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MESSIAH COLLEGE ALUMNI MAGAZINE FALL 2019
ANDRE FRUEH ’22
Alumni and students celebrated Messiah’s Homecoming and Family Weekend Oct. 18-19. More than 2,000 attended to enjoy soccer games, the Live Color Run, reunions and fellowship during the fall weekend, which included new events such as the fellowship brunch and learning for life sessions. ALL PHOTOS BY FREDERICK SCHMITT ’88 PHOTOGRAPHY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
ANDRE FRUEH ’22
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Kim S. Phipps V I C E P R E S I D E N T F O R A DVA N C E M E N T
Barry Goodling ’79 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF M A R K E T I N G & C O M M U N I C AT I O N S
Carla E. Gross EDITOR
Anna Seip C R E AT I V E D I R E C T O R
Nancy Soulliard GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
Deb Hartranft Matt Logan, M.A. ’17 DIRECTOR OF A L U M N I & PA R E N T R E L AT I O N S
Jay McClymont ’92 CONTRIBUTORS
Molly McKim ’23, Sarah Stubbe ’21, Leanne Tan ’21
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At the heart of the President’s Report issue of The Bridge, you’ll find our financial report.
Take a look at the accomplishments of Messiah’s students, faculty and staff from the 2018-2019 school year.
THE FINANCIALS
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10 Learning for life, Debbie Rock, M.A. ’19 pursues a master’s in counseling. JOHN WHITEHEAD IMAGES
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YEAR IN REVIEW
F R O M T H E E D I TO R IN APRIL, I READ AN ARTICLE TITLED “READ 200 BOOKS THIS YEAR BY MAKING THIS 1 TINY CHANGE TO YOUR ROUTINE.” THROUGH SOME SIMPLE MATH, THE AUTHOR CALCULATED THAT TO READ 200 BOOKS, ALL YOU’D NEED TO DO IS SPEND 417 HOURS READING. WHO HAS THAT KIND OF TIME, RIGHT?
According to this article, the average American spends a whopping 608 hours on social media and 1,642 on TV annually. If you spent that time unplugging everything (except your Kindle), you could read 1,000 books a year. Wow. Suddenly, 200 sounded possible. So, I immediately started reading. Fiction. Autobiographies. The stack that had been piled on my nightstand for years. In the past seven months, I’ve read 57 books (all documented on Instagram, of course. Yes, I know that Instagram time cut into my reading time). While it’s nowhere near 1,000 (or even 200), I realized that was more than I’d read in years.
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From the Archives
Read an article by Nicholas Tay ’14 on his research in Science magazine. Find out where to buy a copy of “Our American Dream,” a book by Trustee Andrew Samuel ’84. Check out Messiah’s public events to attend for December and throughout winter.
I found myself reading new books and rereading old ones. Although I’m making a dent in my gargantuan reading list, I’m going to add one more to my queue: “Our American Dream” by Trustee Andrew Samuel ’84. You can read all about Samuel, his book and his new bank on p. 30. In this President’s Report issue of The Bridge, we take a look back (much like rereading a favorite book) through our timeline of the past academic year. We also focus forward, using the theme Learning for Life to celebrate the future of Messiah College (soon to be University) and the 10-year anniversary of our graduate programs, which continue to thrive. We hope you enjoy this issue.
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Learning for life The start of a new academic year is a favorite time for me — and has been since I was a young girl who absolutely loved going to school. Each August, just days before first-year undergraduates join our community, all Messiah College employees gather in the Calvin and Janet High Center for the Performing Arts to pray, celebrate the previous year’s accomplishments and look forward to the year ahead. This year, in my State of the College address, I invited employees to embrace a rich, visual metaphor of Messiah College as a tree firmly rooted in its educational mission and 110-yearold articulation of “Christ Preeminent.” Just as changing environmental conditions affect trees in a forest, so Messiah College is enduring consequential challenges from its surrounding environment that require pruning existing branches while grafting new growth to preserve the health of our beloved tree. To secure Messiah’s future, we need to engage in metaphorical grafting by broadening our definition of a typical Messiah student to include individuals of different ages and stages of life. For Messiah to prosper in the future, we must understand that our educational mission is relevant for any person pursuing education—whether a recent high school graduate, a young scholar or an older adult seeking personal and professional development. According to The Chronicle of Higher Education, “Nearly 44 million Americans ages 25 to 64 hold only a high school degree or equivalent. ... More than 35 million people have attended college but never earned a degree. Higher education may not be in the cards for everybody. But when nearly 80 million people — half the country’s adult working-age population — are prospective students, colleges would be wise to pay them more attention.” With 98 million people in the U.S. considered post-traditional adult learners, this audience represents an important area of potential growth for Messiah. Moreover, expanding our vision and mission in new ways is consonant with our highest educational ideals. An individual’s intellectual life must not be boundaried by the contours of only a four-year traditional residential college program or physical campus. I believe that now is the time for Messiah College (soon to be University) to offer the 4 | FA L L 2 0 1 9 • T H E B R I D G E • M E S S I A H C O L L E G E
opportunity for both young and older adults to engage in learning for life. The addition of post-traditional adult learning programs is one example of possible grafting for Messiah College. Adult education is in demand nationally and we possess a strong infrastructure and resource base to offer the education that adults need to further their professional careers and enhance their intellectual and spiritual growth. In August 2020, we will be launching the first Messiah cohort of online post-traditional programs.
“ An individual’s intellectual life must not be boundaried by the contours of only a four-year traditional residential college program or physical campus.” — Kim S. Phipps, President
When I was inaugurated as Messiah College’s eighth president in 2005, my friend Professor Richard Hughes offered a meaningful charge. After espousing the characteristics of Messiah College — a place where, according to Richard, conviction, conversation, principles, openness and truth all have a place — he implored me, “If you take care to nurture these roots, the tree of this college will grow tall and strong and become a force for cross-centered living and community building wherever its branches extend. If you take care to nurture those roots, Messiah College will conform itself more and more to the Messiah for whom it is named.” I am more convinced than ever that we must nurture our roots and diligently seek to conform our institution to its namesake of the Messiah. I am more convinced than ever that we are called to develop the intellect, character and faith of our students — and that calling must be broadened to include women and men across the adult life span. Our world needs Messiah graduates who will positively influence every segment of society. Thank you for your financial and prayer support which helps us fulfill that important need.
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“ The Union because there’s a little background “ On campus, the library noise but not because of the coffee. Off enough that it campus, I love Capital Joe’s.” distracts me.”
WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO STUDY ON CAMPUS AND WHY?
