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Happy 20th anniversary, Simpson University!Where would we be without birthday and anniversary celebrations, reminders of key events and relationships in our lives? With birthdays, we are often lovingly coerced into celebrating them whether we like it or not. After all, we are not getting older, we are getting better! Wedding anniversaries are a very different story — we’d better not forget! The same may be true for many other key events in our lives that should be remembered. These celebrations surrounding milestones in our lives also put us in touch with reality. They remind us of the past. After all, it is good to reflect on the activities and the relationships that we have been allowed to enjoy. Such celebrations also remind us that life is a gift from God and should be enjoyed. They bring together the past, the present, and the future. Many of these same qualities apply to Simpson University as we celebrate our 20th anniversary in Redding, California. In 1989 Simpson College made the move from San Francisco to our current campus in beautiful Northern California. What a difference 20 years makes: a significantly larger student body, an expanded curriculum, a beautiful campus, and a strong relationship with churches and local communities. The move to Redding has served as a defining moment in the history of the university. Our 20th anniversary has given us a respect for the past, a regard for the present, and a readiness for the future. With respect to the past, this particular issue of the Gateway features a write-up and photos from the San Francisco Reunion that was held on the old Silver Avenue campus on Aug. 8, as well as photos and memories of our first 20 years in Redding. In regard to the present and the future, this issue also features our new logo, our new Web site (www.simpsonu.edu), and our new mission statement. Our mission statement serves as the foundation for all university operations, programs, and activities. It is the reason for our existence. With this in mind, as members of the Simpson University community we had the privilege of reviewing and rewriting our mission statement during this past academic year. This new mission statement was approved by our Board of Trustees at their April meeting. The new statement reads: As a Christ-centered learning community, Simpson University develops students in mind, faith, and character to influence the world through leadership, scholarship, and service. I trust you enjoy your latest issue of the Gateway. Be sure to pass the copy on to a family member or friend when you are done reading it. Thank you for the important role you play in advancing the mission and the educational ministry of Simpson University.

Larry J. McKinney / President

Dr. Larry McKinney and his wife, Debbie, enjoyed a visit to Crater Lake, Oregon, this summer.

Photo courtesy of the McKinneys...AND MANY MORE!

02 GATEWAY Fall/Winter 2009

features10 – Celebrating 20 Years in Redding16 – San Francisco Reunion ‘09

departments04 – Happenings18 – Alumni News22 – From the Foundation

GATEWAY EDITOR: Candace Dyar / [email protected] WRITERS: Wendy Matthews / Andrea ScottPHOTOS BY: Josh Markle / Elise WilsonCREATIVE DESIGN MANAGER: Josh MarkleMARKETING DIRECTOR: Mark WoodDIRECTOR OF ALUMNI & PARENT RELATIONS: Tonya Moore / [email protected]

The Gateway is a nonprofit magazine published twice annually for alumni and friends of Simpson University, a university of The Christian and Missionary Alliance.

SIMPSON UNIVERSITY: 2211 College View Drive / Redding, CA 96003(530) 224-5600 / www.simpsonu.edu

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SIMPSON UNIVERSITY EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIONPRESIDENT: Larry J. McKinney, Ed.D.PROVOST: Stanley A. Clark, Ph.D.EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT: Bradley E. Williams, M.B.A.VICE PRESIDENT FOR ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT: Herb Tolbert, Ed.D.VICE PRESIDENT FOR MARKETING AND DEVELOPMENT: Gordon B. Flinn, M.B.A.VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT DEVELOPMENT: Richard W. Brown, D.Min.CHANCELLOR: James M. Grant, Ph.D.

for a complete listing of Simpson University’s memberships, visit www.simpsonu.edu/memberships.

