May 1, 2009
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A look back at Social Justice Week By Sam Stevens Staff Writer
Timmy Huynh
Students construct their cardboard houses Monday afternoon at the start of Social Justice Week.
Grads from Page 1 Tomasik had applied to various departments within a few top schools around the country, and did not expect to get into both Harvard and Rice University. Although Harvard requires its students to obtain work experience for two years prior to admission, Tomasik is already excited to learn more and develop connections, and recognizes that “God opened the door with the Harvard admission.” During his time at Taylor, Tomasik was involved in various extracurricular activities, which was what helped him stand out. He states other factors like internship experiences, a high GPA and having good relationships with professors as beneficial too. Tomasik worked at Taylor’s Center for Research and Innovation, the chemistry department, Taylor’s Entrepreneurship Club (TEC), and also founded his own company on campus. He describes Tiergan Technologies LLC as a “chemical research company developing a new process to making carbon nanotubes,” and says it was a
Hodson from Page 1 “I went down to the Upland bank ... and I told him my sad story,” Kesler explained. “He, in a sense, became my financial aid officer, and we became good friends over that.” Thirty years later, they were reunited in Upland, and by then Hodson’s investment had been proven a good one; Kesler had returned to Taylor as university president. While the Hodsons never had children of their own, they invested deeply in the lives of Taylor students. He and
“very significant learning experience.” Tomasik is grateful for an unforgettable four years at Taylor, and is looking forward to tackling more significant problems and using his skills to make a difference in the world. “Taylor’s helped me get a broad based education, with a strong Christian worldview attached to it, which is beneficial,” he said. “(It) helped me get ready to face the challenges that I would expect to face when I graduate.” Regarding the process of applying for graduate school, Tomasik advises students to “treat your applications like a job, and put a lot of time into them ... and just take it one step at a time.” Another student heading to graduate school is senior Nate Antiel, an English literature and history major, who will be attending Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, to study Irish Literature. Antiel had this to say for students looking to pursue graduate studies after Taylor: Allocate your time well. Plan in advance what schools you want to apply to, find out when the application deadlines are and how much
it costs. Building rapport and strong relationships with professors is also essential, as they will be your support and guide. “You have to start early ... if you want to go to graduate school,” he said. “Undergraduate is just a preparation for graduate school, so you need to be careful in the classes that you choose, and invest in your studies.” As for senior Jeremy Erickson, a mathematics and computer science major who is going to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for graduate school, he advises students to prioritize their activities, apply far in advance and target numerous schools. For those who have yet to go through the experience, the task may seem daunting, but take heed to the advice given by those who have gone before us. Preparation is key. Spend your time at college wisely, know what you want, and go all out for it. Then you no longer have to cringe when asked the critical question: “What are you going to do after you graduate?”
Mary Hodson ate lunch on campus with the student body every Sunday. Through the relationships fostered between the local business man and generations of Taylor students, Hodson maintained the close bond with the university that culminated in his final contribution. “Those students didn’t know it at the time, (but) they were part of a much bigger story,” said Vice President for University Advancement Ben Sells. “You never know who you may be sitting next to in the Dining Commons.” Of the $13.8 million estate gift, ap-
proximately $6 million was designated for specific purposes: scholarships, a faculty chair in the School of Business, the operation of the Dining Commons, and the William Taylor Foundation. The remaining $7.8 million will go predominantly toward the construction of the Science Learning Center. “The university is going to be significantly advanced through this ... in every way: scholarships, programs, facilities, and then the life lesson of stewardship,” Bedi said. “It’s more than you could ever ask or imagine.”
Chapel 10 a.m. Heritage Weekend
Grandparent’s Day Concert
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Smoke on the Mountain Spring production Mitchell Theatre, 8 p.m.
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Rest and recovery tent after race 8 a.m.
Alana Kee and Emily Hurst Sopranos Recital Hall, 3 p.m.
Taylathon
Smoke on the Mountain
Taekwondo KSAC, 3:30 p.m.
Smoke on the Mountain
Spring production Mitchell Theatre, 3 p.m.
Taylor Ringers & Bell Choir Concert Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Spring production Mitchell Theatre, 8 p.m.
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Indy Mini-Marathon Jr. Voice Recital
Jazz Ensemble & Ringers 11 a.m. Rediger Aud., 4 p.m.
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This week, Taylor students were challenged to step out of their dorm rooms and comfort zones. Shane Claiborne, author of “The Irresistible Revolution,” started out the week discussing the need for Christ’s love to be shared in tangible ways and the importance of preaching the gospel with our lives. “Christianity is more than just a set of doctrines on paper,” he stated. “I’ve learned more about God in the tears of a homeless mother than any theology book.” On Tuesday, Chris Lahr discussed the history of the Rwandan genocide and his own experiences there. He challenged students to open themselves up to the people of the world and to truly be moved by compassion. “We live in a safe, plastic Christianity,” he said. “But have we done anything to truly make a difference?” Social Justice Week Director Danielle Green explained the poverty simulation conducted on Wednesday. Students were given a scenario or a family situation to imitate what it is like to live on a limited income. “It may not be an exact representation, but it gives students a sense of understanding, empathy and compassion,” Green said.
Charities benefited from Social Justice Week as well. Money collected from the cardboard community will go to a youth conference on reconciliation and social justice in Rwanda. “We decided to ask for a $2 donation from the students who wanted to be a part of the cardboard community,” said sophomore Hannah Chupp, a student board member. “This figure reflects the fact that a large portion of the world today lives on $2 a day.” T-shirt donation boxes were set up in the dorms for The Mercy House, a community development in Anderson. “We all know the cardboard community’s not actually simulating poverty,” Chupp said. “But what I think is wonderful about living outside in a box this week is the intentionality of being uncomfortable. To get outside our comfort zone, to get a little bit soaked by the rain, brings a new set of experiences that can only help us to understand others.” The week was wrapped up with Mark Struck of ALARM ministries. In his address he stressed the importance of compassion, justice, and peace in being a witness for Christ. “We are supposed to be a peculiar people,” he said. “Otherwise, what makes us different from the rest of the world? We need to demonstrate a hope that is different, so that we can give a reason for the hope that lies in us.”
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Chapel 10 a.m.
Lit @ Night
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TBA, 8:15 p.m.
Int’l Mosaic Night Rediger Aud., 6:30 p.m.
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Symphony Orchestra Concert Rediger Aud., 7:30 p.m.
Opera Scenes Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
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