Spring 2015 Magazine

Spring 2015

The Magazine of Sterling College

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Hope in the Trials of Life

2014 Homecoming

Faculty Accomplishments

Spring 2015 125 W. Cooper Sterling, KS 67579 800-346-1017 www.sterling.edu/magazine

Sterling Magazine Staff Vice President for Institutional Advancement and External Relations Scott Carter ’88, M.S.A. Manager of Alumni and Marketing Teryn Irvin ’12 Writer for Marketing and Communications Rebecca Swartz Creative Director Courtney Huber ’13, B.F.A.

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In the News

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Warrior Athletics

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Golden Opportunities

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By the Numbers

Web and Visual Arts Specialist Christopher Steen Marketing Assistants Cody Green ’14, Shelby Huber ’14

Sterling College Administration President Scott A. Rich, M.B.A. Vice President for Academic Affairs Gregory P. Kerr, Ph.D. Vice President for Institutional Advancement and External Relations Scott Carter ’88, M.S.A.

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Ken Blanchard

Athletic Director Gary Kempf

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2014 Homecoming

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Faculty Accomplishments

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Alumni Association Re-Launch

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Alumni News & In Memoriam

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Calendar of Alumni Events

Vice President for Student Life Tina Wohler, M.A.

Board of Trustees Randy Henry ’72, Chair Glennys Doane ’73, Vice Chair Joe Lang ’66, Secretary

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT I am sometimes struck by how many different emotions I go through in a day. I rejoice with co-workers over good news; I mourn with students over losses. In the morning, I read Bible verses of hope and a future followed by headlines of tragedy and despair. Simply scrolling through a Facebook feed can switch one’s emotions from joy to sorrow and back again.

Yet there are many verses in the Bible that pair the one with the other. Romans 12:12 says, “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” It is followed by verse 15 which states, “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” These are instructions for living life with people. Our days will be full of both situations and emotions that bring us up and down. But there is one common thread no matter what my emotions may be.

“But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we have done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.” Titus 3:4-7

magazines because of the hope we have in our Savior, Jesus Christ. The stories that fill the pages of this edition are of successes and lives changed, a true reflection of the daily work God is doing through Sterling College, our alumni and our friends.

Thank you for praying for us as we continue the work of education and Kingdom building.

By His Grace, and For His Glory,

Scott A. Rich President

It is our desire that Sterling magazine will bring good news to your day—that it would stand out as different from other

MISSION STATEMENT Sterling College is a Christ-centered, fouryear college with a mission to develop creative and thoughtful leaders who understand a maturing Christian faith.

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IN THE NEWS Universities Online. For the second consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named Sterling to the 2015 Best Regional Colleges – Midwest list.

Additionally, the College found itself named for the third year in a row on Victory Media’s Military Friendly Schools and The Princeton Review’s Best Regional Colleges – Midwestern.

Criminal Justice Administration Degree Available Online

Pre-Physical Therapy Offers Direct Path to Doctorate Program Sterling College students completing the health science: pre-physical therapy program are now guaranteed their undergraduate coursework will fulfill all prerequisite classes necessary for the doctor of physical therapy program at Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Mo. Students will also earn preference points on their application to the doctorate program due to the rigorous coursework Sterling College provides. SBU stated that they are “very pleased to have Sterling College as an articulation school.”

Enrollment Hits Third Highest in School History A total headcount this year of 718 students represents a 10 percent

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increase in enrollment over the last two years. The third highest enrollment in school history includes 619 full-time students and 258 new students. More statistics on Sterling College can be found on page 11.

On the Leader Board Sterling College was ranked by four organizations during the fall 2014 semester, making this the most recognized year in College history.

The newest ranking named SC 29th on the Best Value Christian Colleges and Universities by Christian

Sterling College Online added a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Criminal Justice Administration to their catalog in fall 2014. The program combines criminal justice and organizational management coursework to prepare students, including current law enforcement professionals, for law enforcement administration. Law enforcement personnel who have completed basic training at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center will receive up to 12 hours of credit toward their degree.

Reed Joins Board Sterling College welcomes Don Reed ’68 as the newest member of our Board of Trustees. Don served Sterling for 38 years in a variety of roles including development, marketing and public relations. “We are tremendously blessed to have Don Reed’s leadership and heritage with the College enhancing the work of our Board,” said Scott Carter ’88 vice president of institutional advancement.

New Faculty Members Dr. Farai Kwaramba, Assistant Professor of Chemistry Kwaramba completed his Ph.D. in Organic/Organometallic Chemistry from Oklahoma State University and graduated magna cum laude with a B.S. in Chemistry from Southwestern College in Winfield.

Jeremy Labosier, Director of Mabee Library Labosier earned the Master of Library and Information Science from Wayne State University, the M.Div. from Bethel Seminary of the East and a bachelor’s degree in historical theology from Moody Bible Institute.

Dr. Roy Millhouse, Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies Millhouse earned his Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Baylor University. He earned his M.A. in New Testament from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and his B.A. in Biblical Languages from Calvary Bible College.

Dr. Brian Mills, Associate Professor of Psychology Mills has a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University. He has two M.A. degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary—one in marriage and family therapy and the other in religious education. He also earned a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in Family Ministry from Friends University.

Dr. Jacob Shatzer, Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies Shatzer was ordained in 2007. He earned his Ph.D. from Marquette University and his M.Div. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also holds a B.A. in Biblical Studies – Languages from Union University.

Dr. Mark Tremaine, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Tremaine earned his J.D. from University of Kansas School of Law, his M.Ed. in Postsecondary Educational Administration from University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and his B.S. in Psychology from Oklahoma Christian University.

He is an elder at Sterling Church of Christ.

Rachel Wannamaker, Instructor of Education Wannamaker earned the M.A. in Teaching from Friends University and a B.S. in Elementary Education from Newman University.

HIRE A WARRIOR PROMOTE JOB OPENINGS AND INTERNSHIPS TO ALUMNI AND CURRENT STUDENTS! Visit www.sterling.edu/ student-life/career-services and click on the College Central link.

For more information, contact the Sterling College director of career services at: career@sterling.edu or 620-278-4264

Please join the Sterling College Kansas group on LinkedIn to network with alumni and students.

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WARRIOR ATHLETICS

Lambert Becomes All-Time Football Wins Leader In 2004, Andy Lambert became head coach of a football program that had been winless for two seasons. Eleven years later, his team earned their 61st win and he surpassed Curt Bennett to become the all-time leader for football coaching wins at Sterling College.