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A. Red Hawk Athlete of the Year: Katie Garringer

B. Student Life Award: Jenna Barney

C. Outstanding Music Student: Crystal Cheney

D. Student Life Award: Casey Van Dyk

E. Simpson Auxiliary Award: TJ Macke

F. Outstanding Contribution to Theater: Melody Maddox

G. Walter C. Meloon Business Award / President’s Cup: Mitchell Flinn

H. Daryl W. Cartmel Award for Academic Excellence: Aaron Steinert

I. Rotary Club Honor to Youth Award: Aaron Holmes

J. Faculty Scholarship Award: Vanessa Areiza

K. Outstanding English Major: Sierra Heater

L . Psychology Student of the Year: Jennifer LaPraim

M. Professor of the Year: Michael LyonsN. Student Affairs Professional of the Year / Senate Appreciation Award: Becky Weber

O. ASPIRE Professor of the Year: David Lopez

P. Yearbook Dedication: Jon King

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Business Luncheon celebrates eighth year

More than 300 members of the north state business community attended Simpson University’s Eighth Annual Business Luncheon on Sept. 2.

The guest speaker was Walter C. Wright Jr., executive director of the Max De Pree Center for Leadership in Pasadena. Dr. Wright, who attended Simpson in San Francisco, served 20 years on the management team of Fuller Theological Seminary and 12 years as president and professor of leadership at Regent College.

An author and presenter, he offers more than two dozen workshops on CEO values each year.

University hosts two-day Beth Moore simulcast

For the second consecutive year, Simpson welcomed nearly 200 women to its Heritage Student Life Center on Aug. 28-29 for a simulcast of a Beth Moore weekend taking place in Green

Bay, Wisc.The “Living Proof Live” event by

the popular author and speaker was broadcast live via satellite to hundreds of locations worldwide, with more than 60,000 women in attendance.

The event at Simpson drew women from throughout California.

A one-day simulcast event is scheduled for April 2010. Watch the Simpson Web site (simpsonu.edu) or call Wendy at (530) 226-4126 for more information.

DR. WAYNE NORMAN joins as a professor of psychology. Most recently, he served as professor emeritus of psychology at Redeemer University College in Ancaster, Ontario. A prolific author and researcher, Dr. Norman served as a Templeton-Oxford Fellow from 1999-2001. His teaching career has included positions at Washington State University, Northwestern College (IA) and Redeemer, where he worked since 1994. He received his B.A. in Psychology from Whitman College, and his M.S. and Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from Washington State University.

DR. SUSAN MONTELEONE is the new associate professor of biology, having recently completed her 11th year of teaching biology at Lindsey Wilson College in Kentucky. Her research interests have focused on Appalachian watersheds and conifer seedling regeneration. Dr. Monteleone received her B.S. in Biology from Allegheny College (PA), an M.S. in Biology from the State University of New York at Fredonia; and a Ph.D. in Ecology from the University of North Texas.

DR. JOHN AYABE joins as an assistant professor of history. He taught most recently at Quincy University in Illinois. His B.A. degree in psychology was from Wheaton College. He also earned an M.Div. and an M.A. in Christian Thought and Church History from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School; and a Ph.D. in U.S. History from St. Louis University. His main research interest is the history of the Early Republic and the early 19th century evangelical church in the Midwest.

Simpson Welcomes New Faculty MembersProfessors join departments of psychology, biology and history

Dr. Herb Tolbert Returns as VP of EnrollmentA familiar face returned to Simpson this summer in the new position of Vice President for Enrollment Management. Dr. Herb Tolbert, who worked in Simpson’s admissions department from 1991 to 2000, returned to campus in July. Herb served most recently as Vice President for Marketing and Enrollment Management at Montreat College in Montreat, NC.

During Herb’s previous nine years at Simpson University, he served as director of the student support center, director of enrollment development and interim vice president of enrollment services and marketing. During that time, the college grew from 450 students to 1,320.

