” The administration offered and contribute to adding to commented Pritchett. “In ad- suggestions for the planning the improvement of campus dition, we look forward to and implementation phase, while providing something future projects with SGA.” providing insights regarding students wanted on cam- One of the next major proj- location as well as contact pus,” said Puente, commit- ects facilities will be working information for materials. tee member and senior sena- on is fixing the chairs in the A team of SGA members tor. “We cannot say thank Newman conference rooms. mapped three potential loca- you enough to the facilities This is a result of students tions on campus and commit- staff for their contribution voicing their concern to SGA. tee members sought project and hard work in getting the If you have any campus im- price estimates as well as hammock hotel finished.” provement ideas, please con- researched hammock pole SGA has developed a tact SGA at [email protected]. configurations and other close relationship with Features & News MARCH 30, 2017 PAGE 5 Furry friends on campus Support animals can fill different roles for those they help receive extensive training, affection can be just the right Gabriella but have a completely dif- therapy to counter a condition Diazdeleon ferent type of job. Their re- like debilitating depression. sponsibilities are to provide There is a no pet policy on staff writer psychological or physiologi- campus both in the dorms Service dogs, therapy dogs cal therapy to individuals and Newberry Apartments, and emotional support animals other than their handlers – but these special compan- – no they are not all the same. who are usually their owners. ions are the exceptions. Differentiating between ser- These dogs have stable tem- HPU freshman Devin Men- vice dogs, therapy dogs and peraments and friendly, easy- delson has a mini Australian emotional support animals is going personalities. Typically, Shepard Catahoula mix named not a matter of splitting hairs they visit various institutions Cobalt Blue, who functions or political correctness. Each such as hospitals, schools, as an emotional support dog. of these dogs has a very differ- hospices, psychotherapy of- Devin has struggled with anxi- ent job from the others and the fices, and nursing homes. Un- ety, depression, and separa- terms are not interchangeable. like service dogs, therapy dogs tion anxiety, but has now had Service Dogs are individu- are encouraged to socialize Cobalt Blue for over a year ally trained to perform tasks and interact with a variety of and can attest to the impact and do work that compensate people while they’re on-duty. he has had on Devin’s life. for their handlers’ disabili- Emotional Support Animals, “He knows when I’m upset ties. Service dogs are much on the other hand, are not re- or going through stuff, and he more than highly trained quired to undergo specialized makes it his mission to cheer companions. Working as part training. Their primary roles me up,” said Mendelson. of a team with their disabled are to provide their disabled There are a few other stu- partners, service dogs help owners with emotional com- dents around campus that may them attain the safety and fort. Emotional support ani- have a special friend like Co- independence from which mals can benefit a disabled in- balt, but now knowing who their handlers’ disabilities dividual, psychologically. The they are and their responsi- would otherwise limit them. seemingly basic gift of com- bilities, it is our job to be un- Courtesy Photo Therapy Dogs also panionship and unconditional derstanding and respectful. Devin Mendelson and Cobalt Blue. HPU alum named men’s athletic chaplain at Tech Young said college stu- bachelor’s degree in practi- to have him as an alumnus.” By HPU Media Relations dents, particularly male cal theology in 2010 and a Young began working with student-athletes, are among master’s degree in theology the Fellowship of Christian Howard Payne alumnus the church’s most unreached and ministry in 2014. He was Athletes in 2010 as the Big Corbin Young was recently people groups in the nation. a four-year letterman in foot- Country area representa- appointed by the Fellow- “Consequently, I see this as ball (2006-2009), team captain tive based in Brownwood. In ship of Christian Athletes the one of the most strategic and (2009), American Southwest 2013, he became the founding new men’s athletic chaplain vital ministry opportunities for Conference all-conference area director for the organiza- at Texas Tech University. In advancing the Gospel in our slot receiver (2009), three- tion in Midland where, under this position, Young serves sports-obsessed culture,” he time academic all-conference his leadership, the FCA staff the seven men’s sports teams said. “As I seek to earn the trust selection (2007-2009) and and ministry rapidly grew at Texas Tech by encourag- of these Red Raiders, my role a collegiate national cham- around the Permian Basin. ing and equipping the coaches will be all about building rela- pionship qualifier in Olym- He is a licensed and or- and athletes through Christ. Corbin Young tionships and making disciples pic weightlifting (2007). dained Baptist minister and “I’m excited and humbled said. “Serving in this capac- by encouraging and equipping “Corbin was a model stu- has served on staff at churches beyond words by this op- ity, as a college sports chap- them in their faith, character dent-athlete while he attended in Brownwood and Paradise portunity to represent Christ, lain, has been a ministry and leadership through the HPU,” said Hunter Sims, the as well as in Saskatchewan, through the ministry of FCA, dream job for me since I first loving ministry of presence.” university’s athletic director. Canada. Most recently, he at one of the largest state surrendered to God’s calling Young, a former HPU “We are extremely proud of served as the lead pastor at schools in Texas,” Young on my life at 18 years old.” student-athlete, earned his his service to the Kingdom and First Baptist Church of Tarzan. Features PAGE 6 MARCH 30, 2017 Health Fair enjoyed a healthy response

