A PUBLICATION FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS OF CRANDALL UNIVERSITY Spring 2010
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President’s Desk Dr. Brian MacArthur This edition of the Growing Edge reaches you at a time when the University is in the midst of major changes and advancements. Initiatives in progress over several years are converging to create a new wave of synergy as the University moves to the next level in its mission of transforming lives through “quality university education firmly rooted in the Christian faith.” On Saturday, May 1, degrees were awarded for the first time in the name of Crandall University. The Crandall University Act, 2010 was granted Royal Assent by Lieutenant-Governor Graydon Nicholas in the New Brunswick Legislature on Friday, April 16, 2010. The Lieutenant-Governor was then present for the morning Convocation ceremony on May 1 to witness the first degrees being granted in the name of Crandall University. Throughout the day the Chancellor of the University, Mr. H. Jack Stultz, conferred 156 degrees on deserving graduates who had met all the requirements. As well, 16 certificates were awarded in Literacy Education, Christian Foundations, and Youth Leadership. It was a wonderful day of celebration as students were acknowledged for their success. We thank God for the opportunity we’ve had to invest in the life and future of each graduate. With the changing of the University’s name now official and complete, the ABU era becomes another precious chapter in the development of the mission of the University. In the same way as alumni are quick to note they attended UBBTS or ABC, others will proudly identify with ABU. We are grateful for God’s providence over sixty years as the University of today consistently emerged from each era of growth. Those graduating this spring have had opportunity to see the future of the University emerge in front of them. This has been a year of construction. The new academic building has literally risen from the ground since last September. It almost doubles the space of our existing building and will allow student enrolment to grow to over 1000. The new facilities
will be open by September 1 of this year to welcome returning students and the Class of 2014. The University has been pursuing membership in the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC). We are encouraged that the process is continuing to move forward and we are very hopeful that we may have an important announcement to make before the end of 2010. Membership in the AUCC will confirm to many the quality of education Crandall offers and will also help with international student recruitment. A new name, a new building, a new level of recognition – all will contribute to the continuing growth of the University as we strive to become one of the strongest Christian universities in the world. Growth does not occur without cost. Crandall is a faith venture dependent on God’s goodness and the generosity of many supporters. As a recipient of this magazine you have interest in the mission and progress of the University. I need your help as we strive to conclude our fiscal year-end at June 30 with our books balanced. The responses we receive in June will literally determine the outcome. We are also inviting people to make a special commitment to the capital campaign so that Crandall University will be available to students in the future who are seeking their post-secondary education at an institution that holds to this standard in Christ – Colossians 1:18b – “that in all things He might have the preeminence.”
Dr. Brian MacArthur President, Crandall University
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The Growing Edge is the magazine of Crandall University. Its purpose is to inform alumni, donors, and friends about the University and to keep them in touch with the life of Crandall, its family and friends. Alumni letters, unsolicited manuscripts, art and photos are welcome for possible inclusion. Items for “Alumni News” should be identified by graduation class. Free subscriptions to The Growing Edge are available upon request. Changes of address should be sent to: Production of this issue of The Growing Edge: Tara Leger, Development Associate Editor: Crystal Wheaton, Communications Manager Crandall University E-mail: crystal.wheaton@crandallu.ca Box 6004, Moncton, NB E1C 9L7 Assistant Editor: Gilda Ryder, Director, Development and Alumni Relations Tel:(506)863-6459 1-888-968-6228 E-mail: gilda.ryder@crandallu.ca Fax: (506)858-9694 Layout & Design: Crystal Wheaton E-mail: tara.leger@crandallu.ca Printer: Taylor Printing Group Inc., Publication Number : 4000 6990 CANADA POST www. crandallu.ca
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Leadership Awards The Crandall University Leadership Award was created by the University’s Senate as a way to acknowledge Christian Leaders from all ‘walks’ of life who have made contributions locally, nationally and internationally. This year the University was pleased to present three Leadership Awards. The first award was presented at the morning convocation to Dr. Margaret Findley Munro. Margaret was born in Toronto where after graduating high school she became a Registered Nurse.
Dr. Margaret Munro
Following a year of staff nursing, Margaret enrolled in a one year diploma course at the University of Toronto. She then returned to Peterborough for two years as a clinical instructor before entering the University of Toronto to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduating in 1963. From Toronto she moved to Saskatoon where for three years she taught simultaneously in the diploma and degree nursing programs at the University of Saskatchewan. She earned a Master of Education degree at the University of Minnesota and in 1967 accepted a position on the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Toronto. For thirteen years she taught at various levels in the four year nursing program, the three year post-RN programs, as well as the master of nursing program. In 1976, Margaret was granted a sabbatical leave to complete a Ph.D. in Education at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She returned to Toronto to begin her first round of post-doctoral research in which she developed and used written simulations of clinical situations to test and measure differences in clinical problem solving skills. In January 1981, she became the Associate Dean of Nursing at the University of Calgary. During her time at the University of Calgary, Dr. Munro was invited to spend her 1987 sabbatical year in England as a visiting professor in the Division of Nursing Studies at the University of Surrey. Dr. Munro moved to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island in July 1990. Her task was to direct the development of a new nurs4| T he Growing Edge
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ing program for the University of Prince Edward Island. Margaret was appointed the Founding Dean of the School of Nursing in January 1992 and the first class was enrolled the following September. She continued in this position until her retirement in 1997. In 2000, Dr. Munro published a book entitled “Forward in Faith” to chronicle its development. Margaret was raised in a home that practiced faithful church attendance, thus giving her a Scriptural foundation for life. Her faith has been evidenced in her professional work as well as involvement in church and community. In her local congregation, First Baptist Church of Charlottetown, she has served as a Deacon, Chair of the Board and Sunday School teacher. She served a three-year term on the Board of Governors of Crandall University. The second and third Leadership awards were presented at the afternoon convocation. The first to be presented was to Tennyson Arnold Walker. Tennyson was born in Moncton and raised in the Parkton area of the city. His early years of education took place at the Parkton School in his neighborhood and then at Moncton High School, graduating in June of 1944. Following high school, Tennyson completed the one-year Accounting Certificate program at Oulton’s Business College. Shortly after graduating from Oulton’s, Tennyson was interviewed by the President of Lounsbury Company Limited for a position in the Moncton-based accounting office. In 1948, he was transferred to Campbellton, New Brunswick where he assumed
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a new position as Lounsbury’s Office Manager and served diligently in this capacity for fifteen years, In 1963, he was transferred back to Moncton in conjunction with his appointment to Lounsbury’s Board of Directors and his election as the company’s Secretary/Treasurer. Then, in 1979, Mr. Walker was chosen by the Board of Directors to be President, being entrusted with the responsibility of 621 employees spread over 27 branches.