When you talk to those surrounding Lambert, however, it is not his record that is mentioned—it is his character.

“Coach Lambert exemplifies the true character of what we strive for at Sterling College. He holds our student-athletes to a high standard, yet always has the time to guide, mentor and discipline when necessary. He has truly created a family atmosphere for Sterling football that lasts long after one graduates from Sterling,” said Athletic Director Gary Kempf.

Matt James ’13 transferred in to play for Lambert during the 2010 and 2011 seasons and joined his coaching staff in 2012 as the wide receivers coach. The team had a 7-3 record that year, but in 2011, they hit a drought with their first season below a .500 record in seven years.

“The 2011 season didn’t go the way we had hoped but Coach Andy saw the adversity as a learning opportunity that would help us in all aspects of our lives. He came to every practice ready to go like it was the conference championship,” said James.

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the program works behind the scenes. I realized then that Coach Andy isn’t just a mentor to the players, but he has a huge impact on the assistant and student coaches as well. He sees his job as a ministry opportunity and he uses his position as a football coach to spread the Gospel and benefit the Kingdom,” said James.

The end of the 2014 season brought Lambert’s career record at Sterling to 66-49. Although his name will be the one recorded in the Warrior Athletics history books, Lambert is quick to recognize the team effort that it takes to build success.

“It is a very nice milestone for me, Chuck (Lambert, assistant coach and Andy’s brother) and anyone who has been part of our program these past years. We are in good company with Coach Bennett and the other coaches who have come before us. The support from our administration, faculty, staff and community has been more than I could have ever imagined or believed possible. So like with anything that a football team accomplishes during a season or a football program over 11 years, the credit and praise go to more people than can be addressed or thanked personally. Whoever has had any kind of role in, around, or supporting our football program, I am grateful and blessed.

Thank you very much!” said Lambert.

KCAC Announces Lonnie Kruse Coach of the Year Award The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference announced that they are changing the name of the KCAC Basketball Coach of the Year award to the Lonnie Kruse Coach of the Year award to honor and recognize the 33-year legacy of Lonnie Kruse at the helm of the Sterling College Warrior women's basketball program.

collegiate showcase football games hosted each year by the Collegiate Development Football League to provide exposure and opportunity for post collegiate football players and free agents from around the world. An estimated 400 players participated in the four CDFL sponsored bowl games.

In their two years at Sterling, Langford and Bray excelled on the field, leading Sterling to a 16-7 record, including a 9-3 campaign during the 2013 season when Sterling captured their first KCAC Football Championship in school history.

“I cannot think of a more deserving coach and individual than Lonnie Kruse in receiving this honor from his coaching peers,” said Dr. Scott Crawford, commissioner for the KCAC. “Looking forward, it will be exciting to have Coach Kruse on the floor at Hartman Arena with me this winter as we present this award for the first time.”

Coach Kruse accumulated a 706-244 record while coaching the Warriors with numerous awards achieved over the seasons.

Kruse has been named KCAC Coach of the Year 12 times and his team posted twenty 21+ win seasons. They won the KCAC regular season title 12 times and qualified 16 times for the NAIA National Tournament. During the last 17 seasons of his career, his women’s team was on the national top-25 list 14 times.

“Lonnie's legacy at Sterling will never be forgotten. What he was able to do here, on and off the court and for the community of Sterling, was something special,” said Athletic Director Gary Kempf. “Having this award named after him shows the impact that he had, not only here in the city of Sterling, but also all over the state of Kansas. He is a consummate professional at what he does and his character, leadership, and affection for others will always be recognized each year with the naming of this award.”

Athletic Facility Upgrades This summer, many athletic facilities were upgraded, bringing a renewed sense of pride as teams headed into fall competition.

Smisor Stadium was renovated to expand the locker room and create a tunnel running through the stands directly onto the field. Access to the concession window was moved to the exterior west side of the stadium, and an awning was placed over the window to shade patrons from the sun.

A new state-of-the-art football scoreboard now stands at the south end of McCracken Field that features an LED display and a video screen for graphics and announcements. Very generous donations from local businesses First Bank and JACAM Chemicals purchased the scoreboard, and gifts from Sterling residents Jeff Laudermilk, Randy ’72 and Georgia (Davis) ’78 Henry, and Bob and Lynn (Campbell) ’76 Royer completed the project.

Bray, Langford Play in D2 vs. NAIA Challenge Seniors Antonio Bray of Van Nuys, California, and Reggie Langford of Rancho Cordova, California, were selected to participate in the fourth annual D2 vs. NAIA Challenge in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The game is part of four

Thanks to a special gift from Tony ’91 and Tish Reilly of Columbus, Ohio, a new soccer press box was constructed, allowing announcers and statisticians improved event viewing as well as live streaming footage of the games. Additionally, the north end of the Evans Hall basement was renovated to create a new film and locker room featuring tiered seating.

Lastly, the Gleason Physical Education Center was painted Sterling blue and now matches Smisor Stadium, clearly announcing that visitors are entering Warrior territory.

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George Giorgetti was not happy when his daughter, Marisa, chose to attend Sterling College. In fact, he told her that she was wasting her time. George, a music and musical theatre teacher, sent the 38th student from his school in California to Sterling to begin classes this spring. So why does George, better known as Mr. G, continue sending students half-way across the country to attend Sterling? What changed his mind? I met George and his wife, Alysa, to hear what he believes Sterling has to offer.

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from where he is,” said his wife, Alysa, “and in the morning, he’ll be carrying off waffle irons. So I’ll say ‘What are you doing today?’ He’ll say, ‘Well, I’m cooking for my first period class.’ He’s always cooking or they are there in his classroom at lunchtime eating. He’s an Italian, so life happens over food—connection happens over food. He makes these relationships, and it’s just an extension of who he is.”

The Sterling Experience George’s knowledge of Sterling started when a family member affiliated with the College brought Marisa to visit campus.

Marisa enjoyed her experience and decided to apply. Soon after, she began her freshman year and immediately tried out for the fall musical, “Me and My Girl.”

With the ability to sing, act and tap dance, she found herself cast as Sally Smith, the lead female role.

George builds a bridge of trust with the students and families because it is ingrained in his personality and also because it was a student-teacher relationship that brought George to where he is today. His middle school music teacher took him under her wing and helped steer him toward college by arranging his schedule to include the right classes. She was his advocate when others said he wasn’t college material and helped him with the all of the details that are foreign to a student with no college experience. With her help, he was the first person in his family to go to college.