“After working at a number of universities over the last nine years, it is great to be back at Simpson and to be living in Northern California,” Herb said. “I believe I bring a very solid strategic enrollment management philosophy to the university. My staff is working very hard as we build a systematic, relational, and strategic approach to growing the enrollment at Simpson University.”

HERB HOLDS AN ED.D. IN HIGHER EDUCATION

LEADERSHIP FROM NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY.

In addition to his work at Montreat College, Dr. Tolbert

has also served in enrollment management at Cox College in

Missouri, Angelo State University in Texas, Edinboro University in Pennsylvania, and LeTourneau

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Champions of Character standards,” Cal Pac Commissioner Don Ott said. “Simpson’s honor reflects well on the entire conference; and the staff, student-athletes and institution are to be applauded.”

The mutual respect that Cal Pac institutions have for one another was demonstrated by the fact that every institution received at least one vote in at least three different sports. The balloting is done by a vote of the league’s coaches in each sport sponsored by the conference.

“This was the closest balloting our conference has seen for this high honor,” Ott said. “Simpson University’s consistency in gaining its peers’ respect is high praise indeed. I congratulate the institution, the athletics leadership and coaches, and, of course, the student-athletes for exemplifying the high standards of both their institutional mission and the Champions of Character program.”

This is Simpson’s first Cal Pac Team Sportsmanship Award since 2003-2004 and the institution’s fifth Team Sportsmanship Award since the award was created after the 1999-2000 season.

Simpson University gained the approval of the other seven California Pacific Conference member institutions in 2008-2009 as the league’s best example of team sportsmanship. “This award represents the finest example of the

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About 50 Simpson students traveled the world this summer as part of the university’s longstanding student ministries program.

china (June 24 - July 22)PARTICIPANTS: Rebekah Jimenez (leader) and Andrea YeungThe China team served alongside Christian & Missionary Alliance workers in Chengdu and Wuham. The team trained 30 Christian volunteers and taught 20 kids English, despite some security issues that brought them home three weeks early.

emerging leaders (June 23 - August 1)PARTICIPANTS: Rebekah Yang (leader), Pakou Vang, Blong Thao, Jamie Yan, Paulina ChangFor the second year, the emerging leaders traveled to Hmong C&MA churches holding youth leadership conferences. They visited East Coast churches, leading a five-day program composed of team-building initiatives, devotions, small groups and worship.

jamaica (May 17 - June 8)PARTICIPANTS: Laura Rainsberry (leader), Megan

Furze, Sara Jackson, Christina Hutchinson.In partnership with Jamaica Links Ministry, the team served at a deaf school and two children’s homes. They built garden beds, took the children from one of the orphanages to church and the beach, and taught in the deaf school to give the teachers a break.

japan (May19 - July 1)PARTICIPANTS: Mailee Vang (leader), Justin Ostrander, Sandra Darling, Mai LeeThis team served with Asian Access in the city of Sapporo, on the northernmost island of Japan. They lived and worked at a church. Some team members taught English; others worked at an elementary school. They built relationships at the local university, helping those they met connect with church members.

kenya (May 18 - June 17)PARTICIPANTS: Megan McCarty (leader), Megan Flores, Karissa Hansen, Elisa McKeownEmpowering Lives International was the ministry partner for this team, which served at a training center in Illula, Kenya. Students built a chicken

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SUMMER MISS IONS 2009 TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH AND IN OUR OWN BACKYARD

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIMPSON UNIVERSITY

ATHLETICS, including scores and game highlights, visit

athletics.simpsonu.edu.

STUDENT-ATHLETES HONORED FOR SPORTSMANSHIP


“God took me, scared and cowardly, and placed me in Japan where I was forced to try new things, and I was faced with new situations. I was surprised to find out that I was stronger than I thought and could do more than I ever imagined myself doing. I realized that with God on my side I could do anything.” Sandra Darling, Japan

“I learned a lot about God’s heart for people all around the world, and that to truly love someone, you have to do so holistically, with everything you’ve got, something that our missionary hosts understood so well.” Matthew Lopez, Philippines

s impson University and A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary entered a strategic alliance in June

with Alliance Graduate School in the Philippines. It is the first such alliance in the university’s history.

