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"So teach us to number our days, That we may present to You a heart of wisdom." -Psalm 90:12

In life, the people that make the most of it are the ones who are the most intentional. They intend on living their lives to the fuUest, but they also decide where to direct all their efforts.

As students, we have so many opportunities and there are things that we must be intentional about. Attendance. Involvement. Study habits. Promptness. Relationships. Goals. Fulfillment of responsibility. Being intentional about these things wiU help us progress as we pursue the future that our education is going to help us achieve. Our time here in our collegiate endeavors is not to be wasted, but is to be intended as a time to help us grow and reach our fullest potential. Academics is not the only area where intentionality needs to take place. It should be part of our daily lives, within our relationships with others, and, above all, within our

relationship with God. Our days here on earth are not to be wasted by frivolous activities, but should be used with a heart that seeks after the desires of the Lord. When we

seek after the Lord, when we make an intentional effort

to glorify Him, our lives become lives that are lived with intentionality-just as Jesus lived.

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As the fall semester began,the student body of Central Baptist College lost sophomore Cody Gracey Miller in an accident on Friday, August 12. "Cody was a fun and loving person. His high energy would rub off on anyone who met him," said sophomore Kaylee St. John. Being constantly intentional in everything one does seldom happens, but Miller had this quality, said St. John. "Cody was one who, when he wanted something or when he was witnessing to someone, he went about it in a manner that nobody could deny or stop him. He was intent on convincing, witnessing and persuading people to know Christ," said senior Scott Gracey, a family member.

Gracey said Miller was especially intentional on the Mustang baseball team. "Coach [Aaron] Brister said that Cody came up to him one day and said,'I want to beat Scott out of his position because I want to be better than him.' It was not out of arrogance that Cody said this," Gracey said."Our rule on the baseball field is you pick everyone else up and,in return, they will pick you up, and that is what Cody strived for," he said. Although he was not physically on campus. Miller still made an impact after his passing, said St. John. "Even though he was not there with us MUD Week, his intentionality made our SOS team strive to be like him in that way," she said. As pink was Miller's favorite color, the SOS team wore pink every day during MUD Week as a way to honor him. Sophomore Mitchell Goodwin summed up his friendship with Miller.

"I believe that [Cody's] purpose was to bring love and joy to everyone around which ultimately brought glory to God for living his life in such a way," he said.

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1. Serving Others Cody Gracey Miller (front row)served as a member of Student Orientation Staff, a group of students close to his heart. "I can't thank God enough for this group of people...! strive everyday to be like them," said Miller on Instagram the day before his accident. Submitted Photo

2. Mustang Pride Cody Gracey Miller (at left) was a faithful member of the Mustang baseball team and could often be found spend ing time with his coaches and teammates. Submitted Photo

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performed the musical,"Little Women" April 6-8, the performers said they were very pleased with the way the musical turned out. Senior Shelbbie Daugherty says that the character of Beth March, who she played, was one of her favorites when she read the book as a child.

"Being able to experience the connection between Jo and Beth was

my favorite part of this experience," says Daugherty. "I hope we put off a really good message about family and how to come together in the times of trials and hardships." Kaylen Fagala, sophomore

Stage manager Shayla Green, a

junior at CBC,says that she was recruited for the position by adjunct drama instructor Jana

Jones.

"Honestly, opening night was my favorite because we did the show in twelve rehearsals, so it was hard to see everything

coming together until it did Thursday night," says Green. "I was very pleased as a whole with how the show turned out." Freshman Jordan James says that the main reason he

attended the play is because he wanted to see his friends perform. James says he loved every song and scene. "The overall performance went excellent!" says James."I was

super impressed! I could tell they really put their all into it, and it was a great play." Suzanne Banister, assistant professor of music,says that she chose the musical based upon the students available, their voice types and personalities. "My favorite part was watching the students grow into their characters," she says. "I was very pleased and thought they did an excellent job. So many details go into putting a performance

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1.Imagine This! Senior Lindsey Pruss plays Jo March and Zach Poteet plays Laurie Laurence in the production of Little Women.

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2. Grumpy Troll Freshman Jessica Manary plays the troU-a character that Jo March writes about in her

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Junior Dillon East steadies his hand

as he takes his turn during Sky Ball during Hall Wars 101. Hall Wars 101 was spread throughout the course

of the semester to get students excited and prepared for Hah Wars in April. Photo by: Pranay Horde

The spring semester will bring a much anticipated returning battle to campus between the haUs of the dorm, the residential student houses, and commuters, part of an epic event known as HaU Wars. Hall Wars 101 is the training period for students who will be participating in the Wars this

Spring. The battles consist of games made up by Michael Mayo, director of housing and residence life. "Nothing brings people together like friendly competition. I wanted a. to bring people together with haU spirit. It is like a big family reunion," says Mayo. Joy Rogers, junior For example. Sky Ball is played in the library where students throw a paper ball from the second floor of the library to a trashcan on the first floor, or to surrounding point areas. Each area is 2-5 points, while the trashcan is worth 15. Points are earned in many ways, whether one is

winning a game, being loud and encouraging, or just pity points because they are trying their best. Senior Jacob Lowery says,"Doing better in HaU Wars 101 win help you get a better ranking in the Wars next semester."

For upperclassmen, HaU Wars is a battle that has been battled before. However,freshmen see it as one of

the many new battles they must face. "HaU Wars 101 is a thriUing and exhilarating experience. I can't wait for the real thing," says freshman Melody Siebenmann.

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2.1Pledge AllegianceFreshmen Keith Runyan and Luke Smith try to gain spirit points by reciting the pledge before the games begin. 3. Full of Hot Air Sophomore Ruth Cheng gets her team's balloons ready Who Will Be the Winner? The different Hall Wars team

compete against each other once a week during the faU semester to receive their rankings for Hall Wars in the spring. Photo by: Pranay Horde

for the relay race.

4. Catch! Sophomore Jacob Pangle retrieves paper balls and throws them back to the second floor for the next team

to get ready to start. Photos by: Allison Bisher

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FIRST WEEK.

Chris McNair compete in Kara oke Night for Mati's First Mates and Addie's Avengers, Their performance won second place. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

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Nerves, tears of joy and sadness, new friends, games, and some mud. MUD,or Mustangs Under Development, Week at Central Baptist College is an event that freshman and incoming transfer students participate in. Each new Mustang is given a team color for the week for the games and

Mati's First Mates, the green team, reacts to finding out that they are the overall MUD Week wirmers.

Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

competitions. The teams are captained by upperclassmen who are part of a campus team called SOS, or the Student

Orientation Staff.

Junior Blake Pittman, who has been

involved with MUD week for three years, captained the red team. Pit's Pups. "MUD week is a great thing that CBC Himter Crass & Destinee

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does," Pittman said. "It exhibits what the

coUege is about before classes even start for the transfers and the freshman."

Freshman Kaitlyn Pereira was on the yellow team and said that it made the campus feel more like a home away from home. "Most of the friends I have now were friendships formed during that first week here," Pereira said. She went to almost all of the activities and regrets not going to the ones she missed. Her favorite activity was the last one of

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the week,the mud slide.

"It was a good feeling to cross the finish line and go on the mud slide," she said.

Freshman Alejandro Mendoza was a member of the green team and agreed the last activity was also his favorite. "It ended with us sliding across tarps of mud, making us official Mustangs. It felt like a triumphant return for my team who finished last, but did it together strongly," said Mendoza. Mendoza is from Washington state, so he said he didn't know a lot about Conway before coming to CBC. "The week made it easy to meet new people who are similar to me, and to gain new friends," Mendoza said.

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TRADITION.

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contest with freshman Hunter

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6^: ^Cukt, Ti^donFall Hay Day is a tradition that has been carried on for over 20 years at Central Baptist College. Each year, Jeff Riddle, head of the physical education department, eillows students to come to his home for a time of food,fun and fellowship. Last year. Fall Hay Day was cancelled due to rain, leading to the first Spring Hay Day. This year. Fall Hay Day was held as planned on October 27, and it was a first for soph omores as well as freshmen. Sopho more Nathaniel Lawrence enjoyed his first Fcill Hay Day. kmL "It had a totally different vibe to it," Lawrence says. "With the longer hayride and yard games, it Sadie Backus, was a better version of Spring Hay freshman Day." Senior Blake Riddle says that he was glad to be able to have Fall Hay Day this year after last year's event was CcinceUed.

"Getting to have FaU Hay Day this year was great because we could actually have campfires and it wasn't 85 degrees like Spring Hay Day," says Riddle. Hay Day began with a hot dog bonfire in the early evening. Students gathered around three fires, talked and ate food. Throughout the night games were played, stu dents were taken on a hay ride and then everyone gath ered around a fire once more where junior Preston Jones led a few worship songs and Lawrence gave a devotional. Zach Poteet, student alumni assistant, helped with the setup and teardown during Hay Day, and was in charge of hay bale jumping won by sophomore Austin Bowman,the event that ended the night. "Even though I did a little bit," Poteet says, "Fall Hay Day wouldn't have been a success without my Student Activities Board president Macaela Shieldnight and the rest of SAB."

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Sophomore Jessica Jones and juniors Jared Perry, Preston Jones, Blake Wilson, and Allie Young spend time fellowshipping with one, another.

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1. Long Jump Freshman Levi Rutherford participates in the annual haybale jumping contest. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle 2. Would You Look at That!

