Enjoyable evening at the Council of Independent Colleges Presidents Institute Awards Banquet as Ann Die Hasselmo, retiring president of the American Academic Leadership Institute and senior consultant with Academic Search, Inc., was recognized with the Distinguished Service Award. As Chair of the Academic Search, Inc., Board of Directors and Vice Chair of the AALI Board, we're joined for the picture by Tom Kepple (left), new president of AALI, and Nils Hasselmo (Ann's husband & former president of the University of Minnesota).

Bethany College Trivia

Q: What is the longest standing record for the Swimming & Diving Teams?

A: Set in 1969, the Men’s 400 Freestyle Relay record has stood for 45 years. Jeff Stuek ’70, John Murray ’70, Jim Brunson ’72 and Jim Veres ’70 swam the relay in 3:17.50.

Enjoyed being a panelist on the topic "Building Value: Linking Classroom to Career" at the CIC Presidents Institute at Marco Island, Florida. Pictured with other panelists: David R. Anderson, President of St Olaf College (MN), and Jackie Jenkins-Scott, President of Wheelock College (MASS). Convener: Devorah Lieberman, President, University of La Verne (CA). Talked about the McCann Student Investment Fund, Cooey-Davis Fellowships, The Bethany Plan, Kalon Scholars, unique programs in Communications and Media Arts and Social Work...and more.

 

Pleased to serve as Chair of The Council of Colleges and Universities of the Christian Church (DOC). Pictured with: Guy Waldrop (Director of TCCUCC), Rev. Todd Adams (Vice President, Christian Church), and Ken Garren (Vice Chair, TCCUCC & President of Lynchburg College).

Nothing like an early morning road race in mid-30s temps to start the new year. Happy New Year Bethanians (and friends) everywhere!

While visiting Johnson City, Tennessee, Zachary (Assistant Professor of Music/Director of the Bethany Choir) and Jenni Marshall attended worship Dec. 29 at Munsey United Methodist Church with Robert and Jane LaPella. Jane, the organist at the church, is a 1957 graduate of Bethany College. Jane is retiring as organist in January after 50 years of music ministry. Bob served on the music faculty at Bethany from 1954-1957.

The final Athletic Management Council of the Fall Semester was held as a luncheon at Christman Manor.  Thanks to Brian Rose (Director of Athletics and Recreation/Compliance Coordinator), Jan Forsty (Associate Director/Head Softball Coach), and Aaron Anslow (Faculty Athletics Representative) for their leadership of our 22 sport intercollegiate program.  

Bethany College Trivia

Q: What program garnered national attention for Bethany during the 1959-60 academic year?

A: The "Education for Responsible Citizenship" program, which began during the spring semester in 1960, garnered nationwide attention as the "the first down-to-earth, precinct level course in practical politics ever offered by an American college." President Gresham developed the program to give emphasis to both theoretical political science and practical politics. Dr. Gresham appointed C. William O'Neill, former governor of Ohio, as professor of Public Affairs. Gov. O'Neill gave a series of 16 lectures to the entire student body.

A Bethany welcome to our new head athletic trainer Roger Olean (center). He has over 20 years of experience as an athletic trainer and comes to Bethany after serving the last year at Salem International University. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Allied Health from Slippery Rock University and his master's degree in Physical Education from Springfield College. At left is Brian Rose, Director of Athletics and Recreation.

Enjoyable dinner at Christman Manor last night in honor of our two exchange students from Heidelberg, Germany. Pictured (from left): David Black, Provost; Sven de Jong, Senior Vice President; Annie, Nada Markovic, Yannick Niedworok, Joe Lovano, Professor of World Languages; Harald Menz, Professor of World Languages/Director of International Studies.