“This provides opportunities for our faculty to be involved in cross-cultural teaching, and for our students to have cross-cultural learning opportunities,” said Simpson President Larry McKinney, who signed the agreement when he was in Manila to teach a summer course at the school.

The alliance allows for faculty exchanges between the seminaries, preferred student status, and coursework fulfillment, should a student at either school wish to attend the other as part of their degree program.

Simpson has a long informal partnership with the seminary, which was founded in 1977 and has more than 200 students. Three Simpson professors served there as full-time faculty members in the 1980s and ‘90s before coming to Simpson: Drs. David and Cindi Strong and Jack Painter. All three now teach in the Division of Theology and Ministry and for Tozer Seminary.

Dr. McKinney, Dr. Leron Heath, interim dean of Tozer Seminary, and Dr. Rich Brown, vice president for Student Development, have taught summer courses at the seminary. And a handful of Simpson alumni earned their master’s degrees at Alliance Graduate School, some becoming overseas workers in the Philippines, Dr. McKinney said.

Alliance Graduate School offers programs in a variety of areas, including an M.Div. in Academic and Research Ministries and a Master of Christian Studies. It’s affiliated with CAMACOP (Christian and Missionary Alliance Churches of the Philippines). Most of the Simpson students who attended Alliance Graduate School went for its Community Development program, noted Dr. David Strong.

coop for the children’s home, planted trees to help with reforestation and held nightly devotions with the children. The team built deep relationships working and living alongside Kenyans.

philippines (July 26 - August 16)PARTICIPANTS: Jared Furze (leader), Nolan Burns (leader), Cynthia Poole, Katie Larkins, Matthew Lopez, Dana AdamsServing alongside the ministries of C&MA missionaries in Manila, the team got a taste of the many things God is doing there. They served at a school, in youth groups, in squatter villages, at a boys’ home and a birthing clinic.

rainbow gathering (June 11 - July 8)PARTICIPANT : Erin FreerThis student met up with a larger group, including several Simpson alumni from Steiger Ministries, which has been serving at the Rainbow Gathering, an annual hippie festival, for years. The Jesus Kitchen offered breakfast, lunch, dinner, a foot-washing station, free clothes, shoe repair and a prayer tent.

thailand (June 13 - July 13)PARTICIPANTS: Suzong Her, Jessie Herr, Bao Thao, Panouly LoThe team served with a well-known Hmong missionary in the Chiang Mai area of northern Thailand. They worked primarily with children, running Vacation Bible School in several villages. They also helped paint and remodel a chapel.

University Forms Alliance with Overseas Seminary

SUMMER MISS IONS 2009 TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH AND IN OUR OWN BACKYARD

Surrounded by senior leaders at Alliance Graduate School in Manila, Simpson University President Larry McKinney and Dr. Jonathan Exiomo, president of Alliance Graduate School, sign a strategic agreement between the two institutions.

“While in Africa, God confirmed in my heart a calling and passion to live intentionally in my own community. He confirmed that I am a teacher, a leader and an advocate, and with such gifts I am able to foster in those around me a growth that will spread to the nations, whether or not I see it.” Megan McCarty, Kenya


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The senior class gift from the Class of 2009 was a prayer chapel, located where the President’s Dining Room used to be in the Emeriti Dining Center. The chapel has a church heritage theme, with rustic light fixtures, hardwood floors, stained pews and stained-glass windows. Guests and members of the Simpson community are invited to use the chapel.

Employees Recognized for ServiceSimpson University honored its 5-, 10-, 15- and 20-year employees at its annual employee retreat in August.

TEN YEARS: Joe Funderburg and Mary Schneider.