given away by some local emily selman businesses, street tacos pro- vided by Sodexo, Knocker- Staff Writer ball, a Prayer Maze, games, visual representations of On March 7, several cam- the kinds of foods we con- pus organizations and stu- sume and the things in them, dents gathered together and even puppies to hold. for the annual Health Fair. Mrs. Cavitt even stopped There were several booths everyone and had several set up by various organizations students join her in a line to promote campus wide health dance. It was a wonderful and well being. Each different time enjoyed by students and kind of health was represent- faculty, and it gets better ev- ed: physical, emotional, spiri- ery year. You won’t want to tual, social, and intellectual. miss this event in the future. There were door prizes

Photos by Cheyenne Hill and YJ Staff Features MARCH 30, 2017 PAGE 7

Spring Sing

From Page 1: Spring Sing

First place, including an $800 prize provided by HPU Alum- ni Association, was awarded to Pi Theta Chi in the group’s first- ever Spring Sing appearance. “We were excited and mostly shocked about placing first,” said script writer sophomore Lainee Hasty, “Being a new sorority, we had no idea what we were getting ourselves into with Spring Sing. We’re just glad all of our hard work paid off and now have a clearer idea of everything that goes into this for the future.” Features P AGE 8 MARCH 30, 2017

Photos by Dillon Wesley and Josiah Hughes Entertainment MARCH 30, 2017 PAGE 9 Symphonic Band sets off on spring tour services. Ash said that an im- nection with alumni and, of The band members Carissa Cromer portant part of tour is to take course, some great music. are definitely excited to part in those kinds of services. Some of the band’s favor- spend that time together. Music columnist “[Band tour] is definite- ite pieces include the fast and “I think that the best part ly designed to try and stay furious “Wedding Dance” and of tour is just getting to share connected with our Baptist the 2003 composition “Ban- the art we love with each other In just a few days, the How- churches throughout the state dancing.” When asked about and with those who will hear ard Payne Symphonic Band since many of them do a great his favorite pieces, Ash said, us,” Ash said. “There’s a cer- will set off on its annual spring deal in support of the greater “One of my all-time favorites tain kind of satisfaction that tour. This trip is a big part of the HPU community through is ‘Elsa’s Procession to the I’ve found nowhere else as spring semester for the band, their giving to the coop- Cathedral.’ Its huge ending that of a well-played concert and something the students and erative program,” Ash said. brings out the goose bumps for before a group of people who their director, Mr. Corey Ash, On Monday and Tuesday, everyone every single time.” are obviously and genuinely look forward to every year. the band will be perform- The purpose of tour isn’t touched and are grateful for On Saturday, the band will ing at McGregor and Wall just for recruitment or for the effort made in preparation. depart from Brownwood and high schools, with the pur- connecting with alumni. “It “I believe music is a gift from YJ File Photo head northeast toward Cor- pose of recruiting future Yel- allows us to have time to God. Hopefully, we can always Director of Bands Corey Ash sicana and Whitney, where low Jackets. There will be spend together as a band fam- treat that gift with the respect at the spring concert. they will play in both Sunday the opportunity not only for ily to help create camaraderie and care that it deserves.” morning and evening church recruitment, but also for con- and fellowship.” Ash said. ‘The Twilight Zone’ withstands the test of time