Junior Blake Pittman and senior Jacob Lowery enjoy hot dogs for dinner at the Riddle farm. Photo by: Ruth Cheng

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Freshman Zac Tyson,junior Hannah Bowen,freshmen Harmah Tilley, Levi Rutherford, Averi Ratliff and senior Krista Abel eat hot dogs in one of the hayride trailers at FaU Hay Day. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle 2. Haybale Hoppin' Sophomore Austin Bowman leaps over hay bales dtuing the haybale jumping contest. Bowman was this year's champion. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle 3. Golden Brown

Sophomore Austin Lewis roasts a hot dog for his dirmer before the hayride begins. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle 4. This is a Game of Concentration

Freshman Dalton Parker plays some of the games the Student Activities Board planned for the event. Photo by: Ruth Cheng

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Dinner Date

Sophomores Taylor Gasaway and Jessica Hager enjoy dinner catered by Jill McCoUum,diving services

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Searching for clues, finding a murder, and solving the mystery. This 1920's murder mystery is Harvest Party which took place on November 11. While the tradition of having the girls walk down the steps of Bruce Hall to be

Rutherford and juniors Jacob Pangle and Mitchell Goodwin

participate in the murder mystery after dinner was served.

Photos by: Chelsea Riddle

escorted by their dates still occurred, senior McKenna in Wilson thought it'd be interesting to mix things up. Junior Savannah Graham said,"Once the murder mystery was suggested, everyone was on board." As the students walked from building to building to uncover the murderer, they talked to staff members who posed as characters in the story. Everyone loved running around with Jessica Sawyer, sophomore

their friends and trying to find out who committed the murder.

Every character had a different story about that night. As they told their account of that night of the murder, each student strategically took notes and tried to unravel the mystery. Junior Cameron Roberts and senior Jacob Lowery

were the first to uncover the mystery. "This was the best Harvest Party yet because everyone, including those who didn't have dates, were able to move around and interact with everyone," Graham

says.

While some loved the mystery aspect, other loved the lighting for pictures, and still others like sophomore Drew Blacksmith's favorite part was the food. However,freshman Averi Ratliff says it best. "Seeing everyone all dressed up was probably my favorite. Everyone looked and felt beautifirl and every person's face was glowing. It was so cool seeing everyone so happy," says Ratliff.

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Solving the Mystery Stephanie Battles, junior, tries use the clue from Mrs. Sharp, played by Arm Gardner, communication department chair, to figure out the murder case during the dinner. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

Grand Entrance Freshman Luke Smith meets his date

sophomore Mackenzie Crocker at the bottom of the staircase in Bruce Hall.

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Harvest Royalty Duke Austin Kocher, Duchess Averi Ratliff,

King Landon Riddle, Queen Hannah Bowen, Prince Zac Lee, and Princess Ruth Cheng were voted on by students attending. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

Perfect Pair

Sophomore Matt James greets freshman Allison Bisher with a bouquet of colorful daisies.

Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

* Patiently Waiting Sophomore Max Sulhvan looks up as his date, sophomore Meredith Hammontree, makes her way down the stairs. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

Escorting Senior Jacob Lowery surprises sophomore Cameron Roberts with

introduced to the crowd.

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stairs for the second year. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

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That was the theme,the atmosphere and the culture

Saturday, February 4 as current students and alumni and their families ushered into the gym for the annual homecoming game. "The older I get, the more sentimental I am becoming," says Lauren Eyre, admissions officer. "Now that I'm on the other side of things, and as a former student,[homecoming] means a lot

more."

With all the festivities going on, aside from the crowning of the queen, the biggest event may have been the men's and women's basketball games that day. The women lost their game, but the guys came back il'Al from behind to eventually win 88-80 with a boost coming from the crowd for motivation, Ruth Cheng, according to many of the basketball players. sophomore "With it being homecoming,it felt like it was my last home game," senior Dennis Reed says. "With the crowd behind us and giving us a lot of energy, I felt like this was my last home game I would get to be playing here at CBC,so we did what we had to do to get the win." The energy could be only be topped by the armouncement of sophomore Ruth Cheng being crowned the 2017 homecoming queen.

"I feel honored to be selected and crowned as the queen

and especially that I got to experience it with a group of girls that I love so much," says Cheng. With all of the familiar faces and events that took place over homecoming, Cheng says the weekend truly did feel like home to her.

"CBC is a home to not only me, but my feUow classmates, and the theme of 'Feels like Home' was a perfect way to describe this place and this weekend," says Cheng.

A New Queen Sophomore Ruth Cheng laughs from joy with her escorts David Harris, her host father, and freshman Luke Smith as she is announced Homecoming Queen.

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1. Family Ties Aaron Brister, head baseball coach, presents senior Scott

Gracey with a championship ring for Cody Gracey Miller, who died in August 2016, at the Ring Ceremony.

Photo by: Allison Bisher

2. Here's How You Play... Sophomore Jessica Hager talks with a little girl at the second annual Mustang Carnival held in the A.R. Reddin Fieldhouse.

Photo by: Ruth Cheng

3. Lasting Legacy Aaron Brister receives a pie in the face after students donate the most money in his jar to help raise funds for the Cody Gracey Miller scholarship. Photo by: Pranay Horde

4. Who is the Champ? Zach Poteet, housing director, battles jtmior Jordan Lockhart in one of the games at the Mustang Carnival. Photo by: Ruth Cheng r'

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At the end of the spring semester a ceremony is held to honor students who have displayed academic excellence,

according to the vice president of academic affairs Gary McAllister.

The ceremony begins with the recognition of the Dean's and the President's list for those who have

accomplished a high grade point average.

"It is one of the joys as the

president to sign the president list certificates every year," says President Terry Kimbrow. Freshman Cecilia Putter received the Landon Riddle, sophomore

honor of being on the President's list for the first time. She believes that extra time

and effort is what goes into this type of success and that it reflects on character.

"It shows that you are serious about learning and that you know it is important," said Putter. The bulk of the ceremony was for department awards for students within each program. One of these awards was the Outstanding Journalism and Multimedia Communication Award bestowed upon senior Lauren Pharr by the communication department chair, Ann Gardner. Gardner says Pharr was highly deserving of the award from her performance in classes taught by Gardner and Angela Wiser, part time journalism instructor.

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extra weU- extra effort, doesn't complain, and plays well with others," said Gardner. "It is an aU-encompassing award and we

usually know exactly who to give it to because they stand out." "I was brought up to work hard and not slack on anything, so I guess that was my motivation," said Pharr. "I'm proud because my hard work is paying off and it gives me

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"I Feel So Honored..." Senior Carter Mayo was recognized by the Bible department, Joel Slayton, chair of the Bible department, presents Mayo with the Jesse Thomas award.

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1. There's Two Senior Chris McVay receives the second Jesse Thomas

award from the Bible department in recognition for his work as a local youth minister.

2. Helping Them Achieve Junior Zach Siebenmann receives a scholarship for his outstanding work in accounting classes from Beth Cantrell, chair of the business department.

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Junior Jake Tyson is inducted into Alpha Chi by

Elizabeth Gomez, professor of Chemistry, awards

Stephen Raines, assistant professor of social studies. Alpha Chi is an honors society that recognizes the top 10 percent of students at colleges and universities.

freshman Austin Kocher

with the latest edition of the

handbook of chemistry and physics. Photo by: Mary Rice

4. Future Scientists The science department awards se]iiors Tatum Gombard, Cheyerme Merritt, and Cole Johnson with cash prizes for their achievement on their major exams. Photos by: Mary Rice

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^ 1. What's About to Happen? Freshman Wyatt Spigener anxiously waits for what -

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Freshman Dalton Parker goes for the shot during a game of Ultimate Foosketball. Junior Blake Pittman looks for the rebound.

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Central Baptist College athletes were recognized April 18 by being given sports awards after a Mustang baseball

Soccer Star (Right) Junior Sabrina Torres accepts an award

from Ryan Johnson, vice president for eruoUment, and Tasha Flynn, women's soccer coach, at the Sports Awards Ceremony.

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A recipient of the Mustang Award for the cross country team,freshman Dalton Parker said he received the award because of the work ethic he had during the season.

"I worked not only in practice, but put in work on my own to improve my performance as a runner," said Parker. Even though cross country is more of an individual sport, Parker stiU focuses on improving the team.

Sophomore Ben Madison, who

plays pitcher and outfield, also won the Ben Madison,

Mustang Award for the baseball team. Madison explained his mindset when he goes to the mound. "I always work hard, 1 never give up on any situation freshman

good or bad,to always think positive and never have my head down," he said.

Josh Buczek, assistant and pitching coach,said Madison sometimes surprises him on the field. "As a coach, it's always fun to have players with elite athleticism," he said."You never know what amazing thing they

may do when they take the field. As a coach, you never stop coaching the player, but sometimes you just have to sit back and enjoy watching someone who is so talented, a great player and is very coachable." Junior Lenee Gibson, volleyball player, gave her thoughts on being a Mustang. "Being a student athlete at CBC has challenged my

athletic ability and me spiritually as well," she said. "I feel like I have grown in both of these areas during my time here."

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Freshman Jessica Manary kisses her crawfish before

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Crawfish boil, archery tag,snow cones, and more fun and games are some of the highlights that describe Central Baptist College's 2017 Spring Fling. The food was served by faculty and employees.

"It was just a great to serve the students and fellowship with them during Spring Fling," says Lisa Padgett, administrative assistant for

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Students enjoyed the event, too.