FIVE YEARS: Back row, left to right: Dr. Dan Berger, Dr. Ron McGraw, Roger Wilder. Front row, left: Rich Archibald, Curt Dodds, Dr. Bill Griffin, Amanda Williams. Not pictured: Neil Buchholz, Merlina Phillips.

FIFTEEN YEARS: Back row, left to right: Karen Frost, Lois Nichols, Anne Poe, Suzanne Wilder. Front row, left: Choice Beaver, Dr. Tim Carlisle, Ron Cushman, Robin Dummer.

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C e l e b r at i n g 20 Y e a r s o f S e r v i c e a n d L e a d e r S h i p i n r e d d i n g

t he summer of 1989 was a historic one for Simpson College. A prayerful decision had been made to relocate the school from busy San Francisco to a rural community four hours north.

Beth Spencer, Simpson’s director of Advancement Services, remembers her husband, Jeff, driving the moving truck back and forth between San Francisco and Redding for about two months that summer.

“They’d leave San Francisco all bundled up and shed layers as they headed north,” she said.

Unpacking boxes and setting things up in time for students’ arrival that fall required a monumental effort. Biology professor Pam Van der Werff recalled coming by late one night and finding then-President Francis Grubbs putting together her lab benches.

Science equipment was stacked 10 boxes high in one of the rooms in the Grubbs Learning Center, the first building on campus, she said. “It was an all-hands-on-deck effort,” Pam said. “People vacuumed; some put books on shelves.”

Chapel was held in a classroom, tent and the dining center before the Heritage Student Life Center was completed in 1996.

A special memory for Pam Van der Werff was the first Christmas on campus, when everyone gathered in the library. “Students and faculty sat on the staircase and sang pieces from ‘The Messiah,’” she said.

Enrollment started to skyrocket under the direction of Murry Evans, who was hired to oversee admissions in 1992. The rapid growth meant students had to be housed in apartments and hotels as additional residence halls were built. Today Simpson has almost 1,200 students in its programs.

“I am amazed by our campus and our students,” said Lisa Wood. “God has carried us through some pretty tough times, but He has changed so many lives in the process.”

Pam and her son, Ian, then a toddler, joined about 10 others in what is now the softball field, picking up rocks to clear space for sporting events.

Lisa Wood, Advancement database manager and a San Francisco alumna, said, “The first summer in Redding was crazy. The thing I remember most was that faculty and staff did whatever it took to ‘make it happen.’”

It was a tight financial transition for the college, which had struggled with enrollment in the Bay Area. “We had to take half pay for the first summer, so that made things a bit tight,” said professor Don Claspill, also a Simpson alum. He noted that the pay was made up in the fall.

Professors Claspill, Glenn Schaefer, Len Wallmark and Alan Rose were among those employees who chose to move with the college, relocating their own lives as well. Glenn noted that he and his family were “homeless” their first five weeks in Redding as they waited for their house to be completed.

Don said it was difficult to leave behind churches and friends, “but Simpson was our first love.”

About 200 students joined the adventure in fall 1989. Meals were served out of a mobile kitchen and eaten in a classroom. Faculty and staff mingled daily at a 10 a .m. coffee break.

Challenge your mind...Change your world... Simpson University Unveils New Logo

For a list of upcoming athletic events, visit www.simpsonu.edu. Below is a list of music events scheduled for the fall semester.

TWenTY YearS: Jim Grubbs and Pam Van der Werff. Not

pictured: Dr. Mel Shuster.

i n conjunction with simpson’s 20-year anniversary in redding, the Marketing

department unveiled a new visual identity for the university in september, including a logomark and new Web site (www.simpsonu.edu).

the new logo features a classic academic crest with “sU” in ligature letter form, representing the pursuit of truth lived out in our academic programs. the distinctive “U” is a visual metaphor of our Christian heritage and institutional motto of “gateway to World service.”

at the top of the crest is a mountain with three points representing simpson’s locations over its 89-year history: seattle (1921-1955), san francisco (1955–1989), and redding (1989-present). the mountain is indicative of our present location in proximity to Mt. shasta.

the logo and Web site were designed by university marketing staff with feedback from the broader simpson community.

the new simpson University tagline reads, “Challenge your mind...Change your world...,” which balances the pursuit of academic excellence with the university’s long-standing commitment to world service.

the logo is part of an effort to strengthen the university’s brand by providing a consistent visual message.

