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Nineteen Ninety Two Harding University Searcy, AR 72143 Volume 68 Photo by Brian Lovegrove. BURNING BOLDLY. Student lmpacters saw this fiery sight the last Monday night of August as campus leaders encouraged them to ignite a spiritual fire for the upcoming year. Opportunities to reflect and change are offered constantly at Harding, but this unique Harding experience allows students to see the cross of Christ blazing in all its glory. The burning of the cross at Camp Wyldewood has always been a special experience for Harding students. Editor-in-Chief: Anissa Campbell lfead Photographer: Jeff Cash Advisor: Kay Gowen
As the year began, a fire, ignited by the spirit of love and fed by the warmth of fellowship, flickered inside each of us. We were motivated to grow, change, and prosper in light of the strong Christian influences that surrounded us. We came from 49 states and 33 countries to the hearth of a home that invited us to open our hearts and share socially, academically, and spiritually; but as individuals searching for knowledge and companionship under the influences of the traditions at Harding, we were compelled to unify ourselves in the shadow of the Cross. The leaders who conceived Harding no longer physically supported her growth, but their ideals remained and served as the kindling for the fiery torch each student offered to others in the name of Christ. The traditions and history that pervaded our daily activities ever reminded us that although the flame within each of us burned brighter every day, we didn't start the fire.+ -Anissa Campbell
GATHERING LEAVES. Senior elementary education major Donna Hill picks oak leaves for her science class project. Many education majors found their time taken by act.ivities such as this one. GETTING ENERGIZED. Student Impact leader Scott Genry addresses his energy group during an afternoon rap session. Many freshmen found opportunities to meet other students during the activities of Impact. ON THE FRONT LAWN. Diadra McGregor takes time out to read her Bible on the front lawn. Students often spent afternoons studying or relaxing on campus.
BACK TO BACK. Dr. John Ryan and senior Mark Merchant protec t their " turf. " Ryan always had a moment for laughter in his busy schedule. THUMBS UP. Dr. Ryan shows his approval to a student outside the Ganus building. Ryan was a familiar face to many as a teacher and the director of Spring Sing. STEPPIN' HIGH. Enjoying a cool autumn morning, Dr. Ryan walks back from chapel. Chapel , the cafeteria , and church assemblies werejust a few of the places Ryan 's influence reached . Photo by Jeff Cash .
v~.~1i~1~ After 31 years of service, he's still carrying the torch. Before anyone can enjoy the warmth that radiates from a fire, he must ignite the flame. With the courage and dedication that only love can provide, he must nurture and tend the glowing embers if they are to ever flicker into the sparks that supply the protection, warmth, and light expected from a fire. Every day some person somewhere tries to kindle a flame; but rarely does an individual have the stamina to stand the heat of the blaze as well as the coolness of the ashes. In September of 1961 one energetic fighter ignited the chain of events that have resulted in 31 years of service at Harding. With an unquenchable enthusiasm for life, a witty response for difficulties, and a strong grip on the Cross, he stood beside Harding when others walked away. When faced with adversity he fought, when confronted with decisions he chose, and when selected for responsibilities he graciously accepted. Individually, the significance of his life is no greater than that of any other Christian man dedicated to serving God through humanity, but when viewed in the scope of his influence through Harding, we clearly see that his gallantry and sophistication deserve no less than all the love and respect a student body can hold for one man. Because of the example he sets and the courage with which he daily feeds the Harding fire, the Petit Jean staff, on behalf of the senior class, proudly dedicates the 1992 Petit Jean to the man who best reminds us that even though we enjoy the warmth of Harding's hearth, we didn't start the fire. Thank you, Dr. John ' 'Jack' ' Ryan.•
FACE TO FACE. Student Association President David Burks presents the 1965 Petit Jean to Harding President George S. Benson in his last year as president. Burks succeeded Ganus as president in 1987. fttrough The story of Harding University, is the history of a struggle, fueled by a deep desire to provide a special environment for higher education. Believing that eternal life and values were the only genuine reasons for living, a number of godly men and women pioneered the effort to make learning possible in an environment of people whose hearts were focused on eternity. Only a cause worth dying for was worth living for, and faculty and administrators sacrificed salary, security, and time to accomplish their worthy task. The school grew out of the merger of two financially-failing junior colleges - Harper College in Harper, Kansas, and Arkansas Christian College in Morrilton, Arkansas. Although buildings had to be built, money had to be raised and the campus had to be maintained, the inner fire that ignited their energies centered around the unseen, the intangible, the eternal. The school was named for James A. Harding, a pioneer Christian educator who, according to biographer Lloyd Cline Sears, had "a magnetic personality, a fire and tenderness, a dynamic faith and childlike trust that gave him outstanding influence in his generation." Opening in Morrilton in 1924 with J. N. Armstrong as president, Harding College stressed its biblical principles and attitudes for 10 years "in the foothills of the Ozarks." When the 29-acre Galloway College campus in Searcy was purchased in 1934 and George S. Benson became president in 1936, Harding took her first strides toward security as a financially-stable, quality institution for Christian education. In spite of great depression in the national economy, the mortgage against the campus property was paid off in November, 1939, and students and faculty gathered on Thanksgiving Day to watch it blaze in a ceremonious fire. That milestone marked the end of an era during which teachers worked at times with little or no pay. With the college on sound financial footing, the emphasis shifted toward achievement of academic goals. The culmination of this pursuit came in 1954 when Harding College was granted full acceptance into North Central Association, a recognition which brought immediate status and prestige. (continued page 9)
GODDEN HALL. Students help clear A DAY Of DEDICATION. Drs. L. c. the debris from the destruction of Sears, Clifton Ganus, Jr., and George Godden Nall. This landmark building, Benson gather for the dedication of an original from the Galloway cam- Armstrong dormitory. Although repus, was razed in 1951 to make room cently renovated, Armstrong has refor the Administration building. mained as a functional dormitory for :'l"'.""'.!~-,~'"l:ZllF'::--~~~~~"'!1111!.-~""'~_,.~~~=-r---'!!l!"' ... ...,.""""----...::,the past years. HISTORICAL DAY. J. N. Armstrong places the mortgage in the fire at the ceremonious burning in November of 1939. This act marked financial independence for ttarding College.
