HOMECOMING SCHEDULE Homecoming 2014 will feature a weekend full of activities for students & alumni, faculty & staff, family & friends. Everyone is invited to participate in the exciting festivities listed below. Students will have some special events throughout the week leading up to Homecoming Weekend, including: Midnight Madness (Mon., Nov. 3); Blue & Gold Spirit Days (Tues. & Wed., Nov. 4 & 5); Operation Christmas Child collection (Tues. & Wed., Nov. 4 & 5); Throwback Thursday Family Dinner (Thurs., Nov. 6); and a Student Pool Night with a Dive-In Movie (Friday, Nov. 7).
FRI., NOV. 7 Anniversary Reunion Tea 4:00 p.m. A.J. Staples Room This special Anniversary Reunion Tea will be a time of honoring members of the classes of 1954, 1964, & 1989 who are celebrating their 60th, 50th and 25th reunions. Members of these classes should RSVP to 951.343.4946 or events@calbaptist.edu to ensure their seats are reserved. More information can be found on page 6. Presidential Reception 5:30 p.m. Spiritual Life Conference Room - Lancer Plaza This reception is for the 2014 Alumni Award Recipients and other invited guests.
Alumni Awards Dinner 6:00 p.m. Recreation Center The annual Alumni Awards Dinner will feature a variety of food with an international flare, entertainment by Christian recording artist Jonathan Thulin, alumni award presentations, and more. Details can be found on page 7. Dalian University Orchestra Concert 8:00 p.m. Entertainment Tent on Front Lawn The Dalian University Chinese Orchestra will present a concert on the front lawn. See page 8 for complete details.
SAT., NOV. 8 Alumni Association Annual Meeting 8:30 a.m. Copenbarger Dining Room, Yeager Center All members of the CBU Alumni & Parents Association are invited to attend this annual meeting. A continental breakfast will be provided.
Football Greats - Meet & Greet 5:00 p.m. Alumni Tent Join Kermit Alexander and other former NFL players for a meet & greet opportunity before the Fortuna Bowl. See page 11 for details.
FLAApjack Breakfast 9:30 a.m. Van Dyne Lawn Join us for the inaugural FLAApjack Breakfast presented by the Lancer Athletics Association. See page 12 for more information.
Fortuna Bowl & Fireworks 6:30 p.m. Front Lawn The Fortuna Football Playoff games will be held on the front lawn, immediately followed by an exciting fireworks display. For more information on Fortuna Bowl, see page 10.
Campus Tours 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Meet at Information Tent on Front Lawn Tours of CBU’s beautiful campus will be offered at these times. Check the Information tent at the Homecoming Block Party for availability. Homecoming Block Party 11:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Front Lawn Students & Alumni, Family & Friends, Faculty & Staff are invited to participate in the wide variety of activities taking place on the front lawn. Information on page 9.
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**The complete athletics schedule is listed on page 12.
Block Party Entertainment Schedule Entertainment Tent on Front Lawn CBU Theater Department - 12:00 p.m. Male Chorale - 1:00 p.m. ASCBU Games - 2:00 p.m. Jazz Band - 3:00 p.m. Jonathan Thulin - 4:00 p.m.
Enrollment has grown from 808 in the fall of 1994 to more than 7,100 in the fall of 2013. Following the modest beginning of International Service Projects in 1997, CBU’s flagship mobilization program marked a milestone in 2014, sending out its 400th team. In 2005, the university was named “Business of the Year” by the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce. And for the eighth straight year, U.S. News & World Report included CBU on its list of the nation’s “Best Colleges” for 2014.
r. Ronald L. Ellis became the fifth president of California Baptist University on Nov. 1, 1994. In the 20 years since then, the institution has experienced sweeping changes in almost every facet of university life from expanding academic programs, to a successful athletics program, and development of a beautiful and vibrant campus environment. Under the leadership of President Ellis, California Baptist College officially became California Baptist University in 1998. New schools and colleges were established, including the School of Music, School of Nursing, College of Engineering, the College of Allied Health and the College of Architecture, Visual Art & Design. Today the university is comprised of 10 colleges and professional schools, offering 158 undergraduate majors/ concentrations and 41 master’s degrees.