President larry McKinney said, “We set out to create a new logo that was attractive, memorable and easily recognized by a wide audience. this new logo reflects our university well as we pursue our mission over the next 20 years.”

Campus CalendarOct. 24, 7:30 p.m. - Simpson University Sinfonia Orchestra Fall Concert,

Sequoia Middle School McLaughlin Auditorium, 1805 Sequoia St., Redding. Tickets $8 general, $6 students/seniors, free to Simpson faculty/staff/students.

Oct. 31, 4:30 p.m. - Simpson University Handbell Festival Concert, Heritage

Student Life Center. Free admission. Children welcome.

Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. - Simpson University Chorale/Trinity Repertory

Singers Fall Concert, Heritage Student Life Center. Free admission.

Dec. 6, 3 p.m. - Simpson University Christmas Concert, Heritage Student

Life Center. $8 general, $6 students/seniors, free to Simpson faculty/staff/students.

Dec. 9, 7 p.m. - Simpson University Wind/Percussion Ensembles Winter

Concert, Heritage Student Life Center. Free

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San Francisco reunion 1955- 1989

n early 400 simpson University alumni, faculty, staff and friends gathered at the old college campus on silver avenue in san francisco on aug. 8-9, 2009, for a

historic reunion marking the 20th anniversary of the institution’s last year in the bay area.

Highlights included a performance by the simpson alumni reunion Choir, an alumni chapel service featuring former simpson President Mark lee sr., reminiscences from professors alan rose, glenn schaefer and len Wallmark, and a special reunion dinner.

alumni were able to explore the halls and rooms of their old alma mater. When simpson moved to redding during the summer of 1989, it sold the campus to the Cornerstone evangelical baptist Church, a Chinese church that also runs an academy at the site.

the weekend provided multiple opportunities for reconnection of alumni, staff and faculty who had not seen each other, in some cases, for 50 years. the event wrapped up sunday with a tailgate bbQ lunch followed by a san francisco giants game at at&t Park.

From left, Dr. Glenn Schaefer, professor Alan

rose and Dr. Len Wallmark offer memories and humor

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Photos by Josh Markle

“I met my wife at Simpson, so for me it was ‘Simpson Bridal College,’ as it is with a lot of other people. Many young people from my youth

group went to Simpson so we had a lot of fun doing activities like playing football on the beach.” – Harold Kimball ‘68

“I woke up one morning, and my VW was on the front steps of the school. Some of the boys had picked up my car and put it on the front landing.” Janetta (Van Curen ’78) mCGoVern

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simpson College moves from san francisco to redding, California. When classes start that fall, the student body numbers 200.

Buildings completed this year: Francis grubbs learning center / The Learning Center was named for former Simpson president Dr. Francis Grubbs, recognizing his great effort in moving the campus to redding. The building contains faculty offices, classrooms and the Start-Kilgour Memorial Library, named after former Simpson professors John norman Start and robert Douglas Kilgour.

irwin-shellrude residence / This three-story, 92-bed residence was named for ralph Shellrude and r. rogers irwin ’38, two past superintendents of the Pacific northwest District of The Christian and Missionary Alliance and emeriti trustees.

thompson-mangham residence / This three-story, 92-bed residence was named for Warren Thompson ’42 and Harold Mangham, two past superintendents of the South Pacific District of The Christian and Missionary Alliance. Both men are emeriti trustees.

