Newsletter - MyBHU Fall 2012 by Marcelo Silva

Fall 2012

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BEULAH HEIGHTS UNIVERSITY CAMPUS NEWS AND EVENTS

Our students are our greatest ambassadors~ President Benson Karanja The Religious Studies Department, under Our weekly chapel experience, facilitated the leadership of Professor Walter Turner by Dean of the Chapel Dr. Johnathan he Fall 2012 Discovery Days was had a great showing of guests and students Alvarado and his team, was filled with as they held two roundtable discussions worship, fellowship and excellent preaching a week of excitement as prospective covering all aspects of Creationism. as our guest discovered what makes BHU students enjoyed the BHU classroom and Professor Dennis Malone led an so distinct. On campus experience. The Student Life and “The roundtable was both well attended and excellent discussion along with Tuesday we Enrollment Management (SLEM) team focused and provided mutual feed back. I look Professor John Nash on this heard from worked collectively with all departments to forward to do follow up discussions on that and subject. They also took Graduate ensure that our guests had the best similar subjects.”~ Professor Dennis Malone questions from students and Studies experience possible. The SLEM team guests as they dove deeper into the subject Department Chair Dr. Mark Hardgrove and prepared gift Pastor of Conyers Church of God as he bags, set up “The Roundtable expressed and highlighted the of Creationism. Our Leadership importance and relevance of theological educaStudies Department, under the preached on Purity, Prayer, Power and for tion.”~ Christopher Duffie leadership of Professor Betty Praise. On Thursday we heard from BHU roundtables Palmer, hosted a Discovery Alumni and new faculty member Pastor Billy and greeted our guests. The week kicked off Moments in Leadership where students and Honor Senior Pastor of New Life on Saturday September 15, 2012 with our guests were able to talk to our professors Presbyterian Church as he reminded us that Master of Business Administration Program and get to know them. Both of our “If you want to find your place you have to (MBA). Students and guests enjoyed a undergraduate programs did get in the book and find out presentation by Dr. Jarrod Burch; in which an excellent job of providing who you are.” As a special he gave an exemplary presentation on the students and guests with an treat for our evening students United States Constitution, the voting unforgettable experience. who are not able to enjoy the process (electoral college) and explained to BHU Chapel experience on them the importance of getting out to vote. The Division of Graduate Tuesdays and Thursdays, we Studies under the leadership of hosted an evening chapel. The BHU Dr. Mark Hardgrove, hosted a Bishop James Morton, Senior Student Roundtable discussing “Ecclesiastical Pastor of New Beginning F.G.B.C. gave us Government Leadership and the Role of Seminary in all hope as he told us told us to “not to give Association Preparing Students”. Dr. Hardgrove up.” He encouraged us to “wait until God (SGA) led by accompanied by two BHU professors Dr. says move because he hears the sound of SGA Percy Johnson and Dr. Johnathan Alvarado, the abundance of rain” and that “there is a President gave insights from their various backgrounds small cloud rising.” Arthur and experience. The students were actively When asked about the Chapel Experience Breland engaged as they participated in this thought for the week Dr. Alvarado said “The students sponsored a provoking discussion. were blessed, the word of God was Student and Staff Cookout where we all preached and God was glorified.” gathered as one BHU family to eat and

fellowship. This was a relaxing moment as we all took a break from their strenuous work load to enjoy the day.

“The professors provided great input and the students asked vital and relevant questions as we highlighted some important issues on leadership and theology.”~ Dr. Mark Hardgrove

By: Evan Simmons Evan.Simmons@beulah.org

“The Fall 2012 Discovery Days marked a very exciting period in the semester at BHU. The chapel services were extremely energized in addition to our regular Tuesday and Thursday day services, we were blessed to experience and an evening chapel with Bishop James Morton. Several faculty roundtables discussions exposed our guests and students to relevant issues within leadership and ministry today. Finally, the SGA cookout gave guests, students, staff and faculty an opportunity to connect over lunch and celebrate the uniqueness of BHU.”~ Vice-President Shawn Adams