— Tim Diana ’22, computer and information science
“ Jordan/Kline because there are resources I can use. If I need help, I don’t have to go far to find it. I feel at home in there.” — Sadie DeJager ’22, biology
— Luke Blasick ’22, education
“ Murray Library is my favorite place to study because of its conductive environment and ability to get me ‘in the zone’ to focus on what I need to get done. It provides a quiet place with little distraction.” — Dawit Hutter ’22, accounting
“ Either Murray Library upstairs above the movies because it’s so quiet or Union in the morning when nobody is there. It’s so nice.” —Taylor Gibson ’21, nursing
“ The Union! I like the hustle and bustle. It motivates me. I put my headphones on, grab a chai tea and go to town on my writing.” — Brooke Burton ’22, public relations
“ My room because it is peaceful, quiet and there’s food in there!” — Rachel Koppe ’22, public relations
“ I like studying in the study rooms in Miller. They’re soundproof, super isolated and I don’t get distracted.” — Natalie Hoff ’22, applied health science
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Student completes internship at Philadelphia Fire Department TRUST MILYANGO ’20 SAYS COURSES IN COMMUNICATION PREPARED HER FOR ROLE
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Experiential learning is an integral component of education at Messiah. The College provides numerous opportunities for students to gain experience outside of the classroom. Trust Milyango ’20 is one of many students who have taken advantage and benefitted from these opportunities. Majoring in communication with a marketing minor, Milyango spent last summer working as a communications intern at the Philadelphia Fire Department. She learned about the internship on a visit to the mayor’s office in Philadelphia during an Into the City trip. A couple of emails and an interview later, Milyango landed the job. Her responsibilities included drafting press releases, managing social media, taking photos and editing videos. She also regularly shadowed events and projects in the fire department
and Office of Emergency Management. “With this job, something can happen anytime,” she said. “The phone is always ringing. Events are planned months in advance. There’s always something. It’s a fast-paced environment and you have to take initiative if you want to learn. I do that by asking a lot of questions.” She says her classes at Messiah helped prepare her for the internship. “I took a crisis communication class and PR writing class,” she said, “which helped me the most during this internship. I also got to learn and experience how the real world works. My networking and conversational skills have improved immensely.” As she finishes up her senior year and ponders her future, Milyango says she hopes to ultimately become a marketing communications director. — Leanne Tan ’21
“ I took a crisis communication class and PR writing class, which helped me the most during this internship. I also got to learn and experience how the real world works. My networking and conversational skills have improved immensely.” — Trust Milyango ’20
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COURTESY OF WOHLSEN CONSTRUCTION
FAC E S A N D P L AC E S
Above: “This ribbon-cutting marks the culmination of a long-held dream by Messiah College and the fruition of years of work by many to turn this land into a productive asset insuring the future economic stability of the College,” said Kelly Phipps, president and CEO of Rider Musser Development, LLC. Below: This interior shot shows one of the 137 apartments in the complex.
Oakwood Hills Apartment Complex ribbon cutting Messiah College, in partnership with Rider Musser Development, held a ribbon-cutting for the Phase One completion of the Oakwood Hills Apartments Oct. 16. The complex will eventually include additional phases of residential and commercial development to provide an ongoing stream of non-tuition revenue for the College. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT RIDER MUSSER, VISIT RIDERMUSSER.COM.
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CONSTRUCTING A VISION
From left: Attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony are David Walker, vice president for finance and planning at Messiah College; David Foster, professor of biology at Messiah College and member of Rider Musser Development board of directors; state Rep. Sheryl Delozier; Krista Greene, director of operations at Rider Musser Development; Eunice Steinbrecher, chair of Rider Musser Development board of directors; Gary Langmuir, president and CEO of Wohlsen Construction; and Duane Drozdowski, senior vice president of Property Management, Inc.
KIM S. PHIPPS ADMISSIONS AND WELCOME CENTER UPDATE As construction begins on the Kim S. Phipps Admissions and Welcome Center and campus green, here’s an update on the exciting project: Site work for storm water management and parking, along with digging the foundation, began. Then, the crew began pouring concrete for the building’s footers and foundation in October. The steel for the building was erected in November. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROJECT, VISIT MESSIAH.EDU/WELCOMECENTERPROJECT M E S S I A H C O L L E G E • T H E B R I D G E • FA L L 2 0 1 9 | 7
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“ Since our first master’s program offering in 2013, we have been providing outstanding online graduate education through a Christian worldview to prepare nurses for careers as nurse educators. More recently, the master’s in nursing administration was added. The family nurse practitioner (FNP) program, started in 2016, is the first doctoral program at Messiah College and one of the first in the region to prepare family nurse practitioners with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. We are looking forward to celebrating the first graduates from the post-BSN to DNP/FNP program in August 2020.”
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— Kim Fenstermacher, assistant dean of nursing and associate professor
“ I have had the pleasure of being part of the graduate program in conducting since its inception. The legacy of great music-making at Messiah College has continued with the growth of the graduate program in conducting. In spite of the program being primarily online, it is exciting to see the students band around one another during their time of study and maintain those relationships after graduating from Messiah.” — Rachel Cornacchio, director of the Graduate Program in Music Conducting, professor of music
MESSIAH COLLEGE GRADUATE PROGRAMS Business and leadership • Master of Business Administration (MBA) • Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership (M.A. • 4 graduate certificates Counseling • Master of Arts in Counseling (M.A.) • Certificate of advanced graduate studies Dietetic internship Education • Master of Education (M.Ed.) including 12 degree tracks • 8 graduate certificates • 5 PDE certifications Higher education • Master of Arts in Higher Education (M.A.) • Master of Arts in Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership (M.A.) Music conducting • Master of Music in Conducting (M.M.) • Certificate Nursing • Family Nurse Practioner (DNP) • Nursing Administration (MSN) • Nurse Educator (MSN) • 4 graduate certificates • 2 certificates of advanced graduate studies Occupational Therapy • Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) Physical Therapy • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
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Messiah College School of Graduate Studies
62,286
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“As our graduate program grows, I am reminded of the tremendous impact we are making sending leaders into various sectors of higher education. Our alumni are using what they learned to transform higher education contexts
“ The growth of the School of Graduate Studies has only been possible because of the commitment, sacrifice and talents of the members of the Messiah College community.”
across the nation and world.” —D ottie Weigel, director of the Graduate Program in Higher Education, assistant professor
— Rob Pepper, dean of the School of Graduate Studies and assistant provost
Graduate programs timeline: JANUARY 2009 M.A. in Counseling program launched
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grow and change over the last 10 years. We
AUGUST 2014 Dietetic Internship cohort began
have been able to grow the program and keep the same high quality of instruction
M.A. in Strategic Leadership and MBA courses launched
and personal attention for students.” — Heather Barto, director of the Graduate Program in Counseling, associate professor
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MAY 2017
1,109
awarded degrees and certificates
First stand-alone graduate school commencement ceremony
Students representing
46 15 &
states
countries
M.M. in Conducting program launched
Master in Education program launched M.A. in Higher Education launched
“It has been amazing to watch the program
JANUARY 2010
JULY 2019 M.A. in Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership launched
JULY 2013 MSN program launched
JULY 2016 Messiah creates the School of Graduate Studies and opens Winding Hill facility First DNP courses launched - Messiah’s first doctoral degree program
JULY 2017 First MOT cohort began
AUGUST 2019 First DPT cohort began BN/M.S. in Athletic Training accelerated degree launched
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After years as an elementary school teacher and stay-at-home mom, Debbie Rock, M.A. ’19 (left) says she prayed about how to serve God in the years after her children were grown. “While doing a Bible study about Gideon and reflecting on how God can use ordinary people, I began to consider the idea of pursuing a career as a marriage and family counselor,” said Rock. She says she chose Messiah College for its faith-based academics, online program and CACREP accreditation. As part of her degree, she interned on campus at the Engle Center and, during fall semester, is finishing up a second internship at Mechanicsburg Brethren in Christ Church. “I am counseling individuals, couples and
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families as well as co-leading some of the recovery program discussion groups,” said Rock. Throughout her experience, Assistant Professor of Counseling Steve Kuniak (right) has served as mentor during her time as a graduate student. “Dr. Kuniak shared a wealth of clinical knowledge about counseling clients in various situations,” said Rock. “He provided constructive feedback and moral support as both a professor and a supervisor.” A soon-to-be December grad, Rock says going back to school to pursue a second career has been a tremendous growth experience. “My advice to others who are contemplating getting an advanced degree later in life is to understand that it takes passion, self-discipline and hard work and is well worth the effort,” she said. “I believe God designed us with a sense of curiosity and desire to learn that continues throughout our lives.”