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simpson welcomes its 12th president, dr. James M. grant, and his wife, Hazel. the student body has grown to 400.

Buildings completed this year: currie-ediger residence / This three-story, 100-bed structure was named for Simpson trustee emeritus Melvin ediger, a businessman from oregon, and Paul Currie, a pastor and former superintendent in California, who was a long-time trustee.

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Women’s volleyball wins the nCCaa division ii national Championship.

Buildings completed this year: urban-trustee Bell tower / The urban-Trustee Bell Tower, which stands near the center of campus at the hub of the Pathways of remembrance, was dedicated in 1999 in memory of trustee elma C. urban and in honor of all who have served as trustees. The 50-foot tower houses an electronic carillon which plays before chapel and at other occasions.

laBaume-rudat hall / This classroom complex houses theology/ministry classrooms and offices. it was named for Gertrude LaBaume and Velma Goodwin rudat, who made provision for large financial gifts in their wills on behalf of Simpson university.

04simpson College becomes simpson University. the mascot name is changed to red Hawks.

Buildings completed this year: owen student services center / This three-story building, completed in the summer of 2004, is the hub of student service activity. in addition to housing student support and administrative offices, the building contains a bookstore, coffeeshop and student government offices. The building is named for e.C. “red” owen, in recognition of the support he and his family have given to Simpson. His wife, Frances, is a trustee emerita.

06simpson welcomes its 13th president, dr. larry J. McKinney, and his wife, debbie. the student body has grown to more than 1,100.

dedication of the gateway to World service granite globe fountain. Men’s and women’s cross country added.

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its first major capital campaign, gateway to the future.

the school of education starts an on-site Master of arts in education program in south Korea.

intercollegiate golf and softball teams added.

campus growth: intercollegiate softball field completed; climbing wall purchased.

90 Buildings completed this year: the emeriti dining center contains banquet facilities and a prayer chapel as well as a regular dining room for students. on the entry wall are plaques honoring members of the emeriti Society—past Simpson presidents and faculty and staff members who have contributed 10-plus years of service to the university at retirement.

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simpson College is publicly recognized for its involvement in the Parkview Project, a partnership with local police and schools to provide tutoring in low-income neighborhoods.

Buildings completed this year: heritage student life center / The Heritage Student Life Center contains an auditorium/gymnasium, student lounges, the Music Department, and athletic offices. The student body meets for chapel in the auditorium three times a week. The building is named in remembrance of those who were instrumental in the university’s heritage.

cooper-heath residence / This three-story, 100-bed residence was named after William Cooper ’50, a dentist, and Linden Heath ’42, who was a C&MA pastor. Both men served as long-term trustees; Dr. Cooper is a trustee emeritus.

the campus is completely wired for technology. the asPire degree-completion program, which also began in 1989, graduates its 1,000th student. soccer field completed.

Buildings completed this year: morgan-sharpe residence / This three-story, 108-bed structure was named for Maurice Morgan and Curtis ‘60 and Mary Beth Sharpe. Mr. Morgan created an endowment scholarship for Simpson through his will. Curtis and Mary Beth Sharpe are active university supporters; Curtis also serves on the Board of Trustees.

9802 Women’s basketball wins

nCCaa division ii national Championship. the school of education receives one of 150 nationwide grants for $2 million to help teachers work with students for whom english is a second language. intercollegiate baseball added. 05 simpson University is named

one of two outstanding nonprofits of the Year locally. the asPire program graduates its 2,000th student.

07simpson University continues to expand its academic programs, launching four-year degrees in biology and outdoor leadership, a pre-nursing program, and a b.s. in nursing and b.a. in Healthcare Management through its degree-completion program.

a.W. tozer theological seminary is dedicated.

simpson University becomes one of only five schools in the

Council for Christian Colleges and Universities to offer an rotC program on campus.

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DurinG simpson university’s 20 yeArS in reDDinG:

• Approximately 6,800 students have earned a degree.