vi w c::: a:: 0.. E ,g 0 0 .r: 0.. HARDING ARCHES. The familiar Harding arch welcomes all students and visitors to the campus whenever they walk down the sidewalk. This historical landmark has stood since Harding moved to Searcy. vi w c::: a:: 0.. JUST A SWINGIN '. A Harding CO pie enjoy the spring day on a tra tional Harding swing. For ma generations Harding swings ha offered relaxing afternoons to s dents. FUN IN THE FIFTIES. Laughter and smiles fill hours of the day as students stroll about campu between classes. Fun in the fifties differs from the nineties, but Harding students had the sam special memories regardless of when they were in college.
Dr. Clifton L. Ganus, Jr., became president of Harding in 1965. His administration was characterized by his inaugural goal, the "pursuit of excellence." The institution's goal was captured in the slogan, "educating for eternity," as all who directed the program of education continued to reinforce its commitment to its eternal mission. Dr. David B. Burks took office in 1987 as the fourth president of what had grown to be Harding University. His commitment to continuing the traditions of Harding were formulated in his administration's motto, "integrating faith, learning and living." Burks continued the growth of academic excellence and improved physical facilities which Ganus had built upon. When classes began in the fall of 1991, students from all over the world filtered onto a campus that differed greatly from the original Harding College of 1924. Building shad changed, course work had a new focus, and preparation for careers had increased. Harding had even grown from a sparse enrollment of 61 to a record-high of 3,391 students; but one key element remained the same - the inner fire that ignited the energies of those who gave themselves to the mission of ~ .r: E 0 .t: Harding University was c.. still engulfed in the concept of living and learning with eternity in view. The Harding heritage, like that of the Israelites in Deuteronomy 6:10-12, has made possible a quality education in a special Christian environment which today's students have inherited from those who went before them. We, too, have been given "flourishing cities we did not build, houses filled with all kinds of good things we did not provide, wells we did not dig" that we, too, should "be careful that we do not forget the Lord No, we didn't start the fire, but the commitment to a unique kind of atmosphere for education at Harding has burned through time for nearly seven decades and kept the coals of the Cross alive for future generations to enjoy, to love, and to share. + - Kay Gowen TAKING A BREAK. Students gather on the front lawn by the Olen Hendrix building for class. Teachers often relocated to the sunshine when the spring weather enticed them out of doors.
I 10 In 1924 Harding College of- - fered only limited academic programs to those students who sought her Christian instruction and influence; but 68 years later, under the guidance of Christian educators committed to sharing God and serving students, the sparks that a few dedicated men fanned into Harding University have grown to include 70 majors in 10 undergraduate and three graduate fields. We knew that these academicians didn't start the fire, but we beli~ved that their spirit of love and dedication to the Harding tradition allowed them to continue kindling the flame.+ -Amy Johnson Academics Editor
+ + + + SHAPING UP. Dr. Bob Corbin monitors Alcides Viquei pulse as he walks on the treadmill. Students involved in the Wellness Program often found themselves participating in testing at the Physical Therapy Lab. ACADEMICS DIVIDER 11
Leaders Bring Continuity The world has seen inany changes in the past 26 years, but Harding University remains much the same. Much of the continuity can be attributed to its leadership, exemplified by Chancellor Clifton L. Ganus and President David Burks. Dr. Burks led Harding students as Student Association president in 1965. Now he leads Harding in its entirety, faculty as well as students, financially as well as socially. Burks said the most challenging part of being president was " maintaining relationships in a diverse community." He had to deal with alumni, students, and faculty, and noted that such a large community will not always agree. "Keeping balance and unity in achieving our mission always has been and will be the most difficult part of the president'sjob - not fund-raising, not student recruitment, not academics." Dr. David Burks 12 ACADEMICS Dr. Clifton Ganus, former president of the university and now chancellor, was familiar with the "people" aspect of administration. Much of his responsibilities involved communicating with friends of Harding. He worked in recruiting for the Walton program, in fund-raising, and public relations, speaking and representing Harding. Ganus said, "The president or chancellor is Harding and to some extent the faculty; we represent the school. " Ganus expressed his love for people when asked what he would like to have remembered as his greatest contribution to Harding. He said, 'Tm the one that's been blessed in my association with thousands of people all working together in advancing Harding University and the cause of Christ. Our greatest good can be Educating for Eternity, to grow as Jesus did. It's our reason for existence."+ - Amy Johnson FAVORITE SONGLEADER. Terry Davis visits with one of his fans, Dr. Burks, at Open House. Burks visited with the students as they spent the morning learning about the women ' s social clubs on campus.