PRESIDENT’S REPORT CONTENTS
Timeline
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Revenues, Expenditures
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Net Assets
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Lifetime Societies
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New Heritage Society,
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Board of Trustees, Scholarships, Financial Aid Charitable Gift Allocation
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FINANCIALS
A PRESIDENT’S REPORT FOREWARD FROM TRUSTEE KEN MORELAND
FREDERICK SCHMITT ’88 PHOTOGRAPHY
We live in exciting, yet challenging times across our nation and the world at large. The pace of change, and the demands on people in all generations, drive the need for continuous opportunities for people to develop and enhance all forms of intellectual knowledge and professional skills. In other words, we all must keep “learning for life” in order to keep up with life’s demands. Messiah College, soon to become Messiah University, is well-positioned to provide lifelong learning opportunities to those seeking Christ-centered, ethical values-based educational programs. As a Board member and chair of the Messiah College Finance Committee, I am pleased to report that the College continues to be in a very solid financial position. Our financial results for fiscal year 2019 compare favorably to top academic institutions, both
DONOR PROFILE
Gina Gilliam ’83 After graduating from Messiah College in 1983, Gina Gilliam embarked on a remarkable career in the public parks sector, including serving as a zookeeper and public relations director within the U.S. National Park Service. She recently retired and assumed the role of chair of the Messiah College Alumni Council. “While at Messiah, I saw how students, 1 2 | FA L L 2 0 1 9 • T H E B R I D G E • M E S S I A H C O L L E G E
secular and faith-based, across the midAtlantic region and the country. Our financial statements are independently audited each year, and we get strong financial ratings from a nationally recognized rating agency. The financial soundness and stability of the College does not happen by chance; it is the result of diligent operational and financial stewardship of the leadership of the College, the faithfulness and commitment of its faculty and staff, and the generous gifts of thousands of alumni and friends each year to support student scholarships, faculty development, and campus facilities enhancements. This tri-partied coalition ensures that over 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students each year can participate in “learning for life” experiences in the context of Messiah’s mission 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. The College’s leadership is keenly aware of the pressure that cost of education has on individuals and families. We continuously seek opportunities to limit the increases in the cost
of secondary and post-secondary educational programs, while ensuring the College is providing relevant, quality learning experiences and programs to meet the needs of students of all ages; including updated facilities and technologies that enable and support those initiatives. In short, keeping quality educational “learning for life” programs affordable is a key objective of Messiah College. In order to continue the Messiah College legacy of providing current and future generations with “learning for life” opportunities in the context of Christian values, the College relies on the generous support of individuals, corporations, and foundations to keep education affordable to all who seek it. We should remember the words of the Apostle Paul, who wrote: “Whosoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whosoever sows generously will also reap generously” (2 Corinthians 9:6). I pray that as friends and supporters of Messiah College, you will be blessed exponentially as you generously sow into “learning for life” initiatives at Messiah College.
faculty and staff strived to live the college’s ‘Christ Preeminent’ motto,” she said. “It is more important than ever that we give back so that Messiah can continue to instill students with the important Christian values we so cherish. Future Christian leaders and dedicated servants of Christ are being educated at Messiah.” One area of particular interest to Gilliam is supporting the Messiah Fund, which helps students in many ways, including providing scholarship aid to 98% of students and supplementing tuition for all of Messiah’s student body. Building on God’s call to generosity as outlined in 1 Timothy 6:18, she said, “As I reflect on the many scholarships I received as a student, I can’t help but be so grateful to the many people who gave to Messiah. I want to do the same for current students.” We are so thankful to her – and all of our alumni donors – who “pay it forward” by contributing to the education of our current students as others contributed on their behalf when they were enrolled at Messiah.
“ It is more important than ever that we give back so that Messiah can continue to instill students with the important Christian values we so cherish. Future Christian leaders and dedicated servants of Christ are being educated at Messiah.” — Gina Gilliam ’83
— Ken Moreland, Trustee, Chair of Finance Committee
2018 -2019 YEAR IN REVIEW
2018-2019
YEAR IN REVIEW Take a look at what happened at Messiah the past year.
FALL SEMESTER MESSIAH SPONSORS “PROMOTING THE COMMON GOOD,” a year of programming and events celebrating its campus contributions to the community.
THE CHARTERED FINANCIAL ANALYST INSTITUTE ACCEPTS Messiah’s B.S. in finance degree as part of its University Affiliation Program.
STUDENTS FROM MESSIAH’S UNDERGRADUATE NURSING PROGRAM exceed the national average with a first-time National Council Licensure Examination pass rate of 97.4 percent.
FOR THE FIRST TIME Messiah College is named a “cool school” by the Sierra Club, a highly sought-after recognition due to its rigorous process and high standards for sustainability education and practice. HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY of the graduation of Messiah’s first African American student, the College hosts a three-day event, “Remembering, Rejoicing, Reflecting: A Centennial Celebration of Rachel Helen Flowers 1918-2018.” M E S S I A H C O L L E G E • T H E B R I D G E • FA L L 2 0 1 9 | 1 3
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REVENUES (IN 000S)
Net tuition and fees Government grants and appropriations Gifts and grants Capital gifts Endowment return designated for operations Investment Income Other sources Auxiliary enterprises Total operating revenues
59,916 967 2,209 1,346 7,365 (9) 4,563 21,477 97,834
58,231 964 2,253 8,293 7,245 1,048 4,035 21,248 103,317
56,638 981 3,253 627 7,187 1,145 4,050 20,686 94,567
39,120 9,385 21,211 2,772 16,078 14,353 102,919 (5,085)
38,907 9,388 19,874 2,496 16,198 14,838 101,701 1,616
37,585 9,204 19,028 2,330 15,440 14,127 97,714 (3,147)
EXPENSES (IN 000S)
Instructional Academic support Student services Public service Auxiliary enterprises Supporting services, institutional support Total operating expenses Net operating income
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Endowment and life income gifts 2,040 2,116 1,563 Endowment investment returns, net of amount designated for operations (1,708) 2,218 5,406 Change in value of beneficial interest in perpetual trusts (21) 53 222 Other nonoperating income/(expense) - - Investment return on trusts and gift annuities 196 348 653 Change in value of split interest agreements (Trusts and CGA’s) (198) (342) 936 Gain (Loss) on disposal of fixed assets Total nonoperating revenues, expenses, and other changes 309 4,393 8,780 Total changes in net assets (4,776) 6,009 5,633 Net assets, beginning of year 249,727 243,718 238,085 Net assets, end of year 244,951 249,727 243,718 Tuition and fees is net of financial aid of $41.9 million, $41 million and $39 million in 2019, 2018 and 2017 respectively.
REVENUES
EXPENSES
61% Net tuition and fees 22% Auxiliary expenses 8% Endowment return designated for operations 5% Other 2% Gifts and grants 1% Capital gifts 1% Government grants and appropriations
38% Instructional 20% Student services 16% Auxiliary enterprises 14% Supporting services, institutional support 9% Academic support 3% Public service
2018-2019 fiscal year
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2018 -2019 YEAR IN REVIEW
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES publicly announces its decision that Messiah College will become Messiah University on July 1, 2020.
MESSIAH’S DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT) PROGRAM is granted candidate for accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) and recruits a full inaugural cohort of 36 students who will begin their studies in August 2019.
MORE THAN 2,800 ATTEND HOMECOMING 2018, featuring soccer games, the annual White Out March, reunions and fellowship across Messiah generations.