2010 Under his leadership Lounsbury expanded and grew, symbolized in part by the moving of the Moncton dealership and furniture store to new locations where they continue to exist and prosper. Upon his retirement in 1994, Tennyson was awarded a certificate of recognition for his 60 years of dedication to the betterment of Lounsbury Company Limited. Despite his hectic schedule and work commitments throughout his career, Tennyson was equally involved in and committed to supporting positive initiatives within his community and church. He has been involved in the Rotary, Gideons International of Canada, the Pregnancy Resource Centre of Moncton, and on the board of various organizations, including the Kenneth Spencer Memorial Home and the Atlantic Baptist Foundation. In addition to these commitments, Tennyson has been a humble and quiet philanthropist to many not-for-profit organizations within the city and beyond, including Crandall University. Tennyson’s commitment to his home church of Highfield Street Baptist is apparent and he is a Lifetime Honourary Deacon. He has been married to his wife, Hilda, for over 60 years, and they are proud parents of one son, Bill, and five cherished grandchildren. One of his greatest gifts to Crandall University has been to encourage his grandchildren to consider attending the University as students, and four have chosen to follow his counsel and enroll. The second award was presented to Archibald Duncan McLean. Archie was born in Toronto, Ontario but due to his family relocating from time to time he called Ottawa, Ontario; Cambridge, Ontario; and Brandon, Manitoba all home at some point during his childhood and adolescent years. When he finished high school his next stop was Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario where he completed a Bachelor of Business Administration Honours degree, graduating in 1964. Immediately following graduation, Archie attained a managerial position with Coutts Hallmark. The following year, he accepted a position with Quaker Oats as their New Product Development Director. He later was promoted to Marketing Director, a position he held until he accepted a role with McCain Foods Limited in 1972. Thus began a 13-year relationship, which included advancements to Vice-President of Marketing, Senior Vice-President, and finally, in 1992, he became President. The strong leadership demonstrated by Mr. McLean while with McCain Foods resulted in him being invited to become CEO and Vice-Chairman at Maple Leaf Foods Limited in 1995. This appointment also included the Executive Chair position for Canada Bread Limited. He maintained these two senior level positions until his retirement in 1998. During his career, and even after his decision to step out of the formal work environment, Mr. McLean has been involved on numerous boards and has assumed the role of Chair in many of them. Some of these institutions and companies include Canadi-
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an Frozen Food Association, Food Institute of Canada, Canadian Food Processor Association, University of New Brunswick Business Advisory Council, and Youth for Christ. Other organizations where he continues to contribute his experience and expertise as the Board Chair or Director include Tyndale University College and Seminary, Transport for Christ, Nation at Prayer, Give & Go Prepared Foods,Visionledd, BWS Steel Fabrication, and Intervarsity Christian Fellowship of Canada, to name just a few. Since 1972, Archie and his wife, Kathleen, have made their home in Woodstock, New Brunswick. They have been blessed with six children – three boys and three girls – who in turn have contributed 17 very special grandchildren to the family dynamic. Another precious dimension within the life of Archie McLean is his faith in Christ. Many faith challenges have occurred since he gave his life to Christ, to the point that, in his early thirties, he faced a time when he had to re-establish his priorities and re-connect with God’s call on his life. He speaks of this time in his life as re-discovering “what’s important and what isn’t.” To this day he emphasizes the need to always give God the glory in any endeavour, great or small. One of the many expressions of Archie’s faith that has manifested over the years has been his generous spirit and his desire to be a blessing to others just as he has experienced blessings within his life, whether professionally or personally. Those who know him speak of the many quiet acts of kindness that he has extended to others who need help or support. In addition to these more subtle and quiet expressions of his faith, Archie has been in demand as a speaker to myriad Christian groups across all denominations. He has also been a teacher of an adult Bible study class for over two decades and has served his Presbyterian denomination through such involvements as chairing the Atlantic Presbyterian Men for over a decade. Crandall University was pleased to recognize and honour these individuals with the conferring if its 2010 Leadership Awards. www. crandallu.ca
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Convocation Day Proud parents, families, faculty and staff gathered on May 1, 2010 to celebrate and commend the first graduating class of Crandall University. Lillianne Doucet spoke on behalf of her fellow Education graduates. In her Valedictorian speech, Lillianne quotes, “Sure, I dreamt of marrying Prince William and never having to work a day in my life but, sadly, the pull of education was stronger than our love for each other.” Female plumbers, the first woman to walk on the moon, or even a marine biologist; so many dreams - but why teaching? Taylor Mali (a teacher-turned poet) said it best according to Lillianne when he asked “What do teachers make?” You want to know what I make? I make kids work harder than they ever thought they could. I make kids wonder. I make them question. I make them criticize. I make them apologize and mean it. I make them write, write, write. And then I make them read. I make them show all their work in Math. And hide it on their final drafts in English. I make them understand that if you got brains then you follow your heart and if someone ever tries to judge you by what you make, you tell them: “I make a difference, what about you?” Lillianne challenged her fellow graduates to think of the teachers who have made a difference in their lives. Lillianne quotes, “My teachers taught me to read, write, add, subtract, divide and multiply. They taught me that science is more than facts; it’s about exploring the world around us. They taught me to throw a ball and catch it, to shoot a basket and make it. They taught me that “re” follows “do” and “fa” precedes “so”. They taught me that, sometimes, making mistakes is a good thing. They taught me that everyone deserves to be loved, no matter what. And that sharing is a very noble virtue. They taught me how to treat my friends and my enemies. But, most of all, they taught me that Lillianne Doucet life itself is a lesson and that we never stop being students.” Lillianne leaves her fellow Education graduates with the challenge of always being students and encouraging words from Ms. Frizzell from the Magic School Bus: “Take chances, make mistakes and get messy!” 6| T he Growing Edge
