dlscotJetzlh~ a new Perspective Harding University • 900 East Center Searcy, AR 72149 • Volume 77 2001 Editor-in-Chief Rachel McCuiston Photographers Daniel Dubois Ashlee Johnson Ric Helms Adviser Jim Miller The banners on Harding's campus allow students to remember the University's focus - to integrate faith, learning and living by engaging students' hearts and minds. Photo by Daniel Dubois.
Students gather to worship and sing praises to God at the All-School Retreat, Aug. 25~ The retreat provided a time for students to pray together with their friends. Photo by Ashlee Johnson. Members of Living Stones, seniors Robert Sebesta and Brandon Bonneau, perform at a benefit concert for the Searcy Children's Home, Sept. 21. Many students on campus used their talents to raise money for others. Photo by Ashlee Johnson. Everyone has gone through different experiences in their life. Some experiences have been good, and some have been not so good. But it's in sharing those experiences that we develop our character and gain a new perspective in life. Every day we are in contact with people, whether it be our teachers, peers or family, who can significantly contribute to our lives if we allow them. At Harding, we are blessed to have such a diverse faculty and student body because we can learn so much from each other. Harding serves its students by challenging them to enrich their lives both academically and spiritually. r;\---------::-----:-- V Opening
Sophomores Rebecca Murray and A.J. Gordon stand among their personal items as they move into the dorm at the beginning of the year. When moving in, students found it difficult to find space to put their belongings. Photo by Ashlee Johnson. With his face buried in a watermelon, freshman Rusty Brown participates in a contest to see who can eat a slice of watermelon the fastest. The Student Association held this event Aug. 23 to welcome students back to campus. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Husband and wife, Javier and Lora Beth Escalante, take time out of their day to sit on the Benson steps and share with each other. Married couples tried to find time to balance their studies and personal lives. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Junior Amanda Cooper holds a candle as she sings with more than 1,000 other students during the Student Impact closing ceremonies. The candlelight ceremony was one of the highlights of the weekend. Photo by Daniel Dubois. -------------jr;\ Opening U
Making sure they have a good grip on the ropes, seniors Jamie Jennings and Andy Brazle enjoy rappelling. Some students continued their daring and adventuresome hobbies while at Harding. Photo by Daniel Dubois. With books in front of her, sophomore Kristi Lowery talks to junior Allie Cornett about her day while sitting on the front lawn. Studying outside was a challenge to many students because they usually ended up talking instead of studying. Photo by Daniel Dubois. President David Burks cuts the ribbon at the dedication ceremony of the newly renovated Hammon Student Center. Expanding the student center provided students with more room for their activities. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Despite the usual hustle and bustle of daily life, freshman Jenn Mitchell finds a quiet time in the renovated student center to study her Bible. Photo by Daniel Dubois. (0------ V Opening ~ I I .,r , -" . l\l .~ II ~ - / ) . '
With her checklist in hand, sophomore resident assistant Rebecca Myers explains the dorm policies to freshman Jessica McCormick as she moves into Sears dorm. Checking into a dorm was one of the many things new students got to experience for Ihe first time. Photo by Ashlee Johnson. Freshmen Impact student Rachel Savage laughs as she mingles with Mark Swartz and Sara Goen at the activities on the front lawn. Student Impact provided many opportunities for new students to meet others. Photo by Daniel Dubois. As an educational institution, Harding provides plenty of occasions, from overseas studies to on-campus activities, for students to view things from a different perspective. Teachers urge students to dig deep within themselves and focus on their goals and strengths in order to develop their full abilities. This university also desires for students to come to an ultimate deeper relationship with the creator. Just as Harding has made a difference in our lives, we must realize that we can make a difference in other's lives by accepting the responsibility to ignite a spirit of curiosity within those we meet and help them discover a new perspective. - Rachel McCuiston, editor ---------10 Opening V
Ken Stamatis wa1ks to class after chapel. Stamatis, a reading specialist who many students respected, was a friendly face on campus. Photo by Daniel Dubois. During Homecoming weekend, Ken Stamatis relaxes with friends in the Heritage lobby. like many teachers, Stamatis was involved in the weekend's activities. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Nearly everyone has had a teacher who has greatly influenced their life in some way, and Ken Stamatis, assistant professor of education, has been that teacher to many students. "Mr. Stamatis inspires me to help children read more," senior Melissa Williamson said. "He's enthusiastic and has the children's interest at heart." Starnatis, a reading specialist who is currently working on his doctorate in education, graduated from Harding in 1980 with a psychology degree and went back to receive his masters in education in 1988. Before coming to teach at Harding in 1998, Stamatis taught several middle school reading classes and received various honors for his teaching efforts. Perhaps the most honorable award was given in 1996 - the Milken Family Foundation National Educator of the Year award. Most students agree that Stamatis is an encouraging and dedicated teacher. Senior Fawnda Elliott said, "His classes make me want to instill in children that same love and joy of reading books that I had when I was younger." Although Stamatis has been at Harding for only a short time, the example he has led has not gone unnoticed. "Mr. Stamatis is an all-around great person, teacher and Christian leader," Elliott said. "I respect what he does, what he aspires to do and what he tries to do for his students." Vf 7:\f-----D-e=di-ca~tion
Ken Stamatis reads a children's book to a class at Harding Academy. Stamatis was awarded the Milken Family Foundation National Educator of the Year award in 1996 for his outstanding teaching methods. Photo by Jeff Montgomery. At a TNT club meeting, Ken Stamatis shows seniors Mindy Napier and Jeremy Picker a picture of interest to them. Stamatis has been a sponsor of the club for nearly 10 years. Photo by Jim Miller. Ken Stamatis, a TNT sponsor, laughs with junior Greg Goodale at a club meeting. Stamatis was involved in students' lives on many levels, and they considered him an example. Photo by Jim Miller. Being a dedicated teacher, Ken Stamatis listens to his students' comments during his reading class. Students felt comfortable with Stamatis because he was encouraging and had an open door policy. Photo by Daniel Dubois. ~D~e-d~i-c-a~ti~o-n-----------------~
The side of the Hammon Student Center shows one of the often-used buildings on the Harding campus. As a gathering place, it reflects the diversity and togetherness of the Harding student body. Photo by Daniel Dubois. ~r ________________ ~D~iv~is~io~n ~ Student Life