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NET ASSETS
S U M M A R Y S TAT E M E N T O F E N D OW M E N T F U N D S ( I N 0 0 0 S )
Donor endowment Board-designated endowment Total endowed funds Endowment percent change
43,250 41,756 38,904 94,697 96,328 95,278 137,947 138,084 134,182 -0.10% 2.91% 6.45%
$ millions
250
ASSETS (IN 000S)
Cash and cash equivalents Notes and accounts receivable, net Promises to give, net Interest receivable Inventories Prepaid expenses and other assets Investments, gift annuities, and assets held in trust Loans receivable - students Deposits with trustee under debt agreements Beneficial interest in perpetual trusts Property and equipment, net Total assets
5,617 7,286 12,661 3,037 2,235 1,794 6,885 7,389 2,362 164 194 194 579 574 573 1,503 1,282 1,245 155,073 152,413 146,682 2,449 2,910 2,855 232 5,320 3,957 3,978 3,925 151,264 156,356 157,577 330,760 339,937 329,868
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LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS (IN 000S)
Liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued expenses Student deposits Funds held in custody for others Deferred revenue Annuities payable Funds held in trust for others Long-term debt U.S. Government grants refundable Other liabilities Total liabilities
6,360 1,345 76 1,655 3,861 304 66,577 2,535 3,096 85,809
8,742 1,482 67 1,480 3,892 304 68,744 2,504 2,995 90,210
Net assets: Without donor restrictions 185,544 192,313 With donor restrictions Restricted, time and purpose 18,766 18,753 Restricted, in perpetuity 40,641 38,661 Total net assets with donor restrictions 59,407 57,414 Total net assets 244,951 249,727 Total liabilities and net assets 330,760 339,937 Total change in net assets (4,776) 6,009
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LED BY THE AGAPE CENTER, Messiah employees give generously to the United Way Employee Giving campaign, raising $50,538, exceeding the goal by more than $16,000—to invest in local organizations that meet significant needs in the capital region.
THE DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND DANCE presents Shakespeare’s “The Tempest,” directed by Daniel Inouye, associate professor of theatre.
FIELD HOCKEY GOES 20-1 during the 2018 season and advances to the Elite Eight.
AS PART OF THE HIGH CENTER’S CULTURAL SEASON, three-time Pulitzer Prize winner Tom Friedman delivers the keynote lecture, “The Big Trends Shaping the World Today: Economics, Technology and Geopolitics” in Parmer Hall.
TO HONOR THE LIFE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR., Messiah invites Freedom Singer Rutha Harris to campus. During her visit, Harris serves as chapel speaker and then performs with the Jazz Orchestra of Philadelphia and the United Voices of Praise. FOR THE FOURTH TIME IN THE LAST 11 YEARS, Messiah men’s and women’s soccer program sweep the highest individual honors in NCAA Division III soccer. Forward Nick West ’19 and defender DJ Cole ’19 are named the U.S. Soccer Coaches men’s and women’s National Player of the Year.
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DONOR PROFILE
Carole A. DeSoto In addition to support from our alumni and others directly connected to Messiah College, we are also grateful for a legacy of
LIFETIME SOCIETIES M E S S I A H L E G AC Y
Lifetime cumulative giving totaling $10,000,000 or more Leonard† Fry Calvin G. & Janet C. High* Abe† & Gladys† Mellinger The Parmer Family Foundation George A. & Barbara Parmer* MESSIAH TRUST
Lifetime cumulative giving of $1,000,000 to $9,999,999 Vernon E. & Faye R. Anderson Ernest L.† ’48 & Kathryn G. (Tyson) Boyer ’46 Brethren in Christ - Cooperative Ministries Covenant Fund Conestoga Wood Specialties Norman† & Elizabeth M. Hahn* Harold H.† ’37 & Mary Elizabeth† (Hoover) Engle ’40 Charles F.† & Ann E.† Frey* Emerson C. † ’57 & May† Frey* Larry E. & Lois A. Gladfelter* Harry R.† Hitchcock William M.† & Lucille M.† Hollinger Lawrence L. & Julia Z. Hoverter Charitable Foundation David G.† & Beatriz A.† Howe 1 8 | FA L L 2 0 1 9 • T H E B R I D G E • M E S S I A H C O L L E G E
support from friends and neighbors in the greater Capital Region of South Central Pennsylvania. One such generous benefactor is Carole A. DeSoto. She was born in New Orleans and spent her childhood in the panhandle of Florida. She moved to Elizabethville, Pennsylvania, in 1967 and raised her family there. In 1976, DeSoto opened the Sunshine Factory Early Learning Centers in Elizabethville and Halifax. She also was active in starting the Elizabethville Area Library, a branch of Dauphin County Library System, and the Northern Dauphin County YMCA, a branch of the Harrisburg Area YMCA. She served on the local and area boards of both organizations for many years. She also chaired the arts and entertainment committee of the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art and funded the DeSoto Amphitheater for the
Performing Arts, which has presented summer music programming since 2014. In 2011, she moved to Lemoyne and serves on the boards of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, Harrisburg Symphony Society and the Susquehanna Art Museum. After attending several theater and music performances at Messiah College, she expressed an interest to President Kim Phipps to establish a scholarship endowment to help further the educational pursuits of students majoring in the arts. DeSoto says she has been so impressed by the caliber of our arts students, and we are deeply grateful for her support. She joins a long legacy of local partners who have provided financial support to Messiah. We are thankful for community leaders such as DeSoto, who clearly demonstrate the importance of service and generosity toward others.
Richard E.† & Louise K.† Jordan* Richard E. ’70 & Sharon N. Jordan Josiah W. & Bessie H. Kline Foundation The Kresge Foundation Ralph S.† & Dorothy Larsen* Lilly Endowment Inc. Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe James A. & Donna F. Martin * McCormick Family Foundation W. Edwin† & Miriam† Naugle Galen M. ’48 & Boots L.† (Buckwalter) Oakes ’49 D.S.† & Helen† Poorman Sawyer Products Maurice† & Dorothea I.† Shaffer John E. † & Ida† Sollenberger The Stabler Foundation Donald B. † & Dorothy L.† Stabler LeRoy M.† ’55 & Eunice (Frey) Steinbrecher ’58* The Whitaker Foundation John L.† & C. Jeanette† Witmer World Vision Inc. Anonymous donors (5)
Quentin† & Frances H.† Berg Bingaman & Son Lumber John A. Blessing Foundation Ernest S.† & Elsie L.† Burch Marion† Barker Burr David E.† ’61 & Jean Byer Charlie B. ’56 & Miriam N. (Nissly) Byers ’56 Clemens Family Corporation Asa W.† ’16 & Anna E.† (Kipe) Climenhaga ’16 Cumberland County Industrial Development Authority J. Harold† ’58 & Ruth† (Eckert) Engle ’58* Melvin E.† ’48 & Vivian Eyster* Richard F.† Fake ’37 C.J.† & Harriet† Fredricksen S. Johannah† Gearhart General Electric Foundation HARSCO Corporation Scott A. ’89 & Gaye Y. Heintzelman* The High Foundation Evert C.† & Mildred S.† Hokanson Charles B. & Sally Hoober George C.† & Patricia† Hoopy Clyde W. & Barbara A. Horst D. Ray† ’48 & Audrey (Fisher) Hostetter ’50* Clarence W. † Hottel Sr. Randall B. ’66 & Judy G. Inskip Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies W.M. Keck Foundation W. Wayde† & Glenda Kelly Allen F. Knouse ’68 Leon E.† & Margaret M.† Kocher Jeffrey F. ’74 & Leslie (Lustig) Lehman ’75
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Lifetime cumulative giving of $250,000 to $999,999 Association of Independent Colleges & Universities of Pennsylvania M. Louise† Aughinbaugh Richard S. & Ann B. Barshinger Family Foundation Quentin Berg Trust
2018 -2019 YEAR IN REVIEW
SPRING SEMESTER MESSIAH COLLEGE’S THIRD ANNUAL GIVING DAY is a success, raising a total of $125,183 for scholarships, campus programs and activities.
