CHARTINGA ~~ FORTHE FUTURE .Js Harding's 75th year drew to Jl/ a close and the celebrations were complete, there was a sense of pride and accomplishment in having attained such a great milestone. Harding and its faculty and students had witnessed a number of events that would remain in their memories throughout their lifetimes. Among the special events were the Founder's Day and special Homecoming festivities in the fall. In the spring the celebrations continued with special performances and distinguised speakers.The year concluded with the graduation ceremony honoring the university's 75th class. Alongwith the benefits reaped from witnessing and participating in the celebratory events, Hardingstudents and faculty were granted numerous opportuni ties to serve surrounding communi - ties. When tornadoes struck White County one Thursday evening, students, faculty and staff members were quick to respond with helping hands and boundless encouragement. Through their service, students left marks on the lives of others in the community as those people tried to clear the way for a new beginning and a brighter future. These acts of kindness proved that Harding achi eved its goal of influencing lives and developing Christian servants who would not only leave their marks on the lives of others, but wou ld also chart courses that would improve the future. Freshman Amanda Cooper places a ribbon around a Special Olympics participant"s neck while sophomore Rachel Hamilton gets the next award ready. Many Harding students volunteered at the day-long Special Olympics basketball tournament in February. • 326 CLOS ING President David Burks congratulates senior J.R. Duke after a home basketball game last spring. Burks proudly wore his Rhodes Rowdies t-shirt and encouraged others to do so as well.
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