is “The Twilight Zone.” mat – each episode involves ing others peacefully, and The original series, pro- a new story and characters embracing the differences Seth Rainey duced from 1959 to 1964, – every installment weaves between individuals are core has seen several more con- an enticing web. The tone to “The Twilight Zone,” and Movie Columinst temporary iterations, but varies from the lighthearted, can still have impact today. these do not hold up to to deep and contemplative, As noted, the series is an the first originating series. and, on occasion, ventur- anthology so episodes can Too often the value of Created by iconic writer ing into the downright scary. be seen out of order with- older movies and televi- and producer Rod Serling, the This variation is part of what out missing any informa- sion is discounted. This is show drew upon other science makes the show so enthrall- tion. Some good starter understandable since little fiction stories of the time to ing. In “Nightmare at 20,000 episodes when watching can compare to current Hol- become an incredibly influ- Feet,” viewers see a young “The Twilight Zone” are the lywood productions because ential thriller/science fiction William Shatner play a man aforementioned, “Night- of how far filmmaking has series. Many of the movies, terrorized by a monster that no mare at 20,000,” “Enough developed technologically. TV shows, and even novels one else aboard the plane can Time at Last,” “The After However, just because today owe a great deal to the see. While in “Enough Time Hours,” “To Serve Man,” and media is filmed in black creativity of “The Twilight at Last,” the tale of a book- “The Eye of the Beholder.” and white, has outdated ter- Zone.” See “The X-Files,” worm who pines for the free- If you can get past admit- minology in dialogue, and “The Sixth Sense,” “Polter- dom to read when he pleases tedly antiquated special ef- clunky special effects, this geist,” “Star Trek,” and much stition, and it lies between and what happens when he fects, every episode of this TV shouldn’t necessarily mean of Stephen King’s writing as the pit of man’s fears and the receives his wish is told. series offers a whole world it isn’t worth watching. just a few examples of “The summit of his knowledge.” Also worthy of mention, full of thrilling twists, insight, There are hundreds of ex- Twilight Zone’s” influence. Who wouldn’t be en- Serling and the writers of and the occasional scare. Be- amples to be found of classic The now iconic introduc- ticed by this monologue if the series intentionally used fore you know it, you’ll have films and television that do tion music helps to transport instead it was paired with their creation for making so- entered the “Twilight Zone.” justify the modern viewer’s viewers to the titular “Twilight slick, modern Hollywood cial commentary, which is “The Twilight Zone” time. One excellent televi- Zone,” with narration by Ser- production? Therein is the only somewhat dulled being is currently available for sion show bridging the gap ling playing over the series of quality of “The Twilight some 60 years removed from streaming on Netflix, between sleek special effects surreal images. To quote Ser- Zone.” The value is substan- its subject matter. The mes- Hulu, and Amazon Prime. and dazzling camera work ling, “it is the middle ground tive rather than superficial. sages of de-escalating con- and aged film techniques between science and super- Using an anthology for- flict between nations, treat- Religion PAGE 10 MARCH 30, 2017 Pouring from a full cup Mission trip also offers a chance to see what God is doing in our lives