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"(My favorite part was)hanging out with my friends and just playing games hke canjam and the bean bag toss," said junior Stephanie Battles. The most anticipated event of the night may have been the game show. The main goal of the game show was to win free giveaways, which included various

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"The game show had a layer of suspense and risk that got the audience involved," sophomore Nate Lawrence said. "It was also amazing that they had so many great prizes - even though I got soup." While some students attended to win some of the prizes available, others were there simply because of the fun and amusement of seeing the reactions once students received their crazy or enviable prizes. "[My favorite part was] watching everyone's reactions

as the game show crushed or made their dreams come true,"

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sophomore Austin Bowman said. Overall, it was a successful night according to students and faculty. "The food was good, games were fun, and above all else it was a wonderful end of semester celebration," says senior

Junior Bryce Evans, with the assistance of sophomore Reagan Fellers, participates in archery tag before the Spring Fling gameshow began. Photo by: Ruth Cheng

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1. Hit it Hard Sophomore Mitchell Goodwin and freshman Levi Rutherford enjoy a game of Spikeball on the lawn. 2. Crawfish Duties Olivia Stokes, Reagan Fellers, and Hattie Horton enjoy the cajun food served at the banquet.

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1. Putting in Work Freshman Hannah Tilley uses Cafe 52 to get some quiet study time in before her chemistry final. Photo by: Allison Bisher 2. I Can't Do It-

Sophomore MitcheU Goodwin takes a study break and drinks coffee from Cafe 52.

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Sophomores Jade Woodrome and Mallory Davis utilize the resource of each other while studying for their business exam.

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1.1 Don't Wanna Do It.. Freshman Bailey Sheeks goofs off while freshman Kiera

Timmons works on completing a study guide during finals week.

Photo by: Sadie Backus 2. Brain Break! Junior Amanda HaH,sophomore Kaylen Fagala,junior Jake Tyson, and freshmen Caleb Long and Luke Smith take advantage of late night breakfast-a finals week treat offered to students on Monday night of finals week.

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3. Faces of Determination Junior Blake Pittman, senior Addie Bender, and freshman

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some last minute work on projects and cramming for exams.

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CAMPUS CHAMPIONS. 6^: Aicz^ Riot Every spring semester, the students at Central Baptist College get involved in an event called Hall Wars. "It's a week where everyone at CBC gets on teams to

At the Speed of Light Dodging the incoming artillery, freshman Jordan Ford runs down the lawn

to grab a point for his floor during the treasure hunt game. The thriU of the game was easily seen from his face.

Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

compete against each other in a bunch of different activities so everyone has something they can participate in," says freshman Jessica Borden. The whole week is filled with

team spirit and is very energetic, Borden says.

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"It brings you closer to your team through things completely out of the ordinary like decorating past curfew or screaming so loud you lose your voice! It's definitely the best week to be at CBC," said Borden. Events range from athletic competitions such as Ultimate

Foosketball to the lip sync battle on Thursday night. "I didn't realize what a big deal HaU Wars was until about halfway through the week. Every single team gave it their all," says freshman Austin Kocher. Hall Wars brings together people in the residence haU, residence house, and even commuters. Taking part in the event tends to affect the relationships students have with others. "HaU Wars is a time where you either become best friends or complete enemies with people, but typically the enemies part is just for the week," says junior Savannah Graham. Kocher says he likes the way students drew closer than they were prior to the week's events, including his team,second floor boys, who ended up winning the entire HaU Wars competition. "[HaU Wars] reaUy did bring us closer together," Kocher says."Our RA, Jared Perry, told us at the first meeting to represent the second floor in a way he could be proud of, whether we win or lose, we do so humbly and with respect for aU the teams."

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2. Show off your moves With the audience going crazy. Freshman Jessica Borden does the splits in the 1st floor girls south's per formance. Wowing the crowd was just too easy for her. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

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Spreading the MUD SOS green team members senior Amanda Mayo,sophomore Max Sullivan, seniors Clay Nance and Mati Spencer, sophomore Mitchell Goodwin,senior Alyssa FontiUas, and juniors Candra Barnett and Savannah Graham

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Sto^ hi^: Mpbdi^ SuhenÂĽnann> Organizations at Central Baptist College differentiate in size and in activity, but all share a common purpose; to be committed in what they do to reflect Christ. 1 Kings 8:61 says,"Let your heart therefore be wholly true to the LORD our God, walking in his statutes and keeping his commandments, as at this day." Michael Mayo, director of housing and student activities, and Kerry Norris, director of student success, both believe that the college lives out this passage as it commits itself to student organizations. As evidence. Mayo explained specifically how each organization reflects the school's mission statement and brings a level of commitment to the campus. "Committing to be a part of organizations at CBC is part of helping people fulfill the mission of honoring God with what we do," said Mayo."They are more than just hobbies - everything that we do is Christ centered. Disc golf and collegiate clubs pray before they go out and compete; their faith is infused with what they do. The

same applies with res life and all of those."

Norris agreed and stressed the importance of being connected and involved.

"It is really critical to be a part of a group because it helps you become part of CBC and connect with people who have similar interests," said Norris. "Organizations are a kind of way to help build relationships and a friend network to get through college."

All in This Together Tim Gunter, director of bands, conducts

the new CBC band during their daily rehearsal. This year the band traveled with the choir to performance on tour. Photo by: Zac Tyson

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BREAKING NEWS. Although the Tower newspaper has been around for 10 years, some students may not realize the Tower also has a web presence, which was further developed this year with its web editor, sophomore Jessica Sawyer. "The Tower Website strives to be a place where students can find campus news fast,"said Sawyer."We also work to find answers to questions students have about different things on campus and try to make the information available in a timely manner." Sawyer oversees a web staff of photographers and reporters to use a wide variety of media to display information, says Angela Wiser, Jessica Sawyer, sophomore

Tower Web adviser.

"We write our own stories and

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provide our audience with additional materials such as video, photo galleries and hnks to provide more information about a story," said Wiser. Throughout this year. Tower Web has been busy covering a myriad of events at CBC. "We covered things like sports press for softball

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Center, and then we also covered a few bigger stories such as the Yahoo email hack and the Galaxy Note 7 defects because those could directly apply to some of our students and faculty," said Sawyer.

Senior Mati Spencer, a journalism major, believes that Tower Web is a great source to gather information about the campus.

"I saw a lot more updates from the Tower Web media this year than in years past," she said. "I Uked them on Facebook and followed them on Twitter. I think it is

important to have a news website at CBC because that is the way the world is going for its primary news source."

How Does This

Look? Sophomore Jessica Sawyer, Tower web editor, asks adviser Angela Wiser about the appearance of the website.

Photo by: Makenzie Baker

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Choir is more than another program at Central Baptist College, according to the members,it is a family. Junior Amanda Hall enjoys choir because it is really fun and it doesn't matter how talented you are, it matters most that the members are a part of it and feel included.

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important because all of us are a family and I know I can go to anyone and they wiU encourage

me."

Bryant Wilson, a freshman at CBC, shared similar feelings on how friendly the people in choir are and how they make it exciting to be a part of. He also dug deeper and Shelbbie Daugherty, described how the atmosphere senior created when they worship and pray together is unique and how it has helped him personally. "Choir has helped me a lot with my prayer life," said Wilson."We try to pray at the beginning of class- it keeps

me focused."

According to Jim Turner, choir director, God is the focus and the one who gives the choir "guidance, strength, protection, and unity." When the choirs have opportunities to sing, it allows them to share this focus and His love with others.

"Choir is a venue to express the love of God through music; it is a love language that expresses heart felt love and the words we sing creates truth and expresses truth which is powerful," said Turner." It can touch a heart, cause conviction, and change a person."

And So It Begins! The CBC choir serenades the

audience with hymns as they proceed into their positions. The service took place in the Toland Center.

Photo by: Makenzie Baker

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Jesus. The Beach. Singing. A cruise. What do all of these have in common? They all were key parts of the Central Baptist College fine arts tour over Spring Break.

The choir and band helped fundraise their trip through a calling fundraiser and working a night to fundraise at Pizza Irm, said junior Stephanie Battles.

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of family and friends to call, and we spent one night just calling and asking if they would like to donate to

the CBC music fund," said Battles. McKeima Wilson, senior

Once all the money was raised, the group set out on a 10-day bus trip throughout the South and culminating

in a cruise to the Bahamas.

"We traveled through Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and Florida, stopping along the way to sing," said Battles. The choir and band went to different churches

performing some of their music, according to freshman Michael Landis.

Once the group arrived in Florida, they boarded a Disney Cruise ship to the Bahamas. Once the ship reached the Bahamas,the group spent time on the beach, sightseeing and performing at a school, said choir president, senior Mckenna Wilson. "The best moment on this trip for me was when after we finished singing our songs,they gathered around us and

sang a song as well. It was a very humbling moment," said Wilson.

Overall, the trip was great, according to Landis. "I wish we could go back and do it all over again," he said.

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accompanies them at a church in Nassau.

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STORY TELLERS CaAilhn Sta^ Picking a theme for the Carillon yearbook sounds simple enough: choose a scripture, brainstorm ideas, and select the most appealing. It wasn't that easy for 2017 Carillon co-editors senior Addie Bender and junior Macaela Shieldnight. "We were deliberating on ideas during the

summer and we couldn't find the right one," says Shieldnight. Bender and Shieldnight are also members of the Student Orientation Staff, which oversees Freshmen Move-In Day. Then on August 12, the night before for

Move-In Day,sophomore Cody Gracey MiUer, an SOS member, died in a motorcycle accident. Hannah Bowen, junior

As SOS and the campus mourned his death, Shieldnight and Bender noticed that students remembered MiUer in a specific way. "[They said] that he made a point to talk to people and be their friend, and to try and make people feel happy and joyful," says Shieldnight. The word "intentional" kept coming to mind to describe MiQer, as if "the Lord started laying the word on both of our hearts," says Bender. "[Cody] had a love for people, and a love for Jesus, and it was evident," says Bender. The yearbook's theme became "Be Intentional" to honor

MiUer.