Their relationship continued until she succumbed to cancer a few years ago.

In one of their last conversations, she asked George to help others like she had helped him. He has influenced countless lives through his music program—far above the 38 students who have come to Sterling.

“(Marisa) is probably the best musician that I have ever worked with. …She could have gone anywhere and been successful,” said George, a seasoned high school music teacher in Norco, California.

“I’m the advocate. Especially for some of these kids who have never had anybody (in their family) go to college before. …Helping them understand college is mostly putting it out there and letting them know that it is possible, they just better be able to work at it. I tell them, ‘All I can do is open the door and then it’s up to you to go through with it and make it happen.’”

“The production of ‘Me and My Girl’ was wonderful. I really enjoyed the high quality of not only the performance, but the technical aspect of the show as well,” George continued. “I saw what she was learning and said ‘Ok, I was wrong about Sterling.’”

“If it wasn’t through the Holy Spirit telling me, ‘Go talk to this kid,’ it would never be possible to do the things that have been done.”

A couple of years later, George’s son, Andy, also decided to come to Sterling College. Andy is older than Marisa and had auditioned at the College before she became a student, but he originally decided that the school was too small. This time, however, his family convinced him that attending Sterling College would be good for his schooling and within a week, he was packed and on his way to Kansas to move in as a student.

Andy thrived at Sterling, furthering George’s confidence in the College’s ability and desire to help students grow in all areas of life. George treats all of his students as his own children and invests in their lives as he would his own children. His students form a close-knit group and treat each other like family, an atmosphere he intentionally fosters in his classroom.

“I teach kindergarten down the street

Many of his students have done just that. One in particular was homeless and living out of a car. She wasn’t going to graduate from high school, but George began investing in her life. He worked out her schedule to make sure she graduated and then encouraged her to study primary education in college. Through an annual community event that his music students produce, he knew that she interacted well with children and enjoyed helping them succeed. George and the Office of Admissions at Sterling College worked together to figure out the finances, and she began studying at Sterling College.

“She’s a junior now at Sterling and not only is she getting her education degree but she is also getting a special education degree. She’s going to break that cycle of poverty. That’s just one way that this school can really make a difference,” said George.

The education student was also able to save up enough money to buy her mom a computer, which allowed her to find a job.

“So the two of them are no longer living out of cars and this young lady has a bright future in front of her,” George continued. “Those are things that energize me to keep going. …And I know it’s all from the Lord. I couldn’t do this. I flat out couldn’t. If it wasn’t through the Holy Spirit telling me, ‘Go talk to this kid,’ it would never be possible to do the things that have been done.”

Scott Rich, president of Sterling College, and his wife, Kathy, recently visited George in California and visited his classroom. The environment he found and

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Photo: Back Row: Courtney Swanson, Adrien Rocha, Mishelle Kulick; Front Row: Alecia Clay, George Giorgetti, Kalie King and Dani Goldberg

the relationships he saw left an impact on President Rich.

“George and Alysa are two precious gems in the Sterling College family that simply live their lives in ways that capture the essence of what our mission is all about.

George pours himself out into the lives of his students in the classroom, on stage and around the Norco campus. He and Alysa open up their home to students and build relationships with them that resemble true discipleship. The impact George has had on many of our students is impressive and one that has quickly established his legacy,” said Rich.

Opportunities Outside of the Golden State There are hundreds of colleges, many of which are closer to Norco, California, than Sterling, Kansas, but George and Alysa believe that there is something special about Sterling. The family atmosphere that George establishes in his classroom closely resembles the relationships they see on campus within the student body and between the employees and students.

“Marisa would come (to my class) and the students would say, ‘Well she’s really a fine musician so it can’t be that bad to

come (to Sterling) for the arts.’ And as each group would get more successful, they would come back and tell about their experience at the College,” explained George. The students tell each other about classes and the personal attention they receive at Sterling. They are also amazed at the opportunities a small school brings, such as movies at the president’s house and individualized advising with a faculty member in their area of study.

The individual attention is a significant piece of the puzzle for George’s students, but there are logistical benefits to attending Sterling for California students as well. With overcrowded universities and high tuition costs, students in California struggle with registering for the classes needed in order to finish their degrees in four years because of availability and can easily pay much more than the cost of attending Sterling.

“If they stayed at home, it might be a little cheaper to go to the state school, but when you add in that fifth year, it is no longer cheaper than Sterling. What would you rather do? Would you rather be working that fifth year? Or still paying for another year of school?” said George.

With nationwide concerns about the cost and time involved in higher education, George’s students are not alone. He does believe, however, that Sterling is different than many of the colleges he has worked with.

“I always felt like Sterling was listening when we talked. Dennis (Dutton ’82, director of admissions) and I would talk two or three times a year for quite some length about what it is my kids are looking for and what the college could do to meet those needs,” said George.

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A Higher Calling As a teacher, George mentioned that he takes Matthew 18:6 very seriously.

The NIV states, “If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble, it would be better for them to have a large millstone hung around their neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea.” He believes that working with students every day without seriously considering their future is harming them. He believes that the day-to-day instruction in the classroom is building a foundation for life and that it is his responsibility to prepare them and position them as best as he can to succeed after high school. For many of them, that includes Sterling College.

Do you know of a great potential Warrior? www.sterling.edu/admissions/refer-student

George summarized, “I just want to help other kids to be able to realize their potential at a safe, good place where they are going to get the right attention.”

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BY THE NUMBERS SC experienced some monumental statistics in 2014. Twenty-five percent of students are enrolled in a major that did not exist five years ago, including 20 students who have declared health science: pre-physical therapy and 31 students who have declared a major in criminal justice. From achieving its third highest enrollment count

in its history—just 18 students away from tying the highest enrollment in 2010—to having a 20 percent increase since 2010 in the number of faculty who hold a terminal degree in their field, it is clear that Sterling College is realizing the Strategic Plan objective of strengthening the academic core.

PROFILE OF 2014 NEW STUDENTS

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new students enrolled—the largest number of new students ever enrolled

are minority students

TOTAL HEAD COUNT entered with a GPA of 3.0 or better

are not from Kansas

came through referrals

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Love of the Sterling College community sparked their interest. Getting to know students solidified their desire to make a lasting impact.

This grateful couple, the late Gene and Vera Pearson, wanted to recognize what inspired them, so they gave through a bequest in their will. Their planned gift will provide scholarships and faculty support that will open doors for students to find their niches in life.