The Division of Online and Professional Studies, established in 2010, has also received national ranking by U.S. News & World Report. In 2011, CBU received its first 10-year accreditation affirmation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. And in 2012, California Baptist University’s bachelor degree programs in civil engineering, electrical and computer engineering and mechanical engineering were accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of Accredidation Board for Engineering & Technology. Over the past 20 years, athletics have become an increasingly important part of the CBU experience. Top-notch facilities including the Lancers Aquatic Center and Lancers Outdoor Sports Complex helped pave the way in 2013 for CBU to gain NCAA Division II membership, with six teams competing in National Championships in just the first year of eligibility.
New construction, renovation of existing facilities and property acquisitions have transformed the CBU campus. New facilities include the Eugene and Billie Yeager Center, the JoAnn Hawkins Music Building, Business Building, Recreation Center and student housing communities including The Cottages, The Colony, The Village, and The Point. An expanding number of campus food service locations includes three additions in fall 2014 - The El Monte Grill, Chick-fil-A and CampusXpress.
Among campus traditions established during the Ellis years, one in particular serves as a literal touchstone for the vision of “a University committed to the Great Commission.” A floating granite globe sculpture known by its German name, “kugel,” is located at the main entrance of the Yeager Center. Etched on the globe are outlines of the continents and, on its base, the text of the Great Commission from Matthew 28:1920. For more than a decade, CBU tradition has called for newly enrolled students to touch the Kugel as they begin their education at CBU and again on commencement day, symbolizing each student’s commitment to live a life of purpose in accordance with his or her spiritual beliefs.
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2014 AWARD RECIPIENTS James Forkum LANCER MEDAL FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Few would have imagined the long list of accomplishments awaiting Jim Forkum when he was a carefree basketball player at CBU. But since graduating from what was then California Baptist College in 1969, Jim went on to complete his master’s degree and Ph.D. in Education. Jim has held positions as professor, head coach, academic and athletic administrator, admissions director and recruiter at numerous colleges around the United States. During his 33 years coaching, Jim received eleven Coach-of-the-Year awards, and was the runner-up for a national award. As Athletic Director at Santa Rosa Junior College, Jim’s teams won over 35 Big 8 Conference championships, ten Nor Cal titles and five state championships.
Hall of Fame in 2010, for achievements in coaching. He also received the Under Armour National Two Year College Athletics Director of the Year Award in 2013, and he was named the California State Health Educator of the Year in 2005. In August 2014, Jim and his wife, Sherry (‘73), began a new adventure at Schutz American School in Alexandria, Egypt. As the Athletic Director and P.E. Instructor for the school, Jim will establish and oversee the first official interscholastic athletics league in Alexandria.
When their time in Egypt concludes, Jim and Sherry will return to their home in Carmelby-the-Sea. Jim also hopes to become more involved in CBU’s alumni efforts. “We do feel compelled to give back [to CBU],” Jim said. “We credit the school with helping to He was inducted into CBU’s Athletics Hall of formulate our careers and to get us off to a Fame in 1987 for men’s basketball, and was great start. The college has always been in our later inducted into the Sierra College Athletics hearts.”
Sue Etheridge ALUMNA OF THE YEAR When Sue (Rogers) Etheridge left CBU in 1968, she was one semester shy of graduating with a degree in Spanish. And so it came as a great surprise to Sue that she was named CBU’s Alumna of the Year for 2014. “It’s an honor I just could not have imagined,” she said. Sue would wait ten years before returning to school to obtain her bachelor’s degree in commercial art from Barton College in 1980, and her master’s degree in art therapy from Vermont College of Norwich University in 1991. Sue worked for the Federal Correctional Complex in Butner, North Carolina for 24 years as an art therapist, providing psychiatric assessment and treatment of inmates through the analysis of their artwork. Sue has been a pioneer in her field, developing numerous innovative treatment
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programs, and educating others about the benefits of art therapy. Earlier this year, Sue was honored as an “Unsung Hero of Compassion” by the Dalai Lama Foundation in response to an exhibit she procured for the prison’s medical center. The exhibit featured reproduced works from the world famous collection “The Missing Peace: Artists and the Dalai Lama.” Sue compiled a book of photographs of their exhibit to send to the Dalai Lama, who presented the award to her personally. Today, Sue has transitioned to the state prison system in North Carolina, where new opportunities and challenges await. “[This job] has developed a sense of human understanding in me,” Sue said. “Never in a million years would I have guessed that I would do this work, but it has become the vocation for me.”