lydia heinrichs

Editor in Chief

There is something about going on a mission trip that magnifies what God is stirring in your heart. Whatever He has been teaching you sudden- ly floats so quickly to the top and begins to grow even more, sometimes exponentially. Over spring break I had the incredible opportunity to go to Juarez, Mexico, for six days. While there, our team of nine had the privilege to part- ner with an amazing mission- ary family and various pas- tors and believers in Mexico. Through dramas, testimonies, worship, speaking on the ra- Photos by Lydia Heinrichs dio, and evangelism, we were Above: The group painted a church bright green for a pastor able to plant a lot of seeds and his wife. and see other seeds blossom Top Right: Two of the group members performed a drama out- into salvation that were plant- side of a hospital. ed long before we arrived. Bottom Right: The team enjoyed leading worship services at God is doing something various churches in Juarez. great in Mexico. In a small piece of that process, the nine cup. While this phrase may Word and His voice so that of us were able to see magni- be a cliché, the truth of it is you’re able to share His love fied what God was and is doing still becoming clear to me. with others from overflow. in each of our own lives along Why was I trying to fuel a You can’t pour from an the way. For me, there was a 12-hour day with 30 minutes empty cup. You can’t lead oth- light bulb that switched on in of fidgety “quiet time” in the ers where you haven’t been. my heart about doing minis- morning? Why was I some- This isn’t just on a mission try from a place of fullness. times speeding through or trip or when you’re actively Every morning of the trip, skipping altogether my daily involved in a ministry posi- we started with a least an hour time with the Lord and won- tion. For a follower of Jesus, of worship. We prayed, sang, dering why ministry was hard? life is ministry. Every day is and read the Word, sitting to- Don’t get me wrong, it’s an opportunity. We need to be gether in the living room and not about time. I had given filled to overflow with Christ fixing our eyes on Jesus before the Lord an hour of my time daily, seeking Him for our dai- starting our day – being still plenty of mornings before ly bread and praising Him for and listening to His voice, de- this. It’s not about clocking who He is. It seems so simple, claring our love for Him and in for an hour so that God but we need to be firmly rooted. thanking Him for His grace. will bless your dutifulness. Matthew 5:6 says, “Blessed I hadn’t realized before I was It’s about seeking God’s face. are those who hunger and “full” that I had been minister- It’s about lying at His feet thirst for righteousness, ing from a place of emptiness. and truly worshipping Him, for they shall be filled.” What I mean is this: You filling up the spiritual well of God will fill your cup to over- cannot pour from an empty your heart with truth from the flowing when you seek His face. Religion MARCH 30, 2017 PAGE 11

Be ready for life’s Having occasional doubts unexpected turns after graduation doesn’t make you a bad Christian