If you dream of making a lasting impact, unleash the power in your will and be remembered for the things that are important to you. For a free guide to preparing a will or trust, or to learn about other giving options, contact Sheila Bird in the Office of Planned Giving: 620-278-4247 sbird@sterling.edu giftplanning@sterling.edu

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

IN THE TRIALS OF LIFE Joybells of Melmark: (far right) Sue Graves ’73

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ue (Hemphill) Graves ’73 knew what it meant to become a believer in Jesus Christ. She was raised in a Christian home and at the young age of six, she opened her heart and life to Him. Never in her dreams, though, did she imagine the path God would lead her down; a path filled with seasons of joy, triumph and success, but also seasons of pain, suffering and perseverance.

When it came time to make a decision about where to go to college, Sue knew without a shadow of a doubt that God was leading her from her home in Pennsylvania to Sterling College to major in music.

Sue was involved in a variety of campus activities including studentled Bible studies, concert choir, chapel choir and the Colony—a singing group that traveled during

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the summers. She was a music education major but was more interested in the theory of music and how music can be used to reach people.

“Sterling has left a lasting impact on my life today. My faith was challenged, affirmed and deepened during my years there,” Sue said.

“However, perhaps the most lifechanging experience at Sterling was having other students share with me their deep, inner pain and suffering. My life to that point had been relatively void of such things; I was happy and care-free, but I was forced to embrace the reality of pain and brokenness in my friends’ lives and where faith fit in to that reality.”

Sue did not realize that God was preparing her to not only consider the place of suffering within the

context of faith, but also preparing her for what would lie ahead in her own life in the years to come.

During her freshman year, Sue met her future husband, Steve.

They had become close through various shared activities and he had expressed to her his deep pains of feeling rejected and worthless, something Sue had not personally experienced.

“This was one of many instances during my time at Sterling that I was challenged to embrace the reality of brokenness while also witnessing to people about the hope of Jesus Christ,” Sue said.

Sue and Steve were later married and moved to Pennsylvania.

“Up to this point, I had never personally experienced feelings of

loss, rejection, pain or suffering.

I considered myself to be very blessed,” Sue said. “But my first experience with life not turning out the way I ‘expected’ was when we hoped to start a family.”

After 5 ½ years, Steve and Sue were blessed with their first child, Amy. They were elated that their prayers had been answered. Eleven months after welcoming their child home, however, Amy experienced a grand mal seizure causing oxygen deprivation to the brain, which resulted in severe brain injury.

“After the seizure, she was like a two-month-old infant again, not able to sit up and not able to respond to us,” Sue explained. “I said to my husband, ‘She is wearing Amy’s clothes, but she isn’t Amy….’

That was the beginning of a lifelong experience of having a child with special needs.”

Over the next several years, Sue and her family would face other challenges—Steve’s long battle with cancer, their child’s adolescent depression and the loss of Steve’s job after 30 years.

“Each of these situations broke our hearts, but God taught us about His presence and faithfulness in the midst of difficulty, even when it lasts for years,” Sue said.

When Amy was a year old, the Joybells of Melmark, an adult handbell choir, performed a concert at Sue’s church. Melmark is an accredited multi-service agency that provides residential, educational, vocational and therapeutic services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, brain injuries and genetic diagnoses.

“I remember just weeping

throughout the concert. I was amazed at what these adults could do despite their disabilities,” said Sue. In 1991, Sue was approached by the Director of the Meadows Adult Day Program at Melmark, asking if she would be interested in directing their adult bell choir.

“I didn’t have any special education experience and I knew nothing about handbells,” Sue said. “I accepted the position, but with tremendous trepidation. I knew God had a plan and would provide my every need for the job.”

“Members of the Joybells handbell choir do not read music, so my co-director and I direct with a combination of pointing, sign language and chord numbers— turning the music into another language that they can understand and respond to,” Sue explained.

The Joybells choir performs for churches, schools, colleges, and corporate/community events.

They have played in New England, New York, Florida, the Midwest, Arizona, and have performed for governors’ inaugurations, at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, during a Phillies Major League Baseball game and three times at the White House. Just recently, they teamed up with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia to record a Christmas album, “Music That Matters,” which was specially arranged by renowned composer and conductor Dirk Brossé to compliment the Joybells.

time the members of the Joybells perform, it is an opportunity for them to shine, to show what they can do, not what they can’t do, and highlights their ability rather than their disability. This is why I love what I do and I thank God for the privilege of being their director for the past 24 years. God has clearly called me to this work, though I am not sure I would have been so drawn to it if it had not been for having a child of my own with special needs, as well as receiving my degree in music. Oftentimes God orchestrates our lives in specific ways, preparing us for what lies ahead.” ■

"RECOGNIZE THE TRIAL AS A CHALLENGE FROM GOD TO CLAIM A LARGER BLESSING THAN WE HAVE EVER HAD, AND TO HAIL IT WITH DELIGHT AS AN OPPORTUNITY OF OBTAINING A LARGER MEASURE OF DIVINE GRACE. THUS, EVEN THE ADVERSARY BECOMES AN AUXILIARY, AND THE THINGS THAT SEEM TO BE AGAINST US TURN OUT TO BE FOR THE FURTHERANCE OF OUR WAY…" A.B. SIMPSON founder of the christian and missionary alliance

“God has opened many doors of opportunity for these men and women with special needs. He does not make mistakes, and He has ordained that every life has value and purpose,” Sue said. “Every

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FREEMAN LECTURE SERIES KEN BLANCHARD

Photo: Blanchard spoke to a group of employees, students and guests at a luncheon held following the Lecture.

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KEN BLANCHARD Ross and Fern Freeman Lecture Series 2014 Inaugural Speaker A Global Leader Empowering Others to Reach Greatness

If Ken Blanchard can manage a large business in one minute, imagine what he can do with a room full of attentive listeners in 30 minutes. Sterling College hosted renowned co-author of The One Minute Manager Ken Blanchard for the inaugural event of the Ross and Fern Freeman Lecture Series on Sept. 17. Blanchard delivered a series of life lessons, insights and humor to the students, employees and guests at Sterling College.

The Freeman Lecture Series seeks to educate individuals on the various values and applications of leadership by highlighting the servant leadership attributes present in others. Blanchard gave practical examples of how businesses are successfully using this leadership model in today’s marketplace through the integration of faith and leadership.

“We appreciate Ken Blanchard and the wisdom that he brought to us on the topic of servant leadership.

He encouraged the leaders on campus to empower their co-workers through supporting their needs and seeing them as creative and talented people.