Josh Moss YOUNG ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD “I have an interesting story about this place,” said Josh Moss, the recipient of CBU’s 2014 Young Alumni Achievement Award. “I went to Chemawa Middle School, Ramona High School, and ended up right here in the middle. From seventh grade all the way through college, I was right here on Magnolia Avenue.” Today, Josh can still be frequently spotted on Magnolia Avenue, teaching as an adjunct in CBU’s credential program. “I think ultimately, I would love to teach full time at a Christian university, and teach teachers to do what I’m doing now,” Josh said. “But right now, my place is in public education. And I love that I get to do both.” Josh graduated from CBU in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and History, and completed his teaching credential in 2004. He went on to obtain his
MS in Education from CBU in 2007. Josh began teaching History in Riverside at Wells Middle School in 2003, where he also served as Associated Student Body director, an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) coordinator, and coached three sports. In 2007, he took on a new role as Program Manager, overseeing after-school programs and activities for at-risk youth within Alvord Unified School District. In 2010, Josh became the Assistant Principal at Villegas Middle School, and he was named District Administrator of the Year for 2011-12. And this summer, Josh stepped into his newest leadership role as Principal at Villegas Middle School. “My school district has shown a lot of faith and confidence in me,” Josh said. “They know that nobody cares about kids as much as I do.”
Eva De La Rosa DISTINGUISHED SERVICE IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY Before Eva De La Rosa completed her education at CBU, she spent several years helping other women to complete theirs. Eva had founded California’s first Christian Women’s Job Corps (CWJC) in Grover Beach in 1997, and through that ministry she helped equip women in crisis to get back on their feet. “I was encouraging women to go back to school so they can fully use their gifts and talents,” Eva recalled. “I started thinking, I never finished my own college education.” In 2000, Eva began her studies at CBU’s Evening College, and she received her B.S. degree in Behavioral Science in 2002. That same year, she was also elected president of the California Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU), based on her exemplary work with the CWJC.
In 2007, Eva became the first CBU student to graduate with a Master’s of Counseling Ministry. Today, she serves as Education Director at New Hope Community Church in El Monte, where her husband is pastor. She also offers counseling services to the church and community. In 2011, Eva was appointed Executive Director of the California WMU & Women’s Ministries. In this role, she oversees women’s ministries and missions groups for more than 2200 churches, providing training and leadership development. One of her main objectives in this role is to develop a sense of unity among the women of California. “God gave me this picture of a beautiful woven tapestry, with all those different colors woven together - that’s how I see the women in California,” Eva said. “It’s a work in progress, but it’s starting to happen.”
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MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES This year is momentous in the history of California Baptist University as we mark the 60th anniversary of the first graduating class – the class of 1954. We are thrilled to welcome members of that class back to campus during Homecoming Weekend with special events planned to honor their legacy. Also being celebrated are other milestone anniversaries. The class of 1964 will be celebrating their 50th anniversary, and the class of 1989 will be celebrating their 25th anniversary. Members of the classes of 1954, 1964 and 1989 are invited to attend a special Anniversary Tea on Friday afternoon, November 7 at 4:00 p.m. in the A.J. Staples Room. Guests will enjoy a traditional “high tea,” and members of anniversary classes will receive a commemorative gift.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact events@calbaptist.edu or (951) 343-4946.
ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS Lancer Medal for Lifetime Achievement Maurine King-2007 Bonnie Metcalf-2007 L. Dean Lowe -2008 Jim Murcray-2010 Chrystal Kern-2012 Jack Hawkins, Sr.-2013
Alumni of the Year Juanice Williams-1960 George Collins-1961 Patricia Collins-1961 Clayton & Lois Quattlebaum-1962 Layton Lynch-1963 Margie Lynch-1963 Dewey Jones-1964 JoAnn Hopper-1966 Walt Crabtree-1968 Ken Futch-1969 Maurine King-1970 Lawrence Morrell-1970 Daniel Sotelo-1970 Judson Dabney-1971 George Musacchio-1971 Janet N. Pearson-1972 Randall Black-1973 June Reeder-1974 Robert Jorden-1974 Donald Howell-1975 Olie T. Brown-1975
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Thomas & Linda Cox-1976 William & Joannie Hann-1977 Rachel Rios Gonzalez-1978 Altha Todd-1979 Ted Campbell-1980 John Welch-1981 Martha Dampf Lamkin-1982 Billy Ryan-1983 Larrey & Rebecca Noia-1984 June Reeder-1985 Terry York-1986 Linford Richardson-1987 David Music-1988 David Young-1989 Monroe Broadway-1990 Carla Monroe-1991 Michael Kee-1992 Wayne Stacks-1993 Robert Anderson-1994 Joan Malcolm-1994 Jack Hawkins, Sr.-1995 Charles Tyson-1996 Glenn Paden-1997 Leon Applegate-1998 Don Overstreet-1999 Alma Alford-2000 Clifford Young-2001 Richard Herman-2002 Curt & Vi Estel-2003 Jack, Jr. & Karen Hawkins-2004 Jai Won Choi-2005 Sarah Christian-2006
Randy Thompson-2007 Mary Minor-2008 Marilyn Blackaby-2010 J. Walter Grubb-2011 John Tavaglione-2012
Young Alumni Achievement Award Damien & Jennifer O’Farrell-2013
Distinguished Service in Religion/Christian Ministry Wayne Reynolds-1986 Milton Steck-1987 Gayle Thomas-1988 Gerald Dacus-1989 Larry Fisher-1990 Rick Warren-1991 Trevie Dean-1992 Rick Durst-1993 Mike Proctor-1993 Galen Greenwalt-1994 Lee Hansard-1994 Fermin Whittaker-1995 Newell Corliss-1996 Willie McPherson-1997 Yolanda Calderon-1998 Tom and Karol Whaley-1999 Larry Dotson-2000
Linda Clark-2001 John Potter-2002 Jeffery Wagner-2003 Rhonda Boggs-2004 Paul Wilkerson-2005 Matt Brown-2006 Scott Harris-2007 JT Reed-2008 Danny Dickson-2010 Charles Tyson-2011 Tom Holladay-2012 Jonathan Jarboe-2013
Alumni Philanthropy Award David & Melody Peery-2007 Richard Phillips-2012
Alumni Service Award Larry Carpenter-1987 Paul Sherrill-1988 Tom Hixson-2000 Richard Howerton-2002 Milton Steck-2003 Ed & Nancy Giddons-2004 Al DeLossa-2005 John McCombs-2006 Allen Johnson-2007 Fred Monigold-2008 Carol McDoniel-2010 Marilyn Crabtree-2012
ALUMNI AWARDS DINNER The 2014 Alumni Awards Dinner is themed the “Lancers U-knighted Nations”, a theme developed to highlight the global impact of California Baptist University as a university dedicated to the Great Commission. The dinner event will showcase the incredible growth of world-wide relations and partnerships under the leadership of Dr. Ronald L. Ellis during his 20 years of service to CBU. The evening will feature many of the areas where CBU has developed international programs, including Global Mobilization efforts (International Service Projects, United States Projects, and Summer of Service), partnerships with sister schools in other countries, the development of the Global Initiatives office, and so much more. Prior to entering the dinner, guests will have the opportunity to purchase hand-crafted works of art at the second annual “55-Buck Art Sale.” A variety of works on 5”x7” or 8”x10” canvases, created by alumni, parents, students, friends and celebrities, will be available for purchase. All proceeds
from the sale directly benefit student scholarships. A number of awards will also be presented during the dinner. This year’s award recipients include: Dr. James Forkum (’69), Sue Etheridge (’68), Eva De La Rosa (’02 & ‘07), and Josh Moss (’03 & ’07). Brief biographical information about each of these award recipients can be found on pages 4 & 5. For more complete details about each individual, visit www.calbaptist.edu/ alumniawards. Entertainment for the 2014 Alumni Awards Dinner will be provided by acclaimed Christian music artist, Jonathan Thulin (pictured below). Thulin is a Swedish-American recording artist and songwriter, best known for his #1 hit singles “Architecture” and “Dead Come to Life.” He has been applauded for his creative approach to Christian music, through cinematic and theatrical recordings and music videos.