I had a chip on my shoulder and something to Daniel Harris prove. That’s what I told my soon-to-be Area Manager interviewing me at the time. Nev- Religion Columnist ertheless, I was afforded the opportunity and haven’t looked back. It seems like everywhere I turn, I As a 2011 Howard Payne alumnus, I finished hear how college students are leaving driven. I had big plans, ready to attack the world and pursue a career in journalism, the church more and more each year. sports information or media broadcasting. Once people come to college, they are inundated with different ideas. Some Fast forward five years, I’m managing the largest Waco branch for En- are good. Some are bad. They aren’t in terprise Rent-A-Car, which includes 12 employees, 300-plus units and their hometown with their sphere of in- involves customer service and sales. fluence away from their pastor or youth pastor to help guide them through this After graduation, I planned to pursue a master’s degree, but took an process of discovering new ideas. unexpected turn. I was living in Abilene with no job. After selling cars Many Christians are afraid to for a year, a co-worker helped me connect with Enterprise. ask difficult questions. How can a good God allow evil in the world? If My work with Enterprise has led me all over Texas, including Abilene, God really created everything good, Holding on to God in the hard times San Angelo, Austin and now Waco. Enterprise has rewarded my pro- why would he send people to hell? when it seems like there are no answers ductivity with positions that require more responsibilities and mul- Where is God when I can’t feel him? is an act of faith in itself. I personally tiple promotions that make it all worth it. Coming from a Christian Stud- don’t have the answers to the questions ies major, I can say that everyone has above, but I still hold on to what I know The end game is that I want current HPU students to know more dealt with these questions before, in- is true, that is that God created me and about this avenue after college than I did. Enterprise hires as many cluding myself. These questions are He loves me. As an act of His love, He college graduates every year as any other company. There’s an Enter- nothing to be ashamed of. There’s sent his son to live a human life and to prise in Brownwood, not far from HPU. room for doubt in the Christian faith. die for the sins of the world to be resur- In the biblical narrative, we see many rected on the third day. This I believe. The position you would be hired on to hold is called a Management haracters who have doubted God. For There may be questions unanswered Trainee. Salaries are extremely competitive, and benefits include ev- instance, in Psalms David writes, as someone goes on their journey erything from a 401(k) match program to a profit share from the com- “How long, Lord? Will you forget of faith. There are mysteries about pany that adds to the 401(k) every year as a privately owned company. me forever? How long will you hide God that he has, for whatever reason, your face from me? How long must I decided not to reveal to us. In hav- Enterprise stands behind two things – customer service and employee wrestle with my thoughts and day af- ing doubt, we can find deeper truth. development. With those directions within the company it creates a ter day have sorrow in my heart? How People don’t have to give up their progressive, competitive and teamwork-driven environment. long will my enemy triumph over me?” faith just because they start asking The prophet Habakkuk writes an the harder questions. I’d say that in Feel free to reach out to me at [email protected] or at (325) account of him questioning God’s my own life, I’ve strengthened my 227-5857. I would love to speak with you, see if you have a back- acts when the Israelites were in ex- faith by asking questions I didn’t even ground for the position and ultimately refer you as a fellow Yellow know existed until I came to college. Jacket alum. ile. Job questions God when most ev- erything is taken away from him and It can be lonely and terrifying, but his friends question God’s motives. you’re not alone. Find others who can Lane Garrett | Questioning God in this manner go through this with you. Find others Enterprise Holdings isn’t something new. People over thou- who have asked these same questions. Branch Rental Manager sands of years have had their questions. Just because someone doubts doesn’t 1601 Jack Kultgen Many times there aren’t any easy an- mean they are a “bad Christian” or they Freeway swers. There are mysteries about God “don’t have any faith.” Rather, they are Waco TX 76706 that might be better left unanswered. In going on a journey like many others 254-714-1131 office fact, if someone were to say, “I have before them. It can deepen one’s faith 254-714-1123 fax all the answers,” I would have some opening up new truths about God they serious concerns about their theology. have never even thought about before. I believe asking these hard ques- It can be scary, but worth it in the end. tions can really deepen one’s faith. It’s something we all go through. Features P AGE 12 MARCH 30, 2017 Thomas Taylor, HP’s 12th president, Part 3 The college is stabilized in the aftermath of the Great Depression