MARIAN WRIGHT EDELMAN, founder and president of the Children’s Defense Fund, delivers the keynote lecture for the 2019 Humanities Symposium.
JOY MEADE makes her debut as Messiah’s new director of choral activities to conduct the Concert Choir’s program “So Loved” at Parmer Hall. JODI NOBLE is named the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association’s Assistant Coach of the Year for NCAA Division III.
MESSIAH IS SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE in the new Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) initiative on Humanities Research for the Public Good. The initiative fosters projects such as the Commonwealth Monument Project, led by David Pettegrew, to recognize the history of African Americans in Harrisburg.
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Wayne A. & Martha G. Marcho * Aaron J. ’48 & Jean† Martin Stephen W. ’78 & Jana M. (Shultz) McBeth ’77 Jacob & Ada Miller Trust Kenneth V. & Renee A. Moreland William L.† & Geraldine† Murray Paul W. & Laura† Nisly PBS Coal Inc. Jeannie Pascale Pew Memorial Charitable Trusts Preis Investment Company Harry W.† & Nancy R. Preis Marlin & Nancy† Riegsecker Andrew S. ’84 & Jane D. (Davis) Samuel ’83 Maynard & Carolyn Sauder
SUPPORTERS OF MESSIAH COLLEGE
Oscar F.† & Pauline M.† Shafer The Joseph T. and Helen M. Simpson Foundation Jerry T.† & Hilary M. Simpson L.B. Smith Educational Foundation Inc. Robert H.† ’42 & Marilyn L. (Byer) Smith ’51 John B.† & Mary V.† Sollenberger Ellis R.† & Louise P.† Speakman The John Frederick Steinman Foundation Stover Family Foundation Matthew E. & Debra Stover John Templeton Foundation Kermit† Thomas Turkey Hill Dairy Daniel† Vollmer The Franklin H. & Ruth L. Wells Foundation
Paul A. ’63 & Elaine K. (Crider) Wengert ’57 Willow Valley Associates Marlin H. & Doris Ann Thomas Amelia C.† Winter Leslie K. & Marion H. Witmer Kenneth E.† & Minta Wolfe Anonymous donors (10) *M essiah College thanks the parents of our current and former students who continue to generously support the College’s ongoing education mission. † Messiah College gratefully acknowledges the generosity of donors who are deceased.
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AFTER AN ONSITE REVIEW of the Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program, the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) grants Messiah a status of accreditation for seven years – the longest period possible!
SGA PRESIDENT TODD ABBOTT ’19 is awarded a Fulbright Grant to Malaysia by the U.S. Department of State to research, teach English and integrate with the local communities in that region.
FOR SERVICE DAY,
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Messiah volunteers participate in more than 34 projects on campus and throughout the region.
THE OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY SECURES A GRANT from the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay to plant more than 100 native tree saplings on campus.
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N E W H E R I TAG E S O C I E T Y M E M B E R S
Thomas & Linda Adomat John M. & Linda H. Bomberger Jonathan C. & Melinda S. Burchard Daniel W. ’81 & Karen Cook Masako Farrell Glenn A. ’58 & Joyce L. (Decker) ’56 Ginder Phillip A. & Catherine A. Headland Catherine Poiesz ’14 Yasmin L. Rojas-Rivera A LU M N I C O U N C I L | 2 0 1 8 -2 0 1 9
Barbara Bingham ’03 Charles Blachford ’06 George Book ’97 Paul Broomell ’14 Ray Chung ’04 Doris Crider ’60 Rudy Crider ’71 Craig Flemmens ’93 John Frey ’83 Elizabeth Gallo ’16 Gina Gilliam ’83 Judith Hamilton ’63
Robert Hamilton ’62 Moses Kavishe ’16 Jenna McClain ’17 Derek Mosley ’13 Jean Mosley ’13 Kurt Shook ’92 Jacob Specht ’11 Kathleen Stuebing ’63 Ulysse Toussaint ’08 Nashon Walker ’05 Gerald Wolgemuth ’58 Ruth Wolgemuth ’60
ISAIAH SNYDER ’20
Thank you to those who became members of the Heritage Society during the 20182019 fiscal year. The Heritage Society was established to appropriately thank those who have included Messiah College in their wills, created a deferred gift arrangement, or established an endowed fund. Their dedication is greatly appreciated.
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Mr. George A. Parmer, chair Harrisburg, Pa. Dr. Craig E. Sider, vice chair Philadelphia, Pa. Mrs. Heidi G. Bingaman, secretary Kreamer, Pa. Mrs. Rim A. Hinckley, treasurer New York, N.Y. Mrs. Barbara Avery Safety Harbor, Fla. Hon. Sherrie Bailey Towson, Md.
Mrs. Wendy L. Cole Winfield, Pa. Ms. Linda D. Eremita Pittsburgh, Pa. Mr. Richard L. Godshall Souderton, Pa. Mr. Anthony H. Hahn East Earl, Pa. Mr. Scott Heintzelman Mechanicsburg, Pa. Dr. Joachim J. Huerter Annville, Pa. Mr. Richard E. Jordan II Mechanicsburg, Pa. Mr. J. Gary Langmuir Manheim, Pa.
Mr. Garret W. Larsen Livingston, Texas. Dr. Emerson L. Lesher Mechanicsburg, Pa. Mr. James A. Martin Chambersburg, Pa. Mr. David Millary Dillsburg, Pa. Mr. Kenneth V. Moreland West Friendship, Md. Dr. Barbara G. Moses Charlotte, N.C. Mr. Rodney L. Musser Pomona, Calif. Mr. Edward Nevin Finksburg, Md.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• Lindsey M. Adomat ’14 Scholarship Endowment • George & Lois Beck Scholarship Endowment • Jansen W. Hein Endowed Accounting Awards • P. Galen Lenhert Memorial Scholarship Fund • Logos Academy Scholarship • Henry & Lois Miller Memorial Scholarship • Rocco and Nancy Ortenzio Endowed Research Fund
• Rocco and Nancy Ortenzio Endowed Scholarship Fund • Bob Poiesz Endowment • The Potter's Hands Scholarship • Kristen Bomberger Richards ’10 Scholarship Endowment • Ariel Rivera Heart of Ministry Scholarship • Gerhard ’51 & Hannelore Schmutz Scholarship Endowment • Trussell Family Scholarship Endowment • Underkoffler Family Memorial Scholarship • Ethan Van Bochoven Memorial Scholarship Endowment • Howard M. & Pearl B. Wolgemuth Endowed Memorial Scholarship
GROWTH OF FINANCIAL AID GRANTS AT MESSIAH 45 40 35 in thousands
THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIPS, ESTABLISHED DURING THE 2018-19 ACADEMIC YEAR, ARE AN INVESTMENT IN THE LIVES OF STUDENTS THAT WILL YIELD FRUITFUL AND LASTING RETURNS.
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Mrs. Linda R. Pheasant Wormleysburg, Pa. Dr. Alan Robinson Dillsburg, Pa. Mr. Andrew Samuel Lititz, Pa. Mrs. Eunice F. Steinbrecher Lancaster, Pa. Dr. Kimberly C. Thornbury New York, N.Y. Mr. John C. Wagner Jr. Phoenix, Md. Dr. Jerry L. Wenger Bird In Hand, Pa.