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Jonathan Dunnett delivered the Valedictorian speech on behalf of his fellow Bachelor of Arts, Business and Science students. Jonathan shared stories of his favourite professors and classmates in a trip down memory lane. He quotes, “We’ve had opportunities to achieve things that we thought perhaps we’d never do.” Getting through a hard or disagreeable class or simply a class at 8:30 am. Jonathan had some more interesting experiences - he was lucky enough to teach Dr. MacArthur how to play rock, paper, scissors at the Spring Banquet. Jonathan ensured his fellow graduates that there is always hope, (and it’s always good to have a stick of dynamite around when you need it, too). Jonathan reminded his clasmates not to let business in life get in the way of what really matters. What really matters is family, friends, learning and experience. We will continue to learn through each individual experience in our lives, and sometimes we will learn things together. Jonathan Dunnett Jonathan and Lillianne’s speeches challenged those in attendence to keep learning, and through learning, experience new things and have the opportunity to show other people how to be students for the rest of their lives, too. The University experience offers so much more than just academic learning; it shapes each and every individual into people who have lived and learned and will continue on in the world. In Jonathan’s words, “As we move on with our lives, we all have passions and skills which God has given us. Though we are but fallible human beings, we can use those passions and skills to impact the world before us.You can make a difference in your world. It might be by serving someone lunch who does not have. It might be taking five minutes and listening to someone who needs to talk. It might be stocking the shelves the best they’ve ever been done. So, carefully consider the arbitrary; you may find upon examination they are not so. Sometimes life may seem overwhelming. Sometimes circumstances will seem too much to bear. If you ever find yourself there, consider the words of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20:12,” We do not know what to do, but our eyes are upon you.” On behalf of Lillianne Doucet and Jonathan Dunnett, Thank you. Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2010. by Melissa Moore
Distinguished Alumni Award Dr. Carol Thorne
Carol Ann Thorne, born on October 31, 1944, grew up in the beautiful farming community of Midland, New Brunswick. Blessed with three siblings, supportive Christian parents, and kindly Christian grandparents, Carol was nurtured not only in a loving family but also by members of the Keirsteadville United Baptist Church, where as a youngster she involved herself in the youth programs offered. After completing high school, Carol wished to enroll in an x-ray technician program, only available to her through the Ottawa Civic Hospital, but requiring completion of grade 13. In the fall of 1963, Carol enrolled at the United Baptist Bible Training School in Moncton, where she completed grades 13 and 14. AT UBBTS she came under the influence of teacher Samuel Rosselet, who instilled in her a love for languages. After completing her courses, Carol transferred to Gordon College, where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Modern Foreign Languages with a major in French and a minor in German. During an additional year at Gordon, Carol’s interest was piqued by Wycliffe Bible Translators, leading her to attend the Summer Institute of Linguistics at the University of North Dakota. In 1967, she accepted teaching positions at UBBTS and Harrison Trimble High School. While teaching, she studied at night and in the summer, earning her Bachelor of Education degree in 1972 from the University of New Brunswick. In June 1972, sensing God’s continued call in her life, Carol left her teaching position at Harrison Trimble High School to enroll in Wycliffe’s six month jungle training camp, a requirement before settlement in French speaking West Africa. Further French language studies then aided the completion of an undergraduate degree at the Sorbonne in Paris, before finally arriving in Cameroon in 1974 to
L-R: H. Jack Stultz, Chancellor, Dr. Carol Thorne, Award Recipient, Gilda Ryder, Director of Development and Alumni Relations, Dr. Brian MacArthur, President
begin translation of the New Testament into the Tikar language. Masters studies in Paris during her furlough year in 1977 progressed into doctoral studies that were completed at the Sorbonne in 1986. Finishing her portion of the Tikar translation, Carol returned to New Brunswick in 1988 to join the faculty at Atlantic Baptist College to teach Linguistics and French. Further evidence of God’s love and leading in Carol’s life was the gift of marriage to Raymond Thorne in 1994. Beyond her teaching career, Carol continues to be an instrumental leader within the Alliance Française de Moncton. In 2004, the Ambassador of France to Canada awarded Carol one of his nation’s most prestigious honours, the “Purple Legion,” in recognition of her personal and professional efforts in support of
French language and culture. On another front, Carol has given stellar leadership for nearly two decades to planning and overseeing the UBBTS1960-1964 reunion gatherings. Given to honor an alumnus for exemplary accomplishments and service, and to encourage and challenge other alumni to greater efforts and service, the Distinguished Alumni Award was presented on the 30th day of April, 2010 to Dr. Carol A. Thorne.
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Catherine Margaret Gorman, Fredericton, NB Jordan Hayden Paul Halliday, Moncton, NB Trudy Lynn Hodgson, River Philip, NS Ashley Elizabeth Kelly, Lower Coverdale, NB Erika Nathalie LeBlanc, Cocagne, NB Anthony Leger, Riverview, NB Christopher Allan Leger, Moncton, NB Julie-Ann Olla Lepper, Tatamagouche, NS *Bethany Joy Lipscombe, Ammon, NB Barbara Janet Longaphie, Riverview, NB Stephanie Marielle Lounder, Moncton, NB Maria Beth Lynch, Miramichi, NB Meaghan Eunice MacCormack, Moncton, NB Margaret Rachel MacKay, Stellarton, NS Joshua Gordon John MacLeod, Moncton, NB Nancy Jane MacPhee, Riverview, NB Shonda Marie MacQuarrie, Moncton, NB Hillary Ann Manuel, Miramichi, NB Rosheen McAlevey, Moncton, NB Timothy McBeath, Hillgrove, NB Danielle Marie McCurdy, Sussex, NB Laura Michelle McLean, Miramichi, NB Carolyn Jean Miller, Sackville, NB Rebecca Anne Morey, Riverview, NB Brandice Elizabeth Muise, Oromocto, NB Jason G Polley, Smiths Creek, NB *Stephanie Maria Ross, Boundary Creek, NB Amanda Forsythe Rossiter, Hillsborough, NB Melinda JE Seldon, Riverview, NB Jodi Lee Stilwell, Moncton, NB
Timothy William Sullivan, Miramichi, NB Matt Sweezey, Miramichi, NB Caroline Jane Toogood, Moncton, NB Patricia Lynne Tozer, Miramichi, NB Marianne E Waite, Fredericton, NB Anita Marie Wallace, Sussex, NB Sarah Dee White, Fredericton, NB Christine Elizabeth Windley, Hopewell Cape, NB Mae Kathleen Wright Chapman, Riverview, NB
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Luc Andre Albert, Rexton, NB Courtney Connors, Campbellton, NB Jonathan Gerald Statham DiFalco, Salisbury, NB Jonathan Daniel Dunnett, Moncton, NB Jessica Marie Gillis, Moncton, NB Amy Kirsten Jones, Quispamsis, NB Amy Lynn Keirstead, Moncton, NB Trent Christian Mutch, Sillikers, NB Anne Marie Dawn Rushton, Summerside, PE Mark Gordon Street, London, ON Krystle Lynn Tribe, Centreville, NB Atoiya Whinfield, St. John’s, Antigua
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Cody Earl Myles Bolton, Dow Settlement, NB Gillian Amy Hatfield, Somerville, NB Tara Marie Stultz, Riverview, NB Shawn Norman Tait, Moncton, NB
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Dean’s List Fall 2009 Dean’s List Kaitlin Adshade Chelsey Allen Ashley Atkinson Vanessa Babineau Laura Bokma Diane Bosse David Bradley Jonathan Budd Jillian Burlock Darlene Chappell Dianne Churchill Cynthia Clarke Angela Cole Tessa Collette Shannon Colpitts Courtney Connors Jacqueline Cote Nora Cottrill Jennifer Cyr Susanne Daigle Andrea Doiron Jonathan Dunnett Jenny Dymond Laura Ells Mary Frances Fogarty
Adrian Forsythe Jenna Gaudet Meghan Geauvreau Heather George Meaghan Gilbert Tracy Gogan Ben Grosvenor Tiffany Hamilton Judson Hescock Jessica Hodder Phyllis Hudson Diane Ingabire Melissa Ingalls Monique Jalbert Amy Jones Bethany Jones Melissa Keays Jeremy Kelusky Francesca Kennedy Erin Keoughan Scott Killam Penelope Knackstedt Rebecca Koot Justin Legendre Heather Lewis
Bethany Lipscombe Deven MacDonald Felicia MacDonald Katelyn MacDonald Shawn MacPhee Kaly MacPherson Katelyn Maloney Ghislain Martin Justin Mattatall Erica McIntyre Vanessa McIntyre Sarah McRae Melanie Mealey Kelly Murphy M.Susan Murray Candace Nicholson Jenna Olsen Andrew Oulton Leanne Pike Christine Poirier Nicholas Quesnel Emily Rhyno Annick Robichaud Lisa Robinson Neil Rogers