devoted to teacher certification. In 1938, the duties of the arts course and have a mini- Dr. Robert The library was hailed with college president reached the mum of 118 honor points. A Mangrum holdings now reaching 15,000 point where Taylor could no new degree, the bachelor of books. Mention was also made longer perform those duties business administration, was university historian of a museum consisting of sci- and those of dean of the facul- also added. Speech was part entific and historical materials. ty. Consequently, Dr. Z. T. Huff of the English department The curriculum was further was named dean of the faculty. while fine arts was again a The following is an excerpt modified in 1934 with expand- Academically, civics was no separate department. The from FOR HOWARD PAYNE ed course work in education, longer required as an entrance Home Economics Department MY ALL: 125 YEARS OF physical ed, public school mu- requirement from high school obtained a “model” cottage. CHRISTIAN HIGHER EDU- sic, and sociology. Extra-cur- and a “D” grade became a By 1938-39 the Taylor ad- CATION AND SERVICE 1889- ricular organizations remained passing grade. For graduation ministration had stabilized the 2015, AN ENCYLCOPEDIA, essentially unchanged but an the students were required to various areas of the college. by Dr. Robert G. Mangrum. activity fee of $10 per semester complete 120 hours of liberal Thomas Taylor was charged for financial sup- In an earlier column, the church services, revival meet- port of athletics, public speak- ascension of Thomas Taylor ings, and a discussion on the ing contests, library usage, the to the presidency of How- “Place of the Christian Col- Lasso and the Yellow Jacket. ard Payne in 1929 was noted. lege.” It was noted that at The college library was It’s Time to File Financial Aid Taylor’s presidential adminis- HPC “the center of the col- expanded again with the ad- tration would span 26 years. lege objectives was the train- dition of the John D. Robnett Academically, the foreign ing of the Baptist ministry collection, the Wade Vinson language requirement was re- and the training in Christian sociology and theology col- duced from four to three majors character of all the students.” lection, the Betty Shelton his- – the current term is semester In the 1930-31 aca- torical collection, and others. hours – and as many as four demic year the number of With 20,000 volumes, and majors could be offered in mu- trustees was expanded, al- a complete file of the Pecan sic, painting and public speak- most doubling the board. Valley News – forerunner of ing. In addition, students could A College of Fine Arts was the Brownwood Bulletin – substitute Greek for math. listed. By 1932, the Great De- as well as the Brown County A Bachelor of Science de- pression was making itself Baptist associational minutes. gree was offered; evidently felt and most of the academic In 1935 the Bachelor of it was intended for the home program remained unchanged. Science degree in elementary economics major. It also was There was no longer any education was added to the Applications for 2017-2018 the intention to add other mention of the HPC Busi- catalog. A major in physi- practicable courses as soon as ness College; there was quite cal education was possible. possible. The 1929-30 catalog a bit of material on the new Alpha Chi an honorary schol- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid noted that any student who dam and lake that was being arship society was replaced took pre-professional work built north of Brownwood. with a local organization the (FAFSA) for 2017-2018 can be completed at and completed at least 28 In 1933 the term “majors” Lincoln Scholarship Society. www.fafsa.gov. majors would receive, upon was replaced with semester During the next academic completion of their work, the hours and honor points were year there was renewed in- B.A. degree from HPC with given on the basis of a plus or terest in a museum. This was The HPU Financial Aid application is available in a major in that profession. minus, with A-plus carrying prompted by a considerable the Financial Aid Office, Room 109 of the Packer As all courses were offered nine honor points. The fac- gift from Albert Boenicke, a Administration Building. as correspondence courses ulty were required to report pioneer citizen of the county, except lad science, and a stu- weekly absences from both who presented the college dent could take up to one- class and chapel as well as stu- with several hundred mounted If you need with your Financial Aid application, third of the course work for dents failing in the classroom. specimens of natural history contact the Financial Aid a degree by correspondence. A Department of Biblical and ethnology as well as Indian A new emphasis was made Literature as well as a De- relics. This was joined by Dr. Office at 325/649-8015 or go by the in the catalog concerning partment of Commerce were C. G. Schurman’s collection Financial Aid Office. Bible. Included were “Bible established. A great deal of of Indian relics from the up- in the Curriculum,” chapel, space in that fall’s catalog was per Mississippi Valley region. Sports MARCH 30, 2017 PAGE 13 Jackets extend streak to seven wins 7-2 HPU hosts Concordia this weekend at Don Shepard Park