The theme for the yearbook means to live a life of purpose, says Bender. MiUer had such a positive impact on the campus, says Bender.

"He truly was intentional," she says."He knew he was living with a purpose and used the genuine joy he had to make a difference on this campus the year he went to school here. His heart for others and for Jesus will be a lasting legacy here at CBC."

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Austin Lewis.

"It was great to go out there and meet some colleges and meet some new people. We aU wanted to win, we're all very competitive, and we were so close, lik but things just didn't really work out but it's StiU been a great experience." Carter Mayo, Even though the team is fairly new senior to the campus they hope that this season wiU be a foundation for what is yet to come from the program. "Going forward I think that we've proven that we can

be competitive and that collegiate disc golf is a real thing, and it's alive and weU," said Michael Mayo."We would Uke to build our roster. I would like to bring in kids that [can] diversify the talent, everybody plays disc goU a little differently so if we can have teams that are fuU and have diverse throwing styles I think we wiU be in good shape." According to Senior Hayden Moore,this was a great year for the disc golf team. "It was reaUy fim playing with some coUeges from around the state and even out of state, meeting a bunch of new faces, new guys that were aU very good disc golfers, but also great dudes," said Moore.

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FISHERS OF MEN

Sitbe/nmann Yes, Central Baptist College has a fishing club. And according to Michael Mayo,the director of student services, a "very competitive" one at that.

"It is hard to beat fishing. To get out on the water is great taking in the beauty of God's creation," said Mayo."The fishing club is a good representation of the school body,I can not ask for more."

Like many in the natural state,freshman Jessica Borden grew up fishing. Although she never fished competitively, she said that the fishing club at CBC would be a relaxing and peaceful group to be a part of. "The fishing club sounds hke a lot of fun

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because it is unique and southern," said Borden. "If 1 could, 1 would totally join it." Carter Mayo, The fishing team at CBC has competed senior for four years now and competes at a high level with multiple tournaments for the spring and faU season said Mayo. However, competition is not the only focus of the group, according to the fishing club's constitution and bylaws. "Our main purpose is to direct all focus on the glory of God and the saving Truth that is supplied to all men through Christ Jesus our Lord," the Club's constitution states.

Cody Goff, a senior and the captain of the fishing team, affirmed this statement by describing how his own personal relationship in Christ has been impacted by being a part of this team. "1 would say it's helped me because as we go through turmoil and trials in our life it is the same as when you are fishing," said Goff. When you are having a bad day you can rely on [Christ] and put your faith in him and it wiU help you grow spiritually."

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MINISTERING TO

MINISTERS. MpA^ Rice, The Minister's Association(MAs)has been around since

Central Baptist College's earliest days and is still going on even today.

Faculty adviser Stephen Raines explains that any student is free to come fellowship with this group of ministers; however, MAs is specifically geared towards present and future ministers attending CBC. "[MAs]is a group of people called into the ministry or even interested in the ministry and are wanting to grow in it," says junior Jared Perry. Every semester, MAs has a theme that they want the organization's Chiis McVay, junior

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members to learn about and live by. The theme this semester is the role of prayer a minister's life.

MAs has impacted student's lives and their current and future ministries.

"MAs represents an integral part in the spiritual community on campus, and I'm proud to serve in the capacity afforded me," says Raines,"Through this venue, I've met many outspoken(and now departed)servants of the Lord, and am the better for it."

Lee says he has been influenced by membership in MAs because the meetings allow him to take a break from the stress and craziness of school, hearing and learning from God's word and being poured into by other ministers. Perry agrees. "It has become pretty encouraging because of the pastors that come and talk to us about what to expect in ministry and how to depend on God along the way," says Perry.

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They are seen as leaders in Dickson Hall at Central Baptist CoUege. They do room checks late at night and are there when some one needs a hand or a listening ear. This is residence life, or res life, as we call it it's called at CBC.

"It incorporates aU of the housing staff. Res life is

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devoted to the growth and weUness of on campus students," said Michael Mayo, director of housing. Mayo says res life is more that just a job for the housing staff. "When being a [resident assistant], you have to be excellent at time management and you have to be quite patient," says sophomore Nathaniel Lawrence."However,if you pour yourself into the job, then it is a blessing."

Lawrence emd junior Stephanie Battles, both RAs, said that some of their favorite memories come from room

checks and getting to stay and talk for a few minutes to build a relationship with their floormates. "The biggest thing that stuck out to me is the community that the RAs built not only on their individual floors, but also Dickson Hall as a whole," said Katie Fleming, ^ riifc

Dickson HaU residence director.

Fleming agreed that the camaraderie built by RAs was on display during Hall Wars. "My favorite part is watching all the haU teams pull together to compete and in the process grow even closer together," said Fleming. Battles says that while being an RA is a tough job, she would not trade it for the world.

"Once feUow classmates feel like they can come to me as a friend, yet stilL respect me as an RA,I know that I have done my job of making them feel welcome into the dorm life

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sake of the students.

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GROWING SPIRITUALLY. M^axxieJa 3hijtMnu^Iit As a private Christian campus, Central Baptist CoUege students have the opportunity to worship God openly. Every Wednesday at 1 p.m., aU students on campus gather in Burgess Auditorium to attend a chapel service. Donny Parrish, spiritual life coordinator and chapel leader, said that this year's theme came from Philippians 2:13: "For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him." "Chapel services are an opportunity for students to worship and reflect on their own relationship with Christ," says Parrish. The time together is what junior Allison Skelton enjoys. "It is an awesome time for the whole

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college to get to come together once a week and worship our heavenly Father as one student

body," says Skelton. Senior Ben Brandon, a member of the chapel band for four years, says the weekly event allows those in the band and audience to worship the Lord and hear God's word spoken. "For me,chapel has always been a place to press pause amongst all the busyness and worship our great God," says Brandon. Senior Mckerma Wilson also enjoys serving as a member of chapel band. "It was great to look out and see all the students worshiping together and the speakers always had great things to teach us in that one hour time," says Wilson. Parrish notes that chapel speakers range from pastors, teachers, to even business leaders in our community who all live for The Leaders Junior Preston Jones, sophomores Shelby Cuthbertson and Michaela

Christ in their environment.

"1 love the students at CBC and the spiritual potential in each of them," he says. "It's a joy to see them prepare educationally, but the thing that will carry them through life is laying hold of their faith in Christ. It's really what CBC is aH about."

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Senior Pranay Borde, junior Blake Pittman, and seniors Addie

Bender, Jacob Lowery, Mati Spencer, and Carter Mayo served as the SOS team leaders.

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Week at the Blue Party with a group selfie. Photo by: Chelsea Riddle

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and run events on campus such as movie nights. Harvest Party and many other events," says junior Blake Pittman.

Several students are active members

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of SAB and many of them join to get involved on campus. This year there were events ranging from Open Gym Night to Harvest Party, which require different skiU sets from the SAB members

put on these events. "I joined in order to put my creative skills to use for something that could help other students," says senior McKenna Marlow.

Junior Macaela Shieldnight, SAB president, says she wants Central Baptist College to be a place where students feel they can have fun on campus, which might not be the case for other colleges. Shieldnight's goal was to make sure there were events for everyone's interests on campus whether it be girls,

guys, choir members or athletes. "I wanted SAB to have a variety of events instead of the

same few events every year," said Shieldnight,"I think that we accomplished this goal pretty well this year." Sophomore Amanda Hall and freshman RJ Crenshaw,

say their favorite part of SAB is seeing the event carried out and the fun students have.

"1 love getting to hang out with friends while enhancing the campus life and student morale," says Pittman.

Lightbulb Idea Freshman Zac Tyson and junior Macaela Shieldnight work on hanging lights in the dining hall for the backdrop of Harvest Party Photo by: Zac Tyson

TAKING CARE OF THE TOWER. QutAbeAtAcn^ The Tower is about much more than being a student newspaper filled with information about the campus and the surroundings, according to readers and staff members of the Tower. "I like seeing fellow students in the pictures and reading what their opinions are about different topics. I also like the

.V. Wk random poUs that [the Tower]includes," says

sophomore Amanda HaU. Several aspects of the newspaper keep a reader intrigued, HaU explains, "Because I have so many friends who are on the staff and work hard for the paper

I enjoy reading and seeing all of their hard work," she says. The Tower is also a great way for staff

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with their feUow classmates, according sophomore to freshman Mary Rice, who has served as reporter and photographer for the newspaper.

"My favorite memories thus far have been aU of the new people I've been able to meet," she says."There are a lot of interesting people on staff that I wouldn't have met otherwise." Junior Jake Tyson, editor-in-chief, says the Tower requires hard workers and dedication from each staff member.

"I'm in charge of what goes in the paper. I also give the reporters their assignments, teU [photo editor] Chelsea [Riddle] what photos we need for each issue, and decide how many pages each paper wiU be. I also contact the printers and teU them when each issue wiU be coming out," says Tyson. Tyson says the Tower has taught him much about being a leader and about teamwork.

"Sometimes you think the things that will work don't, so you have to go with the flow," says Tyson.