ALL IN THE FAMILY. Dr. Burks has a fatherly chat with daughter, Marleah. The Burks family was well represented on campus. BOOK REVIEW. After chapel Chancellor Ganus talks with John Stevens, chancellor of Abilene Christian University and Benson biographer. Stevens was on campus for the dedication of his book, Before Any Were Willing.. UNDER THE BIG TOP. Ganus and Ottis Hiburn of the Eastern European Mission Foundation take time out at Lectureship Central. The " big top " became the hub of activity during the lectureship programs. Dr. Clifton L. Ganus PRESIDENT/CHANCELLOR 13
The Vision Perseveres One of the most appreciated chapel programs this fall was directed by Dr. Neale Pryor on the history of Harding. In that presentation· students and faculty were introduced to the people, like President Emeritus Dr. George S. Benson, who made Harding what it is today. Benson's health limited his participation in the Harding community this year; but, according to Pryor, in the days when Benson was president, " He was everywhere on campus." Dr. David Burks commented on Benson's "vision." He said, "He was ahead of his time. Harding University would not exist in the same form without him." Benson's mission, as chronicled in John Steven's book Before Any Were Willing/ was carried on by Ors. Ganus and Burks as guided by the Development Council and Board of Trustees. Both groups met bi-annually to advise the president of the work to be done. The Development Council's area of concern was primarily academic affairs as they worked with the different departments in the 91-92 school year. These men and women strove to lead Harding in the same professional way they lead their own lives. BOARD OF TRUSTEES. Members of the Board included George 5 . Benson; James H. Cone, Chairman; David B. Burks; Deanna H. Smith; Olen Hendrix; John D. Baldwin; Houston T. Ezell; Dan E. Russell ; Louis E. Green; Jim Bill Mclnteer, Secretary; Donald L. Shores; John 0 . Simmons; Paul Carter; Harry Risinger; James R. Burcham, Treasurer; Pat Bell; David P. Burton; Richard H. Gibson; Dallas H. Harris; and Roy H. Sawyer, Jr. l 4 ACADEMICS The Board of Trustees focused their efforts on two areas concerning Harding's future: the graduate school in Memphis and the possibility of a junior college in Florida. The graduate school was under study for two years, during which Board members were focused on increasing the school's effectiveness and the possibility of future expansion. A study on the feasibility of opening a branch campus in Florida continues. Florida, as one of the fastest growing states, was determined as a site where Christian education, if properly conceived and funded, could benefit many. Benson had many hopes and dreams for Harding during his years as president, and his spirit lives on through the dedication and service provided by the members of the Development Council and the Board of Trustees. These Christian men and women worked together to keep Harding moving forward, while still upholding the tradition of excellence and spirituality precedented by Benson and Harding's other esteemed fore-fathers. + - Amy Johnson
HEAD START RECRUITING. Dr. Benson, President Emeritus, visits with Jake Miller, a potential student, in the American Heritage Center. Though his involvement in student life was limited this year, all could attribute their presence at Harding to Benson. Dr. George S. Benson -- "I) ::;,- 0 0 ~ '-- ('l =I! 3 0 :::: cS 0 3 ' ('l \ FACE TO FACE. Deanna Smith, Board member, chats with Dr. W. B. West at the Harding Graduate School of Religion reception. Members of the Board of Trustees often represented the school at functions across the nation. BANQUET ROOM BANTER. Dr. Jim Bill Mclnteer shares a light moment with Dr. F. W. Mattox, founder of Lubbock Christian College. This year 's lectureship book was dedicated to Mclnteer. <;2 ~ ~ ...... ~ ~ ....... ~ ~ ...... ....... c: t.rl BOARDS/PRESIDENT EMERITUS 15
Voices Of Experience Harding's program of education - academically, spiritually, physically and socially - was divided into the responsibilities of vice-presidents. During 1991-92, Dr. Jerome Barnes administered and coordinated the Student Affairs division. Affecting areas ranging from media to health services and from counseling to student discipline, Student Affairs affected the lives of students outside the classroom. Barnes is a Harding graduate who worked with the university in various capacities for 33 years. Vice-President James W. Carr served Harding as executive director of the American Studies Institute. Among his many duties, he oversaw the physical plant, enrollment management, and career planning and placement. As an educational consultant, Carr worked during the year with Wirrell Metropolitan College in Liverpool, England, and with Edghill Higher Education in Manchester, England. In his fifth year as a vice-president, he was particularly excited with Harding's growth in national recognition. C. Floyd Daniel served his ninth year Jerome M. Barnes Vice-President for Student Affairs James W. Carr Executive Vice-President C. Floyd Daniel Vice-President for University Relations l 6 ACADEMICS as vice-president for university relations. His area of administrative responsibility included development, public relations and alumni relations. Daniel joined the staff at Harding in 1965 and has worked with fund-raising activities ever since. Vice-President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Neale Pryor has taught Bible at Harding since 1962. He provided the impetus for a new faculty evaluation program and a revised general education curriculum which were initiated for the fall semester. Lott R. Tucker, vice-president for finance, completed a 40-year association with Harding in the spring. A 1951 alumnus, he began work in the business office in the fall after his graduation. Tucker's entire tenure has centered around management of finances, collection of accounts, and payment of bills. He participated in community service organizations throughout the year and was the driving force behind the local food drive for Harding for the last 25 years.+ - Laura Mcfarland
