8 7th COMMENCEMENT May 11, 2019 | 10 a.m. Recreation Center #CSUlater #CSUgrad19 3 To the 87th Graduating Class of Clarks Summit University: Today, you don the attire of one who has made a significant achievement. You walk across the stage, move the tassel and join more than 17,000 CSU alumni who are serving our Savior around the globe. We celebrate you and the growth you have made as you earned your degree, remembering it is all through the grace and strength of an all- powerful God. You have pursued your God-given passion, surrounded by peers and professors who encouraged you along the way. It is not the end of those relationships. As you advance into the careers and ministries God has already prepared for you, we at CSU remain committed to your growth and will cheer you along the way—as professionals, as servants of Christ, as friends. In addition to your preparation in one of more than 70 different academic programs, many of you have taken advantage of unique learning opportunities. Study abroad programs, intentionally designed on-campus employment, Defender athletics, leadership development, mentoring relationships, ministry opportunities, internships, theatrical and musical performances—you know how great of an influence these things have had in shaping your collegiate experience and preparing you for what is ahead. Pause a moment to take it all in today. Look around at your fellow graduates and envision the exciting ways you will each change your world for Christ. Look at members of your own family and members of the CSU family, and thank those who have played a part in your growth. Look back and see the next classes of CSU Defenders whom you have already influenced as leaders and friends. As you leave the Summit, seek out ways to work with one another. We believe we are more effective when we work together, united by the same goal in serving the same God. We pray you will always prioritize your relationship with Christ, pursue the goals He has for you and live out the hope you have in your Savior. You are Christ centered, career ready. We look forward to watching you succeed. #CSUlater #CSUgrad19 2019 e Commencement Ceremony e † Processional Pomp and Circumstance March No.1 ¬ Congregational Hymn The Power of the Cross Edward Elgar Keith Getty & Stuart Townsend Oh, to see the dawn of the darkest day: Concert Choir Battle of Jericho Christ on the road to Calvary. Mark Hayes Tried by sinful men, torn and beaten, then nailed to a cross of wood. Invocation and Remarks Matt Calderón, M.S. Chairman, Board of Trustees CHORUS: This, the pow’r of the cross: Christ became sin for us; Took the blame, bore the wrath—We stand forgiven at the cross. Scripture Reading Proverbs 4:10-13, 20-23 (ESV) Paul Golden, M.Div. Oh, to see the pain written on Your face, Executive Director of Alumni & Development bearing the awesome weight of sin. 10 Hear, my son, and accept my words, Ev’ry bitter thought, ev’ry evil deed, that the years of your life may be many. crowning Your bloodstained brow. 11 I have taught you the way of wisdom; (CHORUS) I have led you in the paths of uprightness. 12 When you walk, your step will not be hampered, Now the daylight flees; now the ground beneath quakes and if you run, you will not stumble. as its Maker bows His head. 13 Keep hold of instruction; do not let go; Curtain torn in two, dead are raised to life. guard her, for she is your life. “Finished!” the vict’ry cry. (CHORUS) 20 My son, be attentive to my words; Oh, to see my name written in the wounds, incline your ear to my sayings. 21 for through Your suffering I am free. Let them not escape from your sight; Death is crushed to death; life is mine to live, keep them within your heart. won through Your selfless love. 22 For they are life to those who find them, and healing to all their flesh. 23 FINAL CHORUS: Keep your heart with all vigilance, This, the pow’r of the cross: Son of God—slain for us. for from it flow the springs of life. What a love! What a cost! We stand forgiven at the cross. Vocal Soloist The One Kezia McNeal Curry, Ph.D. Presentation of Candidates William Higley, Ph.D. Trustee Vice President for Academics Introduction of Speaker James Lytle, D.Min. President Conferring of Degrees James Lytle, D.Min. President Commencement Address Moving of the Tassels William Higley, Ph.D. Roddy Hannah, M.S.C.M., LPC, NCC Vice President for Academics Associate Pastor, Cocalico Community Church Prayer of Dedication Allen Dreyer, M.Min. Clarks Summit University Executive Director of Administrative Services Concert Choir Director: Adam Schwamb ¬ College Hymn Holding Fast the Faithful Word W. S. Miller Accompanist: Jennifer Johnson Faithful He who promised life, True is the Word He gave. Faithful is His blessed Son believing souls to save. Sopranos Altos CHORUS: Elizabeth Abbott Erika Bopp Holding fast the faithful Word, Laura Abbott Mariah Fredenburg Holding fast the faithful Word; Rebecca Cook Katherine Howard Until He comes again, we’ll follow in His train. Jessica