Thulin has sung alongside the likes of Leeland, Remedy Drive, Group 1 Crew and has worked with Target Corporation on several “Lifescapes” albums. Thulin is currently pursuing what he loves and pushing hard to break the boundaries of a typical “Christian” artist. Though many of Thulin’s songs spark from his love for God, he also writes from his personal experiences which make it easy for his listeners to relate. His album, “The White Room,” was released in 2012 to rave reviews. “This album was different for me. I didn’t strategically write songs as I usually would, I just wrote what I felt in complete honesty. My hope is that this music will transcend beyond people’s ears and into their hearts. God is a big part of who I am and all I want is for that to shine through my music,” Jonathan says of the album. “What the world is searching for is something tangible, and there is nothing more tangible than the irrefutable love of Jesus Christ.”
2014 ALUMNI AWARDS DINNER The Alumni Awards Dinner is open to alumni, parents, and friends of the university. Tickets can be purchased for $40 each, and a limited number of sponsorships are also available. For more information on how to join us for this exciting evening, please contact: events@calbaptist.edu or (951) 343-4946. Jonathan Thulin
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DALIAN UNIVERSITY CHINESE ORCHESTRA
As part of the celebration of CBU’s global impact, California Baptist University is delighted to welcome the Dalian University Chinese Orchestra for a concert during Homecoming Weekend, which will be held on the CBU front lawn on Friday, November 7 at 8:00 p.m.
Since its foundation, the orchestra has received a strong level of support from university administration due to the group’s focus on developing professional techniques, theory and artistic practices, as well as their efforts to strengthen team building and individual development.
Open to the public, guests are invited to enjoy an eclectic mix of instruments and hear authentic Chinese orchestration during this exciting concert event.
Dalian University Chinese Orchestra has performed many concerts throughout the United States and China, presenting numerous wellknown orchestral works. Through diligent efforts in rehearsals and practices, Dalian University Chinese Orchestra pursues excellence and strives to expand its artistic vision. Orchestra teachers and students have participated in various domestic and international professional competitions with outstanding achievements. They
The Dalian University Chinese Orchestra, currently directed by Yingjie Li, dean of the School of Music, was established in 2004, and is made up of teachers and students from Dalian University in Liaoning, China.
大连大学民族管弦乐团 为庆祝加州浸会大学国际化进程，我校 热烈欢迎大连大学民族管弦乐团为我 校返校典礼演出。时间定为11月7日周 五晚八点，在学校前草坪操场举行，对 公众开放。我们要请各界友人参加并欣 赏本次传统中国管弦乐团为我校带来 的精彩演出。
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大连大学民族管弦乐团建立于2004年， 乐团由中青年教师与在校学生组成。 自建团以来，在学院领导的大力支支持 下，本着专业技术、专业理论与艺术实 践三者并进、相互渗透的教学原则，努 力加强队伍的建设与发展。 乐团师生在多次参加各项国内外专业比 赛中获得优异的成绩，并得到业内专家 们的充分肯定；在多次参加辽宁省高等
have been highly recognized by industry experts and the orchestra has achieved excellent results from their participation in Higher College Chinese Instrumental Performance in the Liaoning Province. In 2006, the Chinese Ministry of Culture selected Dalian University Chinese Orchestra to perform in France as part of a French “National Day” celebration. In 2009, the orchestra was again selected by the Ministry of Culture to travel to Thailand to participate in a commemorative celebration to celebrate diplomatic relations between the China and Thailand. In 2014, the orchestra visited North Korea to participate in a cultural exchange. The orchestra has also performed in Japan, South Korea, the United States and many other countries.