SHARING A SMILE. C. Floyd Daniel grins across his desk during an office party. His job in university relations allowed him to share his enthusiasm for Harding and for life everywhere he travelled. SINGING A SONG. Vice-President Neale Pryor joins Dr. David Burks, Dr. John Stevens, chancellor of ACU, and Dr. Dean Priest in the morning song service. Pryor participated in chapel activities on a regular basis throughout the year. .i. rJl 11) u !:: ~ ..., ;>, .Q 0 0 .s::. :.. .i. u :l 0 u - "O ·;;: "° 0 ;>, .Q 0 • 0 ~ FROM ABROAD. Executive Vice-President Jim Carr listens intently to £ former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Her Excellency Benazir Bhutto during a private conference . Bhutto inaugurated the American Studies Distinguished Lecture Series when she spoke on September 26 in the Benson . Neale T. Pryor Vice-President for Academic Affairs Lott R. Tucker Vice-President for Finance .s::. :.. ~ @ I ~ ~ . ~ ~ ~ VICE-PRESIDENTS 1 7
Fanning The Flame Of Friendship Serving Harding and its students in a multitude of ways was required to face the challenge of being an Academic Dean. The deans were responsible for the development of the departmental curriculum, the evaluation of teacher performance, and the planning for the future of their departments. Academic Deans were required to teach two classes per semester in their departments, and they served on numerous university committees. Most deans also found time to be involved actively in the state and national organizations pertinent to their expertise. Because each dean worked independent of the others, an effort was made to dose the gap between departments. This year the deans along with their spouses planned group social outings. "The activities gave us a chance to get to know each other as people, away from our roles as deans," said Dr. Bobby Coker, Dean of the School of Education. The activities included a trip to see the musical Bobby Coker Dean of the School ofEducation Carl Mitchell Dean of the College of Bible and Religion George H. Oliver Dean of the School of Business 18 ACADEMICS Les Miserables and a night-out at the Grand Old Opry. A two-day retreat was planned for the spring semester. The deans also met every Thursday for a lunch meeting with Vice President Neale Pryor. The meetings had an open agenda and served as a forum for dealing with any inter-departmental problems as they arose. The deans as a group viewed these changes with approval; and with the anticipation of more good things to come Dr. Carl Mitchell, Dean of the College of Bible and Religion, expressed his favorable outlook on these changes toward communication: " I think there is a real benefit to seeking more social contact beyond our academic positions. I personally view it as very important because it sets a good tone for the compromises that have to be made in the natural give-and-take between departments:+ - Amy Johnson
-.:) g SHARING SMILES. Dr. Bobby Coker, Dean of the School of Education, 0 shares a grin with his home bible study group one Wednesday even- ~ ing. Coker, although responsible for many committees and activities ~ at school, always had time to laugh and relax with his students. ~ Q FAMILY AFFAIR. Carolyn and Dean Priest dine with Dr. Winfred Wright ~ at the annual faculty and staff banquet. Held each spring in the back ~ of the cafeteria , the staff banquet offered a family environment for the · faculty to fellowship. A LITTLE GOOD NEWS. Dr. Carl Mitchell gives the daily devotional for the student body. Mitchell, sponsor of the Good News Singers, participated in the group's fall chapel program. Dean B. Priest Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Cathleen Shultz Dean of the School of Nursing -.:) ;r 0 0 O" '< c... t'l :ll n co VI ?' > n Cl ~ ([) s ........ n 0 ([) Cl ~ CJ) ACADEMIC DEANS 19
Heavy-Ha~ded From The Heart Too many chapel skips. Too many late minutes. Troubles in the dorm. Questions about clubs. Students with these dilemmas were referred to the offices of the student deans: L. "Butch" Gardner, Peggy Huckeba, and James Anderson. Besides enforcing Harding's Code of Conduct, the student deans were responsible for managing dorm life and social clubs. Butch Gardner also sponsored Student Impact. It' was Huckeba and Anderson's first year on the job, but while many may have seen their jobs as being "heavyhanded," the two kept positive attitudes about their disciplinary roles. After two months on the job, they had learned and reinforced some lessons. Huckeba found that she saw the positive characteristics in people. She said, "I am more reassured that people are inherently good and will respond appropriately to directives that are right." Anderson felt the need to work together, to talk to others, and to respect individuals. "So many James Anderson Assistant Dean of Students L. "Butch" Gardner Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Peggy Huckeba Assistant Dean of Students . 20 ACADEMICS things come back to relationships - among workers, families and students." Being in the position of role-model and counselor required the deans to remain close to God. "I don 't feel I'm totally adequate to handle it all on my own. My prayer time and Bible study has become more intense, " said Anderson. Huckeba commented that she enjoyed working in a Christian environment with "like-minded" people. Part of what makes Harding special is its " integration of faith and learning. " It was the student deans' job to create an environment conducive to that principle. They wanted to be "approachable, fair, and predictably consistent," Huckeba said. With those goals and qualities, Gardner, Huckeba, and Anderson not only led students to become Christian professionals, but also demonstrated the characteristics of such service in their own lives.+ - Amy Johnson
-.:l ::r 0 0 C7 '< ~ TIE ME DOWN. Dean of Students, Butch Gardner, addresses chapel ~ during Pledge Week. The week was a trying time for pledges and e: deans as they tried to maintain sanity. '?" HOME SWEET HOME. Dean Anderson shares information on the behavior of Christian young people from a seminar he attended. The seminar was held at Abilene Christian. STANDING TALL. Mrs. Peggy Huckeba filled the position of Dean of Women in the fall. She hoped to bring consistency and femininity to th e office. g HAVING IT ALL. Huckeba and two of her children, Hope and Jordan, 5 were proud to show off the latest addition to the family , their puppy , ~ Bo. Huckeba balanced family and career. '- 11> ~ ("l e: ::r STUDENT DEANS 21