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PRESIDENT KIM PHIPPS IS HONORED by Central Penn Business Journal with the inaugural “Circle of Excellence Award,” recognizing women who lead their organizations with distinction while serving their communities.
DOUG MILLER, professor of health and exercise science, is inducted into the MAC Hall of Fame for his outstanding efforts as the men’s and women’s track and field coach.
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ANNOUNCES the College’s Development Office has raised the necessary $10 million to fund the full construction costs of the Kim S. Phipps Admissions and Welcome Center.
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Budgeted restricted 0.2% Unrestricted bequests 1.8%
Building projects 35.8%
Endowments 24%
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Government Designated grants budget Deferred Messiah 3.2% 7.2% gifts fund 4.6% 7.2%
DONOR PROFILE
David P. McBeth, D.Min., ’48, ’52
COURTESY OF DAVID P. MCBETH, D.MIN. ’48, ’52
David McBeth ’48, ’52 and his late wife, Lois Hostetler McBeth ’51, have a long history with Messiah College. Four generations of their family have attended here, including David’s father and mother, the Rev. Paul and Esther McBeth ’29; their four children, Carol ’75, Dora ’83, Tim ’85 and former trustee Steve ’78; and their grandson, Justin Witter ’19. McBeth also has a long history in development and advancement work. After graduating from Messiah and attending Asbury Theological seminary, he and a fellow student were invited to become co-managers of the Asbury Seminary Press to design and print various publications. Later, after three years as a pastor of the Brethren in Christ Church 2 4 | FA L L 2 0 1 9 • T H E B R I D G E • M E S S I A H C O L L E G E
in Palmyra, Pennsylvania, he was invited to help then-President D. Ray Hostetter in fundraising and advancement activities. McBeth remained in that role for nearly 20 years. “Alumni giving is one way to show appreciation for education received,” said McBeth. “While working at Messiah College, I soon discovered that regular alumni giving provides a key foundation for ongoing support and influences generous responses from other friends of the College. This fact confirms a decision my late wife, Lois, and I made nearly 60 years ago when we decided to donate annually to Messiah College, our alma mater.” We are deeply grateful for the enduring positive impact of multiple generations of the McBeth family – and other legacy families – on the financial future of Messiah College. Their generous financial investments ensure that Messiah can continue to flourish and provide an excellent Christ-centered education for current and future cohorts of students.
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MESSIAH LAUNCHES NEW EARLY ASSURANCE PROGRAMS for its occupational therapy and physical therapy programs—and a new accelerated athletic training program, which allows students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just five years.
BENJAMIN SCHOTT ’19 AND ESTHER SEELAND ’22 claim national titles at the NCAA DIII track and field championships in the 3,000-meter steeplechase and 800-meter events, respectively.
AT THE GRADUATE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY, 120 graduate students—including the first cohort of MOT students—receive degrees from the Messiah College School of Graduate Studies May 11. Alexander Jun, executive director and senior research scholar with Race and Justice in Higher Education, delivers the Commencement address.
MESSIAH COLLEGE CELEBRATES ITS 110TH COMMENCEMENT May 18, conferring degrees on 609 graduating seniors. Commencement speaker Nicole Fulgham urges, “Walk with courage every day. Walk with courage everywhere you go. We are counting on you. And we are so incredibly proud of you.” TO VIEW THE COMMUNITY DAY VIDEO, VISIT MESSIAH.EDU/THE_BRIDGE M E S S I A H C O L L E G E • T H E B R I D G E • FA L L 2 0 1 9 | 2 5
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Good vibrations: engineer alum at Volvo patents great idea CHRIS GROVE ’05 CREDITS ALMA MATER WITH SOLID FOUNDATION FOR HIS CAREER PATH As a design engineer on the large soil compaction design team, Grove’s responsibilities include generating CAD models and drawings for new designs, offering design input for coworkers, running tests on prototype machines and troubleshooting. “Our computer systems sometimes give us errors, and it can become a challenge to maintain motivation in the face of this,” he said. “Oftentimes, all of the tests, checks and discussions slow even the simplest of changes down and so I really cherish the times when I get to see one of my designs make it into production.” Grove credits the engineering
“I FIND THAT MOST ENGINEERS THAT I KNOW HAVE THE STRONG URGE TO TAKE EVERYTHING APART JUST TO SEE HOW IT WORKS.” — Chris Grove ’05
— Leanne Tan ’21
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Coming up with a great idea is one thing, but patenting it is another. In 2018, Chris Grove ’05 and a coworker, Mike McDonald, patented an idea they developed at Volvo Construction Equipment in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. The vibration isolation idea is designed for use with Volvo’s vibratory soil and asphalt compactors. It reduces vibration that travels from the drum to the rest of the machine. “I’m excited about the patent because it’s a long process. Volvo has to figure out if it’s worth pursuing a patent, and then there’s another long process to actually get the patent,” Grove said.
program at Messiah for providing him with a solid foundation for his career. One person who was instrumental in his academic pursuit is Associate Professor of Engineering Timothy Van Dyke. “His classes were quite challenging, but he was able to present difficult material in a way that made sense,” Grove said. “I was always amazed how he was able to quickly clarify someone’s confusion in a way that made sense to them based on how they asked a question.” His advice for future engineering students? Get as much handson experience as possible. “If you have the tools and facilities, doing your own work on your car or any other piece of equipment gives invaluable knowledge,” Grove said. “I find that most engineers that I know have the strong urge to take everything apart just to see how it works.”
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FORMER ATHLETE MAINTAINS PASSION FOR SPORTS AS ANCHOR ALUM WORKS TO BUILD CONNECTIONS OFF FIELD Willie Hope III ’18 spends a lot of time driving across Eastern Kentucky for his job. No, he’s not a trucker or delivery man. He’s a sports anchor. “I always loved being around sports and played sports all my life,” Hope said. “Being a major in broadcasting obviously afforded me that opportunity to do what I loved growing up.” The Maryland native works at WYMT in Hazard, Kentucky, reporting on high school and college sports. In his role, he has covered the SEC Tournament, NFL Draft, bowl games and the
commentated for NCAA tournament games and worked at MC77, the student-run television station. He also interned at WHTM in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where he covered NASCAR races, the Harrisburg Senators and high school baseball games. He played on the basketball team all four years at Messiah. In addition to growing his faith and character, he says sports taught him many values, such as commitment and hard work, that he has carried into his career. “The television business is very deadline- and task-oriented. The
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“ Whether it’s on campus or at an internship, ask as many questions as possible and take advantage of any opportunity you get.” — Willie Hope III ’18
Willie Hope III ’18 works as a sports anchor for WYMT in Kentucky, reporting on high school and college sports.