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The Howard Payne baseball team extended its win streak to seven games and improved to 7-2 in American South- west Conference play with a 6-1 and 16-10 doubleheader sweep Saturday over LeTour- neau at Don Shepard Park. The Yellow Jackets, 14-7 overall and 7-2 in conference, will host Concordia in a three- game series this weekend. Friday’s game is scheduled for 2 p.m., with Saturday’s doubleheader set for 1 p.m. HPU’s win streak also in- cludes a rare three-game the final frame of the seven- sweep of Hardin-Simmons on inning game allowing just March 17-18 in Abilene. The one hit and striking out one. Jackets haven’t lost since a Benjamin Lewis fin- March 4 nonconference game ished the game 2-for-3 at the at the University of Dallas. plate with a RBI. Leadoff After taking Friday series man Joshua Gerig walked opener 7-4 from LeTourneau, in all four of his plate ap- the Jackets used 25 total hits pearances, scoring twice. on Saturday to claim 6-1 and After giving up three runs 16-10 wins from to complete in the first two frames on their second consecutive game two, the Jackets used a three-game sweep of an ASC five-run third to gain the lead opponent. Howard Payne tal- for good. The five-run frame lied 18 hits in the series finale. was highlighted by a two-run In Saturday’s game one, homer by freshman Michael the Jackets jumped out to a Nowak, the first of his career. 4-0 lead after scoring two HPU scored multiple runs runs in the second inning and over the next three innings two more in the third. Le- to lead 15-7 at the end of Tourneau’s only score in the the sixth inning. The Jack- Photos by game come in the sixth on a ets added another single run Josiah Hughes solo homerun to right field. in the seventh and cruised HPU answered in the bot- to 16-10 victory posting Smih finished out the game tom of the inning scoring on a 18 total hits in the game. going the final 1.2 innings Blake Null RBI single to left Joshua O’Conner picked up allowing one run on one center and a Benjamin Lewis his first win of the season in hits and striking out two. walk that was a wild pitch relief after the Nathan Wey- Six Yellow Jackets record- that allowed Brett Quack- rauch start. O’Conner threw ed multiple hits in the game enbush to score from third. 2.2 innings allowing two runs – led by Noah Payne, Brett Kyle Ramon picked up his on three hits. Weyrauch in the Quackenbush and Benjamin first win (1-0) of the year in start went 4 innings allow- Lewis’ three hits each. Da- the start, pitching 6 innings ing four runs on three hits. vid Groves, Michael Nowak and allowing one run on just Chandler Clark saw .2 in- and Cliff Linceford each had three hits and striking out nings of work allowing three two hits in the game. Nowak four. Xavier Haines threw runs on three hits. Welsey led with three runs batted in. Sports PAGE 14 MARCH 30, 2017 No off-season for Molloy HPU SPORTS UPDATE Baseball HPU senior plays volleyball in the fall and tennis in the spring Record: 14-7, 7-2 in ASC March 17: HPU 5, HSU 1 March 18: HPU 6, HSU 4 March 18: HPU 13, HSU 11 chad anders March 24: HPU 7, LeTourneau 4 sports Writer March 25: HPU 6, LeTourneau 1 March 25: HPU 16, LeTourneau 10 March 31: Concordia at HPU, 2 p.m. Being a student-athlete requires a April 1: Concordia at HPU, 1 p.m. juggling act. You must find a way to bal- ance school and sports with the hopes Softball you can get your GPA high enough during the off-season so you can fo- Record: 5-21-1, 3-18-0 in ASC cus on your sport during its season. March 24: HSU 6, HPU 2 That’s not the case, though, for Howard Payne senior Callie Molloy. March 24: HSU 4, HPU 0 She doesn’t get an off-season as she March 25: HSU 5, HPU 2 not only captained the HPU volleyball March 31: HPU at UT Dallas, 2 p.m. team, but also does some work on the April 1: HPU at UT Dallas, 12 p.m. concrete of the tennis courts as well. “I’ve always been involved in a Women’s Tennis lot,” Molloy said. “Whether it be in Record: 3-10, 0-0 in ASC sports or other organizations. When I was in high school I played volley- March 10: HPU 8, LeTourneau 1 ball, tennis, basketball, ran track, was March 11: HPU 6, TLU 3 a cheerleader, and I was also in band, March 11: Hendrix 8, HPU 1 FFA, 4-H, and my church youth group. March 23: HPU 7, Friends 2 “Coming from a small town, do- Courtesy Photo March 24: Schreiner 6, HPU 3 ing everything was just normal. It Callie Molloy serving in tennis. March 31: HPU at HSU kept you busy and out of trouble. Plus, there was nothing else to do.” April 1: HPU at McMurry While Molloy has now limited do something, you better do it the incorporating agility and