New And Old-They Love Their Jobs In a world full of people who hate their jobs, it is refreshing to find some who are pleased with their occupations. This year at Harding, the Administration Directors were a group of content people, and their enthusiasm rubbed off on everyone who worked with them and who were helped by them. Being new on a job is always difficult. Nevertheless, Bob Kelly welcomed the change from being a full-time faculty member to taking on the responsibilities as the Director of Institutional Testing and Research Services. Although he missed the freedom and less demanding schedule of a faculty member, Kelly said that he "enjoyed the personal relationships and managing aspects" his new title carried. As Library Director, Suzanne Spurrier' s face was familiar to the many students who required her help in finding the materials they needed. James F. Carr, Jr. Assistant to the President David C. Crouch Director of Public Relations Donald P. Diffine Director of Belden Center Ron Finley Registrar C. Alvin Fowler Assistant Vice President for University Relations A. Edward Higginbotham Director of Placement and Career Counseling Wyatt M. Jones Director of Graduate Studies Don Kee University Attorney Bob Kelly Director of Institutional Testing and Research Randy Lambeth Academy Superintendent Frankie Mitchell Director of Human Resources Lewis L. Moore Director of Counseling 22 ACADEMICS Spurrier experienced joy when those students showed their appreciation to her for the assistance she gave them. She admitted that she would not trade places with anyone in the world. She proudly stated, "I love my job!" When asked what aspect of her job she enjoyed most, Frankie Mitchell, Director of Human Resources, replied, " I enjoy the challenge of employee relations and working with people." Similarly, Don Kee, Director of Finance and Estate Planning stated, I enjoy knowing that I helped someone and seeing their gratitude." With so many Administrative Directors ready to work and eager to help, Harding students received all the benefits of a happy staff, who were ready and willing to work for their good.• - Laurie Simmons
~ g APPLYING HERSELF. Jana Stephenson, a high school senior from o Florida, completes her interview with Mike Williams, director of admis- ~ sions. Williams began interviewing Trustee's Scholarship candidates ~ Homecoming weekend. ("l Ql ?- BUSINESS OR PLEASURE. Don Shores, trustee from Cave Springs, AR., and David Crouch , director of public relations, visit in the Heritage lobby. Shores was one of 17 board members on campus for the group's bi-annual meeting. FOOTBALL FRIENDS. Dwight Smith and Jimmy Carr chat before the Southeast Oklahoma game September 28. Harding students were blessed to have the support of faculty and administration both inside and outside of the classroom. John Nunnally Director of Computer and Information Services Harry Olree Director of Athletics Robert H. Keely Director of the Center for Management Excellence and Associate Director of the American Studies Institute Byron Rowen Assistant Vice President for Finance Willi~m W Rv~n Director of Physical Plant Services R. Donald Shackleford Director of Harding University in Florence Suzanne Spurrier Librarian Zearl D. Watson Director of Student Financial Services Mike Williams Director of Admissions Services David B. Woodroof Director of Educational Media Center ~ ;r 0 0 O' « c... ~ ~ ("l t: Iii ;r ~ ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORS ~ ~ ...... ~ ...... ~ ~ tj ::. ~ rt) ~ ~· rt) ~ ......_ Q ~ 23
WORK NIGHT. Lab worker Jennifer Neal demonstrates the technology of interactive computers to nursing students Vicki Herkemp and April Booth . The Simmons lab was open nights for students to gain experience through simulations. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Stephanie Smith and Sandy Long inspect a vial before proceeding. Smith was a junior nursing student, and Long was an associate instructor in the School. BOBBY BISON, R.N. Associate Professor of Nursing Nancy O ' Brien portrayed Bobby Bison at an away football game. O 'Brien donned the suit as the Student Association looked for a new Bobby actor to excite the fans. 24 ACADEMICS Dawn Chapman. B .S.N.. R.N. Associate Instructor of Nursing Da'Lynn Clayton, M.S., R.N. Assistant Professor of Nursing Jackie Harris, B.S.N., R.N. Associate Instructor of Nursing Helen Lambert, Ed.D. , R.N . Associate Professor of Nursing and Associate Dean of the School Sandy Long, B.S.N.. R.N. Associate Instructor of Nursing
Olen Hendrix Hall Built 1926/ Remodeled 1975 Sillllllons' Dreain Realized This year the Harding School of Nursing was very fortunate to receive a state grant for new equipment. This was the first grant of this kind since 1977. It was used to purchase the latest in interactive computers. These computers allow nursing students to go through emergency situations where they can make decisions and deal with the consequences of their actions. This role-playing exercise is made possible by laser discs and computer-assisted instruction. The department also received Macintosh computers to teach how to use the computer as a tool in nursing. There was only one problem. All of the equipment was available, but there was not a proper facility in which to put the new equipment. Fortunately, Dr. John Simmons, a member of the Board of Trustees, along with his family, renovated and endowed a laboratory in the memory of his mother, Mrs. Martha Ruth Simmons. Martha Simmons longed to become a nurse but was unable to do so Tawna Pounders. M.N.Sc.. R.N. Instructor of Nursing Cathleen M. Shultz. Ph.D.. R.N. Professor of Nursing and Dean of the School JoAnn Smith, M.S.N. Assistant Professor of Nursing Louise Truex Sult. l'.:d.D.. R.N. Professor of Nursing and Curriculum Coordinator of the School because of finances and the responsibilities of a family. In 1989 Simmons became the School of Nursing's first honorary nurse. Simmons developed cancer and died in May of 1990. Simmons longed to help future nurses. Her dream was finally fulfilled by the opening of the Martha Ruth Simmons Nursing Lab, located on the third floor of the Olen Hendrix Building. A quote of Simmons is on a plaque in the lab. It reads simply, " . to help God's servants who would be nurses to learn how and why." Thanks to the generosity of the Simmons family, a modern audio-visual lab was made possible for the department. "Most schools don't have laboratories as up to date as ours. We are one of the two schools in the state with interactive computers," said Da- 'Lynn Clayton, resource director of the School of Nursing. She concluded by stating that "interactive technology is the way health care will be taught in the twenty-first century."+ - Scott Baine SCHOOL OF NURSING 25