Events International Picnic Where: Grant Park When: October 20, 2012

BHU Breast Cancer Survivor Testimonial

Impact Day and SGA Led Chapel Where: BHU Campus When: October 23, 2012 Leadership Roundtable Where: BHU Campus Samuel R. Chand Auditorium When: November 8, 2012 www.beulah.edu/roundtable Fall Break & Thanksgiving Break Where: BHU www.Beulah.edu When: November 19-24, 2012 Last Week of Classes Where: BHU Student Portal www.Beulah.edu When: December 3-8, 2012

Announcements Student Contributors The BHU Newsletter team is looking for Student Contributors to write articles on a diversity of subject matters. Please e-mail events@beulah.org for details. Transcript Info If you would like a copy of your Official or Unofficial Transcript or would like it sent to another institution, visit the Administration Building and ask the receptionist for a Transcript Request Form or visit www.beulah.edu There are two request options, Next Day ($10) and Five Business Days ($3). 2013 Graduates If you plan to graduate during the 2013 Commencement please meet with your Student Advisor. Applications are available at the Registrars Office or www.beulah.edu and are due October 5, 2012.

Newsletter Team Deborah Chand, Editor in Chief Peter Karanja, Supervising Editor Evan Simmons, Project Manager Marcelo Silva, Graphic Designer *Articles and feedback may be submitted to: events@beulah.org

am Juanita

Sims and I am elated to say that I am a “10 Year Breast Cancer Survivor”. Fortunately I had a mammogram in March 2002 and everything was fine. The next month I found a lump in one of my breast. I went to the doctor to have a biopsy done and when I returned for the results the doctor asked if I had family with me, which I replied “No”. Afterwards he asked me to sit down and I knew without a doubt that something was wrong. There’s a saying that “no news is good news”, the doctor had news for me and it was not good. I sat for a few moments and digested what had been said to me and I concluded the conversation with the doctor and prepared myself for this unknown journey. When I got home I kneeled down and said “Lord have mercy on me”. People told me all sorts of stories about how sick I would be and that it was ok because I know that God wants us to rest in him. To anyone going through this remember, to just trust God. My visits for treatment were fine except when the nurse had to insert the needle in the vein in my chest, it was so painful. I kept a smile on my face and encouraged others, as I was being encouraged. It’s good to know the Lord, every strand of hair on our head is numbered. It’s good to have a Savior that we can cast our cares upon. BHU I never left the office sad because I knew He would take me through this storm. Upon completing my treatments I was asked to head a support group, in which I declined because I loved

patients and did not want to have a relationship with them, then suddenly one would not show up. After retiring, I had an opportunity to become a Patient Navigator at Grady Memorial Hospital through the Avon Foundation Community Education and Outreach in February of 2007. I volunteered in the Grady breast clinic and I met people from all over, loved them and gave them support. and it was easy for me to relate to the people and their pain. Pushing forward I was the first survivor to join the Shades of Pink Breast Cancer Survivor’s Choir that has now been in existence for 10 years. In 2002 I stood firmly on the belief that “if God doesn’t do it, then it can’t be done”. It’s 2012 and I am still standing on that fact. I have had some good days and many hills in my life, but at the end of the day God has, and still is good to me. I ask Him to create in me a clean heart, renew a right spirit within me, let me love unconditionally, and as I yield to His ways He keeps on doing great things for me. God brought me through Ovarian Cancer, Non– Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and Breast Cancer. I can humbly say that I am a survivor. My BHU family trust God, get your check up, walk in His ways and as Professor Timothy Frazier would say “Trust the Process”. Article Submitted by: Mrs. Juanita Sims

New Program Highlight: Bachelor of Business Administration & Non-Profit Certificate

HU is always looking to broaden our degree offer-

ings to live out our mission to “Develop Global Leaders for Ministry and Marketplace”. We were recently approved to offer a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (BBA) coming Spring 2013. This undergraduate degree is for today's business professionals who will undertake a broad range of responsibilities involving interpersonal activities, decision-making, integration of technology, strategic communications, and teamwork. The BBA will also work hand in hand with the MBA Program; students have the opportunity to pursue dual degrees in a 5 year program in which at program completion will have earned both a BBA and MBA. During the course of a student’s time in this program they will go through four major components; General Studies, Religious Studies, Core Business, and Electives. The class offerings include: International Market and Trade Agreements, Human Resources Management and Global Business Management, which will fully equip a leader for the marketplace.

