• Among the new building projects and academic pro– grams, President David Burks said what set Harding apart from other universities was the emphasis on Christ. "The really significant part about Harding is the fact that wecontinue to be Christ-centered," Burks said. Through mission opportunities, chapel and service-ori– ented activities, students received an education based on Christ. "Harding has blessed me with many opportunities to serve both in the community and other places," sopho– more Laura Rifenbark said. "Also, the daily reminder to seek God has been so helpful." Burks said the spiritual aspects found on campus were not only traditions, but staples of the university. "One of the things that has always been a part of Harding, in my opinion, is an emphasis on missions, and an emphasis on service," Burks said. "Those are important concepts to Harding." Rifenbark said rhe teachers contributed to that emphasis. "The teachers are always teaching from a Christian perspective and encouraging students to do everything for God," she said. • conlnue 2004
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