Olen Hendrix Hall Built 1926/ Remodeled 1975 Serving Others In Progress The home economics and behavioral sciences departments stressed learning environments. These two departments sought to better Harding and its community. Though the home economics department participated in and led several conventions, the department's most active involvement was with the Head Start program of White County. Students were involved with both parents and children. They taught Head Start parents nutrition, money management, budgeting, economical food buying and discipline. Because the CAPCA Head Start parents voiced their concerns, programs on helping children to read were taught. Parents were taught how to make books and educational games. These programs complied with the department's view of its profession's philosophy of improving the quality of life for individuals and families. One of the students, Shannon Weidon, who had participated with Head Start for two years said, "The people are really eager to hear anything we have to say. I love going out to talk to them. They appreciate our coming; they listen; and they ask questions. I always walk away feeling good. They challenge me." The behavioral sciences department also served the community with its Resident of the Month program, Blue Ribbon Day for the Sunshine school, and volunteer work with social agencies such as MADD. Terry Smith, Director of Social Work, noted that students are involved with many service projects, but "a lot of them don't toot their horn." Dr. Jack Thomas felt confident with the social work program as well as with the entire department. "Our program is strong in comparison to others. I am so comfortable with the feeling that we are doing a good job. " + - Amy Johnson Sharen Crockett, M.S. 26 ACADEMICS Professor of Home Economics and Director of Child Development Lab Lynn England, M.A . Associate Professor of Home Economics Loleta Higginbotham, M.A.T. Assistant Professor of Home Economics Terri Rine , M.Ed. Instructor of Home Economics Elizabeth Wiison, Ed.D. Professor of Home Economics and Chairman of the Department
"'C ::r 0 0 O' i Student Services Building ~ Built 1940/ Remodeled 1974 ';r -----------------~~ -----~------~~--,-~~ ..... "'Cl SHRM. Drs. Jack Thomas and George Oliver conduct the initial meeting for SHRM. The chapter was just one more addition to the Human Resource program here, which could receive national accreditation next year. WHAT IS IT THIS WEEK. Mrs. Lynn England instructs Ledena Mcspadden in the food prep lab. The class, which was a prerequisite for many upper level classes, had assignments for cooking with particular foods each week. r:ddie Ray Campbell, M.A.T. Associate Professor of Counseling Pam Clements, M.s.w.. L.c.s.w.. Assistant Professor of Behavioral Sciences Ken Hobby, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Psychology Kathy Howard, M.S. Assistant ProfessQr of Sociology Dwight Ireland, r:d.D. Associate Professor of Psychology Lewis L. Moore, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology and Director of Counseling Ann Louise Pace, M.S.S.W. Associate Professor of Social Work Walter L. Porter, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology Terry Smith, L.C.S.W.. A .C.S.W. Assistant Professor of Social Work and Director of the Social Work Program Jack D. Thomas, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology and Chairman of the Department Billy D. Verkler, Ph.D. Professor of Sociology ::r 0 0 O' '< 0 Q) < c: :r ;:;· :>:"' 3 Q) ? HOME ECONOMICS & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES 2 7
c: 0 ·~ a ...... ~ ..... 5 ....... s ~ a... ::3 ~ e & ~ e a ~ ':T 0 0 r:T '< :> ::i 'iii !G (") Qj 3 "O r:T ~ RETURNING HOME. Harding alumni David Gibson addresses Mass Communication majors at Communication Day as Steve Frye and Lou Butterfield listen. Gibson, as a student, designed the current radio station. AND, "ACTION." Theatre professor Robin Miller checks The Sound of Music script one more time. Miller directed the musical, which was performed at Homecoming. BRIDGING CULTURAL BARRIERS. Professor Ava Conley, Luis Allen, and guest speaker Sam Keichline bow for the closing prayer at the Spanish church service. Keichline, active in the prison ministry, shared his thoughts on brotherly love with the Spanish -speaking congregation. Louis F. Butterfield , Ed .D. Associate Professor of Communication Morris Ray Ellis, Ph.D. Professor of Communication Steven Frye , M.A . Assistant Professor of Communication Patrick H. Garner, Ph.D. Professor of Communication Kay Gowen Assistant Professor of Communication c . Robin Miller, M.F.A . Assistant Professor of Communication John H . Ryan, Ph.D. Professor of Communication and Chairman of the Department Daniel C. Tullos. Ph.D.. CCC·SLP Associate Professor of Communication Evan Ulrey, Ph .D. Professor of Communication Richard Walker. Ph .D . Professor of Communication Beckie Weaver. M.C.D. Assis tant Professor of Communication and Supervisor of Commun ications Disorder Clinic 28 ACADEMICS
Ganus Building Built 1951/ Remodeled 1987 Communicating Life Messages The communication and foreign language/international studies departments stressed reaching out to others - whether with information, entertainment or the gospel. The communication department served about 200 student majors. A diversified department, it offered studies in radio/television, printjournalism, public relations, advertising, oral communication, theatre and communication disorders. Dr. Jack Ryan, chairman, said the department was gratified with its generous budget increase which allowed for more equipment, especially for the drama program. Ryan suggested that the number of students majoring in theatre might increase as a result of a program change decreasing the number of hours required to a more traditional 30 hours, allowing more students to pursue a double major. The foreign language/international studies department also planned to benefit from curriculum changes. Dr. Shirley Boyd , M.A. Adjunct Instructor of German. Ava M. Conley. M.A . Professor of Spanish Dorothy S. Wright. Dr. de l'Universite Professor of French Winfred O. Wright. Dr. de l'Universite Distinguished Professor of French and Chairman of the Department Winfred Wright, chairman, explained that the new general education program, which included requirements in global awareness, allows students to select six hours in a foreign language for meeting those requirements. Wright noted that the new options would provide the department an opportunity to have more students in the program. The foreign languages department, while educating its students, also sought to educate the world about Jesus Christ. Ava Conley, Spanish professor, led campaigns with her husband to Venezuela for the 14th consecutive year. Shauna Queen, a campaign worker, said, "We went there to teach God 's word, but we learned even more about being true Christians.' ' Both the communication and foreign languages/international studies departments reached out to others, striving to make them aware of the Father's world around them and the Father's love. + - Amy Johnson COMMUNICATION & FOREIGN LANGUAGES 29