艺术院校民族器乐展演中获得佳绩。于 2006年应文化部的指派赴法国参加欧 华联会“庆祝国庆”的演出、2009年应 文化部指派赴泰国参加“中泰建交纪念 演出”、2014年应文化部指派赴朝鲜参 加中朝文化交流以及多次赴日本、韩国 以及美国等国家访问演出，得到热烈的 欢迎。乐团在不断的发展中得到各界的 广泛关注，在社会上具有一定的影响。 (Chinese translation of the above text)
BLOCK PARTY The 2014 Homecoming Block Party is expected to draw more than 7,000 alumni, students, faculty, staff, families and friends to campus on Saturday, November 8. Featuring a variety of activities for all ages, the Block Party will include live entertainment, interactive academic booths, inflatables and attractions, games, pony rides and gourmet food trucks. The Homecoming Marketplace is also a great opportunity for sharing home-based businesses or for promoting a worthy cause. Multiple, colorful booths under a big tent give the feel of an exotic marketplace, offering everything from caps to cookies and journals to jewelry! Anyone interested in being a part of the Marketplace can email events@calbaptist.edu for information. Tables are limited and may be rented for $40 per business or artist.
FOOD TRUCKS SCHEDULED FOR HOMECOMING 2014: • Belly BombZ • Street Foods Co. • Slummin’ Gourmet • Let’s Roll It • Grilled Cheese Truck • Kettle Masters of America • Viking Truck • My Delight Cupcakery • Kona Ice • Frijolitos Mobile Coffee Shop
ON CAMPUS EATERIES: • Alumni Dining Commons (Yeager Center) • Brisco’s (The Village) • Chick-fil-a (Yeager Center) • El Monte Grill (Lancer Plaza) • Wanda’s Cafe (Yeager Center)
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FORTUNA BOWL With team names like Beast Mode and Bedazzlesaurus Rex, it’s tempting to take this event less seriously than, say, the Rose Bowl. But don’t you dare underestimate the Fortuna Bowl. More than 5,000 people are expected to attend this year’s game. And rest assured, the competition will be fierce.
smartest. And if you work or attend class in the James Building, you know they practice often, and loudly. “As the Fortuna Bowl draws closer, you’ll see them doing full walkthroughs with their playbook,” Chris said. It’s almost a given they will be at the Fortuna Bowl each year, and they are the team to beat.
What started out as a night game with a few lights and a microphone over 20 years ago, the Fortuna Bowl has grown to become the main event of CBU’s Homecoming Weekend. This year, it will be bigger and brighter than ever, with painted end zones, grand stands, and fireworks. And maybe even some guys dressed as Sumo wrestlers.
PUNT-PASS RULE “We do have one funky rule that some of our freshmen teams learn the hard way. It’s called the puntpass rule,” Chris said. “In traditional football, a player catches the punt and then runs with it as far as he can. The punt-pass rule allows the punt receiver to pass the ball forward to one of the blockers on the front line.”