Golobek Emily Johnson Holding fast the faithful Word. Rose Hess Dani Mansberger Jesus Christ the living Word, Comforter, Guide and Stay, Grace Ives Mikaela Meaders Bids us point lost souls to Him, the Life, the Truth, the Way. Makaela Johnson Mallory Neuman Jasmine Kiswani Alyssa Patterson (CHORUS) Gillian Koch Ciara Picciano He our Master lives on high; Soon He will come again; Autumn Mason Kristen Pontz Then we’ll go to be with Him, and with Him we shall reign. Brittnee Moore Naomi Muennich Bass (CHORUS) Taylor Stuck James Carr Samuel Carvalho Tenors † Recessional This Is Our Moment Nicholas Hall Lane Bonewitz Guy-Curtis Henderson Mikeschair Caleb Brink Caleb Painter Phillip Davidson Kevin Straka Jared Demerly Song Leader—Adam Schwamb, M.M., Assistant Professor, Micah Mowers School of Arts and Sciences James Partridge Pianist—David Harris, D.M.A., Professor, Jack Simons School of Arts and Sciences Noah Valen Christian Sylvester ¬ Audience Standing | † Audience Seated Due to the special nature of this occasion, please take a moment to turn off your cell phone before the service begins. Those with young children may choose to enjoy the entire ceremony on a screen in classroom 209 off the mezzanine. #CSUlater #CSUgrad19 e 2019 e CLASS OF Associate of Arts Mayling Chinelo Ijomah Allison Jacqueline Glennon Tunkhannock, PA Sharon, MA v Shelby Joy DeKoeyer Communications, High Honor Sports & Recreational Ministries Van Etten, NY General Education ? Jesse Daniel King Savannah Ray Gonzalez Asheville, NC Abigail Ruth Engle Newburgh, NY Communications, Highest Honor Counseling Ministries, Highest Honor Irvona, PA Business Administration Naomi Danielle Muennich Kirk D. Hale Anchorage, AK Pittsville, WI v Kyle Forster Communications, High Honor Youth Pastor Dillsburg, PA Business Administration Colleen R. Noll v Stephen J. Hanson Wausau, WI Alijah D. Rockefeller Spring Brook Twp., PA Communications, High Honor Integrated Studies, Highest Honor Little Genesee, NY General Education Nicole Ann Haynes Bachelor of Science Afton, NY v Laurie Marie Scarborough Mathematics, Highest Honor Basom, NY v Rafe Andersen v H Elizabeth Ledford General Education, Highest Honor Schulenburg, TX Christian Ministries, Highest Honor Cottonwood, AZ Ciara Faith Thompson Degree Completion, Highest Honor Cumberland, MD Michelle Banos Daniel R. Lindsay Business Administration Hawley, PA Degree Completion, Highest Honor Phillipsburg, NJ v Todd D. Wells Jr. Pastoral Ministries, Highest Honor Oswego, NY Dylon C. Beamer v Brooke Leandra Long Integrated Studies, High Honor Susquehanna, PA Integrated Studies Alma, AR Degree Completion, High Honor Bachelor of Arts Rachel Marie Brondyke Kayla Brooke Murphy Sylvia Chabala Trinity, FL Degree Completion Unionville, CT Peckville, PA Biology, Highest Honor Communications, High Honor v H David W. Brookins Columbia, SC Mary Ellen Musser ? Jessica Marie Eddy3 Degree Completion, Highest Honor Bedford, PA Worthington, PA Intercultural Studies, Honor Communications, Honor Megan D. Card H Chaim J. O’Deens Windsor, NY Susanna R. Ferbrache Coatesville, PA Biology, Honor St. Charles, MO Acc. Degree Completion, Highest Honor Communications v Leisha Nicole Edwards Anna Nasa Osman East Bridgewater, MA Breanne Gabrielle Hamilton Cape May, NJ Integrated Studies, Highest Honor Scranton, PA Biology, Highest Honor v Communications, Highest Honor Tyler Gilbert v Melissa Paris Hallstead, PA Slade, KY Youth Pastor Integrated Studies, Highest Honor Meghan E. Pollock H Sean James Yusten Chelsea Gail McKeen Chattanooga, TN Wisconsin Rapids, WI Albion, ME Specialized Ministries, High Honor Integrated Studies, Highest Honor Office Administration, Highest Honor Derrick Thomas Polohonki Kelly Mae Neff Dubois, PA Bachelor of Science in Bible Clarks Summit, PA Sports & Recreational Ministries Joseph A. Gonzalez Office Administration, Honor Samuel D. Reider Sewell, NJ Victor Chinenye Obetta Owen Sound, ON, Canada Intercultural Studies, Honor South Abington Twp., PA Integrated Studies Josiah James Hall Business Administration, Honor Alicia Cellina Romero Binghamton, NY Far Rockaway, NY Pastoral Ministries Bachelor of Science Pre-Physical Therapy v Meagan J. Handy in Counseling v Laurie Marie Scarborough Fillmore, IN Courtney Brown Basom, NY Degree Completion, Honor Lewisberry, PA Christian Ministries, Highest Honor Guy-Curtis Henderson Joshua Burleigh Hannah Morgan Smith Dingman’s Ferry, PA Bethlehem Township, PA Pre-Seminary, Honor South Abington Twp., PA Megan D. Card Pre-Athletic Training, Honor v Kalista Joy Knous Windsor, NY Michael J. Stott Saint Marys, OH Honor Christian Ministries, High Honor Gansevoort, NY Susanna R. Ferbrache Christian Ministries Richard Lee Kominek St. Charles, MO Kevin Andrew Straka Genoa, OH Honor Degree Completion Wilkes-Barre, PA v Jamie Rae Ford Mathematics, Highest Honor Domingo Roberto Rodriguez Center Hill, FL Katymae Marie Swan Clarks Summit, PA Highest Honor Intercultural Youth Ministries Sandusky, NY v Mackenzie D.