W.R. Coe American Studies Building Built 1953 r-.....,...,..... ~,.:::! ... !llml!r!:'"llll!l!l~"""~~~~~BJ'~ ~ 0 0 ~ c.. ~ =II ('\ I» V> ?" Servants Support Students The biggest news to th~ English and history/social sciences departments was the long-awaited announcement of the remodeling of the American Studies building. Dr. Dennis Organ, chairman of the English department, expected the project to be a major undertaking. Faculty members, though encouraged by the promise of better facilities, were perplexed by just how quickly and conveniently the remodeling could take place. Plans called for offices to be vacated by graduation and ready to move into by fall enrollment. It was an ambitious plan but one which was expected to "really be a plus," said Dr. Raymond Muncy, chairman of the history/social sciences department. The English department, with its larger-than-ever-before number of majors - 80 to 90, was also searching for a new faculty member to help with added composition classes. The new general education requirements called for students to have one literature and two composition classes. English faculty met in workshops to standardize course objectives for the new classes. The history/social science department was involved in classes of a different type with its participation in the national Elderhostel program. Drs. Muncy and Howard taught students over the age of 65 from all over the United States. In the summer, the two taught courses on the Bill of Rights and the Middle East. Muncy called the program "the highlight of everything. They love it." tte said the older students were particularly impressed with the "regular" Harding students. While the students, no matter what age, were the ultimate benefactors of curriculum changes, remodelings and special programs, it was the servile attitude of the English and history/ social sciences departments which made it possible. Muncy concluded, "That's what we do at Harding. It's a good attitude.' ' + - Amy Johnson Mark f:lrod , M.A. 30 ACADEMICS Assistant Professor of Political Science Paul Haynie, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of History Thomas M. Howard, f:d .D. Professor of Political Science !"red R. Jewell , f:d.D. Professor of History Raymond Lee Muncy, Ph.D. Distinguished Professor of History and Chainnan of the Department Joe T. Seagraves, Ph.D. Professor of History Thomas R. St.atom, Ph.D. Professor of History
""Q ::r 0 0 $. PLAY IT AGAIN, SEC. Rachel Roberson plays the cello in a perfor- ~ mance in The Sound of Music. Roberson was the secretary for the 3 History department. 0 :I cg 3 ~ ~ PICKIN' AND GRINNIN'. English instructor Ann Brown strums a few chords under the supervision of musician Tony Wood. Brown was always willing to pull a hilarious prank and make her students laugh. SUMMER REPRIEVE. Kayla Haynie and Betty Ulrey eat and visit at the English majors picnic. The picnic was held in September at Riverside Park for English faculty, majors, and spouses to catch up with each other before classes began. Rodger Lee Brewer, Ph.D. Associate Professor of English Priscilla Ann Brown, M.S.E. Instructor of Education and English Ken Hammes, Ph.D. Associate Professor of English Alice K. Jewell. M.A. Professor of English Larry R. Long, Ph.O. Professor of English and Director of Honors Program Duane McCampbell . Ph.D. Professor of English and Philosophy Dennis M. Organ, Ph.D. Professor of English and Chairman of the Department Charles Pittman, M.A. Professor of English Betty Thornton Ulrey, M.Ed. Associate Professor of English Eugene Underwood. Ed.D. Professor of English Ray Wright, D.A. Associate Professor of English HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCES & ENGLISl1 31
STUDENTS TEACHING STUDENTS. Senior Monica Chapman and assistant professor Jan Morgan both take notes during a student presentation in the special education block class. Morgan and her students found themselves "monitoring and adjusting" as they were moved from room to room throughout the 5 weeks of their class. STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE. Dr. Tony Finley supervises a classroom discussion in the STRIVE workshop held in January. Finley worked in conjunction with the state conducting workshops for secondary and elementary science teachers throughout Arkansas. CLIPPING AND CUTTING. Senior English major Zandra Brockway pulls magazine pages for an English unit in her methods class while Curriculum Lab director Marilee Coker offers suggestions. The curriculum lab provided services for all education majors to gather materials for class projects. 32 ACADEMICS Wade Bedwell . Ph.D. Professor of Education and Director of Undergraduate Teacher Education Bobby Coker, Ed.D. Professor of Education and Dean of School of Education Marilee Coker, M.Ed . Director of Curriculum Lab Maribeth Downing, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Education Lewis ..Tony" Finley. Ed.D. Associate Professor of Education Wyatt Jones. Ed.D. Professor of Education and Director of Graduate Studies and Associate Dean of School of Education. Kim Mclarty. Ed.D. Assistant Professcr of Education Jan Morgan, M.S. Assistant Professor of Special Education