University of Kentucky basketball games, one of the most successful programs in college basketball history. “To see future NBA players and cover games in Rupp Arena is an amazing feeling,” he said. What’s his favorite part of the job? Through sports, he is able to connect with the community on a deeper level by building relationships with players and coaches off the field. “I did a story on an umpire who lost his arm,” said Hope. “I also did a story on two best friends who played at Kentucky together whose mothers competed together when they were in high school.” At Messiah, Hope honed his reporting skills. He filmed and
biggest challenges that I face come from trying to find enough time to do everything,” he said. “The best thing one can do is be willing to learn and work hard. It sounds cheesy, but you can overcome a lot of obstacles by being teachable and working hard.” Hope advises students to gain as much experience as they can. “Whether it’s on campus or at an internship, ask as many questions as possible and take advantage of any opportunity you get,” he said. “Also, make sure this is really what you want to do. A lot of people don’t make it in this business. It sends you all across the country, and it’s easy to get homesick, so make sure you love what you’re doing.” — Leanne Tan ’21
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CENTRAL PA FOOD BANK PROVES PERFECT FIT FOR HISTORY ALUM ALUM WORKS AS GRANT WRITER TO FURTHER MISSION OF COMBATING HUNGER, POVERTY What started out as a part-time gig evolved into a fulfilling career for history graduate Katie Garland Zimmerman ’12. A grant writer at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, she says she never planned on a career in fundraising. So how did she get here? After completing her master’s degree in public history at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2015, she took on a part-time fundraising job at
to enough nutritious food for everyone struggling with hunger in the region. “I’m proud to be part of the team working to make that goal a reality,” she said. Working there has provided Zimmerman a way to make tangible progress on challenges facing her region. “So many issues related to poverty come back to access to food. Imagine trying to focus on school or work with an empty stomach. Imagine trying to
Paxton Ministries while looking for a job in the field of public history. While there, she says she fell in love with fundraising, succeeding “because of, not in spite of, [her] background in public history.” In her current role at the food bank, Zimmerman researches statistics about hunger and poverty across Pennsylvania, writes grants, coordinates with different departments and reports to donors about the bank’s accomplishments. “I want to connect our funders to our mission, showing them that by investing in the food bank, they are investing in Pennsylvania’s future,” she said. In 2015, the food bank announced its Bold Goal to End Hunger, which states that by 2025 its network will provide access
decide between paying for food or rent. Imagine trying to be healthy when you cannot afford fresh produce or milk,” she said. “These are real scenarios that our neighbors face every day.” Through fundraising, Zimmerman has met many community-minded people who want to help their neighbors live better lives. “They are both strategic on a big picture level and empathetic on a person-to-person level,” she said. “I can’t single-handedly solve gender inequality or hunger, but I can do the best I can to move the needle on these issues in partnership with others.” Zimmerman says majoring in history has equipped her with many transferable skills she uses on the job. “I learned to research
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“ I cannot imagine a better training for fundraising and nonprofit leadership than history. — Katie Garland Zimmerman ’12
History alum Katie Garland Zimmerman ’12 works as a grant writer at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. thoroughly and argue well. I learned to put myself in the mindset of someone else and understand their world view. I learned to think critically. I learned to see how little details fit into the big picture and how large structures shape small decisions,” she said. “I cannot imagine a better training for fundraising and nonprofit leadership than history.” — Leanne Tan ’21
Chem alum gets published WITH FELLOW RESEARCHERS, HE RECEIVES NOD IN ACADEMIC JOURNAL Chemistry grad Nicholas Tay ’14 recently made his mark in Science magazine, one of the world’s leading academic journals. In June, he and other researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill published an article titled “Direct arene C – H fluorination with 18F- via organic photoredox catalysis” in the journal. The article highlights a new method developed by the researchers for creating radioactive tracers used with positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging. This new chemistry allows scientists to radioactively tag compounds that previously have been difficult or impossible to label. “The radioactive tag used in this study is the fluorine-18 atom, which is widely used in PET imaging,” Tay said. “However, current methods for making
fluorine-18-tagged tracers are limited, a problem that we hoped our research would address. In doing so, we would enable the development of new radiotracers that would improve our ability to detect cancer and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.” The research is still in the exploratory phase. Next steps include applying the method to specific pharmaceuticals to examine their efficacy as radiotracers. The hope is that this technology eventually will be used throughout hospitals. “I think our method is only part of a wide range of biomedical research tackling the difficulties of cancer and Alzheimer’s,” Tay said. “That said, I do feel happy that our research has started a conversation on different ways we can detect these diseases.” When Tay was a student at Messiah, he majored in chemistry because he says he loves how it allows people to translate lab discoveries into solutions for solving pressing problems in society. “[Assistant Provost and Associate Professor of Chemistry] Alison Noble was my advisor at Messiah, and she was an exceptional mentor,” said
Tay. “Her support all throughout my time in college definitely helped me to realize that a career in chemistry was the right choice.” Noble says Tay’s research is in keeping with his character, work ethic and giftedness. “As a student in my research lab and as my academic advisee, Nick embraced challenges and demonstrated Science magazine, a leading academic journal, published exceptional intelan article by chemistry graduate Nicholas Tay ’14. lectual curiosity and energy toward learning and with spatial precision,” said Tay. discovery, while also being acWhat does all that mean? More tively engaged in serving others,” effective medicine with fewer she said. side effects. Since completing a Ph.D. in Tay’s career is just getting synthetic organic chemistry at started, but he’s already well on UNC, Tay began a postdoctoral his way to making the world a research position at Columbia better place. University this fall. At Columbia, —Leanne Tan ’21 and Anna Seip he’s developing new light-controlled chemical tools to activate therapeutics and biologically-active molecules in living systems with red and infrared light. “This would enable researchREAD THE FULL ARTICLE AT MESSIAH.EDU/NICHOLASTAYMAG. ers to activate drug molecules M E S S I A H C O L L E G E • T H E B R I D G E • FA L L 2 0 1 9 | 2 9
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Trustee pens new book ALUM DISCUSSES AMERICAN DREAM, OPENS NEW BANK Financier and Messiah Trustee Andrew Samuel ’84 says God recently told him two things: 1) start a new bank and 2) write a book. He accomplished both goals simultaneously.
Trustee and alumnus Andrew Samuel ’84 wrote a book about the American Dream and how to live out one’s Godgiven purpose.
THE BOOK
Published by Lioncrest Publishing, “Our American Dream” explores Samuel’s particular version of what the American Dream means. “The American Dream is about applying your God-given talents in any field, about fulfillment, [about] success, about giving back [and] about impacting,” he explained. The book describes living a fulfilling life—regardless of surname, pedigree or lineage— with a God-given purpose. Samuel describes his purpose as entrepreneurship. He says his experience as a poor child living in a small room
1970s Andrew Davidson ’75 recently published his book, “When Sunday Smiled.”
1980s Kathleen (Kennedy) Blouch ’83 was promoted to the CDC science ambassador at the Centers for Disease Control. She also received the Science Ambassador
an accountant, I want to be a banker.’ I just wanted to impact people … and that purpose then translated to every opportunity in banking I had,” said Samuel. THE NEW BANK
with no electricity or running water in India guided him to God’s intention and influenced the entrepreneurial spirit he now uses in developing banks and companies. “I never said ‘I [want] to be
Fellowship Award. Deborah Mullin ’85 works as a public health educator and WIC nutrition counselor at the Livingston County Department of Health in Mount Morris, N.Y.
1990s Norm Cole Jr. ’92 works as the assistant director of development at Beacon College in Leesburg, Va. He
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In 2018, he accomplished goal #2: creating LINKBANK in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Samuel says he wants to strive to develop the next generation of leaders. “It’s intentional we wanted young people and want to give them an opportunity to succeed,” he said. With additional LINKBANK branches in Lancaster and West Chester, he has been involved
and Deena Cole married on Jan. 1, 2016 in Milledgeville, Ga. Ashley Moyse ’99 works as a McDonald postdoctoral fellow of Christian ethics and public life at University of Oxford in Oxford, U.K.