tudent Life Sophomore Ryan Crisler takes a fel minutes to relax outside the Bracke Library. Students often took advar tage of the swings and good weathE to study, talk or nap. Photo by Danil Dubois. HU family finds new oudook At fIrst glance it seems that college life can be one big routine. Chapel, classes, meetings, Bible studies, service projects, Spring Sing practice, a little time to relax - everything seems relatively the same. But somewhere in our years at Harding, we develop a new perspective on life. What exactly happened to make us look at life a little differently? Most of us don't have one specifIc instance. Student Impact may have influenced the way we view our classmates; there's just no way you can look at someone in the same way after you've seen them be a drill sergeant and an artist in the same night. Spring Sing gave us a new spin on teamwork. Nontraditional students helped the rest of us realize what's really important by often juggling family, career and schoolwork and somehow managing to do it all. International students brought a different perspective to American university life. Programs in Florence, Athens, London and Brisbane have given hundreds of students new ideas and focus after they spend three months in strange surroundings. Campaigns allowed us to see how God works around the world and in our backyard while changing the viewpoints of thousands - those we minister to as well as ourselves. Here at school, each of us has affected someone by our example ofChrist. Bible studies, prayer groups and devotionals help keep our focus where it should beand change it when it's not there. A group offriends can have a powerful influenceon eachother for life. We tend to see the "big things" as changing us. But it's really the day-to-day living that molds each one of us. Speakers, events and ceremonies affect us, but it's the ever-present smile of the guy atJava City or the hug you always get from the girl down the hall that makes us who we become. We influence each other more than any of us ever realize, and it may not be until our "student lives" at Harding are done that we see how our perspective has changed. - Jennifer Thompson, student life editor =D~i~v~is~i~o~n~~ ______________ ~~ Student Life G
2000 Impacters take the 1<bltA ,LtJJ 7rltvtttA In recent years, any mention of Impact would likely send studentsinto chorusesof"Great! Great!" But Impact 2000 proved Harding's orientation could survive the absence of Terry Davis, former assistant dean of students and Impact advisor. While upperclassmen may have missed Davis' cheers,.Khris Downey and Kendra Parker, the program' scCHlirectors, conceded that Impact 2000 was more student driven than ever. Preparations began in the fall of 1999 when Dr. Delores Carson, assistant vice president for student services, and Jim Miller, director of student activities, chose Downey and Parker as codirectors. The two leaders spent time in prayer, then chose a steering committee and energy group leaders in the spring. This year's theme was "The Road Less Traveled," a poem by Robert Frost and a reference to Matthew 7:13-14. Drs. Monte Cox and Jeff Hopper encouraged students to live lives in service to God. "As freshmen leave their homes and enter a vital new phase Moving in is only half the chore as junior Michael Pari<s helps freshman Ryan Lofgren move into Sears dorm. Thursday. several upperclassmen were stationed at the freshman dorms to assist new students and parents. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Sophomores Nick Mayle and John Hawkins talk with freShman Tara DeSelms in President David Burks' backyard. Each year the president and his wife host a luau for Student Impact participants. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Student Student Life oflife, theyapproachafork inthe road," Downey said. "Harding's aim is to provide guidance." As freshmen and transfers arrived, Impact workers were stationed at dorms to help new students move in. PresidentDavid Burkshostedaluauandcomedian Mike Williams got big laughs and proclaimed his joy in being a child of God on Friday night. Students served Searcy with projects like washing cars and visiting widows. Saturday brought a time travel dinner and hypnotist Chuck Mulligan, and the Silly Olympics Sunday afternoon gave participants time to play. Impact closed with the traditional candlelight ceremony. The spiritual fervor exhibited clinched the success of Impact 2000. "It was mine and Kendra's prayer that even ifthe events of Impact did not go well, new students would see Christ on this campus," Downey said. "If that was the case, then Impact was a success," - Hannah Rhodes
Fun abounds as fresh· men Beth Wilson and Jake Munoz race down the bungee run during Friday's luau at Presi· dent David Burks' house. The luau gave Student Impact partici· pants and leaders a chance to relax with their new friends. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Freshman James Stathopulo slides down the slip 'n' slide at the Silly Olympics Sunday afternoon at Harding Park. Student Impact ended Sunday night with a candlelight ceremony. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Impact cO·director Kendra Parker gives instructions during an Impact session. Parker and co·director Khris Downey stayed in Searcy during the summer to organize and promote Student Impact. Photo by Daniel Dubois. ~S ~t u_d~e_n~t ~I ~m ~ p_a_c _t __________ ~ Student Life ~
Girls stick together to And "If the skies above you are gray, and you're feeling so blue..." To many, this song is an old, wellloved hymn, butto girls who lived on Sears' frrst floor during the fall of 1998, it was the signal to gather for fellowship and worship. To have God in the center of the first relationships you make at school is important during your entire Harding career and beyond. One group of girls realized this and acted on the realization by starting a hall devo their freshman year, and it is still thriving. The girls decided to get together Monday nights after curfew to start the week out right. The first devo was just a few girls singing, but a sign was always kept up announcing the devo, which a different girl led every week. The girls talked about God's plan for them, the future, relationships and stress during fmals week. They discussed looking forward to heaven and searched their favorite scriptures. "One special thing we do is keep prayer journals," junior Elaine Keller said. "At the end of the year we go back and look at the requests. !t is so John Barton, missionary in Jinja, Uganda, speaks at the All-School Retreat, Aug. 25. The annual retreat at the White County Fairgrounds kicked off the year with a time of praise. fellowship and prayer. Photo by Ashlee Johnson. Spiritual Life Student Life awesome to see how God·has worked in our lives. Even if he didn't work it out the way we wanted, he always works the situation out for the best." "The hall devo has helped me grow closer to the girls and God," junior Becky Whittington said. "!tis great to . knowthatIcan trust the girls with my prayer requests and they will be prayer warriors on my behalf." "This has increased my spiritual life," Keller said. "!tis the highlight of my week. 1never miss it, eventhough making it there is harder since we are all in different dorms." "These girls have helped me be more open to spiritual matters," said junior Rachel Gurm. "I never said prayers out loud and now !lead them. !t has made me more comfortable in discussing spiritual matters with others. The best part is the prayer time - knowing that those girls care about me and are praying for me." The girls still gather once a week to worship God and uplift each other. Even though it is harder to get together, they still say it is the most important part of their week. - Jody Knight Student Association President Matt Milligan gives a charge to the student body during convocation chapel, Aug. 22. Chapel was a time of daily spiritual focus for students and faculty. Photo by Daniel Dubois.
