For privacy reasons, this online edition of Wheaton magazine does not contain the Class News section. Subsequently, this page is left blank due to the revised layout. winter 2012 During winter, the hills of central California turn their brightest green and then gradually change from summer gold to autumn brown—a subtle transition and a surprising reversal of the seasonal expectations WHEATON in the Midwest where artist Dotty Fischer Hawthorne ’66 grew up. Inspired by these nuances, Dotty titled her latest show “Seasons.” She produced 20 paintings over the last year for her exhibit at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art in California during November 2011. Dotty, a plein air painter who works in pastel, watercolor, and oil says, “The seasons here have intrigued me. I love being outside and creating from what I see.” To get a sense for what the light is doing, Dotty sets up her easel on location. She paints for several hours, also photographing the scene as the light shifts so she can refer to the photos later. Drawn to celebrate the Creator of all things in her work, Dotty says, “The beauty and complexity of created forms, the interaction of light, shadow, and atmosphere, the subtleties of color—these are all evidence of the One who creates and loves us. It is a privilege to be an artist and to closely observe these gifts.” Dotty is a fifth generation Wheaton graduate who never questioned her desire to be an artist. She grew up in Wheaton, but Dotty and her husband, Jim ’65, moved to California when their three children were young. She has a studio at home, Shining in and is co-owner of The Gallery at the Network in San Luis Obispo. An award- Remembrance winning painter, Dotty has illustrated Wheaton’s World War II veterans books authored by her daughters, Leslie Hawthorne Klingler ’95 and Shelley Hawthorne Smith ’98. Inside: Dr. Arthur Holmes: a Tribute • Students Serve in Chicago • Insight from 9/11 86365_Covers.indd 1 Version A 11/25/11 1:59 PM Wheaton College exists to help build the church and improve society worldwide by promoting the development of whole and effective Christians through excellence in programs of Christian higher education. This mission expresses our commitment to do all things “For Christ and His Kingdom.” volume 15 issue 1 winter 2012 12 30 alumni news departments 33 A Word with Alumni 2 Letters Kurt Tillman ’78, president-elect of the alumni association 5 News Sports 34 Wheaton Alumni Association News 10 Association news, and events 56 Authors Books by Wheaton’s faculty; thoughts on poverty 39 Alumni Class News from published alumnus Mark Lutz ’75, M.A. ’81. 58 Readings Excerpts from the Chapel address by Dr. Timothy Cover photo: Presented in Chapel by the Student Council, in February Larsen ’89, M.A. ’90, commemorating 9/11. 1943, this 15-square-foot rayon taffeta WWII service flag was, according to The Wheaton Record, an “indication of the affectionate regard Wheaton 60 Faculty Voice College has for the boys in the forces.” A special pocket in the large central Dr. Daniel Burden’s exploration of the nanoscale star held a card with the number of men who were “in the fight”—the final evokes faith-filled reflections and discovery. estimate upwards of 1,450 students and alumni. The gold stars on the flag, which at the War’s end would number 39, are “shining in remembrance of 61 Student Profile the heroes who won’t be back.” The Gold Star Chapel, formerly in the Hastert Center intern Andrew Flavin ’12 learns Memorial Student Center and now in the Beamer Student Center, is named a lesson in diplomacy in Ireland. in honor of these 39 men who died in WWII. Photo by Carlos Vergara ’82. 62 Wheaton in the World Image above (left): England’s Certificate of Registration for Helen Joy A visit to Asia enriches Dr. Karin Redekopp Davidman (the wife of C. S. Lewis). Courtesy of the Marion E. Wade Center. Edwards’ life as a professional artist and educator. Inside photos: Peter Vagt ’71, above (center) and pp. 30-31; Marissa 64 President’s Perspective Maharaj, above (right); Les Barker, pp. 2, 12-13; Michael Hudson ’89, pp. 6, 9-11, 22, 24, 33-34, 36-37, reunion photos (40-42, 44-45, 47-49), 501 College Avenue Wheaton, Illinois 60187 52-53, 60, inside back cover. 