Campaigners Travel to Europe, South America International Campaigns was a program that involved preparation for summer evangeli stic work in Germany, Switzerland, Austra lia, England, Italy, and other parts of the world. The campaigns, which included other Christian college students, consisted of 60-70 Harding people. Throughout the school year, many speakers instructed the Harding campaigners on a variety of topics. Harding faculty members Jack McKinney spoke on the state church attitude in foreign countries. Dr. Don Shackelford, Harding coordinator for International Campaigns, discussed the American in a differenl culture. An outside perspective from men like Engli shman Brian Frisbee was also incorporated into the group's program. The work , which will involve stuffing mailboxes, doorknocking and singing, was expected to be very beneficial. Eugene Smith, a four -year campaigner going to Switzerland and Germany this summer, said, "The main benefit I see is a real recognition of God's power working through one ' s own weaknesses. Even with the language barrier and small task force, good things happen. ll's like finding needles in a haystack. When you find one, it's a thrilling experience. " The Venezuelan Campaign was truly a Spanish experience. The use of Bible studies, pamphlets and hymns in the native Spanish tongue called for a two-year language requirement for all going on the campaign. The campaign, which was to last from 6-8 weeks, was centered mainly in the Caracas area. There the 14 campaigners had planned to advertise a gospel meeting and become involved in direct studies with the people of the city. Meetings were held each week, although separate from the other International Campaigns, in order 88 Arts and Sciences-Bible to perfect lang:lage difficulties while studying the Bible. Sponsors Bill and Ava Conley led the group in both cultural and spiritual studies prior to the campaign departure. They planned to accompany the group as in years past. - Jimmy Allen The Christian Communications Program is an intense, two-year, non-degree program conducted by the Bible Department designed to prepare evangelists and other church workers. Although all of the course are taught by members of the University Bible faculty, the program is separate from the regular academic program and the courses carry no college credit. Beginning with the Alpha class of 33 students in the fan of 1974, the number of students who have entered CCP in the seven years totaled 155. Eighty-five have graduated and 39 were enrolled
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