Shannon Saunders Alexander Scott Tiffany Shaw Catherine Smith Denise Stables Sara Steele Chloe Steeper Katie Steeves Tasha D. Steeves Amy Stephens Shelley Sterling Laura Sutherland Melissa Taplin Meaghen Taylor Julien Thebeau Meghan Toups Micah Trueman Holli Vaters Miranda Wilson Treavor Wilson Tommy Wood Carolyn Wrobel Christopher Zak Jennifer Zirpolo
Felicia MacDonald Katelyn MacDonald Victoria MacDonald Kaly MacPherson Justin Mattatall Erica McIntyre Michael McIntyre Vanessa McIntyre Sarah McCrae Jordon McWilliams Melanie Mealey Katelyn Meko Amos Mercier Jeff Mills M. Susan Murray Candace Nicholson Elizabeth O’Brien Jenna Olson Alisha O’Reilly Andrew Oulton Leanne Pike Christine Poirier Nicholas Quesnel Emily Rhyno Ashley Robichaud
Lisa Robinson Neil Rogers Stephanie Ross Catherine Smith Wanda Smyth Sarah Steele Katie Steeves Amy Stephens Laura Sutherland Leah Taber Melissa Taplin Meaghan Taylor Meghan Toups Micah Trueman Amanda van der Heiden Virginia Vicare Katrina Volberding Rebekah Wilkinson Miranda Wilson Trevor Wilson Rebecca Wood Carolyn Wrobel Christopher Zack Jennifer Zirpolo
Winter 2010 Dean’s List Kaitlin Adshade Kelly Arnold Ashley Atkinson Erin Beaton Mario Bellavance Diane Bosse Robyn Boudreau-McCue Elizabeth Boutilier David Bradley Paula Brinston Jacqueline Cantin Dianne Churchill Angela Cole Tessa Collette Shannon Colpitts Julie Comeau Courtney Connors Lisa Cormier Jacqueline Cote Nora Cottrill Sebastien Dalcourt Darlene Doiron Jonathan Dunnett Jenny Dymond Adrian Forsythe 10 | T he Growing Edge
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Convocation Awards 2010
The Morrison Education Distinction Award was given to (L-R) : Bethany Lipscombe, Christina Fowler, Rebecca Morey, Timothy McBeath, Lillianne Doucet, Shonda MacQuarrie, Stephanie Ross
Highest Overall Standing Within the Class of 2010 Adrian Ronald Forsythe Crandall University Honours Society Meghan S. Geauvreau The Gord and Marlene (Steeves) Read Award for Inspirational Teaching
L-R President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Brian MacArthur, Ashley Crossman, and Chancellor, H. Jack Stultz
2010 Faculty of Business Administration Gold Medal
L-R Robert MacDonald and Winner Jonathan Dunnett
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Future Foundations "During a service at Beechwood United Baptist Church,
I noted with the Church that we were asking them for $1500 over 5 years for the capital campaign. The pastor, Brian Barron, announced that the church had considered the request and determined they could give $1500 a year for 5 years, in other words $7500. What a blessing!" Dr. Brian MacArthur - President and Vice-Chancellor
The importance of this campaign stands on the reputation from the past, the present realities and the opportunities for the future. What will be the final result? By each of us doing our part we will see doors opened up, and such things as we have never thought (or even dreamed) to be possible. The response from the Family Gift Division (faculty/staff/students) demonstrates that commitment - a goal surpassed by 22%." Stewart West - Family Gift Division Solicitor
"The Future Foundations campaign has continued to gain momentum as we reach the 63% mark of our $24,000,000 campaign. Tremendous support and prayerful consideration has been evident as volunteers and campaign staff approach individuals, churches, companies, government and foundations. In the upcoming months our alumni will also be invited to support the Future Foundations campaign. We anticipate strong support that will ensure that we make this campaign a huge success." Gilda Ryder - Campaign Director
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Supporting the Future Foundations campaign can be as simple as going online. Visit www.crandallu.ca/giving or phone Gilda Ryder at 863-6444 to discuss your involvement today.
You are Invited! Thursday , June 17, 2010 - 3:00 p.m. Naming Ceremony for the Stuart E. Murray Hall (the first academic building on campus) Saturday, August 21, 2010 - 2:00 p.m. Dedication Ceremony for new academic building Wednesday, September 8, 2010 - 10:30 a.m. Official Opening of the new academic building www.crandallu.ca The Growing Edge
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Partners in our Mission Charles and Marina Hudson
Charles Hudson was elected to serve as a member of the Board of Governors of Atlantic Baptist College from 1990 to 1998. While serving in this capacity he recognized the quality of education being provided and was impressed by the availability of faculty to respond to student’s needs and by the positive relationships between students and faculty. After considering various universities, which included a visit to the ABC campus, their daughter Lynn concluded that ABC was the best place to pursue her studies. Lynn attended ABC from 1992 to1996. Her graduating class was the first graduating class of ABU and the last class to use the old ABC facilities. She received a quality education in preparation for graduate studies at Providence L-R Laura Bokma, 2009-10 recipient of the Mark William Hudson Memorial Scholarship, Marina and Charles Hudson and Melissa Moore, 2008-09 recipient of the Mark William Hudson Memorial Scholarship College and Seminary (MA in Christian Counseling). She enjoyed her time at ABC, scholarship (The Mark William Hudson Memorial Scholarship) they the fact that she was studying in a Christian decided to honor the memory of their son, Mark, who died in 1982 environment, and made many friendships that continue to this day. at the age of 7. Mark loved Jesus and they believe he would have During 1995, while serving as a member of the Board of chosen to attend ABC. Helping other students in this manner was a Governors, Charles attended a presentation made to the Board good way to remember Mark. Later, Charles approached staff at the regarding the use of life insurance policies as a basis for establishing university to establish a second scholarship through a life insurance future scholarships. This was during the same period of time their policy honouring their daughter. They have continued to contribute daughter, Lynn, was a student. “We thought it was a good idea to to the scholarship to gradually build up the principle amount. fund a future scholarship as appreciation for the terrific education The Hudson’s have received thank you notes from scholarship she was receiving at ABC,” stated Charles. “Since it was a life recipients and recently had the privilege of meeting two of them. “It insurance policy we knew that it would probably be many years was special to meet these students and talk with them about their before it came into effect. We selected a dollar amount larger than studies and future aspirations,” shared Marina and Charles. “We are we would otherwise have been able to fund and paid the premium pleased that we can help and are pleased that others will benefit in over a ten year period.” In establishing the scholarship they wanted the future. Our continued contribution to increase the scholarship to encourage students to acquire a quality education where Jesus fund is evidence that we believe this is a good decision and a Christ was honored –not ridiculed or dismissed as irrelevant. partnership with Crandall that has mutual blessings.” “Whereas Crandall is a private university it does not benefit by the many millions of dollars paid to public universities to fund their day-to-day operations,” Hudson said. “We wanted to help This scholarship means much more to me than recognition or students attending Crandall to reduce the financial burden of reward. It reminds me of the grace of God, a treasured but free some of the fees they have to bear that public university students gift, from someone out there who cares.When I was offered the do not face.” Charles went on to say, “We (Charles and Marina) opportunity to meet the donors of this scholarship, I was excited are both university graduates and understand how difficult it is to and a bit nervous to actually see the faces of such generous and fund an education. The Lord has blessed us and we desire to be godly people. I was not disappointed nor dismayed. I was greeted by a blessing to others. Our scholarships are for returning students. Marina’s bright smile and put at ease by Charles’ humour. Not only Entrance scholarships are more readily available so we wanted was I able to form a warm and meaningful relationship with the to ensure that returning students benefited. We did not want to Hudsons, but I was also inspired; inspired by this Christ-like couple limit our scholarships to the best academic students but look for who took the heart-wrenching pain of their son’s death and changed well rounded students who contribute in many ways to student it into blessing for someone else through sacrifice and love. activities at Crandall, and who may not otherwise be eligible for a Laura Bokma 2010 Recipient of the scholarship,“ Charles said. Mark William Hudson Memorial Scholarship After following the advice given in the presentation to the Board, Charles and Marina contacted several insurance companies and acted upon the best arrangement. When setting up the first 14 | T he Growing Edge