“When I try to explain to people what Fortuna Bowl is, they always say, ‘it’s just a flag football game,’” said Chris Hofschroer, CBU’s Assistant Dean of Students – Community Life. “I tell them, ‘no, you really have to see it to understand.’” While the event is certainly about fun and tradition, it is first and foremost an epic battle for the championship. And to fully appreciate what’s at stake, there are a few things you should know. LEGACY TEAMS These are teams that return year after year, recruiting new members to keep the tradition going. The Webelos are the longest standing men’s legacy team, and perhaps the most beloved. “They have a pretty specific dress code, which is cut-off jean shorts and a white t-shirt,” Chris explained. Last year, the Webelos made it to the Fortuna Bowl for the first time ever. Sadly, they lost in the fifth overtime. Maybe this will be their year. And of course, another beloved team is the Bus Drivers. These women are unstoppable. Their playbook is thick. Each fall, they strategically scout and recruit the strongest, the fastest, the
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The rule is intended to discourage offensive linemen from making illegal blocks. And if we’re being honest, it serves to be pretty entertaining as well. “Seniors lick their chops when they see a freshman team that hasn’t read the rule book,” Chris said. “You can guarantee that first punt they receive, they’re going to pass the ball, and typically they score on it.” SPORTSMANSHIP POINTS Perhaps the most important thing to keep in mind during the Fortuna Bowl; CBU does more than just encourage good sportsmanship – they live by it. “If a student gets kicked out of a game for some reason – a cheap block, swearing, or arguing with the referee – we’ll deduct a sportsmanship point from their score,” Chris explained. “It’s not about slapping their hand. If someone gets kicked out of a game, they have to come and talk to one of the staff before they can play again. Not so we can tell them ‘don’t do that again,’ but so we can ask, why did you do that? Is it home life? Is it your girlfriend, or school? And
then we try to partner with them to address the issue.” In addition to point deductions during the games, sportsmanship is also heavily weighted in the ranking process. As with other leagues, the teams are seeded by their win/ loss record. But the tie-breaker is sportsmanship. “We consider sportsmanship before strength of schedule and who beat who,” Chris explained. “And if a really great team is ranked #1, but we’ve had a lot of issues with them, we may rank them lower.” “We had a student a couple years ago that I kicked out of the game for a cheap shot, and then cussing right afterwards,” Chris recalled. “Afterward, we had a conversation, and I wasn’t really sure how he took it – he just got quiet.” Chris recalled that the player’s team made it to the Fortuna Bowl that year. During his speech at the pregame spaghetti dinner, this is what that player had to say. “I think my biggest victory this year was getting kicked out by Chris Hofschroer. It was eye opening that my character had been questioned, and I feel like I’m a different man now.” “Some people say sports build character,” Chris said. “I think it does, but often times, it reveals character as well.”
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Tami, Manoucheka & Kermit Alexander
FOOTBALL GREATS You know that your annual flag football championship is officially legit when someone like Kermit Alexander shows up. Kermit, and a few of his NFL buddies, will be honored guests at this year’s Fortuna Bowl, where they will meet and greet CBU students and alumni, and anyone else who wants to come out and join the fun. Kermit was an All-American defensive back for UCLA in 196162, and then spent 11 seasons in the NFL. He was a first round draft pick for the San Francisco 49ers in 1963, where he played for six years. He was selected to play in the Pro Bowl in 1967. And he went on to play for the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles before retiring in 1973. There is so much more to Kermit’s story than football, and not all of it was good. In 1984, Kermit’s mother, sister and two nephews were murdered in a South Central Los Angeles home invasion. But what
makes Kermit Alexander a true hero is how he worked through the unthinkable pain and tragic loss to find redemption, healing and forgiveness. The healing began when he met his wife, Tami, in 1991. And the healing became complete when they adopted their five children from Haiti in 2010. Now ranging in ages from 13-20, Semfia, Zachary, Clifton, Jameson and Manoucheka have embraced their new home, and their new parents, here in Riverside. Today, Kermit is a full-time dad. He and Tami are also continuously involved in community service and philanthropic work. Together, they started a nonprofit organization called Operation Windmill International, which brings wind and solar turbine technology to third world countries. Their first project was in Haiti, in honor of their children.
Kermit also speaks at about 15 high schools throughout Riverside every football season. “I try to speak at as many schools as possible because what you’re trying to do is encourage the kids to continue being good students, and good people,” Kermit said. And now, Kermit and Tami are CBU parents. Their oldest daughter, Manoucheka, joined CBU as a freshman this fall. “Our goal in wanting her to come to CBU is for her to live on campus but still be close to home,” Tami explained. “So she can break away from being responsible for her brothers and sisters. To let her be whoever she wants to be.” Kermit’s life story was featured on ESPN Outside the Lines in 2010. To read the story and watch the video, titled “Kermit’s Song,” visit: espn.go.com/video/clip?id=5186069.
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FLAAPJACK BREAKFAST
The Lancer Athletics Association (LAA) invites you to the inagural FLAApjack Breakfast. LAA Members, StudentAthlete Alumni, and Lancer Fans are invited to have FREE breakfast served by the Lancer Coaches and Athletics staff to kick off the Homecoming Festivities. Student-Athlete Alumni who attend the FLAApjack Breakfast will receive an all-day, all-game sports pass for November 8. For more Lancer Athletics Association information visit: www.calbaptist.edu/laa.