2000s Abigail (McMillan) ’01 and Joshua Rattin ’00 announce the birth of Josiah
with more than a dozen banks as a founder and executive during his career. Samuel says his success in the past is due to Messiah. “I would not have gotten an education if it was not for Messiah stepping out and saying, ‘Look, we’ll help you, [and] we’ll educate you,” he said. After serving on the Board of Trustees for 12 years, he says most of his friends are Messiah alumni. “If you just stop and ask yourself, ‘Where is God leading you?’ it’s amazing how He gives you those puzzle pieces and you [can] just follow His lead.” — Molly McKim ’23
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Mwesigwa Michael. She serves as a missionary doctor at New Hope Uganda Ministries in Luweero, Uganda.
Danielle (Warden) Sauve ’02 works as the vice president of marketing at Esko in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, Belgium.
Patrick McCullough ’02 received his Ph.D. in the history of religion, early Christianity from the University of California, Los Angeles. He works as a history teacher at HarvardWestlake School in Los Angeles, Calif.
Heather (King) Spaan ’03 works as a therapist at All Things New Therapy Services Inc. in Orange City, Iowa.
2010s
Kaitlyn Gehris ’16 and Matthew Unger ’16 married Sept. 29, 2018, in Dillsburg, Pa.
Elise Manning ’10 and Adam Nobile ’12 married June 22, 2019, in Mechanicsburg, Pa. Angela (Klaczak) Horst ’13 and her husband, Logan, announce the birth of Isaac Thomas, June 15, 2019. Wendy Sweigart ’15 works as a visual art teacher at Susquehanna Township High School in Harrisburg, Pa. Chris Beardsley ’16 was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship to teach English as a second language in South Africa. He has spent the past two years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Rwanda.
Jonathan Wolf ’16 received a master’s in public humanities from New York University. Katie Wingert ’18 graduated from the Harvard Graduate School of Education program in language and literacy. She also received the HGSE Intellectual Engagement Award.
Service Kara Jackson ’16 is volunteering with the Peace Corps in Costa Rica.
IN MEMORIAM
EMILY RANSIL Nursing major Emily Ransil died Sept. 3 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was on medical leave for the past academic year to focus on her treatment. Ransil has two brothers currently enrolled at Messiah and mother, Jennifer, is an adjunct professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Science. Her sister was a recent graduate of Messiah, as well. She was a vibrant member of the Messiah Department of Nursing and was actively involved within the department and around campus. In addition to her studies in the nursing major, she was a biology minor and heavily involved in music, including participation in Women’s Ensemble and United Voices of Praise. Within the department, she served as a nursing department
ambassador and was always willing to help however possible. Her academic advisor, Associate Professor of Nursing Kristen Slabaugh, said faculty described her as gracious, courageous and highly intelligent. Ransil had a passion for research and was interested in pursuing certification as a sexual assault nurse examiner and working in a trauma/emergency department. Her faith, courage and strength were displayed as she battled the diagnosis, earning her the 2019 Joshua Award for Courage and Strength. She was also a gifted writer, using Emily’s Community to keep family and friends updated throughout her illness. May her own words bring us comfort: “I have assurance in where I am going, so I know I have nothing to fear. God is good and has granted me enormous peace as I am standing at the precipice of the unknown. I am determined not to let the fact that I have cancer define who I am. Instead, I want to surrender the fact that I have cancer to God and let Him use it as He sees fit.”
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Breakfast tradition continues with pancakes
Mark Wirtz, director of dining services, created the tradition in 2007. From 10 p.m. to midnight, an average of 1,000 students show up for a meal of pancakes, sausage, tater tots, desserts and drinks at no charge. Campus volunteers serve up the food. “The staff volunteers truly enjoy connecting with the students during this time, and the students have always expressed their appreciation for this late-night study break,” said Wirtz.
In this 1969 photo, students participated in a pancake-eating contest in the Alumni Auditorium. Recognize anyone?
Kathie Shafer ’85, vice president for operations, and several senior staff members serve at the event each year. “I think it’s important, because it provides a fun activity for students to see we care about them at a stressful time of the year,” she said.
Pancakes are nothing new to the Messiah campus. In 1969, students gathered in the basement of the Alumni Auditorium— which housed the college’s cafeteria before Eisenhower Campus Center was built—for a pancake-eating contest.
What a difference 50 years can make. Although current students aren’t competing to see who can eat the most pancakes, they can still enjoy some comfort food as a welcome study break during finals. — Molly McKim ’23
PHOTO COURTESY OF KATHIE SHAFER ’85
What’s better than hot, fluffy pancakes covered in butter and syrup to help relieve the stress of finals week? Serving that breakfast at midnight.
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STUDENTS STOP FOR LATE-NIGHT SNACK DURING FINALS WEEK
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS DECEMBER 2019–MARCH 2020
Theatre and Dance 3 p.m., Dec. 7 8 p.m., Dec. 6-8, 13-14 Poorman Black Box Theater Climenhaga Building
DECEMBER 6–JANUARY 29 Nora Sturges’ “Postcards from the Unknown” exhibit Artist’s talk and reception 4:15 p.m., Dec. 6 Aughinbaugh Art Gallery Climenhaga Building
DECEMBER 8 Messiah College Christmas Concert
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7:30 p.m. Parmer Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
DECEMBER 13 Susquehanna Chorale Concert, “A Candlelight Christmas”
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8 p.m. Parmer Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
DECEMBER 14 Messiah College Guitar Ensemble
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1:30 p.m. High Foundation Recital Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
DECEMBER 14 Messiah College Musica Nova: Student Compositions
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7:30 p.m. High Foundation Recital Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
SUN. DECEMBER
15 One College Ave Concert 4 p.m. High Foundation Recital Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
DECEMBER 15 United Voices of Praise Concert
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7:30 p.m. Parmer Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
FEBRUARY 7 Yoonah Kim Clarinet Masterclass
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ELENA CASTILLO ’22
DECEMBER 6–8, 13–14 Fall Senior Series
6 p.m. High Foundation Recital Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
FEBRUARY 16 Mendelssohn Piano Trio and Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet
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4 p.m. Parmer Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
FEBRUARY 6–9, 14–16 “Anne of Green Gables” 3 p.m., Feb. 9, 16 7 p.m., Feb. 6-8, 14-15 Miller Theater Climenhaga Building Directed by Ed Cohn
FEBRUARY 7–MARCH 13 Matthew Doll, “Night, Desert, Garden” Climenhaga Building Aughinbaugh Art Gallery Artist’s talk and reception High Center, High Foundation Recital Hall 4:15 p.m., Feb. 7
The United Voices of Praise with Eric Byrd will perform Sunday, Dec. 15 in Parmer Hall.
FEBRUARY 20 Anthony Ray Hinton, “Surviving Criminal Justice In America”
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7:30 p.m. Parmer Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
FEBRUARY 21 Ann Schein’s Piano Masterclass
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4 p.m. High Foundation Recital Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
FEBRUARY 28–29 “ Daring to Move: Dance Explorations of Uncertainty, Risk, and Emotional Exposure” Humanities Symposium Dance Concert 7 p.m. Poorman Black Box Theater Climenhaga Building
FEBRUARY 29 Jazz Vespers
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7:30 p.m. Parmer Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts FRI. MARCH
6 Messiah College Orchestra Concert 7:30 p.m. Parmer Hall Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts
MARCH 6–8 Spring Senior Series Theatre and Dance 8 p.m., March 6-7 2 p.m., March 7-8 Poorman Black Box Theatre Climenhaga Building
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The Office of Sustainability in partnership with Earthkeepers and the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay planted 180 trees and shrubs along campus streams in October. Trees planted along streams help prevent erosion, filter excess nutrients in runoff and provide food for organisms, among many other benefits.
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