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From the
Development & Alumni Office
Gilda Ryder NOT ABOUT MONEY I have a habit. This may not be a surprise to many of you! Consequently, I find myself - whether in the mall, a church service, a ball park, an airport or wherever – looking for people who are alumni of this university. Inevitably, I run into past students all the time from every era of our history, whether UBBTS, ABC, ABU or now Crandall. It is astounding where I have made connections with those who have been impacted at some point through the years by this institution. This habit was reinforced again recently. Being active in my local church congregation, I seldom get the opportunity to attend another church. A few short weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending an amazing service in another city. As I entered into worship on that Sunday morning, I found myself picking up my habit again. The senior minister, the associate minister and the youth pastor…were all graduates of this university. I went on to scan the choir loft and the worship team and even the greeters and ushers and once again found more alumni serving and offering leadership within that context. As I crossed the street after church that morning, I once again had an overwhelming sense and confirmation that Crandall University’s existence and mission is warranted. It is reflected through the leadership of our students and alumni in many places such as churches, businesses and various venues everywhere. It was apparent to me that someone’s investment in this institution, years ago, is now providing tremendous dividends. As the university seeks to impact more students, our fundraising efforts have broadened to seek support for programs and building projects. Our message needs
to be reinforced again and again. It’s not about the money – it’s about impacting and investing in lives for the future. I’m reminded of Winston Churchill’s quote, “You make a living by what you get. You make a life by what you give”. Recently, one of our admissions’ officers shared with me that a student, who has the highest marks in her graduating class, has been accepted to attend Crandall this fall. The important point is that this student has given up thousands of dollars in possible scholarships from other universities so that she can attend this Christian university. It’s not all about money. Students are seeking to attend Crandall University. They know the mission and the difference that it can make in their educational experience. As we near our fiscal year end on June 30, we invite you to be a part of making this university stronger and well prepared for the many students who desire to gain an education in this place. In 2009, 515 donors (140 alumni) contributed nearly $340,000 to Crandall’s mission. Consider now the ways that you can impact and invest in lives. You are not giving away money – but rather investing in a cause. Look around and see that Crandall University has made a difference in the lives of many individuals, some of whom may be serving in leadership in your own local churches, businesses and beyond. Thank you for your year end gift, a worthy investment to this university community.
Gilda Ryder
Director, Development and Alumni Relations
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Lifelong Learning in Action Jackie Cantin Jackie Cantin is the Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of School District 2 but she is so much more. Jackie is always there to offer support and encouragement to everyone who comes in her path. She thinks of others first and is always warm and inviting. She knows how to get things done and as such she has earned the Honours Society Award from Crandall University. Jackie is a student in the Degree Completion Program at Crandall and was selected from her Cohort to receive the Honours Society Award. Selection for this award is as follows: scholarship, leadership, teamwork, a positive attitude, and service. Candidates are chosen by votes from facilitators, students in the Cohort group and the ALPS Division personnel. The award is announced the evening of the Cohort’s final class in the Degree Completion Program, and the award is presented at the Convocation Ceremony. Besides working in this demanding support position and being a mom, Jackie has been working very hard in the Degree Completion Program with determination and purpose. “Jackie is absolutely an asset to Crandall University,” says Kimberly Cook, Program Administrator.
What “life lessons” do you take away from being an adult learner? Two things come to mind immediately. First, when an opportunity presents itself to you, GO FOR IT! Even if you think the task at hand might be above or beyond your ability or comfort zone. You will learn a lot about yourself, and even surprise yourself a little. Second, it is never too late to learn. Returning to school at age 50 has been an amazing and rewarding experience. Prior to returning to school in a formal sense, I looked to improve my understanding of the world around me by becoming involved in my community. This led me to chair the United Way Campaign in 2007 and the opportunity to raise over $2,000,000 for our community. I have also been involved in teaching clinics at the Running Room. Here, I met many wonderful community members, learned to appreciate the skill of teachers, and came to value the impact that encouraging others can have on people. To miss out on these opportunities would have been disappointing to me personally. As a friend of mine says, you have to grab your cubic centimeter of chance! Good things can happen as a result.
How do you balance work, study, home and personal wellness? At times, my program has been taxing on me personally. I would have to say that the encouragement of my family, my employer Karen Branscombe, the support of the administration at Crandall University and students within my Cohort have made the road much easier. As with any goal, you have to keep your eye on the objective. Setting goals allows you to plan well to meet your objectives, and discipline is needed. Discipline must be brought to work, study, home and personal wellness objectives; it is vital to know what you 16 | T he Growing Edge
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L-R Kim Cook, Degree Completion Program Administrator, Jackie Cantin, Honours Society Award recipient, and Karen Branscombe, Superintendant, School District 2.
value the most, and to spend your time on that. I would also like to say that it sets a great example for your kids to see you stretch yourself, while keeping all of your other balls in the air.
What other accomplishments have you had while studying? I was able to run two half marathons this year, after not having much time to run last year. I completed the Legs for Literacy Half Marathon in the fall and the Hypothermic Half Marathon in January. I get such a big kick out of running, and it’s hard not to be positive when you are surrounded by people who love to be outside and who want to take care of their bodies. I started running when I was still in High School, and I have been fortunate to be able to continue to do so some 30 years later. Some type of physical activity helps to keep your mind sharp and wards off any stress.