Dr. Jimmy Allen, professor Emeritus of Bible, delivers a keynote lecture in the Benson Auditorium during lectureship, Sept. 24-27. One of the event's main attractions was its keynote lectures given by respected speakers, and Allen was a familiar face to many attendees. Photo by Daniel Dubois. A group of girls spend time in prayer at a hall devo in Shores dorm. The girls lived on the same hall in Sears their freshman year and continued their tradition this year each Tuesday night. Photo by Ashlee Johnson. Sophomores Clint Lercher, Clint Howard and Mica Timms sing at the MHarbin Devo" one Wednesday night. The devo began during the 1999-2000 school year but grew so large that it had to move to a bigger place - the Benson steps. Photo by Daniel Dubois. ~S ~ p _i r,i _t u~a~I ~L~i ~f u ____________ ~~ Student Life V
Forza Fiorentina! The fall 2000 HUF group gathers to goto a Florentine soccer game. Experiencing Italian culture was a major attraction for many students. Photo supplied by Jill McDonald. Junior Adam Cotti ng ham buys some gelato, Italian ice cream, at a shop in Flo· rence. Gelato was one of the favorite after· noon treats of both HUF students and fac· utty. Photo by Jill McDonald. Junior Brett Emerson and seniors Rob and Molly Carris relax on a wall at the Castle Porciano. Students spent the day at the castle and had the opportunity to hear a harp concert and eat an authentic Italian meal. Photo by Jill McDonald. HUF Student Life
For travelling students, HUF 15 ~ Mi~tbry tb ,Lite T0 say that the HUF program results in a change of perspective would be an extreme understatement. In fact, any former HUFer would agree that spending a semesterinltalychanges one's entire world view. When not touring countless Florentine art museums, decorative Italian cathedrals, picturesque coastal towns"or medieval fortresses and castles, each HUF student travels to numerous European countries, enjoys Florentine culture and cuisine and takes advantage of student life at the villa. A typical class schedule atHUF is demanding during the short periods spent at the villa between tours and travelling, but students quickly adjust to the rigorous schedule. Free time in Florence is often spent watching thesun setfrom the dome of the Duomo, attending Florence soccer games and shopping for leather goods or jewelry in the enormous outdoor markets. After just a short time, Florence develops a special Significance for Harding students and begins to feel like their home away from home. Perhaps the most significant and life-changing aspect of HUF is thE way it brings history to life. From thE first day in Florence, students are able to see firsthand what they havE previously only seen in textbooksthe famous Ponte Vecchio, the homes of Michelangelo and Dante and the rolling Tuscan hillsides dotted with olive and cyprus trees. Later in the semester, the Acropolis takes onnew meaning as the students climb through the ruins, and Paul's speech in Acts 17 gains significance when read from the top of Mars Hill. Walking through the maze of catacombs inRome and singing in an early Christian house church are experiences that HUF students will never forget becausethey bring new meaning to their understanding of thesacrificesmade byChristianslong ago for the sake oftheir beliefs. The fellowship thatHUF students and faculty have allows students to grow spiritually with constant encouragement from each other. Harding University in Florence is an unforgettable experience that students will forever cherish. - Katie Elliott Junior Jill McDonald, senior Molly Carris, sophomore Shannon Humphrey, juniors Heather Golightly and Jenni Woodward, sophomores Claudia Stockstill and Kristen Barron play with the Leaning Tower of Pisa. HUF provided great op· portunities for students to see famous sights of Europe while on weekend and day trips. Photo supplied by Jill McDonald. Juniors Amy Baeder and Jill McDonald, sophomore Claudia Stockstill and juniors Jason Ashlock and Dawn Moses play in the surf at Cinque Terre, a popular Italian resort area. Cinque Terre was one of the favorite trips for many HUF students. Photo supplied by Jill McDonald. HUF ~ ~St:-'"u-'d~e-n-:t--;;L-Ci"'f-e --------j~
Harding in Australia, Greece allows students to see J n It new L .. ~ r/r~ My fan is humming, the humidity is sothick l ean't escape my own breath, my entire collection of earthly possessions is either on or beside my bed, and I am intermittently sleeping and studying for fmals. No, things are not so different here. Rich Little claims that if one were to dig a hole through the center of the earth starting at Harding, he would find himself on Ayers Rock in the Outback. Perhaps the theory is a ploy to curb our homesickness, but the HardingHUA connection is real. We are stationed in Cleveland, a docile town similar to Searcy. Cleveland natives respond to the Harding herd similarly to Searcy natives; Australian accents say "You must be part of that uni group." Like at home, we double the size of any congregation we attend. The Redlands church will hear a few echoes in their building when we leave, but we will feel just as empty in their absence. The HUA group has also found niches in Cleveland to substitute for those in Searcy. We take our WaI-Mart needs to Coles and our Sophomore David Gallo preaches like Paul during a visit to the ruins of an Ephesian amphitheater. Besides spending time in Athens, HUG students traveled the CQuntry , learning the biblical significance of places like Ephesus, Corinth and Philippi. Photo by Emily Short. Juniors Chad Hughes, Kim Hobbs, Emily Short, Josh Eacret and Chris Minich enjoy a view. HUG allowed for many opportunities to travel to tourist attractions. Photo supplied by Emily Short. HUG&HUA Student Life Midnight Oil cravings to Sugar & Spice. When we get "Cleveland fever/' we have Brisbane as a Little Rock-like refuge. Stradbroke Island isa soul-healing retreat, much like Heber but with more sharks and fewer rednecks. The internal structure of campus and social life is uniquely Harding as well. Classes provide for Little's fervent enthusiasms about anything from Old Testament euphemisms to flying butresses, as well as Bob Reely's opinions on inflation and his Vietnam experience. We have a common house where men and women may convene indoors without scandal. We may not have squirrels, but we have koalas. We may not have functions, but we have bush dances. But of course, the components that make Harding what it is is her people and the Christiansupportweprovideeach other with. I'll be glad to be home again at Mother Harding, butI've been able to feel at home all along because of the people I have shared this great adventure with. - Lynn Teague