endurance. herself to only two sports, she’s still best you can and you don’t quit.” For tennis, we focus more on agil- Men’s Tennis very involved on campus and in town. And a grizzly she has been. Mol- ity and endurance,” Molloy said. Record: 0-9, 0-0 in ASC She attends church at Coggin Avenue loy helped lead the Jackets’ vol- The biggest difference may- Baptist, spends her Sunday evenings leyball team to its first conference be in the way she prepares March 10: LeTourneau 8, HPU 0 there in the college ministry, Genu- tournament berth in over a decade, for matches in each sport. March 11: TLU 7, HPU 2 ine, and is also very active in HPU’s along with being named Ameri- “I feel like all athletes have a cer- March 11: Hendrix 8, HPU 1 Fellowship of Christian Athletes. can Southwest Conference Tennis tain pre-game routine no matter March 24: Schreiner 9, HPU 0 Being so busy, sometimes it’s hard player of the week earlier in March. what sport they are playing,” said March 31: HPU at HSU to stay focused and motivated. That To top it all off, she over- Molloy. “You just have your own April 1: HPU at McMurry doesn’t seem to be an issue for Molloy. achieved in the student aspect of way of getting zoned in on what being a student athlete by earning you need to do. So the biggest dif- “The love of the game I think is Men’s Golf what keeps me motivated,” said Mol- a 4.0 GPA during the fall semes- ference would have to be, I have to ter – when volleyball was in season. put sunscreen on for one sport.” loy. “I fell in love with these two HPU’s Reed Shelley finished tied for sports a long time ago. I truly love Being successful at one sport is Molloy is a solid example of some- difficult enough for most athletes, one who plays for the love of the game, third overall, shooting a 151 over the every aspect of the games I play.” two-round Texas Cup tournament She also says her family has a but the fact that Molloy has been and does everything to the best of their huge part in her wanting to be suc- able to succeed in both up to this ability leaving the results up to the hosted by UT Dallas last weekend. cessful in everything she does. point demonstrates her ability to Lord. After she graduates in May, she Shelley finished the second round “One other huge component is my preserver and overcome obstacles. will be joining our friends up the road with a 73, earning All-Tournament parents,” Molloy said. “They always What’s the training dif- in Abilene at Hardin-Simmons, where honors. HPU’s Andrew Errico and told me I could do anything I set my mind ference in each sport? she has accepted a graduate assistant Guy Ekstrom each finished tied for to and once you start, you don’t stop. “The main difference in train- job within their volleyball program. 37th with a 161. Errico recorded an “A saying in my family is ‘If you ing is that during volleyball sea- “I’m excited for this next step in eagle during the event. As a team, the are going to be a bear, you better son we focused on building and my life,” said Molloy. “I can’t wait Jackets finished six out of nine teams. be a grizzly.’ So, if you’re going to maintaining strength while also to see how God is going to use me.” News MARCH 30, 2017 PAGE 15 SGA introduces 2017-2018 candidates year is current SGA vice Rachel Hughes president Isaac Sommers. His runningmate for vice staff writer president is Titus Brown. Juniors Andrea Balderas Tuesday night the Howard and Djimonni Jackson are Payne Student Government running for senior senator Association hosted a chapel positions next year, while session in which SGA candi- Jenna Underwood is run- dates gave speeches. These ning for the position of cadidates are running for posi- presiding senior senator. tions on the SGA in the upcom- Sophomores Kade Kahanek ing 2017-2018 academic year. and Spencer Wolverton are Current SGA president both running for the position Sydney Spencer briefed the of presiding junior senator. audience on this year’s ac- Freshmen Haylee Wil- complishments for the school, liams and Jordan Hahn such as hosting a dance in are running for positions Sydney Spencer Isaac Sommers the fall and plans for anoth- as sophomore senators. er after HPU Fest, planning There are still openings Homecoming alongside the in each class, which can Alumni Association, build- be applied for at the begin- ing the hammock hotel, and ning of the fall semester. most recently, working with Voting will be held later maintenance to fix the chairs this semester so check your in the Newman building. emails for more informa- The uncontested presi- tion on how to vote online. dential candidate for next

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