Describe what the Award means to you? How did you feel when you realized that you were the recipient? Over the two year program, I was fortunate to get to know eleven other amazing students, each one of us with our own challenges. Each of these students owns a piece of my degree, as we supported one another through our various modules, lending our expertise to subjects as they came up. To be selected from among my peer group is truly humbling. What the award means to me is that we never accomplish anything alone. It is the representation of the tremendous support that I have received over the past two years. When I realized I was the recipient, I was quite surprised. I was just doing my thing. I guess you never really think about your impact. By Karen Branscombe Superintendent, School District 2 This article first appeared in the Spring 2010 issue of Acheive , as published by Schools District 2
Crandall Athletics
Outstanding Student Athletes
2010 Athletic Award winners The Athletic Department of Crandall University honored this year’s group of outstanding student athletes at its annual awards banquet on April 13, 2010. The awards banquet is held every year to recognize outstanding individual athletic contributions to the success of Crandall’s varsity sports teams, which include men’s and women’s basketball, women’s soccer, and men’s baseball. “Again, the quality of competition in the ACAA (Atlantic Colleges Athletic Association) and the high level of athleticism of our varsity athletes continue to impress me. These Student Athletes (S.A.’s) have all given their best in the sacred trinity of Crandall athletics – discipline, intensity and unity – and I’m proud of them,” says Will Njoku, Crandall’s Athletic Director. Topping the list of this year’s winners is Adem Campbell, a first year history major from Miramichi, NB, who walked away from the evening’s festivities with awards for MVP in baseball and overall Male Athlete of the Year. Campbell was also recognized as the Canadian Intercollegiate Baseball Association (CIBA) Batting Champion. He hit .455, with 4 home runs, 17 RBI’s and a slugging average of .716. The award comes with a lifetime supply of KBA bats. “To make the transition from the Moncton Mets team to University Sports in a matter of weeks speaks volumes about his athletic ability, versatility and mental toughness,” says Mr. Njoku. “Adam is everything a coach could want in a student athlete.” Another Miramichi native, Erin Keoughan, was recognized for her efforts. A member of the women’s basketball team, the 4th year B.Ed/B.Sc student earned team MVP honours for leading the team in rebounding and was the second leading scorer this season. She was named Female Athlete of the Yyear. “Keoughan played soccer last season but chose not to this year so as to focus on keeping herself on the Dean’s List”, says Njoku. “She’s an extremely hard worker and an excellent student.” Other notable winners are Karl Frederick (ACAA allconference 2nd team), Alisha O’Reilly (ACAA all-conference 1st team & team MVP and CCAA academic all-Canadian) and Kaitlin
McGraw (ACAA allconference 2nd team). Add to that Kemoy Shaw, Men’s Basketball MVP; Emily Owen, Rookie of the Year Women’s L-R: Erin Keoughan, Female Athlete of the Year and Adem Basketball; Campbell, Male Athlete of the Year Wade Lawrence, Rookie of the Year, Men’s Basketball; Emily Owen, Rookie of the Year Women’s Soccer and Dan Proctor, Rookie of the Year Baseball. Aside from familiar categories such as Most Valuable Player and Rookie of the Year, the Crandall Athletics Department also offers an Unsung Hero award for athletes who make a significant team contribution while drawing a minimal amount of personal attention, and a Christian Leadership award for athletes who demonstrate a willingness to give of themselves for the improvement of others. “The Christian Leadership and Unsung Hero awards are important because they place value on characteristics which are often undervalued in the competitively charged environment of college athletics,” says Will Njoku. “As an institution with values grounded in the Christian faith, we need to be different in terms of what we value and recognize in our student athletes.” This year’s Unsung Hero awards went to Jamie Gray - Men’s Basketball, Steve Bampton - Men’s Baseball, Jennifer Fry - Women’s Soccer and Ashley Bos - Women’s Basketball. Awards for Christian Leadership went to Alex Murphy - Men’s Basketball, Casey Benson - Men’s Baseball, Kaitlyn McGraw - Women’s Soccer and Amy Barter - Women’s Basketball.
Join us September 7th @ 7:00 p.m. in The Court as Crandall University Athletics launch the new team name and logo!
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Alumni News The Alumni News is compiled from submissions sent directly by alumni or their families and from information about alumni found in the public domain (e.g. websites, newspapers, trade publications and news releases).
1960’s
Congratulations to Dr. Rolene Betts (‘75)! She has recently been recognized as one of 18 “Emerging Canadian Scholars,” with her PhD research being featured as part of an educational leadership text. John Ross (’78) went on to Moody Graduate School after leaving ABC in 1978 and is now living in Scarborough, ME working at Cabela’s as an outfitter, selling gear for hunting, camping and fishing.
1990’s Congratulations to Colin and Annabel (Hayes) Lewis (’59) on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. Celebrations were held with their four sons; Jason, John, James and Joseph. Colin and Annabel were married on October 10, 1959 in the Midland Baptist Church by Rev. John Bartol .
1970’s After serving churches on the Eastern side of the continent for forty plus years, including a student pastorate at Lower Turtle Creek Baptist Church near Moncton, Rev. Daryl L. Lavway (‘73) and his wife, Tatyana, accepted the call to assume the duties as Senior Pastor of Grace Baptist Church of San Jose, California. His pastorate began there in January of this year. For the last 19 years he served as the Senior Pastor of Central Square Baptist Church in Portland, Maine. He and Tatyana love the West coast and all the new places they have to explore. 18 | The Growing Edge www. crandallu.ca
Congratulations to Dave & Krista (Fahey) Sobey (’92), who are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Paige Olivia, born on January 27, 2010 - a sister for Ella. Congratulations to Kim Plume – Marr (’98) who welcomed her first child- a baby boy, on February 5, 2010. Griffin Malcom Marr is their long awaited gift from God. Want to stay upto-date on what is happening on Campus? Join our Facebook Site! Go to crandallu.ca, click on the Facebook link and join!