HUA 2000 students watch an Aborigine man demonstrate how to play a didgeridoo. The students then took part in an aboriginal dance accompanied by the instrument. Part of HUA's attraction was being able to see ancient cultures and practices come alive. Photo by Rich Little. A group of HUG students listen to a tour guide while visiting an ancient amphitheater at Ephesus. Along with trips within the country of Greece, students visited the Seven Churches of Asia and heard Paul's Acts 17 speech read on Mars Hill. Photo by Emily Short. Steve Irwin, host of Animal Planet's "Crocodile Hunter, n treats the HUA students to a display of his reptile wizardry. Tours in the Outback and trips to the Great Barrier Reef showed HUA students the unique inhabitants of the Land Down Under. Photo by Rich Little. HUG&HUA Q ~St~u~d~e~n~t~L~i~fe~----------~~
Homecoming 2000 challenges students, alumni to Reiten tlte S tltr.s Football, musical, family alumni, live bison, food, social clubs, friends and fun. Can you guess what Harding event is being described? Ofcourse, it is Homecoming. This year's HomeCOming was a great time for alumni, faculty and students at Harding. The weekend was full of activities for everyone to enjoy. The weekend began with fIre and excitement when a live bison jumped through a blazing ring of fIre at the pep rally Friday night. There was also hot chocolate and cider available for everyone. "Watchingthe bisonjumpthrough the ring of fIre defInitely reminded me ofhow uniqueHarding University is," junior Adam Halford said. The social club fair was held Saturday morning and was an opportunity for alumni to visit with old and new club members. "It was a good idea to have the social club fair in the Ganus [Athletic Center] because alumni not only had the opportunity to see people from their club, but also from other clubs," senior Amanda Shores said. Bison quarterback Freddie Langston prepares to pass on the way to the Bison's exciting 37-36 victory over the University of North Alabama Saturday afternoon. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Each academic department hosted a reunion for alumni to be able to visit with old friends and learn about changes and developments in the various departments. After the social club fair, food was available for families and students to enjoy before the Harding Bison football team defeated the University of North Alabama by one point. During halftime of the game, senior Ciara Gary was crowned Homecoming queen. "It was an exciting game and it was so awesome when we actually won our Homecoming game by one point," senior Tiffany Johnston said. It might have been difficult to experience this year's Homecoming at Harding without knowledge of the musical production Man ofLa Mancha. "Once again, Harding University's theater department presented a spectacular musical." senior Jaren Pagesaid. "ManofLaManchaisone ofmy favorite musicals. Marcus Neely [graduate student] did a great job playing the part of Don Quixote." - Meredith Garrity Homecoming Queen Clara Gary stands with her father Gerry after her coronation, a major point of interest for students and alumni. Photo by Daniel Dubois. T.G. Thorstenson rides bison Harvey Wallbanger, Jr. at Friday's pep rally. This was the second year for both Harvey and the pep rally. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Student Life
Senior Ciara Gary, freshman Melanie Glass and sophomore Kristin Knight were the 2000 Homecoming Queen nominees. Each year the football team chooses three women for the student body to vote on; Gary was crowned at halftime of the football game. Photo by Ed Wilson. Class Homecoming representatives (clockwise from top left) senior Kendra Parker, junior Jamie Kulild, sophomore Allison Alexander, and freshman Elizabeth Abercrombie were chosen by their classmates to represent them Aldonza, played by sophomore Abby Smith, and Sancho (right), played by graduate student Jimmy Mitchell, learn the value of Don Quixote's (graduate student Marcus Neely) idealism by the side of Quixote's deathbed in Man of La Mancha. The Homecoming musi· cal was one of the weekend's biggest attractions for stu· dents and alumni. Photo by Lauren Brubaker. on the 2000 Court. Photos by Ed Wilson. H_ _ o_r 7n e_ c_o_r_n _ in~g~ _____________ ~ Student Life V
Country crooner Mark Wills performs in the Benson Auditorium Sept. 29. Wills, known for his hits "I Do (Cherish You)" and "Back at One," provided entertainment for many students as well as members of the Searcy community. Photo by Ric Helms. Steve Maxwell, Barry Wilson, Kevin Schaffer and Ken McAlpin of Acappella harmonize during their concert in the Administration Auditorium. Acappella, a Christian vocal group well-known to many Harding students and faculty, made their first appearance in three years at Harding Oct. 12. Photo by Lauren Brubaker. Joe Mansfield from the Searcy Magic Society performs an escape trick with senior Joe Wells' assistance. The society came to campus Oct. 28 as part of the large variety of entertainment provided by the Student Activities Committee. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Student Life
