Harding assistant professor of mathematics Jill Davis led a weekly Bible study for college-aged women. In spring 2024, she presented the idea of going to Greece as a group for anyone interested. Davis extended an extra invitation to the mothers of the Bible study members, as well as some Harding graduates. In total, 23 women attended the trip. Davis planned a 10-day trip at the end of summer 2024, which included a three-night cruise to the Greek Islands and other various locations. The group visited places such as Athens, Ephesus, Corinth and Turkey. Senior Lael Seats attended the trip and spoke highly of the experience. “It was just crazy to see the Bible in real life because we got to go to the Bema, which is where Paul was on trial,” Seats said. “It was interesting to see where [the events of the Bible] actually occurred in real time, whereas, before that, all you have is your own vision of the Bible but then, you get to put it together in real life.” Senior Caton Adair also attended the trip. She looked forward to the regular opportunities for fellowship. Adair’s highlight of the trip was the variety of women who experienced Greece with her. “Honestly, my favorite part wasn’t all the places we got to see that were so cool, but just the group and being with so many different women of different ages,” Adair said. One of Davis’ goals with this trip was to allow students who couldn’t previously go abroad to experience a little taste without the semester-long absence. This intergenerational group of women ranged from college students to middle-aged women. Since the participants were limited, the women quickly grew closer. “The best part was definitely the group bonding and experiencing it all together,” Davis said. “I was so proud to be a part of Harding to get to offer that for them.” As Davis reflected on Harding’s help to make the experience a success, she looked forward to the possibility of another trip happening in the future. Written by Addie Echols 19 Jill Davis Greece Trip LAY ALL YOUR LOVE ON ME On Aug. 30, 2024, seniors Adele Duncan, Caton Adair, Lael Seats, Abigail Callicoat, Alyson Voigt, and Breanna Voigt scuba dive in Greece. The group explored Porto Rafti that day. Photo courtesy of Abigail Callicoat
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