2000’s
Congratulations to Andrew and Emily (Dickinson) Belli (‘05) on the recent arrival of their third child, Judah. They are living in the Boston area, where Andrew is a fulltime student at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. They have three children: Miriam (4), Josiah (2) and Judah (9 months). Andrew serves on the leadership team of a Baptist church plant in the Boston area, which reaches out to Harvard and MIT students as well as the local community. Robin Oxley (‘06) , Brad Butland (‘08) and Jeff Mullin (‘06) along with other Crandall alumni, continued their passion for acting after university by starting the Hubcity Theatre Company in Moncton, NB. For further information, search Hubcity Theatre Company on Facebook. Congratulations to Bethany (Cormier) (‘07) and Joe Gurba who were married July 11th, 2009 at Brookfield Baptist Church, Brookfield, NS. They are living in Edmonton, AB. and both work for Hope Mission Youth Ministry at the Tegler Youth Centre (it hosts Edmonton’s largest
skate park). They are both involved in Edmonton’s music scene. Bethany is part of “Jaded Hipster Choir” and Joe is a rapper and a poet “The Joe”. Congratulations to Laura (Thomson) (‘07) and Josh MacDonald who were wed on May 16th, 2009 at New Minas Baptist Church, New Minas, NS. The couple now reside in Halifax where they have their own small business doing digital advertising for the Department of National Defense in Gagetown and CFB Halifax. Laura is also working in photography and on setting up her own studio. Kristen (Eaton) (‘07) and Jacob Price were married on May 22nd, 2010 at Hillsborough Baptist Church in Hillsborough, NB. Kristen graduated from Crandall in 2007 and just recently graduated (2010) from Acadia Divinity College with her Masters in Divinity. She and Jacob are currently living in Sussex, NB. Congratulations to Kristal (Murray) LeBlanc (’07), who married Martin LeBlanc in 2008 and received her Masters of Applied Health Services Research from the University of Prince Edward Island in May 2010. Her Master’s thesis concentrated on how stage 1 transition homes in Atlantic Canada are meeting the needs of women in midlife and older.
Congratulations to Nathan(‘08) and Justine (Smith) (‘11) Dempster who were married on April 24th, 2010 at Dundas Baptist Church, NB by Pastor Chet MacPhail. Nathan is Dr. Stephen Dempster’s son. The couple are living in Toronto due to Nathan’s current job. Congratulations to Ryan (‘08) and Liz (Ruhlig) McNamara on their recent marriage, May 22nd, 2010 at Linden Mill Pond Gazebo in Linden, Michigan, USA. Krista Milton (‘08) recently graduated from the Masters of Applied Linguistics and Exegesis program at Trinity Western University, BC. Congratulations to Emily(Feltmate) (‘08) and Cory Vail (‘08) on the arrival of their son Eli in October, 2009.
Carrie (Dunnett) Herkner (‘09) and Chris Herkner were married on Friday, July 3, 2009 at Christ the Good Shepherd Parish, St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Toronto, ON. They had the pleasure of having Pastor Chet MacPhail officiate over the ceremony with Father Terry Lozynsky. In attendance were Debbie MacPhail, Angela Marks (’08) and Kristen (’07) and Sylvia (’09) Eaton’s parents, Peggy and Allan Eaton. They celebrated with their east coast family and friends at a reception in Moncton on July 18, 2009. The couple are residing in Tottenham, ON and both work in Toronto. After graduating from Crandall with a BA in History and Religious Studies, Katie Vance (’09) moved to South Korea, where she has been employed as an ESL Kindergarten teacher.
Congratulations to Natalie (Hayward) (‘08) and Andrew Porter on the arrival of their daughter Charlotte in October, 2009.
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Alumni News Congratulations to Justine Barter (‘10) who was recently named to the Canadian National Women’s Football Team and will be competing at the World’s this June in Sweden. Justine graduated on May 1 with a B.A. in Psychology. All the best Justine!
Where’s John?
Congratulations to Tessa Collette (‘10) a recent BA Psychology grad. Tessa was accepted into the Doctorat Clinicial Psychology Program at Université de Moncton.
1950’s Norma Yeo John Calder Lorraine Fenton 1960’s Sheila Best Hilary Farrell Elwood Coakes 1970’s Suzanne Small Wilmot Linder Alan Jardine 1980’s Teri Lee Gaskin Kathy Graves Tracy Mazeroll 1990’s John P. Witham Eddie Garland Joanna Quinn 2000’s Adam O’Blenes Ben Nickerson Michelle Marcil
Congratulations to Teanna (Rafuse) (‘11) and Sherwin Doucette who were married May 16th, 2009 at Parker’s Cove United Baptist Church, NS. Teanna is a current student and will graduate with her History Degree in Spring 2011. She is working for the summer with the Pregnancy Resource Centre in Moncton.
IN MEMORIAM Sympathy is extended to the family of the late Rev. Kenneth Hughes who passed away at the age of 93 on January 25, 2010 at the Sussex Health Center. Rev. Hughes was the Dean of Men at the United Baptist Bible Training School during the years 1953-1956. Sincere condolences are extended to son, John and daughter, Mary. Both are 1994 graduates with Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts, History degrees respectively. 20 | T he Growing Edge
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Call for Nominations
We’ve lost touch with John P. Witham (1991-1995) – but he’s not the only one. If you know the whereabouts of John or anyone else on this list, let us know how to contact them by e-mailing alumni@crandallu.ca For a full listing of all lost alumni, visit www.crandallu. ca/alumni 1954-57 1958-59 1959-60 1963-64 1964-68 1968-70 1976-77 1977-78 1979-81 1982-85 1982-84 1987-89 1991-95 1993-96 1995-98 2001-04 2002-06 2003-07
We inadvertently printed the Idris James Morris Memorial Scholarship incorrectly in the Fall 2009 issue of the Growing Edge magazine. We apologize to the donor for this error and oversight.
One member of the Crandall University Alumni shall serve annually as a voting member of the Crandall University Board of Governors as appointed by the Alumni, and one member of the Crandall University Alumni shall serve annually as a voting member of the Crandall University Senate as appointed by the Alumni. One individual cannot serve in both positions at the same time. Appointment to either position shall be normally by process of nomination and vote by members of the Crandall University Alumni. Nominations shall be received by the Alumni Office by e-mail or in writing. Nominations must be submitted to the Alumni Office by January 31, 2011 to be considered for appointment in the same year. Publication of the names to be voted upon and the casting of ballots shall be primarily conducted by electronic means, primarily through website and e-mail. Provision shall be made to receive ballots by mail or fax provided such are received by the Alumni Office by the date stated as the last date on which ballots will be received. Voting shall normally be concluded no later than April 15. Appointment of Alumni to either the Board of Governors or the Senate shall normally be for three years, with option for a second three year appointment. Appointments shall normally take effect in September or October each year and will conclude on or about the same time in the final year of the appointee’s term. Nominations should be e-mailed to gilda.ryder@crandallu.ca For detailed information on the process of appointment visit www.crandallu.ca/alumni
Faculty & Staff News May 30, 2008. Most recently, David was Field Supervisor of the Roman Ruins at Tall el-Hammam and spent Dec 26, 2009-Jan 25, 2010 at the site in Jordan.
Crandall wishes to welcome Tradina Meadows-Forgeron to the Advancement Department as Development Coordinator. Tradina is joining us with many years of fund-raising experience with the IWK and NB Curling.
Congratulations to Sam Reimer on his appointment as a collaborator in a $2.5 million grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) as part of the Major Collaborative Research Initiatives (MCRI) program. The research team is led by Professor Lori Beaman of the University of Ottawa. Reimer is also lead researcher on a $45,000 funded study of evangelical congregations in Canada, funded by the Centre for Research on Canadian Evangelicalism. Congratulations to Dr. Penny Humby who successfully defended her Ph.D. dissertation in Biology on May 5th, 2010.