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CAMPUS DJs. M(2/ia^ Rioe. Often people think that the voices in between songs on the radio are just that, voices. However, Tower Radio is more than just voices between songs. Freshman Allison Bisher says that the DJs for Tower Radio are all passionate about music and the Lord. Junior Zach Gurney has three shows and explains he loves being

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Gospel through music. "When I'm on the air, nothing else matters. All the problems and worries of life just seem to stop at the door of the station," says Gurney. Meanwhile, other DJ's love to brighten people's day. "We have a sticky note on the

computer where we set up our shows that says,'Smile' to remind us to smile when we speak," says Bisher. "If you do a whole show with a smile on your face and a positive attitude, you wiU drown all your problems away." Freshman Luke Smith plays a lot of Christian rap during his show.

"I get to talk sports and play good music I enjoy hearing and get to share what I love with my listeners," says Smith."Plus, it's really relaxing being behind a microphone like that. Just getting to speak and know you're heard is a good feeling." Bisher says that the only thing that matters is making the most out of the time they are on air as a DJ. "To remind people that they're not alone in their trials and to be a voice on their phone, computer, or radio that reminds them they are valued and loved," said Bisher.

What's Next? Junior Jacob Bentley

plans out his next radio show. Encoruaging words and music are

always the main goal, according to Bentley. Photo by: Zach Gurney

1. Up Next Senior Stephanie Battles selects songs for her listeners for her next show.Photo by: Zach Gurney

2. Strength in Numbers Juniors Jacob Bentley and Zach Gurney talk on the air during their show, When Grace Meets Truth. Photo by: Sadie Backus

Beginner's Luck 3. Live on the air, freshman Sadie Backus shares scripture with her listeners.

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The Whole Crew Tower Radio DJs each had shows

from one to three hours per week. Tower Radio listeners can hear the

shows on any device with internet. Photo by: Allison Bisher

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There are an abundance of reasons to attend college. Regardless of what the lure of college life is for a

particular person, it is inarguable that when boiled down to its core purpose, college is about school. Academics. Scholastics. And it would be prudent to be present in this endeavor, no matter what drives it.

Professors play an imperative role in student's academic careers, and to them much of the credit for student's future careers is due.

"Professors play a huge role in how a student looks at a class or even a subject," says senior DaKota Saeler. "Professors can shape the whole dynamic of a student's college career. But to find this, attending class is a huge advantage. You also pay thousands of dollars for these classes, so I wouldn't waste your money."

Being present in all facets of life is beneficial, but it comes in to play greatly when concerning academics. This is because it not only affects you in short-term in respect to grades, but also in the long-term in respect to future career

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How About This? Delena Gammill, professor of education, answers a question about curriculum from junior AUie Young during Educa tion Profession.

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1. All Ears This group of girls listens to the difference between

reliability and validity in Gomez's Tests and

students' academic

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intake. "I'm begging you. Please! Learn something!" says New. Photo by: Makenzie

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Martin Jameson, Bible professor at Central Baptist College, feels like teaching is God's calling for him and God gifted him to do it. "I never feel more fulfilled in ministry than when I help others understand and apply His truth to their lives," Jameson says. Senior Pranay Borde says that Jameson is good at relating to his class across the board, from freshmen all the way to seniors. Freshman Bryant Wilson agrees. "I enjoy how involved he is in his teaching. Sometimes the Bible isn't the most interesting thing, but Jameson makes even the smaller things more interesting with memorable facts and energetic speaking," says Wilson. Jameson says he tries to provide a safe and free Chris McVay,

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"I want the students to feel respected, appreciated and valued," he says. Both Wilson and Borde describe how Jameson plays songs before class and adds pop-culture pictures into his slide shows to keep the students actively involved and learning. "Jameson really tries to connect to his students before class, during class, and in his office hours. I believe that he reaUy cares about his students by his actions," says Wilson. Borde says that Jameson is available for all his students. "He really takes the open door policy seriously. Where I have stopped by for a question that I have, he would drop everything and give me all his attention," Borde says. Wilson also appreciates Jameson's explanations of scripture. senior

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"Dr. Jameson teaches in a way that makes a meaningful impact on the lives of his students," says Rutherford.

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1. Problems in the Church Martin Jameson, assistant professor of Bible, asks students questions about the Pauline letter, Galatians, and the controversy between Jews and Gentiles during survey of New Testament.

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Central Baptist College has many professors who have been here for much of their careers, including Beth Cantrell, business department chair, who has taught for 27 years.

"In the business department, we prepare students for careers in business," she says. "However, we want to teach more than business principles." The department exists for a special reason, Cantrell says. "We try to share biblical principles that will help students to not only be successful in their careers," she says."We want m

them to advance the kingdom of God through the professional Senior opportunities that God gives them." Students say they enjoy CantreU's teaching

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methods and classroom environment.

"The environment is very friendly. She hkes everyone in class to be as a group and know and share stories with each other," says senior Manuel Perez. CantreU gives students many opportunities to

succeed.

"Along with her lectures, 1 Like that we have a quiz over every chapter we have talked about in class in WebStudy," says senior Danielle Hightower. Junior Michael Van Johnson believes that Cantrell

has been one of the most knowledgeable and influential professors in his college career. "She has a very confident teaching style, so

All Over the World Katherine Ligon, assistant professor of business, teaches

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students are assured that she knows her information. The

business department at CBC makes you feel like they want you to succeed, and this is definitely true of Dr. CantreU," says Johnson.

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department chair Beth Cantrell's computer applications class. Photo by: Pranay Borde

2. Consumers and Producers Heather Solano, assistant professor of accounting, covers production and cost theory during microeconomics.

3. How to Make a Plan Junior Tyler Turner listens to Katherine Ligon, assistant professor of business, discuss how to make a business plan and market effectively. Photos by: Pranay Borde

Corporations and Partnerships (Left) Heather Solano, assistant professor of accounting, lectures in Accounting Principles II

Express Yourself (Below)Katherine Ligon, assistant professor of business, discusses oral reports in Business Communications.

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Ann Gardner, chair of the communications department, has been teaching for 10 years at Central Baptist College. She was a high school teacher and a newspaper reporter before coming to CBC. She has different methods that she uses that she finds to be effective.

"I vary the methods I use in the classroom, but my favorite is a version of the jigsaw technique," says Gardner."Each student is assigned information to research or a chapter in the textbook, sometimes independently or

in a group. On a specific day, all information is presented to the class by the students, with

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each class member seeing how his/her part contributed to the overall knowledge of the topic." Students say they enjoy her teaching

methods just as much as she enjoys using them. "Her teaching grabs my attention and holds it. She makes me really want to pay attention and learn about what she is teaching," says freshman Dalton Parker.

Being free to question what is being covered is something Gardner strives for within her classroom.

"I want my students to feel they can be open and honest to respond to or ask questions about what I am teaching. Most importantly, I want journalism students to understand the importance of their chosen field and the responsibility each has as a member of the media," says Gardner. "Her classroom makes you feel comfortable and she really encourages you to participate in class. She is by far one of my favorite professors at CBC," says Parker. The student is what's most important to Gardner. "The light bulb moments are wonderful, but I also enjoy watching a student develop skills in the many areas of journalism and multimedia," says Gardner.

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Photo by: Allison Bisher

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After being inspired by her parents, who were educators and coaches, Delena Gammill, education professor, says she has a new mission to find the best future educators and train them to be successful in their future classrooms.

"[Gammill] has a way of explaining information we need to know in such a way that we can incorporate it into our lesson plans or other teaching classes with little trouble making it easier to remember and use," freshman Cecilia Putter says. Gammill's experience as an

administrator and teacher and her ability to teach is only overshadowed by her ability to inspire, according to freshman Caleb Long. Long says the way Gammill ends Cecilia Putter, each class speaks the highest of volumes of why he, too, wants to teach. "I would have to say that my favorite part of class is the little devotional and prayer that we go over at the end of class," Long says."While I have learned a lot from the observations and assignments, the scripture reminds me why I am becoming a

teacher."

Students say that everything that GammiU does is clearly intentional to help them succeed. She says that there is one major key to teaching, whether it's in her own classroom or the classroom of any future teacher she teaches. "The key word is probably passion," GammiU says."You want to be sure you have a passion for what it is that you are doing, and hopefuUy I try to show that passion as weU,so that we get the right people in the field. That's originally why I came to Central Baptist CoUege. I want to be sure we get teachers into the public schools that reaUy have that passion for kids and aren't there just to get a job or a paycheck."

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education, about some new education legislation and how that impacts the teacher prep program.

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Delena Gammill, professor of education teaches Education Profession, the prerequisite class to entering the

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but also succeed outside the classroom.

Senior Dylan Clarke praises Smiley for expounding meaning from the text and teaching literature the way it ought to be read and assessed.

"Dr. Smiley is both thorough and skilled in textual criticism," Clarke says. "Dr. Smiley helps me to learn by actually teaching the text(s) rather than what he or our culture thinks Levi Rutherford,

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According to sophomore Jessica Sawyer, Smiley's informal approach also helps many students to be able to grow and remember the material. "He likes to teach in different ways than most teachers do, and it helps not just me learn, but he helps everybody else learn," Sawyer says."He's very interactive with his students and he likes getting our input, and it helps us learn the material, not just study it and forget freshman

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Despite his students not all being English connoisseurs, that does not keep Smiley from wanting to inspire students to succeed. "When you teach English, most of the students are in there

because they have to be. It's not normally their first choice," Smiley says."So I try to find aspects of the material that I think are interesting that the students can relate to. I try to find some humor in it if it lends itself, and just in general, try to convey that I might not take myself very seriously, but I take the material seriously."

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Being a music major takes a lot of practice, horns, and dedication for probably not a lot of pay; however,to many at C.B.C., studying it here is weU worth it because of the excellent teaching and because it is what they love to do. Earl Johnson, Associate Professor of Music and Chair of the Fine Arts

Department, explained how his classes are interactive, demanding, and require a lot of practice and hard work, however,in the end, it is beneficial for the students.