Student Activities Committee brings a i)ttte e~untr't/ ;f j)ttte R~ck In/ R~tt Imagine that there were no entertainment offered on campus for an entire semester. What would the students do? This year the students would have missed out on country music singer Mark Wills; Christian group Acappella; rock group Sister Hazel and, of course, the campus movies. The first big entertainment ~ct for this year was a concert by Wills performed in the Benson Auditorium Sept. 29. Wills won the American Country Music Award for top Male Vocalist in 1999. Wills' hit "IDo(Cherish You)" was later remade by the pop group 98 Degrees and was familiar to many students on campus. "It was really neat to have such a well-known country singer on campus where some of his songs were familiar to both country fans andnon-countryfans," JarenPage, SAC co-chairman, said. "I feel that the SAC has done a dynamic job this year with the selection of music groups on campus, I especially enjoyed the Mark Wills concert," senior Amanda Shores said. The Christian music group Acappella performed Oct. 12 in the Administration Auditorium. This was the first time in three years that Acappella has performed on campus. Students had the opportunity to hear the new members of Acappella and some of their new songs. "They were really good," senior Mac Bell said. "I did miss a lot of the older songs that the former members of the group performed, but it was exciting to see a new group with the same style of music and a lot of great harmony." Rock group Sister Hazel performed in the Benson Auditorium Nov. 11. "lt is so awesome that a music group that is not country is allowed to perform at Harding," junior Tiffany Johnston said. "I was really excited." " The SAC thought it would be a good idea to add some variety to the music groups that usually perform on campus," Page said, "We thought that Sister Hazel would be a success because they are so well-known on campus." - Meredith Garrity Ryan Newell and Ken Block of the rock group Sister Hazel perform their hit "All For You." The group performed on campus Nov. 11, satisfying students' desire for a non-country act brought by the Stu- ,.dent Activities Committee. Photo by Daniel Dubois. ~ En~ ~t e ~ r~t~a~i n~r~n e~n~t __________ ~~ Student Life V:V
Freshmen Tim O'Neill and Randy Gagnon check their e-mail in the cybercafe section of the student center. The many changes on campus during the summer included major renovations in the student center, with a new coffee shop, post office and pizza and yogurt eatery. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Jam sessions in Cone Hall are a popular pastime for senior Nathan Knappier and junior Jared Holton. The new men's dorm - the first apartment-style men's residence hall- was completed just in time for the fall semester. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Junior Rachael Goad, sophomore Rebekah Chandler and junior Natalie Carbonaro enjoy a day at the lake. Greers Ferry Lake at Heber Springs was a popular weekend hangout for many Harding students. Photo supplied by Rebekah Chandler. Junior Maria Easter relaxes with a friend on the front lawn one sunny afternoon. The lawn has traditionally been a relaxing social spot forthe student body. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Life Student Life
Changes in student center, curfew bring Some students think they have no role in the changes that occur on Harding's campus. However, changes to the student center and curfew policy occurred largely because of input from students, President David Burks said. He said Harding did look at other options besides renovation, but then a committee of students, staff and faculty members came up with the idea of reclaiming already existing space. "The bowling alley was not being used and was losing money," Burks said. In fact, some students were not using the student center itself much in the last couple of years because it was so crowded. The main suggestion the committee received was to open the student center up. To do this they would have to move the restrooms. People wanted to be able to see across the student center to visually connect with other students. This move was expensive but was the only way to utilize the space well, Burks said. A sunny afternoon provides relaxation time for sophomore Larissa Smith. The University's swings have become a symbol of Harding life to students. faculty and alumni. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Students also suggested the addition offIreplaces and thought couchesand an open ceiling would help make a more comfortable atmosphere. "I had my doubts about the open ceiling, butlwaswrong." Burks said. "It looks great." Students also suggested computer ,.terminals in the student center. "At first 1 didn't know how well the computers would be received," Burks said, "but every time I am in there, students are using them." The Student Services office also made some changes to the curfew policy this year. The policy states that instead of having late minutes, students received a 15 minute "grace period" after curfew each night. Also, students got an allotted number of "special events," or free passes to stay out one hour after curfew. Freshmen and sophomores got seven special events and juniors and seniors got 15. Students used these special events whenever they chose. They also did not have to get permission in advance to use their extra hour, which gave the students more choices and responsibility. - Jody Knight Junior Melissa Lee walks across the courtyard in Shores Hall, the new women's dorm. Shores included full kitchens, dishwashers and living rooms inside the apartments as well as balconies and a courtyard in the building's center. Photo by Daniel Dubois. D~a i~l~y L=i D~e~ ____________ ~r;0 Student Life \:.:J