Welcome to Tara Leger who recently joined the Advancement team as Development Associate. Tara joins us after attending Crandall as a student. Dr. Cathy Rogers was recently elected as Vice-President to the Atlantic Society for Biblical Equality. This is a non-profit organization of Christians who have come together to promote the equal partnership of men and women, and of all racial and ethnic groups, in the home, the church, and the community. For more information on this society or to become a member, please visit www. biblicalequality.org. Congratulations to Dr. David Graves on earning his Ph.D. at the University of Aberdeen, and Highland Theological College, Scotland, Department of Divinity, Doctor of Philosophy in Theology on
Congratulations to Sheldon McLeod who received his Master of Adult Education from St. Francis Xavier University in May. The Education Committee of the American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) recently announced that Dr. Stacie Reck, Assistant Professor of Education, and Dr. Penny Humby, Assistant Professor of Biology, are the most recent winners of the 2010 ASPB Education Booth Competition and have been invited to lead two discussion sessions at their annual conference this summer being held in Montreal. Professor Bryan Taylor was recently in China preparing the way for approximately 12 education students to do their internship requirement in one of four privately owned schools in China. This is part of a new initiative that he has negotiated with the NB Department
of Education, which also partners with these same private schools in China. Whereas they use the New Brunswick curriculum and teach all their classes in English.
Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Goodwin, Professor of History, for the recent release of his book Into Deep Waters: Evangelical Spirituality and Maritime Calvinistic Baptist Ministers 1790-1855. Professor Robert MacDonald, Assistant Professor of Business Administration, has been approved by the McCain Institute of UNB to serve as a “Professorial Content Expert” over the summer in its MBA Case Project. This involves working with the Institute and a representative from the Harvard Business School to develop a locally themed case study. As an added bonus, a past graduate of Crandall and currently an MBA student at UNB, Tim Frazer, has been approved to join with Robert on this initiative. Best wishes to Ron Gaudet who completed his service as VP of Advancement at the end of January to accept a position as CEO of the WindsorEssex Development Commission in Windsor, Ontario. We congratulate Ron on his new appointment and thank him for his years at Crandall.
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Faculty & Staff News An Olympic Perspective This title captures the theme of the evening held on February 12th, 2010 as the faculty of Crandall University
gathered as part of the third annual Stephen and Ella Steeves Excellence Awards Dinner. After all, this was also the same evening that Canada would begin its role as host of the 2010 Winter Olympics, beginning with the opening ceremonies held at BC Place in Vancouver. It seemed only fitting that a connection should be made to these events. But what do the Winter Olympics and the Stephen and Ella Steeves Awards Dinner have in common? First, and foremost, they both seek to celebrate and salute all efforts towards excellence, whether or not these efforts result in a medal or an award. Second, whether participating in a winter sport or being a teacher, researcher or servant, being an excellent professor or an Olympian involves displaying a range of common abilities. For instance, being an excellent teacher can be compared to being a moguls skier as both require dexterity, quick reactions, and creativity. Both teacher and skier also must expect lots of bumps and turns along their journey, including some that will literally flip their world upside down. This year our recipient of the Stephen and Ella Steeves Excellence in Teaching Award is Robert MacDonald. There were multiple forms of evidence to the selection committee to support Robert’s ability as a ‘mogul-like’ educator, but one student’s submission summarized things nicely stating, “I cannot possibly imagine where my university life would be without Rob. . . I will be eternally grateful for the values and lessons learned from Rob, both through lecture and through example. Because of him, I look forward to a bright future.” When it comes to noticing excellence in service, an Olympic comparison can be made to the long-track skater because a service mind-set really demands a ‘long-haul’ perspective. Certainly different kinds of service might be short in duration, but the person who surrenders to a role of service is generally a ‘lifer.’ Committed service is also like long-track skating because it takes special skill in knowing how to push oneself to the limit without actually ‘burning-out.’ At the same time, there can be an actual leisureness to both activities, as the skater’s gliding over the ice looks almost effortless and the servant embraced in involvements that he or she loves rarely conveys a sense of hardship. And last but not least, the long-track skater and the servant share the common reality of exhaustion. It is an understood regular companion of each, due to the maximum effort needed to achieve excellence. This year our ‘long-track’ servant and Excellence in Service recipient is Dr. Dennis Bustin. This is based on over a decade’s worth of service to Crandall, his church, and his community. 22 | T he Growing Edge
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Back Row L-R: Robert and Diana Read, Esther White and Ward White Front Row - Robert MacDonald, Dr. Denis Bustin and Dr. Mel Schriver
Last, but not least, the winter sport chosen to symbolically represent Excellence in Research for 2010 was the biathlon, since excellence in each of these realms seems so often to require various skills that may not even be overly compatible with one another. To begin, consider the biathlon; the athlete has to be both a powerful and fast cross-country skier requiring strength, endurance, stamina, and balance. Then suddenly he has to turn into a sharp-shooter, where patience and precision and pin-point accuracy is needed, all the while his heart is pounding so hard it feels like it will literally explode. Similarly, being an excellent researcher demands multiple, independent skills involving such things as fundraising, collaborating with other researchers, spending countless, lonely hours in the lab recording or analyzing data, being creative in developing new research ideas, or being patient in waiting for any noteworthy results to occur, and the list goes on. For 2010, our Stephen and Ella Steeves Excellence in Research Award belongs to Dr. Mel Schriver, who sacrificed a lot as a researcher in Chemistry by coming to Crandall from Memorial University, but as a result we became the benefactor of his accumulated experience and achievements. Because of this legacy and his on-going research contributions with past and new colleagues, he is a deserving recipient. Being an Olympian is a special calling, as is being committed to excellence as a teacher, researcher, and servant. Our congratulations and gratitude go to our three 2010 Stephen and Ella Steeves Excellence Award recipients.
Seth Crowell
Vice President for Academic Affairs
enjoy peace of mind
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Upcoming Events JUNE 2010 June 17 Naming ceremony for the Stuart E. Murray Hall
September 8 Official Opening of new academic building Classes begin
June 23 Crandall University Golf Classic
September 9 Opening Chapel – Theme – The Next Step Psalm 119:105 (NLT) “Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.”
JULY 2010 July 8 Campus Visit for Incoming Students AUGUST 2010
September 10 Community Carnival
August 17 Campus Visit for Incoming Students
September 11 Women’s Soccer Home Opener NSAC @ CU 2pm Men’s Baseball Home Opener TBA
August 21 Dedication Ceremony for new academic building
September 25-26 60’s Reunion
SEPTEMBER 2010 September 6-11 Orientation Week
September 30 Cohort 23 begins Degree Completion Program
September 6 Colburne House Opens
Watch for 2011 event details to follow AUGUST 2011 August 3 -14 50’s Reunion (tentative)
September 7 Pep Rally - Launch of new Athletics team name
For more details visit www.crandallu.ca
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Crandall University was formerly known as Atlantic Baptist University