"Om music degrees help prepare students for careers in teaching and music ministry," said Johnson. "Studying music in the Christ-centered environment of Preston Jones, Junior

CBC helps students develop a Christian world view that wiU in turn exert a positive influence in society and the workplace."

Sophomore Kaylen Fagala believes Johnson is "very xmderstanding" of the challenges and difficulties within the degree and helps them through it. Also, even if the degree plan is

difficult, it is stiU worth it because,for her, she loves how it makes

her feel emd how she can worship God while using a talent God has given her. "If God's given you that talent then you should use that

talent to glorify him even though studying it isn't the easiest sometimes but it is one of the most expressive things you can do," said Fagala. Another music major at C.B.C, sophomore Max Sullivan, verified this point by stating how he loves music and it was the only thing he really wanted to study and Johnson and the other professors do an excellent job with teaching the necessary material.

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1. Tale As Old As Time... Jim Turner, co-chair of the fine arts department, lectures to seniors Laura Embry and McKerma Wilson during music history. Photo by: Ruth Cheng

2. Note Writing Earl Johnson, co-chair of the fine arts department, helps sophomore Kaylen Fagala during music theory II. Photo by: Ruth Cheng

1. Perfect Melodies The womens chorus circle up during rehearsal to practice their harmonies for their upcoming chapel performance.

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professor of kinesiology, class prepare to run bleachers in the A.R. Reddin Fieldhouse.

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IK 1. On Your Mark... Aaron Brister, professor of kinesiology, has his exercise science class run bleachers in the

fieldhouse while they talk about the importance of exercise for athletes.

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2. Spot On! Aaron Brister, professor of kinesiology, and junior Thomas Milner act as spotters for another fellow classmate in the work out room on campus.

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Aaron Brister measures senior Aaliyah Block's vertical jump during class. Photo by: Sadie Backus

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1 Chronicles 16:24 says,"Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among aU people." The missions department at Central Baptist College equips

students with the necessary tools to spread God's word throughout the local community and the world. John David Smith, assistant professor of missions, aims to not only teach to inform students, but to transform them as well.

"My favorite verse when it comes to teaching is 2 Timothy 2:2 which says,'And the things you have heard me say in the presence of witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others," he said. Senior Mati Spencer says she has endless Krista Abel, senior

respect for Smith because of who he is and what she has learned in his classes. "Missions classes with John David Smith

have been so life-giving," she said. "I walked out of his classes with a

feeling of purpose and more knowledge about how to reach the lost in

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Spencer said that not only did she gain knowledge in his class, she also had some cool experiences. "Brother John David is multilingual and sometimes he would

show off this awesome skill. Sometimes he will launch into his Cape Verde Creole or speak Portuguese, and even some Pigeon English. I love that kind of thing, so it was interesting," said Spencer.

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missionary calling is the greatest part of my role at CBC," said Smith "I enjoy telling future missionaries what I wish someone had told me before I went to the mission field," he said.

Church Growth Sophomore Nate Lawrence and senior Carter Mayo listen intently as John David Smith, assistant professor of missions, shares strategies for church growth. Photo by: Sadie Backus

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1.The Key Is... John David Smith teaches about how discipleship is vital in church multiplication.

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2. Student Engagement 2. All Ears Seniors Krista Abel and Carter Mayo and sophomore Nate Lawrence hsten as John David Smith lectures.

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on freshman Bailey McElyea during beginning bowling. Students learn techniques for bowling then have the opportunity to practice them at the local bowling alley.

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2. What to Do in an Emergency Riddle goes over emergency procedures with his camp and outdoor leadership class. This class involves an overnight camping trip where students

apply all of the things they have learned over the semester.

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1. Be Careful Freshman Kady Johnson and classmates complete an activity in chemistry lab as Elizabeth Gomez,professor of chemistry, supervises. Photo by: Mary Rice

2. Last Lab Freshmen Shelby Raborn and Dalton Parker put the final touches on their last biology lab assignmentdissecting crayfish. Photo by: Mary Rice

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Their is a famous saying that says if you don't know his tory, it is doomed to repeat itself. Luckily, students have the opportunity to learn about history so the same mistakes aren't made. Professors like Dusty Bender, head of the social studies department at Central Baptist College, are responsible to help students learn and dig deeper in history. "My favorite part of any Bender class is when he lectures over anything I'm famil iar with and takes the topic and goes further with it than I have ever learned." says senior

Seth McLemore.

According to McLemore, Bender helps students remember his lessons by tell ing personal stories about himself or people he knows that are relevant to what is being Reagan Goode, taught in class. sophomore "I think that the way Dr. Bender explains his tory helps me to learn," sophomore Reagan Goode said. "I love how he uses real life examples that have happened to him or others to explain how it relates to what he's teaching." To Bender, who has been at CBC for 38 years, history is more than just stories to help students remember for a semester. It's all about sharing a story that God has put together and people are currently watching unfold. "My philosophy, I guess, is multifaceted," Bender said. "For one, to teach history as His story, as an unfolding of a divine will, and the second thing is to teach history as an art, something that you have to refine, you have to develop, you have to study, you have to know,something you have to learn. Something that the student has to own instead of something that I just give to the student."

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In short, student athletes are required to have courage individually and as members of a team. Being a Mustang has included life lessons, according to senior Scott Gracey, who played baseball and ran cross country.

CBC athletics has also taught sophomore Michaela Brandon about perseverance. "During a tough workout or a match against an amazing team, one must keep pushing and fighting for your team," said Brandon.

Gracey said athletics has shown him that Life isn't always going to be easy and fun and there will be struggles. "But once you have achieved the good, it is even sweeter because you have put in the work and dedication," said Gracey. Others say they have had a spiritual experience as a team

member.

"Being a Mustang athlete has shown me better how

to worship God through my sport and speak life into my teammates and everyone around me," said junior Madison Skelton.

Her sister, junior Allison Skelton, agrees. "I feel as a Christian athlete, the best thing to do in order to be courageous is to trust God and follow His lead," said Allison Skelton.

Athletes can be courageous when they put things into perspective, said Madison Skelton. "I know that ifIfail in my sport, God will still love me the same," she says. "This life is not all there is so why not go get it and be the best we can be with no fear of failure?"

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ORDER ON THE COURT. Sto^ 6^: -AUiMm BuJvt/i, The sound of tennis shoes scuffing against the gym floor. The yells of the team as they call out to each other. The roaring of the fans as the ball is snapped down onto the other side of the net. Two teams, twelve nlayers, one game, giving nothing but their all for one sport, volleyball. Several of the players said that this fall season has been a time of learning and growing for the volleyball team. "There are times where, as a player, we sometimes question our love for the sport, but the key is to not let that fire die

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down," said senior Halee Hensley. With a new coach, and a losing record of 4-21, the team hopes for improvements to come. "That is aU someone can reach for.

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winning more games, pushing to build more and gain more," said freshman Bailey Sheeks. The players said coach Shatel Gaines did a great job adjusting to their team. According to freshman Hope Johnson, Gaines is easy to relate to eind pushed them to work hard and play as a team. "We as a team are expected to drown everything out and accept the reality of playing the game," said Sheeks."To always be on our toes ready to play." It's about knowing abilities, said freshman Hope Johnson. "You carmot be successful if you play with an individualistic

mindset," said senior Gloria Bell.

"We try to do our best, and if someone was to make a mistake,"

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2. I'm Fly'n Senior Gloria Bell serves the ball during a close game at A.R. Redding Fieldhouse. Photo by: AUison Bisher

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3. Eyes on the Prize Freshmen Kobie Hartman gets ready for a bump during a Lady Mustangs game. Photo by: AUison Bisher

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training us," says Turner.

Cezar Tarlea, Central Baptist College's cross country coach, a native of Romania,is in his second year of coaching cross country. "He really knows what he's doing when it comes to running," says

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"He's also good about forming relationships with us," says Horvat. Freshman Averi Ratliff has run since she was 11 years old and admits she has a love/hate relationship with the adrenaline that comes at the starting line. "I know I'm about to do what I love, but I also know it's going to take everything I have in me to do it," says Ratliff.

Cross country is not just about racing to junior Macy Burroughs. She says the sport has taught her more. "'Challenging'is how I describe cross country, but I love the atmosphere," says Burroughs. Ratliff says she enjoys seeing teammates doing their best at cross country meets. "My favorite part is hanging out with my team when we travel," Horvat says."Race days are fun, but practices are always fun because you get to know your team more." This past season was the beginning for CBC's cross

Test of Endurance Senior Alyssa Fontillas finishes her last cross

cotmtry race.

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Ahead of the Pack Sophomore Hopi Horvat paces her run in front of a few other

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country team and Turner says he believes that the next season will be better because a foundation has been laid.

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runs between multiple schools as they take off. Photo by: Daniel Slusser

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2. Follow Through Junior Cameron Reesor follows his golf ball's movement while practicing his aim. Photo by: Makenzie Baker

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As the 2016-17 season concluded, the Central Baptist College wrestling team was faced with adversity, dealing with a number of injuries, and finding team chemistry in just a number of matches.

