Defining the Path CffJ.ne of the hallmarks of a Harding education is having teachers who are not just masters in their respective fields, but whose lives mentor Christian living to their students. This facet of teaching adds a dimension to quality education that is not readily found at other "quality" institutions. In a societywhere an immoral pop culture provides the role models, Harding students are a step ahead of others their age. One of these role models was chosen by the seniors as the recipient of the 1996 Petit Jean dedication. After graduating from Harding in 1979, he spent a year and a half in Ireland as a missionary. He returned to Harding in 1986 as an instructor in the College of Bible and Religion. Now serving as an assistant professor, his Life of Christ and Gospel of John classes are among the most popular on campus. He serves as the on-campus contact for Campaigns Northwest and preaches one of the Sunday evening services of the Downtown Church of Christ. On campus, students take advantage of his office hours for both counseling appointments and friendly visits. Many view him as a spiritual leader - a recognition attained by a life of service. A dedicated husband and supportive father, he is often seen on campus with his wife, Nita, and his children, Chris, Allen and Hannah. Because of a life which embraces only those things which matter, and because of his endless encouragement to us, the student body, the 1996 Petit Jean is proudly and thankfully dedicated to Dr. Ross Cochran. - Jimmy Brooks Dr. Ross Cochran visits with Lowell Myers before worship at the Downtown Church ofChrist. Cochran seroed as one of the pulpit ministers for the congregation. Photo by Aaron Gillihan. Dr. Ross Cochran spends timegetting to knowDanielJohnston andLeanneBurchfieldbefore an early class. Students found it easy to develop a friendship with Cochran. Photo by Aaron Gillihan. Dedication
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