Setting up workplaces with the idea in mind that others are able to use common sense and find reasonable solutions builds a community that supports one another and can focus on a common goal,” said Scott Rich, president.

Servant leadership has long been emphasized at Sterling College through coursework and ministry opportunities. Every student is required to complete a service project in their major discipline, and faculty integrate examples of faith and leadership into the classroom. Several ministry opportunities are provided to students throughout the year ranging from Habitat for Humanity and Love Sterling

to international mission trips. The Freeman Lecture Series seeks to bring the concept closer to home by presenting speakers who share about living out the daily discipline of putting others above themselves.

Blanchard’s uplifting message on this topic was enthusiastically received.

“I enjoyed how the convocation was presented in a motivational way. One quote I remember from Mr. Blanchard that really put this into perspective is ‘When the game is over, it all goes back in the box,’” said junior Caden Ford, sports management major. Blanchard was referring to pastor and author John Ortberg’s story about playing Monopoly with his grandmother as a child to emphasize that life is not about what you get. It’s about what you give to others.

“It's something that I took from his speech and have used to expand my views as a leader athletically and academically,” said Ford.

Ken Blanchard has co-authored over 30 best-selling books, including The One Minute Manager, which has sold over 13 million copies. He is chairman and chief spiritual officer for The Ken Blanchard Companies, which he co-founded in 1979 with his wife, Margie. Today the company has over 30 locations on six continents.

Additionally, the employees of Sterling College were able to participate in a 10-hour Lead Like Jesus training seminar this past summer, facilitated by staff from Ken Blanchard's Lead Like Jesus organization. ■

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Top: A view of Homecoming Hangout from inside Cooper Hall. Middle: Visitors enjoyed a variety of animals at the petting zoo during Homecoming Hangout. Greg McGlynn and his son, James, enjoy an inflatable game. Sophomore Josh Hood shares about his experience at Sterling during the Homecoming Dinner Celebration. Bottom: A scene from Jane Eyre, this year's musical. Sophomore Lauren Sylvester paints faces at Homecoming Hangout.

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HOMECOMING 2014 QUICK FACTS

Homecoming Court: Raven Taylor, Jalen Getting, Hannah Gardner (Queen), Tate Strasner (King), Darsha Bechard and Cody Green.

Football: 31–14 win against Bethel College

Women's Soccer: 4–1 win against Bethany College

@annawastell So strange and so wonderful to be back #HereAtSterling #Homecoming @SterlingCLife

@suzmelton Great job at the pep rally today, girls! Go warriors! #HereAtSterling

@kbaldwin115 Just some Sterling alumni friends catching up after the homecoming game. Love talking and laughing with these girls. Brings back such good memories. #grownups #lovemyfriends #HereAtSterling

@helloalie Sterling Wins!! #homecoming #HereAtSterling

2014 ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES: Michael Moncrief ’04 – Men’s Basketball, Rachel Derstein-Miller ’04 – Women's Basketball, the 1990 Women’s Cross Country Team and the 1992 Women’s Track and Field Team.

SAVE THE DATE:

OCTOBER 22 – 24, 2015

Send us your Homecoming 2015 suggestions and watch for details, updates and schedules at www.sterling.edu/alumni/homecoming.

@kaciehastings Such a great SC homecoming!

Great friends, awesome game and terrific musical! Love being an alum of #SterlingCollege #SterlingProud #HereAtSterling

@cassidy_danae Just a picture from this weekend at the game! #SCcheer #HereAtSterling

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Faculty Accomplishments Congratulations to our faculty who have advanced in their field, study and professional development.

Jeff Darnauer, coordinator of the youth ministry program, will be featured in Grace and Peace magazine in spring 2015.

The article's goal is to facilitate a conversation between pastors and youth ministry workers on the needs of today’s youth ministry programs and how pastors can understand and support the youth ministry in their church.

Grace and Peace is a quarterly dialogical magazine for pastors and ministry practitioners in the USA/Canada Region of the Church of the Nazarene.

Dr. Terri Gaeddert, associate professor of education and associate dean at Sterling College, successfully defended her dissertation for the doctor of education degree from Wichita State University in August.

Her dissertation discusses how faith and learning is perceived on a Christ-centered campus by administration, faculty and students.

The National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers awarded the Advancing Science Grant to Dr. Farai Kwaramba, assistant professor of chemistry, for his research on hydrosilylation catalysis technology. NOBCChE recognizes minorities who make outstanding contributions to science, technology and/or engineering research.

Director of the nationally ranked Sterling College debate and forensics team, Ken Troyer, has co-authored a book with fellow debate directors Gary G. Harmon of Kansas Wesleyan University and Dr. David C. Bailey of Southwest Baptist University. Assistant professor Troyer's textbook, Argumentation and Debate: A Strategic Perspective, is published through Linus Publications and is now being used for communication classes at a handful of colleges and universities.

Dr. Jacob Shatzer, assistant professor of biblical and theological studies, published an edited volume of essays titled Safeguarding a Truly Catholic Vision of the World through Resource Publications as an introductory collection of A.J. Conyers’ essays. Conyers, a Baptist theologian, was a founding faculty member of the George W. Truett Seminary at Baylor University and died of cancer in 2004. Shatzer also presented a paper exploring contemporary concerns about the just war tradition and selective conscientious objection in an ethics section of the Evangelical Theological Society Annual Meeting in San Diego.

Daniel Swartz, assistant professor of art and design, was invited to exhibit in the group art show The Enchanted World of Rankin/Bass, hosted by Creature Features in Burbank, California. His illustration Journey to the Island of Misfit Toys joined artists from across the country to pay tribute to Arthur Rankin and Jules Bass in honor of the 50th anniversary for the broadcast of “Rudolf the RedNosed Reindeer.” The show was open Dec. 6-Jan. 4.

Assistant Professor of Art and Design Hanna KozlowskiSlone was accepted into six art shows during the 2014 fall semester. Her oil on hand-cut paper work was exhibited in the ARC Gallery and Educational Foundation in Chicago, Illinois; the Marin Society of Artists Gallery in Ross, California; and the Smith Theatre Gallery at Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

Her piece Stutter Flutter will be printed in the INPA 5: International Painting Annual

by Manifest Gallery in mid2015, and Kozlowski-Slone’s mixed media piece Carnation Carcass was on display at (SCENE) Metrospace in East

Lansing, Michigan. The sixth show, TAPPED, focused on the relationship between students and their professors. KozlowskiSlone and senior Shelby Huber teamed up to enter and were one of eight pairs selected from a group of 95 artists to exhibit at Manifest Creative Research Gallery and Drawing Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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Huber received a Merit Award in the Artists of Northwest Arkansas’ 20th Annual Regional Art Exhibition earlier this year.