"The team has nothing to hang their head about with finishing two matches above .500, with an overall 18-16 record," says freshman Matt Jones. "The goal â&#x2013; m was to work hard every match and to eventually becoming a National qualifier." Coming up just short of qualifying for Nationals, Jones and the rest of the team have a lot to look

forward to as off-season approaches and next season gets underway. "The best part about this season was growing close to the few that were tough enough to last," said freshman Ben Freeman. "It's a fantastic support system to have in your corner." Sophomore Zach Kearney's season concluded with finishing fourth in regionals and earning All-Conference honors. Even off the mat, Kearney says he worked equally hard in the classroom, earning a 4.0 CPA. "I do my best to lead by example, and cheer the team on whenever Ican," said Kearney. According to Ken Prophete, head wrestling coach, the

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team did weU in the conference tournament. "2017 AMC Conference tournament was one of the

best highlighted moments for the team," said Prophete. "We had five out of the six that that competed place in the conference and three of them titled All-Conference placing in the top three in their individual bracket." Prophete said this year was a good one for the Mustang Wrestlers. "Those that competed this year did so with plenty of heart," said Prophete.

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grip was held tight by each player. Photo by: Raquel Westerman

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1. Feel the Win Finding the upper hand, sophomore Zach Kearney works hard to with every move. Strategy was a big part in his performance. Photo by: Raquel Westerman

2. Smell the Win Sophomore Michael Cunningham pinning his opponent to the ground."He was holding on to a single leg and I was doing a power-haft." said Cunningham. Photo by: Raquel Westerman 3. Look at the Win Junior Francisco Joseph works to gain the victory. Pressure was on but mostly on the other guy. Photo by: Raquel Westerman

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Finishing the season with an overall record of 2-14, Central Baptist College men's soccer is preparing for the upcoming season, and this leaves great opportunity to shine and improve, according to players. "This season was a learning experience," seiid co-captain junior Michael Van Johnson. "We were trying to mesh together with the new IB. coaching staff and players. It didn't

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love each other, but the chemistry on the field needs to be better. We have good leadership on the team," he says. According to players, being a part of a team is a responsibility. When a player does not do their part, it hinders the Junior

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"As senior year is approaching it will be my last season. I'm going to work hard this summer to make sure we have a better season than last year and to stay positive no matter the outcome," says Owen.

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Women's Soccer is one of Central Baptist College's many offered sports. To some, it may seem like just a game, but to the team,it means much more than that. "My favorite thing about the team is that we are all so accepting of each other and are always there to support one another," says freshman Kady

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then we go straight into stretching Unes," says Johnson. "After we stretch, we usually move onto a few drills." Winning is not a main goal to some. "The season wasn't a winning season, but that's not the main goal. Last season, my team became more unified and we aU excelled in our skiUs and friendships,"

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7 in the Christian division, the Mustangs have had a season full of accomplishments. "Since I'm from Prescott, Arkansas, one «»S

of the biggest accomplishments was beating Southern Arkansas University at SAU," senior Bryce Evans said.

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accomplished or near accomplished all of them,including winning the central regional championship, and advancing to the NCCAA

National Championship in Dallas in March. They were defeated in the championship 95-64 by Dallas Baptist University. "One of our goals was to win 20 games, and another was to be in the postseason tournament," Siillivan said. "I think we expected to be pretty good, but, ultimately, to finish third and to upset Division 2 schools, we might not have known we were going to be quite that fortunate this year."

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"Our team is always asking themselves,'Do you want to be good or do you want to be great?'. I think that the motto not only applies to basketball, but to life as weU," says Gibson.

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at Central Baptist College. Lyle Middleton, women's basketball coach, explains that as the 2016-17 season progressed,the team began to find their identity together. This was huge for nine new freshmen, a"> each player says she has a heart for the same sport. Kaxlie Senko, "We had a young team this year, freshman starting three or four freshmen in every game," says Middleton,"We are stiU learning. As the season continued, we began finding our identity." In order to know who they were as a team,the

players had to get to know each another individually, see their teammates' passion for the sport and realize that they all had the same goal, and go back to the basics of why they began playing their favorite game in the first place. "The best part of playing basketball is competing in the games and always improving my skiUs," says freshman Emily Gardner. Gardner and junior Audrey Moran say they

Close the Game Lyle Middleton leads the Lady Mustangs and their opponents in a prayer at the close of the game. Photo by: AUison Bisher

Jump Ball Senior Aaliyah Block steps on the court in with hopes of a win. Her stance says it all, she's ready to play

both began playing basketball when they were young. Although Gardner began pla3hng the sport with her dad, Moran tried multiple sports before figuring out soon after

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she started that basketball became her favorite.

"My favorite part of basketball is how fast paced the game is," says Moran."You are constantly competing and the girls that are your teammates, are also friends for your life."

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2. Jump to Block 1. Defense Hailey Humphreys takes her position and gets ready to make a play to score.

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3. Looking for the Shot Freshman Emily Ridgell looks to her feUow players for help. She patiently waits for the time to take the shot. Photo by: Pranay Borde 4. Take a Breather Freshman Karlie Senko takes a moment to catch her breath and coUect herself.

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1. Aiming for the Fence Sophomore Ryan Guyton nails the ball during a game and gets on base. Photo by: Ruth Cheng 2. Better Run Fast

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1. Wind Up Senior Cole Johnson strikes out a player from the opposing team.

Photo by: Allison Bisher 2. He's Out Senior Catilin Cragle rears back to throw a fast ball. Cragle struck out the opponent. Photo by: Allison Bisher

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3. Concentration Senior Cole Johnson warms up before a game against Crowley's Ridge at Victory Field. Photo by: AUison Bisher

other team bats. It's clear to see

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ONE BIG FAMILY SkJlK^nmann. Softball, a sport that involves skiU, speed, strategy, trust and teamwork,is more than just a game at Central Baptist CoUege. It is a group of sisters in Christ who build and encourage each other through Him on and off the field, according to those involved. Jordan Jones, assistant Softball coach, says that the team atmosphere this year has been amazing. Whenever a teammate w had to rmdergo a trial, the other women would be there to help and support her. "The team has continually come together and picked each other up this year and I'm very Kaylee St. John, proud of each of them," said Jones. sophomore

"I can definitely say I've never seen a group grow closer to God and laugh so much throughout

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lifetime.

Senior Whitney Wade also loves her team and her coaches and feels like they are "family." Furthermore, she also thinks this cadre of softbaU players has an even farther reaching goal- to display the love of Christ on and off the field.

"Athletes, in general, are on a platform a lot of people watch; as Christian athletes there should be a

Going for the DInger Sophomore Kaylee St. John swings and hits the ball during a Lady Mustang softball game. Photo by: Makenzie Baker

difference in the way we work, play, and act," said Wade. "As a part, I know that our softball team works every day to worship God in what we do, and that's what our institution stands for too."

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88, 89, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99,102, 103, 106, 107, 109, 131

Clark, Hunter Clark, Robin

A Abel, Krista Allen, Ashlyn

8,17, 23, 36, 57, 65, 82, 94, 104, 105 19

Clarke, Dylan Cline, Logan Coffield, Truett Cope,Payton

Allen, Austin

Courtney, Blair

Anderson, Clayton Arnold, Percy Ayers, Micheal

82 83 18

Cragle, Caulin Crass, Himter

B Backus, Sadie 16, 19, 20, 30, 31, 35,44,45, 48, 49, 54, 55, 67, 69, 72, 74, 75, 94, 95. 99, 100, 101,104, 105,108, 124 Baker, Makenzie42,43, 44, 45, 61, 86, 87, 95,108,109, 110, 111,

11, 51 38, 76, 95 96 92, 107 14, 26, 62, 91 42 20, 98 131 7, 12, 16, 28, 39, 119, 120 46, 81 9, 21, 45, 64,68, 75, 123 15, 57, 111 29, 121 91, 102

Cree, Austin Crocker, Mackenzie Crossley, Dylan Cunningham, Michael Cunningham,Summer Cuthbertson, Shelby ....30, 42, 49, 60, 66, 70, 86, 90, 92, 97,116, 124

118, 119, 132, 133

Baker, Samuel Baker-Worsley, Erin Baker-Worsley, Jacob Banister, Suzanne Barnett, Candra Baskin, Sean

14, 59, 89 47 12, 72, 119 8, 38 36, 40, 56, 57, 59, 62, 73, 91,97 51

Battles, Stephanie.9,11, 14, 21, 32,46, 58, 59,68, 69, 70, 72, 95 Bell, Gloria 50, 86, 114, 115 Bender, Addie 3, 5, 13, 35, 37, 38, 39,48,49, 62, 63, 82, 120, 124, 139, 140

Bender, Dusty Bender, Elliot Benson, Mondarrius

77, 110, 111 13, 18, 55

Daugherty, Shelbbie Davenport, Reginald Davis, Mallory Davis, Marcus

Davis, Matthew Davis, Morgan Dicus, Blair Dorsey, Keyshawn Drage, Kristen Duffield, Blake

8, 44 21, 92, 124 35, 72, 73 117

Guyton,

101, 116, 119 14, 72, 101 16, 49, 59, 73, 119, 140 18, 19 29 77, 111

Bentley, Jacob 45, 68,69 Bisher, Allison..8, 11,13, 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 34, 35, 37, 39, 43, 49, 56, 57, 59, 60, 61, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 92, 93, 109, 112, 113, 114, 115, 122, 123, 124, 125,128, 129, 131, 138 Block, Aaliyah 33, 101, 128 Bohler, Dylan

Borde, PranaylO, 11, 23, 28,45, 50, 51, 63, 65, 75, 79, 88, 89,90,

E Embry, Laura Estrada, Alyssa Evans, Bryce Evans, Mike Eyre, Lauren

8, 9, 39, 52, 98,99, 107 55, 100 32, 65, 126 18, 22, 26, 81,126 22

91,126, 127, 129

Borden, Jessica Bowen, Hannah Bowen, Janice Bowman, Austin Bradley, Dylan Bradley, Kaimon

