January/February 2005 eBulletin

MESSIAH COLLEGE ALUMNI E-BULLETIN JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2005 EDITION
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"...pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness. Fight the good fight of faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called..."

I Timothy 6:11-12

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* CAMPUS COMMUNITY CELEBRATES NEW PRESIDENT
Last week, faculty, staff and students officially (and delightfully) welcomed Dr. Kim Phipps to her new role as 8th President of Messiah College via a series of special receptions and chapel. Learn more about her at www.messiah.edu/president/search.shtml . We look forward to introducing President Phipps to you through a series of publications and events throughout the next inaugural year. Stay tuned!


* BEAT THE WINTER WEARIES...
by attending the annual Alumni Gym & Pool Night to be held on-campus Friday, January 28 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Admission is FREE but advance tickets are needed to insure access to the pool. See www.messiah.edu/alumni for more information and to register.


* SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER...
and so is Spring Reunion Day scheduled for April 16, 2005. This will be the first official alumni event for President Phipps as she hosts the "Brunch with the President" scheduled for 10 a.m. Anniversary reunions for the classes of 1975, 1970, 1965, 1960, and 1955 are planned. More details are forthcoming!


* A NEW FACE IS COMING TO OUR OFFICE!
The Office of Alumni & Parent Relations is pleased to announce the hiring of Renee (Butler '04) Thomas as staff assistant. Renee is no stranger to our office having served as our work/study student from 2001-2002. She has also worked as administrative assistant at the Philadelphia Campus and as an intern in the Office of Student Affairs. She comes to us from Commerce Bank where she was employed as a customer service representative. Renee and her husband, Lowell, reside in Mechanicsburg.


* TOP-NOTCH ILLUSTRATOR TO PRESENT WORK
Messiah has been fortunate to retain the services of visiting artist, John Ritter, for January term. Ritter helped develop Adobe Photoshop Software and counts Atlantic Monthly, Newsweek, and many large daily newspapers among his client list. He will be speaking about his recent work on January 24 at 4:15 p.m. in Frey Hall, Room 110.


* THE BRITISH ARE.....HERE!
WVMM 90.7FM Campus Radio has begun offering BBB World Service as part of it's daily broadcast from 7 - 11 a.m. BBB World Service offers a global perspective on the day's events.


* WOMEN'S BASKETBALL IS #1!
With its undefeated record (15-0 overall; 5-0 conference) the women's basketball team has just clambered to the top of the NCAA Division III National Rankings. Key games coming up include Moravian, also undefeated and tied for first place in the conference (1/22; home) and Widener (1/26; away). For more info, including player profiles and schedule see www.messiah.edu/sports/wbball/wbball.htm .


* MEN'S BASKETBALL IS BACK.
With a 13-3 record, the Messiah men's basketball team is off to it's best start since the 1978-79 squad (which went 14-1). Upcoming key games include Moravian (1/22; home); Widener (1/25; away) and Lebanon Valley, currently the first place team in the league (1/29; home). Check out the vintage photos at www.messiah.edu/sports/mbball/mbball.htm .


* WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE MESSIAH COLLEGE TRADITION?
Remember creeking newly engaged guys in the Yellow Breeches? Or feeling the first snow on your face each winter as you went sledding down Cemetery Hill? Whether it's humorous or heartwarming, inspiration or insightful, we'd love to share favorite alumni traditions with readers of THE BRIDGE_ magazine. Send your suggestions to TheBridge@messiah.edu by February 4, 2005. Watch for an article about Messiah College traditions in the May issue.


* GET THE POPCORN READY.
Contemporary films scheduled for Parmer Cinema this spring include "Ray" (1/21-22); "Motorcycle Diaries" (2/4-5); and "The Incredibles" (2/11-12). Films are open to the public. For more info: www.messiah.edu/news/2005/MC-005-05.html .


*SAB ANNOUNCES "OLLABELLE" IN-CONCERT
This group formed in the aftermath of the 9/11 tragedy during a Sunday night gospel music jam session in a Lower Manhattan nightclub. Specializing in "roots" music - a combination of gospel, blues, country and bluegrass styles - Ollabelle has been featured on National Public Radio. They will appear in Brubaker Auditorium, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. Tickets are only $8 and can be purchased via (717) 691-6016.
To find out more about Ollabelle or to hear their music, go to www.ollabellemusic.com . Messiah alum J.F. (John Francis) Maher will be opening for Ollabelle.


* QUICK, THINK OF A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT...
who is academically capable, actively involved, and growing in Christian faith. If someone comes to mind, then you know a student who would thrive at Messiah. Please take a moment now to send that student's name and contact information to us via www.messiah.edu/alumni/pwm/studentreferral.shtml .


* BUNDLE UP THE CHILDREN...
and bring them to Messiah Theatre's production of "Wind of a Thousand Tales" a play for young audiences offered February 3-5 and 10-12. Games and special activities for elementary-aged children will follow all Saturday matinee performances. For ticket information and show times, please click on: www.messiah.edu/acdept/depthome/theaarts/Season/seaframe1.htm



WE WANT TO HEAR YOUR NEWS!
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Please share any information about what is new in your life including personal, professional, church, community accomplishments or experiences.

Information will be considered for inclusion in the Alumni Notes section of "The Bridge." Your information may also be shared with the Admissions Office and College faculty and staff who may share your stories with current and prospective students and their parents who are eager to hear about our alumni -- the proof of Messiah's quality education.

If you have any comments, suggestions, or you wish to be excluded from receiving the "Messiah Alumni eBulletin," please contact the Office of Alumni & Parent Relations, Messiah College, One College Avenue, Box 3023, Grantham, PA 17027, (717) 796-5252, or via e-mail at alumni@messiah.edu.


MESSIAH COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT
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Our mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character, and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership, and reconciliation in church and society.

ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE MISSION STATEMENT
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We will advance the connections with alumni striving to involve them as partners in advancing the mission of the College.

ALUMNI & PARENT RELATIONS STAFF
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Randy Ness '77, director
Paula Bongiorno '93, assistant director
Linn (Beers '01) Worrall, temporary assistant
David Mininger '05, student assistant
Kristin Nealy '07, student assistant