DATE: November 8, 2014 TIME: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
LANCER ATHLETICS SCHEDULE Sat., Nov. 1
Outdoor wrestling match vs. Stanford Front Lawn M. Soccer vs. Notre Dame de Namur Soccer Field W. Soccer vs. Notre Dame de Namur Soccer Field
Wed., Nov. 5
W. Volleyball vs. Chaminade Van Dyne Gymnasium
Thurs., Nov. 6
W. Volleyball vs. Hawaii Pacific Van Dyne Gymnasium
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1:00 pm 11:00 am 2:30 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Fri., Nov. 7
M. Water Polo vs. Air Force Lancers Aquatic Center
Sat., Nov. 8
3:30 pm
M. Soccer vs. Point Loma 11:00 am Soccer Field Last regular-season home game W. Soccer vs. Point Loma 1:30 pm Soccer Field Last regular-season home game W. Volleyball vs. BYU Hawaii 2:00 pm Van Dyne Gymnasium
CBU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Alumni Association Lifetime Membership is now FREE to all alumni in good standing! Join today to take advantage of the many benefits*, including: Invitations to alumni events in California and around the nation Subscription to the university magazine Roundtable Subscription to the monthly Alumni e-newsletter Use of the Annie Gabriel Library Use of the CBU Aquatic Center during open swim times (guests of alumni are $3/ea) Discounted tickets to all regular season home athletic events, pending availability (cardholder only) Access to complimentary monthly online career webinars (www.alumnicareerservices.org/calbaptist) Access to Career Center Services, including Online Job Board, Career Fair Attendance, and Resume & Interview Skills Workshops (https://calbaptist-csm.symplicity.com/) 10% discount at the CBU Bookstore (excluding textbooks, technology and certain other items) 10% discount on CBU facility rental fees Discounts and benefits at thousands of local and national businesses, including hotels, restaurants, movie theaters, retailers, florists, car dealers, theme parks, national attractions, concerts and events. Go to http://cbualumniparents.abenity.com/perks to register. Offers are added and updated weekly. To obtain your Lifetime membership, visit www.calbaptist.edu/alumni and click the link to “Join the Alumni Association”. Questions? Contact us at alumni@calbaptist.edu. * Lifetime access to benefits is not guaranteed, as benefits are subject to updates and/or changes.
CBU ONLINE APPAREL STORE Need a new CBU polo or sweatshirt? Want to get some new Lancers t-shirts or hats? Check out the new CBU Online Apparel Store! A wide selection of customizable men’s, women’s and kid’s gear is available at:
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PLACES TO STAY NEAR CBU Ayres Inn Corona East (7.4 miles from campus) (800) 448-8810
Ayres Inn Corona West (12.6 miles from campus) (800) 676-1363
Courtyard by Marriott (7.1 miles from campus) (951) 276-1200
Hampton Inn & Suites Riverside/ Corona East (6.2 miles from campus) 951.352.5020
Hyatt Place Riverside Downtown (5.9 miles from campus) 951.321.3500
Mission Inn
(6.0 miles from campus) 951.784.0300
Downtown Riverside Marriott (6.1 miles from campus) 951.784.8000
SpringHill Suites by Marriott
(12.1 miles from campus) 951.520.0984
Official team hotel of the Lancers
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To view a short video from Homecoming 2013, scan this QR code with your smart phone.
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Homecoming 2014 will be an exciting weekend full of activities for all ages. Homecoming 2014 is shaping up to be the biggest and best Homecoming in the history of CBU! We are excited about the potential of having more than 7,000 alumni, students, families, staff, faculty and friends on campus for the weekend festivities.
HOMECOMING 2014
For information on how you can become a Homecoming 2014 Sponsor, please contact alumni@calbaptist.edu or (951) 343-4439.
Sponsorships must be received no later than October 15 to guarantee print and web recognition opportunities.
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