Left: Hanna Kozlowski-Slone, In the Limelight, 2014. Oil on hand-cut Arches Oil paper.

10.5 x 10.5 in. Right: Shelby Huber, Under Wraps, 2013. Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in.

RE-LAUNCH:

STERLING COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION DEAR ALUMNI, PARENTS AND FRIENDS, The Sterling College Alumni Association (SCAA) is the avenue for SC alumni around the world to keep in touch with their Alma Mater. As we embark on a new era, our primary objective is to foster loyalty and unity among alumni in continued support of the mission of Sterling College. Our secondary objective is to support and maintain connections with the group of over 12,000 SC graduates and former students.

Alumni of Sterling College are automatically considered members of the Association and may utilize any services provided. There are no dues or membership fees.

The Alumni Center located, in Mabee Library, is the Association’s home on campus and serves as a gateway for alumni when visiting campus .

It is a joy to be back on campus as the manager of alumni and marketing at Sterling College. I've only been a graduate for three years, but stepping foot on campus again has reminded me how life-changing my time was as a student here. I am honored to be a part of the Sterling experience again as a servant to my fellow alumni and friends, and I look forward to connecting with you.

As the manager of alumni and marketing, I will be engaging alumni through a variety of means—social media, regional alumni events tailored to meet your interests and needs, newsletters, advisory boards and diverse on-campus events and activities. I will assist with planning reunions and launching new activities for all to enjoy.

I am eager to begin cultivating relationships with alumni and students who will soon gain their alumni status. I look forward to strengthening our heritage of developing creative, thoughtful servant leaders by celebrating you and your accomplishments. As ambassadors of Sterling College, you

too can help maintain and build upon our deep-rooted legacy by staying connected to the College, referring a student, attending alumni and campus events, praying and even giving to the College.

If you have ideas for how the Alumni Association can better serve you, please call me at 620-278-4228 or send an email to alumni@sterling.edu. I also invite you to stop by the Alumni Center the next time you are on campus.

With warm regards,

Teryn (Frizell) Irvin ’12 Manager of Alumni & Marketing

E-NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP The Sterling College e-newsletter is emailed on the first Monday of each month and supplements the semi-annual Sterling magazine with feature articles, campus updates, upcoming events and other general information. Send an email to alumni@sterling.edu to receive next month's edition.

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Alumni News NEWS FROM ALUMNI AROUND THE WORLD

1930s Lola (Lambert) Klepper ’34 celebrated her 103rd birthday on November 21, 2014.

1980s

Randy Leroux ’85, of Cheney, Kan., was named the 2013 Kansas Coach of the Year by the National Federation of 1950s State High School Associations.

Randy has been the Cheney Chuck Hobden ’57 of Colorado High School girls’ golf coach Springs, Colo., is a substitute for 16 years and has led the teacher for four local school team to seven consecutive state districts. In his spare time, he tournaments. enjoys hiking the mountains with his dog, Odie.

Teddi Bryant ’88, founder and owner of Hot Mamas Exercise, Rev. David Breckenridge ’59, was featured in the Women a retired Presbyterian minister, in Business section of Denver missionary and clinical social magazine 5280. worker of Manhattan, Kan., authored Which Way is Camp?.

1990s The book was published in May 2013 by Two Harbors Press.

Randy Wade ’90 is now senior pastor at Piedmont First United 1960s Methodist Church in Piedmont, Okla.

Dr. Dan Cavanaugh ’65 retired after 42 years from both Sean O’Leary ’91 returns to the United States Army and the States from Ireland to serve Marshfield Clinic where he was as general manager for Gorges a thoracic surgeon and general Volvo in Wichita, Kan. surgeon. He and his wife, Pam, now enjoy traveling Wisconsin, Bryce Kristofferson ’92 is now Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan pastor at Centennial Baptist with their gospel bluegrass Church in Mexico, Mo. band, The King’s Countrymen.

Deanna (Stith) ’92 and “Tom” 1970s Thomas Mapes, residents of Atchison, Kan., celebrated Jeff Sparangana ’75 began his their 20th wedding anniversary third year as superintendent in April 2014. Deanna is a of schools in the Pottstown published author and member School District in Pottstown, of Jagged Corner Writers Pa. His wife, Claudia (Busbey) Group. She is also a freelance writer of poetry and short Sparangana ’75, retired from stories. She is currently working the Reading School District on her second book. where she taught kindergarten for 35 years.

Edmond “Ed” Lowry ’93 is the creative director at Off the

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Alumni are all those who successfully completed at least 24 credits as a student of Sterling College.

Those that did not finish at SC are labeled as a former student. Alumni are noted with the year they graduated as ’96 or as fs96.

Dime Productions in Little Rock, Ark.

He was welcomed home by his brother, Micah.

Lisa Putt ’93 is an eighth grade English/language arts teacher.

She is currently working on her dissertation and hopes to earn her doctorate in special education in 2015. She and her daughter, Maggie, 7, live in Akron, Ohio.

Troy ’04 and Crystal (Hazen) ’04 Holloway were married in York, Neb., on June 22, 2014.

2000s Aaron ’01 and Jennifer (Stinemetz) ’03 Wallman announced the birth of their fourth child, Grace Elizabeth, on Sept. 22, 2014. She weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces and was 18 inches long. Grace was welcomed home by siblings, Anna, Jacob and Isaac.

Tony Frasco ’01 and his wife, Lyza, live in Spearville, Kan., with their children, Nicholas, Augustine, Simeon, Anthony, and Agnes. Tony teaches middle school theology at Sacred Heart Cathedral School in Dodge City. Over the summer, Tony visited the Holy Land.

Drew ’02 and Rachel (Derstein) ’03 Miller announced the birth of their fourth child, James Charles, on Sept. 29, 2014. He weighed 8 pounds 7 ounces and was 20 inches long. James Charles was welcomed home by his big sisters and brother, Emma, Kate and Luke.

1 Luke ’03 and Erin (Clark) ’07 Cureton announced the birth of their second baby boy, Noah Robert, on Oct. 14, 2014.

Alison (Bauman) Anderson ’05 opened a new Etsy shop, Box113, on Nov. 26, 2014.