Retired General Colin Powell emphasizes a point during his American Studies lecture Oct. 24. Powell spoke about his passion for helping young people through the organization America's Promise; he also answered audience questions on subjects ranging from national security and his political aspirations to his work with children and volunteer organizations. Photo by Daniel Dubois. General Powell accepts a Harding running jacket from President David Burks as a sign of appreciation for his lecture and visit to the school. Powell's lecture proved to have the highest ticket demand in American Studies history; besides the lecture in the Benson, tickets were also given for seats in the Carter Auditorium in the Mclnteer Center and the Heritage Auditorium, allowing those without Benson tickets to see Powell's speech via closed-circuit television. Photo by Daniel Dubois. General Powell and American Studies Institute Advisory Board chairman Buddy Wray laugh at a comment during Powell's introduction. The board is one part of ASI, which brings speakers to campus and organizes other activities to increase awareness of our American heritage. Photo by Daniel Dubois. General Powell answers questions at a press conference. Media from around the state covered Powell's last public appearance before the 2000 presidential elections. Photo by Daniel Dubois. American Studies
American Studies speakers lend J intb ;;6elUb/¥n Harding's American Studies Institute and its Distinguished Lectureship Series continue to put Harding on the map, offering insight into issues that affect the American way of life. This year the ASI brought to campus such wellknown figures as General Colin Powell, University ofArkansas l).ead football coach Houston Nutt, political activist Bay Buchanan and former independent counsel Kenneth Starr. Powell, who spoke on Harding's campus Oct. 24, served as chairman oftheU.S. JointChiefs ofStaffunder President George Bush, advised America's past three presidents, served in the military for 35 years and oversaw Operation Desert Storm . Powell trumpeted mentoring programs for youth, emphasizing adult involvement in the lives of America's children. Arkansas Razorback football coach Houston Nutt spoke Feb. 13. Nutt revitalized interest in the university's football program by leading his team to nine victories, a Citrus Bowl bid and a top 20 finish in his fIrst season as head coach. Former United States treasurer Bay Buchanan addressed studen and members of the Arkans; community March 8. Buchanan, ' 32, became the youngest person I become treasurer, then went on 1 chair her brother Pat's presidenti campaigns in 1992, 1996 and 200 She has been recognized as one, the top political womenin the natiol Former Harding student Kennel Starr spoke April 17 . Starr served ; independent counsel from Augu 1994 to October 1999 and receive national exposure during h: prosecutionofPresidentBill C!into in the Monica Lewinsky case. Harding University and A~ continue to gain recognition. "American Studies is a important program for both th students and the speakers," sai seniorTiffanyYecke, who served , this year's ASI president. "It giv' us the opportunity to meet wit world leaders and to hear the; insights and wisdom. But it als gives them the opportunity to se that despite what they may hear 0 the news, moral, scholastic an political apathy have nottakenovE our generation." - Hannah Rhode Political activist Bay Buchanan, University of Arkansas head football coach Houston Nutt and former independent counsel and Harding student Kenneth Starr spoke at the University through the American Studies Institute Distinguished Lecture Series in the spring semester of 2001. Courtesy of publicity photos. Junior JenniferThompson, ASI Distinguished Students Program vice-president for programs, and ASI President senior Tiffany Yecke discuss plans for the ASI trip to St. Louis in February. The trip was one of several activities designed to increase awareness of American heritage and business. Photo by Daniel Dubois. ~A~rn~er~i~c~an~S~t~u~d~ie~s~ ______ ~~ Student Life ~
Global 'campaigners try to e nAn~e tne Vl'brtA Most students look forward to spring break as a time to relax and get away from all tbe hustle and bustle of school. But 581 students chose to spend spring break 2000 on campaigns. A record number also went on summer campaigns, bringing the total number of participants to 940 - 355 more tban in 1999. Due to tbe high interest in Alaska campaigns, three were taken to Anchorage, Juneau and Ketchikan. Junior KelliFager said the best part of the Juneau campaign was working with a local homeless shelter. "Working with Gloryhole Homeless Shelter was awesome," Fager said. "We served them food and listened to them share their stories." The spring break campaign to Venezuela was designed to prepare for tbe one going in the summer. Ten students traveled to Valaria and focused tbe week on door-knocking. So many people responded tbat the group decided to have spontaneous nightly meetings; they also Juniors Hope Huckeba and Amy Frank and seniors Kyle Johnson and Matt Shaner sing in the Piazza di Jesu in Naples, Italy. Singing was an integral part of many ca mpai gns , evangelizing as well as advertising for meetings and Bible studies. Photo by Tommy Nix. introduced the preacher 'to reassure tbe people tbat someone would be there for them after the campaign. Nine people were baptized that week. Students returned June 28, bringing lesson books to use in tbe studies that had been set up. During this trip, 26 more people were baptized. "The most exciting part was that the converts were so excited about teaching others," leader Ava Conley said. Senior Jenny Ruhl was an intern in Togo, Africa. The interns shadowed missionaries in different villages, held Togo' sfirst youth conference and learned Ewe, the local language, "The most amazing part was when my host dad asked me to pray in English even tbough they couldn't understand me," RuhI said. "Just knowing tbat the God who understands my prayers in English is also tbe same God who understands their prayers in Ewe was awesome." - Jody Knight Sophomore Matt Speer hugs Shawn, a child he met while door-knocking in Seattle. Speer and the other campaigners met Shawn while ministering to his mother over spring break. Photo by Andrea Soule. Michelle Hammond, criminal justice instructor, plays with a Navajo child she became close to over a spring break campaign 10 Crownpoint, NM. Faculty sponsors were essential to accomplishing the campaigns' purposes. Photo by Mary Edmundson. Campaigns Student Life