86365_Covers.indd 1 11/26/11 7:06 AM WHEATO N contents 30 51 departments features 2 Letters Works of Joy The Art of Appreciation Wheaton’s Marion E. Wade Center acquires a An interview with Drs. Gary Chapman ’60 and 5 News 12collection of Helen Joy Davidman’s personal letters, 26Paul White ’79, authors of The 5 Languages 10 Sports papers, and poetry, shedding light into the lives of of Appreciation in the Workplace, explores the Helen and her husband, C. S. Lewis. value of communicating appreciation at work. 56 Authors by Monica M. Jones Books by Wheaton’s faculty; thoughts on poverty A Cohort of 23 from published alumnus Mark Lutz ’75, M.A. ’81. One cold winter day in 1943, a group of 23 men left their A Foundation of Service Readings 14studies at Wheaton behind to report for duty at Fort Partnering with ministries throughout Chicago, 58 Excerpts from the Chapel address by Dr. Timothy Sheridan, Illinois, to serve in World War II. Wheaton 28new students and current sophomores Larsen ’89, M.A. ’90, commemorating 9/11. remembers the sacrifice of these 23 men—and other devote a day to community service during veterans—following their journeys during and after the war. New Student Orientation. 60 Faculty Voice by Jeremy Weber ’05 and Dr. Robert C. Baptista ’44 by Alanna Foxwell-Barajas ’06 Dr. Daniel Burden’s exploration of the nanoscale evokes faith-filled reflections and discovery. Pieces of Heaven A Life Well Lived 61 Student Profile The Wheaton College Alumni Association honors Don Wheaton remembers the life of Dr. Arthur F. Hastert Center intern Andrew Flavin ’12 learns 22Meyer ’57, trustee emeritus, with the Alumnus of the Year 30Holmes ’50, M.A.’52, professor of philosophy a lesson in diplomacy in Ireland. 2011 Award for Distinguished Service to Alma Mater. emeritus, with a tribute from one of his former by Katherine Halberstadt Anderson ’90 students, now a university professor of Wheaton in the World 62 philosophy and humanities. A visit to Asia enriches Dr. Karin Redekopp An Anniversary List by Dr. C. Stephen Evans ’69 Edwards’ life as a professional artist and educator. Looking back at the first 38 households that committed 64 President’s Perspective 24to give to help keep Wheaton affordable for every student, Wheaton Associates celebrates 30 years. by Dawn Kotapish ’92 86365_Covers.indd 1 11/18/11 2:35 PM letter from the editor ur cover story for this issue of Wheaton centers around what was Editor Georgia I. Douglass ’70, M.A. ’94 on the front page of the February 16, 1943, Wheaton Record—a picture Assistant Editor of 17 out of a total of 23 Wheaton students who went off to war together. Monica M. Jones Reading their World War II memories, compiled in 2001 by Bob Editorial Consultant Baptista ’44, has drawn me into the lives of this cohort of 23 men who Katherine Halberstadt Anderson ’90 were still in, or barely out of, their teens when they relinquished their Design Consultants Alice Isoz Chrismer ’70 odeferments to report for duty. These 23 would not be wending their way Ellen Mardock Chrismer+ Mardock Communication to class through Blanchard’s halls. Instead their paths would take them Class News Editor around the world, on a journey whose end was known only to God. Donna Antoniuk Recently I took a walk through Wheaton’s Todd M. Beamer Student Editorial Adviser Center, dedicated to three Wheaton alumni killed on September 11, 2001 Dr. R. Mark Dillon (see pages 58-59): Jeffrey Mladenik M.A. ’95, Jason Oswald ’95, and Wheaton Alumni Association President Todd Beamer ’91—all victims in yet another war. Christopher A. Jahns ’82 The Beamer Center was filled, as usual, with students full of energy President-Elect and activity. I watch them. They are not unlike those 23 students Kurt Tillman ’78 of seven decades past—young men and women for whom time is Executive Director Cindra Stackhouse Taetzsch ’82 unfolding. Professor Emeritus In the Stupe a couple enjoys lattes while texting on their iPhones. Leroy H. Pfund ’49 (Might they be texting each other?) But I imagine sweethearts Martha Alumni Trustee Representatives Cole ’45 and Bob Baptista ’44 as being there, having chocolate ice Christopher A. Jahns ’82 Kurt Tillman ’78 Georgia I. Douglass cream and an obviously good time. Timothy A. Stoner ’82 ’70, M.A. ’94 In Anderson Commons five Thunder football players sit together at Wheaton College Editor President a large round table, their lunch plates piled high with calories that would Dr. Philip G. Ryken ’88 disappear during afternoon practice. But I see instead the Crusader’s Provost star player, “Fritz” Lange ’45, with teammates Art Anderson ’45, Bob Dr. Stanton L. Jones Whitaker ’48, Bob Ferguson ’44, and Jim Buswell ’48. In a little more Vice President for Finance Dale A. Kemp than a year, Fritz would not stand in a huddle on the football field, but Vice President for Student instead hunker down in a foxhole, manning a machine gun. He would die Development there in fierce battle. Paul O. Chelsen ’91 I peer through the glass panel next to the door of The Record Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Relations office.