She and her husband, Ian Anderson ’04, and their three boys, Porter, Meyer and Ransom, live in Sterling, Kan. Adam ’07 and Caley (Chestnut) ’11 Beutler of Redlands, Calif., announced the birth of their first child, Calvin Grove Beutler, on Aug. 8, 2014.

2 Brandon ’08 and Sarah (Gardner) fs09 Muehler announced the birth of their second child, Gemma, on May 20, 2014. She was welcomed home by big sister, Leighton, 1.

Karin (Lederle) ’08 and Ben ’08 Swihart moved to Chicago, Ill., in October 2014. Ben is pursuing his Master of Divinity at Northern Seminary while also working with Lawndale Christian Legal Center’s after-school program. Karin is pursuing a certificate in public health from Johns Hopkins University.

3 Jeremy ’09 and Mackenzie (Kirby) ’09 Flickinger welcomed twin girls, Kayli Dawn and Mayci Dawn, home on Nov. 2, 2014. The girls were welcomed by sisters Jayci, 4, and Layni, 2.

Matthew ’09 and Amberli

(Todd-Walker) ’09 Strickland announced the birth of their first child, McKenna Mae, on Oct. 16, 2013.

2010s Matt Ehresman ’10 had two articles, “Your Strengths–and Weaknesses–Are From God” and “The Dangers of Waiting for your Dream Job,” published in RELEVANT magazine in 2014.

Dustin ’10 and Alexandria (Broeker) ’15 Johnson were married on June 28, 2014.

Leah Grace (Frees) ’11 and Jesse Braswell Roberts welcomed Rufus Charles and Ada Joy to their family on Sept.

10, 2014.

Lauren (Brown) ’12 and Clint Bundy were married April 5, 2014, in Sterling, Kan.

2014. Matt is a deputy for the Rice County Sheriff ’s Office, and Kacie is an admissions counselor at Sterling College.

The family resides in Sterling, Kan.

her Master of Business Administration at Wichita State University and her husband, Kelly fs11, is a motion designer and editor at Brothers & Co. in Wichita, Kan.

Jaron ’12 and Teryn (Frizell) ’12 Irvin reside in Sterling, Kan., with their one-year-old son, Izaiah. Jaron is the assistant manager at Home Lumber in Sterling and Teryn was recently hired as the manager of alumni and marketing at Sterling College.

Sened Tesfay ’13 completed his M.B.A. in Management at Robert Morris University of Chicago on Nov. 25, 2014.

Chandler Keenan ’12 is the youth pastor at First Baptist Church in Buffalo, Okla.

6 Sarah (Thomas) ’12 and Cody Staten announced the birth of their first child, Luella Marie Staten, on Sept. 26, 2014.

7 Adam ’12 and Anita (Bunney) ’12 Taylor announced the birth of their second child, Eli, on Aug. 16, 2014. Eli was welcomed home by sister, Zoe.

Megan Walker ’13 moved to Chicago, Ill., in August 2014 to begin her new role as development services assistant at North Park University.

Megan is pursuing a certificate in leadership through North Park School of Business and Nonprofit Management.

Brennan ’14 married Beckie (Smiley) ’14 Stelling on Oct. 4, 2014. The family resides in Lyons, Kan., with their daughter, Paisley.

Kara Stineman ’14 and Mackenzie McGuire ’14 4 Ryan ’12 and Samantha started a photography business (Davison) ’12 Corwin in Sterling, Kan. Kara and announced the birth of their Mackenzie Photography offered first child, Bravely Sophia Jean Larissa (Versaw) ’13 and Jacob their first official photo shoot in Corwin, on Oct. 13, 2014. ’15 Blackwell were married July July 2014.

5 Matt ’12 and Kacie (Rogers) 5, 2014.

8 David ’14 and Sarah (Slifer) ’12 Hastings announced the ’14 Tank were married July 12, Alexandria (Lawhon-Bush) birth of their first child, Eli 2014.

Johnson ’13 is pursuing Randall Hastings, on Sept. 12,

Erica Wilt ’14 moved to Hutchinson, Kan., and is now working at First National Bank as an assistant auditor in the risk management department.

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In Memoriam Our thoughts and prayers go out to families when we receive word of the passing of our alumni. To honor alumni and former employees, Sterling College often receives donations in the name of the one lost. If you would like to honor a dear friend or mentor, you may send your donation to Sterling College Advancement, 125 W. Cooper, Sterling, KS 67579 or donate online at www.sterling.edu/support.

Employee

1940s

Glenn Gable passed away Aug. 27, 2014. Glenn served Sterling College in a variety of ways throughout his life, including adjunct professor and clockkeeper for Warrior basketball and football.

Margaret (White) Oden fs41 of Basehor, Kan., passed away May 1, 2014.

Craig Gannon passed away Aug. 24, 2014. Gannon taught British literature and the honors section of freshman composition for many years.

He remained at Sterling for 18 years and was named faculty emeritus of English upon his retirement. His survivors are wife, Judith; daughters, Margaret Bettis ’93, Kathleen Gannon ’92, Laura Smith ’92; and sons, James Gannon ’94 and Ned Gannon ’96.

Albert McElroy ’47 of Overland Park, Kan., passed away Aug. 1, 2014.

Harold Seyfert fs44 of Claflin, Kan., passed away on Nov. 20, 2014.

1950s Cora (Kensett) Edgar ’50 of Topeka, Kan., passed away May 26, 2014. Her survivors are cousin, Marjorie Dillon ’52, and brother, J.W. Kensett.

Vernice Louisa (Martin) Cuthbertson fs50, wife of William E. Cutherbertson fs50, Joyce J. (Miller) Hannah passed away Feb. 14, 2014. Her passed away on Dec. 1, 2014, survivors include Judith Cuthin Lyons, Kan. Joyce served on erbertson and daughter, Carol the Board of Trustees at Sterling Cuthbertson-Mayo ’78.

College from 1986 to 1989. Her survivors are husband, Dan Mildred (Duff) Blackwood Hannah, two sons and a daugh- fs50 of Louisville, Ky., passed ter, Mark Hannah, Dr. J. Joseph away April 28, 2014.

Hannah; and Sarah Stanton; a brother, eight grandchildren, Marjorie (Tedford) Cunningone great-grandchild, and many ham ’52 of Tulsa, Okla., passed away Aug. 11, 2014. Her surnieces and nephews. vivors include siblings, Sheryl Jaeger ’70 and Rev. Elwyn Sam Kvasnica passed away Dec. 2, 2014. Sam served on the Tedford ’55; daughters, Lynette Hardy ’76 and Louise Magee Sterling College staff from ’73 ’77; and son-in-law, Rev. Dr. to ’83 as the finance business R.W. Hardy ’75. manager and later the vice president for business affairs.