W.R. Coe American Studies Building Built 1953 NCATE Suggests Improvements The School of Education had the primary responsibility for the preparation of students for successful careers in the teaching profession. The school recently added a secondary school administration degree at the graduate level. The program was under tentative approval and was to begin fully in the summer. The Natinal Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) visited in the spring of 1991, and the school was reaccreditated for the next five years. The school has been fully accreditated since 1961. Because of valuable NCATE suggestions, improvements were being implemented. First, the faculty members developed an annual plan. This plan included their goals in the areas of scholarship, service and professionalism. Second, the school worked with admissions to recruit more multi-cultural students. In years past, the number of minorities in teacher education has declined across the nation. The faculJames D. Nichols, Ed .D . Professor of Education and Director o f Field Experiences Lina Owens. Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Education Jeanine Peck. Ed.D . Associate Professor of Education Richard Peck, C.A.S. Associate Professor of Education Gordon Sutherlin, Ed.D. Associate Professor of Education Betty Work Watson . M.A. Professor of Elementary Education ty and the educational development council hoped that future graduating classes from the School of Education would show more diversity. The school had 950 students in education programs, the largest school on campus. It offered degrees in elementary, special, secondary, and graduate education, of which elementary education was the most popular. For all education majors, the most stressful and exciting experience was the required 12 weeks of student teaching. This was where the theories of teaching were tested against the realities of the classroom. Students usually had mixed feelings about the experience, but most enjoyed being on the other side of the desk. Dr. Bobby Coker, dean of the School of Education, remarked that "they had so much work to do. We just told them 'You're going to make it!' and they did.' '. - Scott Baine SCHOOL OF EDUCATION 33
34 Ezell Bible Building Built 1960/ Remodeled 1974 --........ ~--""""''""!'!!'I--------------.~ 0 s ~ c... 11> ::q ('l I» V> ~ Retreat Highlights Growth Dr. Carl Mitchell, Dean of the College of Bible, said that ttarding University College of Bible and Religion had experienced another successful year. Among additions to the college's faculty were Debbie Ganus, adjunct professor; Dr. Edward Myers, professor of Bible; and Scott Owings, missionary in residence. Of the 200 undergraduates who declared themselves Bible majors, 40 were women who planned to pursue careers in teaching or missions or who may have chosen Bible as a second major. A class specifically designed for female Bible majors, entitled "Religious Speaking for Women" and taught by Debbie Ganus, was introduced into the curriculum in the spring semester. One of the many successful events sponsored by the department was the annual Bible majors' retreat held at Camp Wyldewood Retreat Center in September. The retreat was organized by Dr. Tom Alexander, associate proACADEMICS Thomas C. Alexander, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Bible James R. Allen, M.R.f: ., Hh.D. Professor of Bible f.ddle Cloer. M.Th. Associate Professor of Bible J . Thomas Eddins. M.Th. Associate Professor of Bible John fortner. M.Th. Assistant Professor of Bible Allan L. Isom, f.d.D. Professor of Bible Joe Dale Jones. M.A . Associate Professor of Bible Wiiiiam T. Lambert, f.d.D. Associate Professor of Bible and Director of Biblical Studies John T. McKinney. M.A. Associate Professor of Greek Ken L. Miiier, f.d .D. Associate Professor of Bible earl Mitchell. Ph.D. Professor of Bible and Dean of the College Edward Myers, Ph.D. Professor of Bible fessor of Bible. Students and faculty heard presentations by Mitchell and John Fortner, assistant professor of Bible. As an additional highlight of the retreat program, Alexander introduced Bruce McLarty, who had just arrived in Searcy to serve as minister at the College Church. It was exciting to hear McLarty share from his own experiences as a ttarding Bible major, as a graduate student and as a missionary in Kenya, East Africa. It was a golden opportunity for the students and Bible faculty to meet and welcome McLarty to ttarding. The retreat offered each participant a special atmosphere in which to get to know faculty members and fellow students on a more personal basis. "A genuine attitude of brotherly love and professional camaraderie seemed to be felt by all who were present," said a junior youth ministry major. + - Barbara Cooper
"<:l ::r 0 o SHORT CHAPEL. Bible professor Allan Isom visits with a student in ~ the Benson. Short chapel gave the Harding family a little extra time to ~ get to know each other. ("l I» ?- BUSINESS OR PLEASURE. Bible faculty members Tom Alexander and Bill Lambert eat lunch outside of the Student Center on a warm fall day. Whether business or pleasure, a new environment could offer new perspectives. INTO ALL THE WORLD. The Owings family, Scott, Lisa and Alex, entered a new world as they left the mission field of Czechoslovakia to serve at Harding. Scott was the year's missionary in residence. Scott Owings. B.S. r:.T. Visiting Professor of Missions L. V. Pfeifer, M.Div., M.Th. Professor of Bible and Director of the Harding School of Biblical Studies J . Paul Pollard, Ph.D. Professor of Bible and Associate Dean of the College of Bible and Religion Neale T. Pryor, Tti.D. Professor of Bible r:d Sanders, M.A. Associate Professor of Bible Don Shackleford, Th.D. Professor of Bible and Director of HUF Dan Stockstill. M.Th. Assistant Professor of Bible Francis Van Tate. Ph.D. Professor of Bible and Director of Mission/ Prepare Program James C. Walters, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Bible Will r:d Warren, M.A.R. Associate Professor of Bible Jim Woodroof, M.A. Adjunct Instructor of Bible COLLEGE OF BIBLE l!t RELIGION 35
VERT MORPH. Lorie Johnson works on dissecting her cat for vertebrate morphology. Lorie was studying for one of her majors, biology. IT WORKS LIKE THIS. Dr. Ed Wilson instructs Nuria Portabella in the chemistry lab. Wilson was in his 21st year of employment at Harding. 36 ACADEMICS Ron H. Doran, M.S. Associate Professor of Biology Deborah L. Mueller, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Biology Michael V. Plummer, Ph.D. Professor of Biology and Acting Chainnan of the Department Ward Bryce Roberson, Ph.D. Professor of Biology William F. Rushton, M.A. Professor of Biology George W. Woodruff, Ed.D. Professor of Biology
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