Brandon, Ben Brandon, Michaela

31, 36, 37, 52, 54, 93, 102 8,12, 17, 21, 48, 57, 58, 59, 67, 89, 108, 118 102, 103 11,14, 16,17, 32, 36,42, 59, 87, 124 9, 30, 38, 52, 99 Ill

7, 32, 60, 66, 76, 82,120, 125 18, 53, 60, 72, 113

Brimer, Jacob

Brister, Aaron

14, 15, 23, 76, 100, 101, 130

Brown, Joel

Browning, Bradley BuUard, Sydney

Burch, Rikki Burroughs, Macy Burrows, Kinley

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59, 65,89 39

56, 78,96 55, 80, 116

Carnahan, Taylor

Fagala, Kaylen Faulk, Sancy Fellers, Reagan FerreU, Zachary Fimpel, Morgan Fish, Dale

Fitts, Katherine Fleming, Katelin Flynn, Tasha Fontillas, Alyssa Ford, Jordan Foster, Seth

Fuqua, Catie

8, 35, 37, 53, 86,98, 99, 103, 117 56, 57 32, 33, 60,116 54, 61, 87, 99, 131 32, 79,95 48

12, 39, 54, 66, 109 58 28, 29, 124 25, 40,47, 56, 57, 62, 80, 81, 116 36, 111 81

65, 115

c CantreU, Beth

Gabbard, Judy 25, 90,91 29

Gaines, Shatel

Gammill, Delena

77, 108, 109 114

85,94, 95

Gardner, Ann Gardner, Emily Gibson, Lenee Gipson, Benjamin Glover, Amanda

Goff, Cody Gombard, Tatum Gomez, Elizabeth Gomez, Oscar

21, 24, 26, 49, 76, 92, 93, 140 33, 79, 80, 100,128 28, 33, 57, 66, 94, 95, 102, 114, 115 114 38

52, 53, 140 25, 101 25, 109 87

Goode, Reagan 71, 73, 110,122 Goodwin, MitcheU 4,17, 20, 33, 35, 37, 40, 54, 62,126 Gordon, KeUy 43, 73 Gracey, Scott 4, 10, 18, 23, 38, 113 Graham, Savannah...18, 20, 21, 23, 34, 36, 40, 57, 62, 63, 64, 81, 88, 95 Graham, Taylor 75 Green, Marcelious 46, 126, 127 Green, Shayla 8, 9,45, 57, 59, 94, 127 Grimes, Jarrel 10, 33 Gunter, Tim 41, 47, 99 Gurney, Zach 25, 30, 43, 55,68, 69, 93, 96, 102

Guyton, Caleb Guyton, Ryan

17, 26, 51, 69, 73, 104 9, 20, 27, 122, 131

H Hager, Jessica 9, 20, 23,45, 61, 64, 69, 73, 91,96 Hall, Amanda 19, 35, 43, 44,45,61, 64, 66, 68, 83, 106, 107,124, 140

Hall, Darius Hammontree, Meredith Hampton, Deshun

19 10, 19, 21, 23, 26, 48, 74, 106,107 80

Harmon, Austin

64,118, 119

Harris, Justin Hartman, Kobie

19 115

Headley, Sarah Hendricks, Tarra

Hensley, Halee Hibbard, Joshua

Hightower, Danielle Hodges, Calvin Holmes, Ben Horton, Hattie Horton, Lauren Horvat, Hopi House, KymberUe Howard,L'Donta Howell, Xavier Humphreys, Hailey Huskey, Xavier

33 125

93,114 75

90, 125 23, 38,46,117 72, 84, 88 33, 107,125 73 23,47, 63, 116, 132 110, 132 21 35 81, 103,129 18, 19, 51, 73

I Inocencio, Christopher Irwin, Kassidy

32, 97, 109 118

J James, Matthew Jameson, Martin Johnson, Cobi Johnson, Earl

21, 27 88, 89 72, 105, 118, 123, 131 45,98,99

Johnson, Gavin Johnson, Hope Johnson, Kady Johnson, Ryan Jones, Autumn Jones, Beth Jones, Jessica Jones, Jordon Jones, Matthew

13, 21, 24, 38, 55 32, 114 39,49, 109, 124,125 28, 29 27, 29, 107, 124,131 100 16, 22, 60, 66, 105, 121, 126, 140 132 120

Jones, Nicholas 75, 82, 121,126,127 Jones,Preston...4,13, 16, 24, 52, 57, 60, 73, 82, 90, 98,118,120 Jones, Rachael 58,133 Jordan, Courtney 4, 17, 54,130 Joseph, Francisco 121

K Kearney, Zachary Kimbrow, Terry Kincaid, Aaron Kirkemier, Mallory Knox, Kelsy Kocher, Austin Kwekel, Joshua

120, 121 23, 24, 39, 56, 57 14 27 98,115 13, 21, 25, 27, 36, 73, 116, 121 76

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Law,Emily Lawrence, Nathaniel Lawson, Jalin Lawson, Rachel Lawson, Samantha

Lee, Frank Lee, Zac Lewis, Austin Ligon, Kateryna Lockhart, Jordan Long, Caleb Lowery, Jacob Lumley, Heather

96 34, 46, 62,67, 73, 82, 91, 122

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47, 61, 65,99 14, 16, 32,43, 58, 59, 72, 104, 105, 117 31 29, 50, 73, 133 99, 130

77, 100 2, 11, 15, 20, 21, 31, 47, 53, 55, 63,75 15, 16, 17, 31, 50, 51, 68, 73, 123 77, 90 21, 23, 31, 44, 59, 65, 75,93,94,107 13, 35, 66, 94,121 10, 11, 12,14,15, 17, 20, 21, 62, 63,65, 94 33

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28, 60,131 29, 50, 84,122

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12, 19, 36,107, 108 129

May, Monterio 15 Mayo, Carter 8, 25, 31, 50, 51, 52, 53, 57, 63, 80, 95, 104, 105 Mayo, Michael 10, 26, 34, 41, 50, 52, 53, 58, 77 McAlister, Elijah 99 McAllister, Gary 24 McBride, Jayln 127,129 McCain,Paige 4, 67, 83, 88, 92 McClendon, Kylee 26, 38, 74, 78 McClure, Coleman

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25, 54, 88 12, 45, 47, 60

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Millan Morales, Eduard Miller, Devonte Milner, Thomas

118 38,132 45,89, 100, 101

Mitchell, Christopher Moore, Hayden Moran, Audrey

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13,17, 20, 21, 29, 65, 93, 116, 117, 119

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74, 78, 81, 129 30, 31, 32, 105, 114 5, 20, 21, 83, 92, 127 10, 97

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11, 37, 43, 125, 133 ' 4, 79,105 100 7,17, 20, 28, 33, 35, 49, 75, 88, 92,96

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112, 122

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Padgett, Lisa Pangle, Jacob Parker, Dalton Parrish, Donny

32 11, 20, 31, 63,90, 122 2,17, 24, 27, 28, 31, 92, 95,109, 114 60, 61

Patterson, Austin Pavlov, Artemii

12, 28, 78, 98 69

Payne, Catelyn Pereira, Kaitlyn

129 12, 17, 58, 103

Perez, Manuel

15, 38, 90, 115, 129

Perkins, Jarma

Perry, Caley Perry, Jared

59, 132 16, 29, 36, 37, 44,49, 54, 66, 67, 68, 87, 128 24, 91, 92, 128 28, 120, 122, 130 53 10, 12, 17, 27, 30, 35,43, 63, 64, 68, 102, 108 47, 52 87 55, 76, 88

Porterfield, Aleighu Poteet, Zach Prophete, Ken Purtle, Cole Putter, Cecilia

Raborn, Shelby Rackley, Courtney Raines, Stephen

Riddle, Chelsea. 1, 2, 5, 7,12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 27, 36, 37,

Nance, Clay New, Aaron

Pharr, Lauren Phillips, Jace Pinney, Tyler Pittman, Blake Polk, Deekota Porter, Aimee Porter, Virgil

16, 108 9, 16, 23, 30,65 120 123 16, 24, 94, 95, 100

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Spencer, Mati Spigener, Wyatt St. John, Kaylee .7, 38, 109 102

54, 55, 111 6,117,119 96, 97 57, 69, 70

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Stelivan, Krystol Stephens, Hunny Stokes, Olivia Sullivan, Maxwell Sullivan, Wes

12, 40, 42, 49, 62, 63, 85, 104 27, 29, 48, 66, 115 4, 23,46, 132, 133 97

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1. star Spangled Banner Tlie CBC baseball team begins their game at Busch Stadium with the National Anthem.

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2. Fearless Leaders Juniors Shayla Green and Hannah Bowen,senior Stephanie Battles, sopho more Hunny Stephens,juniors Jared Perry and Jordan Lockhart, senior Brad Browning, and sophomores Nate Lawrence and Austin Bowman makes up the resident life team.

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this year. And it was a mission we succeeded in.

The men's basketball team made it to the regional playoffs. The Student Orientation Staff bounced back from an unimaginable loss to welcome freshmen into their new home on ceimpus. The Student Activity Board hosted many events throughout the year, such as Open Gym every Wednesday night that brought new friendships together. SOAP groups met to bring God glory to his name. The Mustang baseball team was the first coUegiate Arkansas team to play at Busch Stadium, and not only did they play, they worked hard cmd won the game. We,the students of CBC, were intentional in our education, our friendships and in our relationship with our Lord. But it does not stop here.

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