Rev. Alfred Noakes III ’54 passed away Oct. 3, 2014.

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Janice (Elkinton) Whitman ’54 of Topeka, Kan., passed away Oct. 2, 2014. Her survivors include husband, Donald Whitman ’52, one daughter and one son.

Rev. Carrol (Witt) Blevins ’64 of Las Cruces, N.M., passed away Aug. 27, 2014.

Marion Berblinger ’56 of Sterling, Kan., passed away Aug. 2, 2014.

Edith M. (Story) Kestler ’67 of Hutchinson, Kan., passed away Dec. 11, 2014.

Martha Doutt ’56 passed away July 20, 2014.

1970s

V.G. (Henry) Fritzemeier fs57 of Stafford, Kan., passed away Oct. 20, 2014.

Donald Lawson ’57 of Camarillo, Calif., passed away July 15, 2014.

Frances (Willey) Wyatt fs57 of Scottsdale, Ariz., passed away June 21, 2014.

John Dill ’59 passed away Sept.

25, 2014. His survivors include daughter, Barbara Deboer ’70.

1960s Rev. Delbert Honn ’60 of Sunlakes, Ariz., passed away Oct. 8, 2014. Rev. Honn served the Kingdom of God for 44 years.

His survivors include wife, Darlene Honn ’60.

Jacqueline (Heter) Galindez fs62 of Apple Valley, Kan., passed away Nov. 3, 2014.

John Armstrong ’63 of Dodge City, Kan., passed away April 5, 2014.

Carol (Starr) Broadstreet ’64, passed away Oct. 11, 2014.

Francis Ola ’70 of Avella, Pa., passed away on May 7, 2014.

Dorothy (Solomon) Roberts ’70 of Hutchinson, Kan., passed away Oct. 10, 2014.

Joyce (Darling) Lewis ’71 passed away on July 3, 2014.

1980s Jerry D. Rakes fs80 of Frontenac, Kan., passed away Nov. 20, 2014 at the age of 59.

Bradley Williford fs80 of Herington, Kan., passed away Oct. 23, 2014.

Margaret (Hall) VanDolah ’81 of Gainesville, Texas, passed away Dec. 20, 2014. Her survivors include two sons, William and John; daughter, Molly; brother, Allen A. Hall ’80; and sister-in-law, Leslie K. Leroux ’85.

John W. Gouker ’85 of South Bend, Ind., passed away Dec. 20, 2014. His survivors include his wife, Elisa (Roberts) ’87, and two daughters.

Calendar of events for alumni and friends | www.sterling.edu/alumni/events Connect with Sterling College this year! Your Alumni Association is planning events all across the country. We hope you will join us! If you have an idea for an event in your area or would like to host an event, please call 620-2784228.

Jeremy Camp, Francesca Battistelli, Building 429, Newsong, For King & Country and more.

Registration includes early admission, seat of choice, exclusive Q&A with Jam Tour artists and discounted merchandise. Register by March 2.

20 guests will receive complimentary tickets. A reception and short program from SC will immediately follow the breakfast in the Mansion Dining Room. RSVP

by March 11.

Online registration is now available on our website. You can also register for these events by calling 620-2784228 or emailing alumni@ sterling.edu.

Oklahoma City, Okla.

Saturday, March 7, admission: 3:30 p.m., show time: 6 p.m.

Live in the OKC area or can't make it to the Winter Jam Tour in Wichita the night before? Come to the Chesapeake Energy Center in OKC! See Wichita description above for more information about registration and the evening's events.

Mississippi Valley/Quad Cities Alumni Chapter Friday, April 10, 6:30 p.m.

Join Keith and Carol Asmus as they host the Mississippi Valley SC Alumni and Friends Group at the First United Presbyterian Church in Moline.

FEBRUARY 2015

So. California: Carson Saturday, Feb. 21, 3 – 5 p.m.

Alumni and Football Gathering with Coach Andy Lambert at the DoubleTree

by Hilton Hotel Carson. Hors d’oeuvres provided. Register

by Feb. 18.

MARCH 2015

Wichita, Kan. Friday, March 6, admission: 4:30 p.m., show time: 7 p.m.

An evening of live worship at the Winter Jam Tour Spectacular 2015 featuring Christian artists Skillet,

Phoenix, Ariz.

Friday and Saturday, March 13–14 An event-packed weekend in the Phoenix area— Young Alumni Networking in Tempe Friday night and MLB Spring Training Baseball Game Saturday. Check website for details.

Topeka, Kan. Wednesday, March 18, 6 – 9:30 a.m.

Join Sterling College and others at the 54th Annual Kansas Prayer Breakfast at the Ramada Hotel Downtown Topeka featuring guest speaker Barry Feaker, executive director at Topeka Rescue Mission. The first

APRIL 2015

Lunch at Pappasito's Cantina and Texas Rangers game.

Check website for updates.

Sterling, Kansas TBD A friendly gathering at President Scott and Kathy Rich’s home. Check website for updates.

Portland, Ore. Saturday, June 6, 3 – 6 p.m.

Join Paul Laughlin as he hosts an alumni, parent and friends gathering in his home. Check website for updates.

MAY 2015 JULY 2015

Colorado Springs, Colo.

Saturday, May 30, 6:05 p.m.

An evening of Sky Sox Baseball. A section of the outdoor picnic terrace (down the first base line & directly above the Sky Sox pitcher’s bullpen) will be reserved to provide an inviting venue to watch the game and mingle.

Ticket includes buffet, parking, VIP seating and more. Register by May 27.

JUNE 2015 Dallas, Texas Saturday, June 13, 3:05 p.m.

Western Kansas: Dodge City Roundup Rodeo July 31 – Aug. 4 Check website for updates.

Old Fashioned 4th of July in Sterling Saturday, July 4, all day Check website for updates.

The Alumni Association wants to know how we can better improve and serve you. We gladly welcome your feedback: www. sterling.edu/alumni/survey.

Survey closes March 21.

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Non- Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 2 Sterling, KS

SAVE THE DATE You are invited to attend the spring

Ross and Fern Freeman Lecture Series

FEATURING DANNY WUERFFEL HEISMAN TROPHY WINNER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF DESIRE STREET MINISTRIES

Friday, March 6, 2015 Ten o'clock in the Morning Gleason Gymnasium

RSVP required to 620-278-4219 or advancement@sterling.edu by March 2, 2015, for reserved seating