Dr. Pryor figures grades for the fall semester. Back in the ctassroom full time for his 4p t year at Harding, Pryor taught both upper and lower level classes. (Photo by Renee Lewis) closer Those who knew Dr. Neale Pryor, distin– 'guished professor of Bible and the recipient of the 2003Petit Jean dedication, said he did more than just teach. Pryor began teaching Bible in 1962.In2001 he returned to the classroomfull time after serving as vice president for academic affairs for 18 years. Sophomore Reynard Graham called Pryor a man of wisdom because of his ability to make most aspects of the Bible understandable for students. "He comes down to a level with the stu– dents," Grahamsaid. "He makes it more under– standable. Thewayhe teaches, everyone should be able to understand it." InMay 2002, the board of trustees decided to honor Pryor and his wife, Treva, by naming the new girls' dorm after the couple. At the dedication ceremony for Pryor Hall Oct. 26, board members, faculty, staff and stu– dents showed their love for the Pryors. With a Christ-like spirit, Pryor accepted the honor. "Thank you for loving us," Pryor said to the crowd at the dedication ceremony. "Thank you for working with us. Thank you for honoring us. Thank you for a day we will never forget." Honoring his Christ-like spirit, the senior class chose Pryor to be the recipient of the 2003 Petit Jean dedication. dedication 7 • •
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