Board members and their spouses listen intent~y to pre-dinner comments at a gathering in the home ofDr. and Mrs. David Burks during the.fall board meeting weekend. The informal meal at the president's home was a highlight ofannual meetings of the group. Photo byJason Burt. Board, Council Continue Tradition of Excellence Twice a year - once in the fall and once in the spring - the board of trustees and president 's council traveled to campus to assist in planning and policy making to secure the future of Harding. The board had important goals to accomplish as its members established school policy and ensured its implementation. Approval of a new five-year plan and a Harding University in Greece curriculum took top priority in the fall meeting, but continued building projects and renovations were also planned. Don Shores, a trustee since 1976, expressed his pleasure with Harding's impact on young lives. "The most gratifying aspect of my job is to see Harding grow in the teaching of God's word and to see young people going out into the world and spreading the good news ofJesus Christ," he said. The president 's council, consisting of about 400 families serving five-year terms, offered advice and guidance as the university launched its "The Dream Continues" campaign and formulated a 20-year plan for growth. Advancement Officer Art Woods said, "These people are our most valuable asset as volunteers through raising funds , recruiting students and hosting functions. " Citing his own personal experience at Harding, Chairman Jim Bob Humphrey told the council that his course of life was altered "when he found a university where strong Christian ideals were commonplace." In speeches and casual conversations, the mutual impact of Harding and its people surfaced over and over. Offering an outsider's look into campus life , both the board and the council provided tremendous service to the university. -Alla Casey Board member Melvin Gardner visits with newly-appointed Vice President for Advancement Gary Elliott, and Mae Ann Tucker, the wife ofHarding's vice president for.finance, during an informal dinner reception. The fall board meeting schedule includedseveral informal sessions with spouses and university administrators. Photo byJason Burt. Dr. David Burks presents a President's Council membership certificate to Al and Marilyn Fowler of Searcy. Fowler former~y served as assistant uice president for universi(Y relations. Photo byJeffMontgomery. President 's Council ~~~~~~~ 121 Academics
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