Aramark workers have nothing on juniors Mary Edmundson and Chrissy Thornton, Harding alumnus Nathan King and senior Marcus Wagner, serving lunch at a Navajo elementary school in Crownpoint, NM. Campaigns brought eye-opening experiences to many Harding students. Photo supplied by Chrissy Thornton. Sophomore Jessica Long hugs Gunther and Estefania Hoffman, whose family comprised almost half of the Stuttgart,Germanychurch.lnternational campaigns offered opportunities to meet Christians from many parts of the world. Photo supplied by Jessica Long. Senior Amy Dozier and junior Adam Harrell conduct a Bible study with Venezuelan Javier Villarreal. The ca mpaigners met Villarreal at the beginning of the month-long campaign, studied with him and were able to see him baptized before they returned home. Photo supplied by Adam Harrell. ~C_arn~p_a_i~gn~s ~ ____________ ~~ Student Life V
Spring Sing 2000 was truly ~n~e in If i.)"...",,,, .. ,,,v...,,, Some things only happen once in a lifetime -like the fIrst Spring Sing production of the new millennium, Spring Sing 2000, entitled OnceinaLifttime,marked the 27"' anniversary of the event on Harding's campus, From an amateur production to a professional exhibition of dazzling talent, Spring Sing 2000 marked the start of a new era, Once in a Lifetime displayed the talents of hosts Ben Howe, Jolene Dennis, Joe Yale and Shelley Lawson, as well as eight club acts competing for the John H, Ryan Award, Chi Omega Pi, TNT and Zeta Rho roared away with this year's award, thundering through the Benson Auditorium in their heartthumping act, '1\ Rumble in the Jungle," "The thing that impressed us the most was seeing how a graup of people working together toward a common goal can be so , successful while having such a good time,"juniorKristen Burnet said, This year's productionmarked the debut of the Spirit Award, Chi Omega Pi member Britni Howard hugs a fellow Spring Sing participant as they celebrate winning the Jack H. Ryan Award. Chi Omega Pi, TNT and Zeta Rho captured the sweepstakes award for their show "A Rumble in the Jungle." Photo by Mark Kinonen. bestowed upon the act that. best reflected a Christlike spirit in the months leading up to the fmal performance, Shantih and friends became the award's first recipients, commended for having a spiritual focus in the prod uction of "Sleep TighLYeah Right!" "We have been wanting to institute a spirit award for the last few years," Dr. Steve Frye, spring sing director, said, "It seemed important to reward those that kept a Christlike attitude in all they did," Each act also relished its own victories, "This past year was incredible because we had 100 percent participation for the girls ofSig Phi Mu and GATA," said "Over the Hill" director Kelly Swain, But the greatest thing about Spring Sing was the atmosphere, "It's always good for a rush of adrenaline," said "Doin' Hard Time" participant Charles IGser. "There's nothing like a screaming crowd of4,000 people," Feelings like that come once in a lifetime, - Hannah Rhodes The Zone has finally defeated the "Uns", as freshman Elizabeth Stephens joyfully sings in Kappa Gamma Epsilon, Delta Chi Delta and Delta Gamma Rho's show "Imagine This!" Photo by Mark Kinonen.
Chi Omega Pi member Gena Davis shows she is ready to defend the village in the Chi Omega Pi, TNT and Zeta Rho show ~A Rumble in the Jungle." The winning show portrayed jungle villagers being invaded. Photo by Mark Kinonen. Ensemble members perform the beginning of their act "Forbidden Broadway." The ensemble auditioned in the fall semester and practiced to accompany the hosts and hostesses in the musical numbers between club acts. Photo by Mark Kinonen. Shantih Spring Sing directors Julie Dennis and Jill McDonald and members Sandi Hendrix, Nikki Koontz and Mandy Isom accept the inaugural Spirit Award. The award was instituted to recognize the act that showed the most Christlike spirit. Photo by Mark Kinonen. "A Book Report on Peter Rabbit" is the topic for hosts and host· esses Joe Yale, Jolene Dennis, Shelley Lawson and Ben Howe. The four were chosen after au· ditions in the fall semester and put hundreds of hours into prepa· ration for the show. Photo by Mark Kinonen. ~SLp_ri~n~g_S_i~ng~ ____________ ~ Student Life ~
Proudly displaying her cultural heritage, junior Walton Scholar Esperanza Massana performs a traditional dance at the 2000 Latin Fair. The Walton program allows Latin American students to attend an American university, then return to their home country to work. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Juniors Eva-Lena and Pernilla Axelsson chat on their way to class. The twins from Sweden are management majors and also play on Harding's tennis team. Photo by Ric Helms. Siblings Ledys and Carlos Antunez, natives of Honduras, perform during this year's Latin Fair. The annual event is an opportunity for Harding's Latin American students to display their native culture and for the rest of the student body to learn more about other countries. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Freshman Janet Kogo builds up endurance at a cross-country practice. Kogo, who is from Kenya, had never run on a paved track before arriving in the United States but has found a home on Harding's team. Photo by Daniel Dubois.
