Internship turns into book project

Sometimes, networking becomes more than a simple connection between two people. Sometimes, it leads to an internship, a job or even writing a book together.

Through a summer internship at IHS Global that began in 2018, public relations major Tyler Hallman ’21 worked with the nonprofit’s founder Dr. Bob Snyder ’72. In working together at IHS Global, which equips Christian health care workers to care for patients’ spiritual as well as physical needs, Hallman gained more responsibility that included writing appeal letters and creating fundraising strategies.

As the summer ended, Snyder asked Hallman to co-write a book. They spent the next summer brainstorming, planning, writing and developing a deep friendship. In the early processes of writing, they experienced difficulty finding the right focus until the two stumbled “Fearfully and Wonderfully Made” by Philip Yancey and Dr. Paul Brand. The book’s unique writing style helped guide them in the right direction. With Snyder’s voice and story and Hallman’s writing, “Come Walk With Me” was born.

The book details Snyder’s journey with Jesus and the lessons he learned along the way. It’s designed to inspire readers to pause, pray and reflect on their own faith journeys. Hallman’s responsibility was to bring Snyder’s experiences together in a compelling narrative.

“Come Walk With Me” was published in September 2020. Apart from the book, Hallman says his work with IHS helped him experience new perspectives and areas of expertise. “I have sought to listen to and learn from people with Christ-like character and exceptional competence,” he said.

— Molly McKim ’23