As we endeavor to reach a diversity of people, we will also offer a Certificate in Nonprofit Development and Management starting Spring 2013. This Certificate provides a blended format both online and in the classroom. This program is one of a few graduate certificates offered at Christian Universities. This 18– credit hour program is designed for the student to complete in just twelve months. According to the Georgia Center for Nonprofits, nonprofit organizations are the fastest growing corporations in Georgia, therefore this program is designed for the student to cover all aspects of this ever growing trend. For more information on these programs the BBA, MBA or the Nonprofit Development and Management Certificate please contact Dr. Angelita Howard.

By: Angelita Howard Angelita.Howard@beulah.org

Alumni Spotlight >>Shirley Rankine Birthplace: Philadelphia, PA Education: B.A. Religious Studies, Beulah Heights University Master of Divinity, Interdenominational Theological Center

Ms. Shirley Rankine Class of 2006 Coming from experience, what has been your biggest challenge since graduating from BHU? My biggest challenge has been one that plagues many college graduates and that is finding work in my field of study. Ms. Rankine since graduating from BHU what have you done in ministry? Since moving to Orlando, FL I have been working as a flight attendant and I have started a Bible Study for flight attendants. I am also an ordained Elder and serve at Exousia Lighthouse Christian Ministries.

Based on your experience after BHU, how did BHU best prepare you for your ministry/career? BHU prepared me in an excellent way because while being here it pushed me to do some deep soul searching and developed the biblical foundation needed to carry me through my life as a minister.

As you look toward the future is there anything you are currently working on? My current pursuit is to be faithful in the small things and trusting for greater things.

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Looking back over all of your life experiences and what you have gone through as a mother, student and minister, what has been your guiding scripture? My guiding scripture has been Romans 8: 28 “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.” KJV

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In Memorium:

Student Life News

Albert Franklin Conn, Alumnus ~ August 27, 2012 Class of 1966 Johnny Dawson ~ August 28, 2012 Class of 2013

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Fall 2012 Issue

Donor Spotlight >> Dr. Sherry Gaither

 BHU Donor

For the Fall 2012 Newsletter we have chosen to interview BHU Professor and BHU Supporter Dr. Sherry Gaither.

 BHU Professor

Dr. Gaither what is your relationship with BHU? God has blessed me to be a part of the teaching faculty for the past twenty-two years. My tenure began in 1991, when I was asked to teach one of the first extension classes at New Birth Baptist Church. Since that time, I have served as Director of Extensions, the initial developer of the Leadership Department, and Chairperson of Leadership. Every semester I try to “juggle” pastoring, teaching, and traveling, because I am committed to BHU, our president and the student body. My husband and I are honored to partner with Dr. Karanja to fulfill the vision that God has given him. BHU has truly become a “change agent”, impacting our nation and our world.

 Co-Pastor of

Stronghold C h r i s t ia n Church  L if e C o a c h  Entrepreneur  Author

How did your time in BHU affect/ influence you? Our former college president, Dr. Sam Chand and Dr. Karanja, were both instrumental in helping me to “fall in love” with Africa. Over ten years ago, I was asked to go to Kenya, to represent the Leadership Department, as part of a delegation from BHU. Since that time, I have served in Kenya, Ghana, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Zimbabwe, and several cities in Mexico. I feel honored that God would allow me to play a role in imparting knowledge to our students. It is truly a blessing to see how God is using the students who matriculate through BHU.

Describe your experience as a current donor of BHU: My husband and I believe that BHU is valuable resource in our community. The greatest investment that one can make—is in people. We are committed to ensuring that BHU remain financially stable and we believe in “giving back” to institutions that have played a major role in empowering students. What are you currently involved with? I wear so many “hats”—I’m a co-pastor, professor, life coach, author, entrepreneur, wife, mother, and grandmother and with all of that, I still have a passion and invitations to do mission work.

If you are interested in supporting Beulah Heights University as we work to develop relevant Christian leaders for the ministry and marketplace, please go to www.beulah.edu/Impact . Also be sure to follow our IMPACT Campaign via Twitter at www.twitter.com/ImpactBHU

By: Alison Kim Alison.Kim@beulah.org

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