Walton Scholars bring to campus A ;6iverJe V1'~rtAview Three years ago, Rita Toledo was planning to stay at home in Guatemala City, Guatemala. But when her father urged her to fill out a Walton International Scholarship Program application, she reluctantly complied. "I wasn't looking for a scholarship to Harding," Toledo said. "But, my dad was like, 'Yes, you should go.' 1 didn't even know where Arkansas was." Today, Toledo is a junior human resources major and is truly glad she made the decision to come to Harding. Shesaid that friends, faculty and campus lifehaveall been partofwhat makes her experience at Harding enjoyable. But for Toledo, the best aspects of Harding are the Christian values evident in so many students. She plans to return to Guatemala upongraduationandworkinconsulting ortraining . Mostimportantly, she hopes to have a Christian influence on those she comes in contact with. The goal of the Walton International Scholarship Program is to promote democracy and free enterprise in eight Ll.tinAmericancountries.Theprogram's promoters hope that Walton Scholars, like Toledo, will return to their home countries and have a positive influence. Theprogramwasstarted bythelateSan Walton, founder of the Wal-Mar Corporation. ThreeuniversitiesinArkansa: have Walton programs - Harding, Johr Brown and University of the Ozarks Harding has been a participant since 1985 "What he (Walton) really liked aboUi Harding was our emphasis on democrac) "and free enterprise," Dr. Nicky Boyd. directorofHarding's Walton program, said Each year Harding accept' approximately 15 new Walton Scholan who receive tuition, room and board, fre and travel as'well as a personal spending allowance. The program is a blessing to it! student participants, and Boyd believesiti.< anevengreater blessingtOHarding. Hesaid the presenceofthe Walton Scholars "help, our worldwide vision" and that the University now sponsors campaigns to EI Salvador and Guatemala asa direct result of interaction with students from those countries. "The program has broughtaboutalotof cultural diversity on campus." Boyd said. "Many of our students become friends with Walton Scholars and even visit them in their homes." Junior BJ Bi listens closely to a lecture in Scott Ragsdale's operating systems class. Bi is a computer science major from China. Photo by Daniel Dubois. - Casey Neese International Students 31 Student Life
Housing office provides students a H~lUeAWIl~ 'r~1U H~lUe Some of the most memorable moments of college life come from experiences in the dorm room with your roommate and your friends on the hall. Many students have met their best friend simply because the office of residence life chose to put them together. Patty Barrett, director of residence life for more 'than 20 years, took on the responsibility again this year of finding bousing for every student on campus. Not only did she find them housing, she also tried to place them where they wanted to live. She tried to work out the best possible situation for each student to live with the roommate oftheir choice on the hall oftheir choice. "Every year we have worked it out that each pair that wanted to be together has been able to do so," Barrett said. "There may come a time when that will not be the case but we always want to help the kids get where they want." Barrett's job is no easy task, and it has not gotten any easier Zearl Watson, director of student financial services, assists a student in forming a financial plan. Zearl; who announced his retirement this year, and the financial aid office was invaluable to students needing help paying for college through loans or grants. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Nurse Ann McClarty checks a studentDs blood pressure in the nurseOs building behind Kendall Hall. The office provided everything from bandages to flu shots for ailing students. Photo by Daniel Dubois. considering Harding has almost doubled in size in the years she has worked here. "Fairness is a huge issue," Barrett said. "I try my best to do things in a fair order. I try to be consistent to give the kids the best situation that I can." Barrett has worked in many different positions at Harding. In addition to herrole as director of residence life, she was also the director of social club activities from 1981-1990. Barrett also served as cheerleader sponsor for 10 years. In fact, she loves Harding athletics somuchthather family hasjoked that when she dies they are going to have her cremated and spread her ashes over the football field. Due to the busy nature of the office of residence life, Barrett said she has not been able to spend as much time with the students as she would like. "There's just not a lot of time for Sitting and visiting," she said "I miss that. But we still do interact with the students, that is why we are here." - Mac Bell
Lieutenant Adam Blake patrols campus in one of the security patrol vehicles. Harding security provided services ranging from safety es· corts to unlock· ing car doors. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Freshman Anna lee Livingston prepares induction week items in the Etc. Gift Shop. The shop, expanded as part of the student center renovation, provided gifts for special occasions and everyday encouragement. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Freshman Catie Mann delivers a package while working in the post office. The campus mail room gave hope and excitement to many students anxiously awaiting letters and other mail. Photo by Daniel Dubois. ~C _a m ~ p_u~s~S~u~ p ~p~o_r_t __________ ~ Student Life ~
Married students deal with U ~ ue l.)_v-~.- Each day Harding's campus is busywith the interaction between its 4,000 students, the majority of whom are single. However, Harding has a married population that would rival any college in the country. Seniors Jaime and Eric Williamson were a couple in a particularly unique situation. When the couple had only been married ten months, Jaime was eight months pregnant. "God has really blessed us with so many things," Eric said. Eric works about 30 hours a week between his jobs at campus security and the Bible House. "Living in the campus ministry house is very cheap, but things like car, life and health insurance becomeveryimportantwhen you realize you are having a child." Jaime handled her situation with amazing efficiency. "[ had already finished all ofmy projects and talked to my teachers so that when the baby came all [ needed to do was take the final." The Williamson's baby, Seniors Jaime and Eric Williamson share time together in their apartment above the campus ministry house. The couple had a baby boy, Andrew Christian, in November. Photo by Daniel Dubois. Seniors David Baird and Curtis Tillotson listen to chapel announcements. Nontraditional students have quite a bit of interaction with the rest of the student body during chapel and classes. Photo by Ashlee Johnson. Andrew Christian, was born on Nov. IS. Sam and Shauna Sanders also married last summer after dating ahnost five years, beginning their junior year of high school in Dalton, Ga. Both the Sanders are full time students and willgraduateinMay. They are active in social clubs and havefriendswhoarenotshyabout dropping by. "Sam's friends stop by all the time," Shauna said. "Mine call first because they don't want to intrude on our new married situation." Sam also frequents his old hall to keep up the friendships he has built. "I am almost more active than I was before because I go out ofmy way to stay in the circle," Sam said. SamandShaunapayforschool and expenses through savings and grants. "The only financial thing our parents help with is tuition," Sam said. The Sanders plan to move to Georgia next year, where Sam will attend law school. -Mac Bell
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