• More than 2,000 students have received an education-related master’s degree or teaching credential.

• More than 2,500 students have completed bachelor’s degrees through the ASPIRE program.

• More than 1,350 students have traveled to more than 60 countries on summer mission trips.

C e l e b r at i n g 20 Y e a r s o f S e r v i c e a n d L e a d e r S h i p i n r e d d i n g

t he summer of 1989 was a historic one for Simpson College. A prayerful decision had been made to relocate the school from busy San Francisco to a rural community four hours north.

Beth Spencer, Simpson’s director of Advancement Services, remembers her husband, Jeff, driving the moving truck back and forth between San Francisco and Redding for about two months that summer.

“They’d leave San Francisco all bundled up and shed layers as they headed north,” she said.

Unpacking boxes and setting things up in time for students’ arrival that fall required a monumental effort. Biology professor Pam Van der Werff recalled coming by late one night and finding then-President Francis Grubbs putting together her lab benches.

Science equipment was stacked 10 boxes high in one of the rooms in the Grubbs Learning Center, the first building on campus, she said. “It was an all-hands-on-deck effort,” Pam said. “People vacuumed; some put books on shelves.”

Chapel was held in a classroom, tent and the dining center before the Heritage Student Life Center was completed in 1996.

A special memory for Pam Van der Werff was the first Christmas on campus, when everyone gathered in the library. “Students and faculty sat on the staircase and sang pieces from ‘The Messiah,’” she said.

Enrollment started to skyrocket under the direction of Murry Evans, who was hired to oversee admissions in 1992. The rapid growth meant students had to be housed in apartments and hotels as additional residence halls were built. Today Simpson has almost 1,200 students in its programs.

“I am amazed by our campus and our students,” said Lisa Wood. “God has carried us through some pretty tough times, but He has changed so many lives in the process.”

Pam and her son, Ian, then a toddler, joined about 10 others in what is now the softball field, picking up rocks to clear space for sporting events.

Lisa Wood, Advancement database manager and a San Francisco alumna, said, “The first summer in Redding was crazy. The thing I remember most was that faculty and staff did whatever it took to ‘make it happen.’”

It was a tight financial transition for the college, which had struggled with enrollment in the Bay Area. “We had to take half pay for the first summer, so that made things a bit tight,” said professor Don Claspill, also a Simpson alum. He noted that the pay was made up in the fall.

Professors Claspill, Glenn Schaefer, Len Wallmark and Alan Rose were among those employees who chose to move with the college, relocating their own lives as well. Glenn noted that he and his family were “homeless” their first five weeks in Redding as they waited for their house to be completed.

Don said it was difficult to leave behind churches and friends, “but Simpson was our first love.”

About 200 students joined the adventure in fall 1989. Meals were served out of a mobile kitchen and eaten in a classroom. Faculty and staff mingled daily at a 10 a .m. coffee break.

Challenge your mind...Change your world... Simpson University Unveils New Logo

For a list of upcoming athletic events, visit www.simpsonu.edu. Below is a list of music events scheduled for the fall semester.

TWenTY YearS: Jim Grubbs and Pam Van der Werff. Not

pictured: Dr. Mel Shuster.

i n conjunction with simpson’s 20-year anniversary in redding, the Marketing

department unveiled a new visual identity for the university in september, including a logomark and new Web site (www.simpsonu.edu).

the new logo features a classic academic crest with “sU” in ligature letter form, representing the pursuit of truth lived out in our academic programs. the distinctive “U” is a visual metaphor of our Christian heritage and institutional motto of “gateway to World service.”

at the top of the crest is a mountain with three points representing simpson’s locations over its 89-year history: seattle (1921-1955), san francisco (1955–1989), and redding (1989-present). the mountain is indicative of our present location in proximity to Mt. shasta.

the logo and Web site were designed by university marketing staff with feedback from the broader simpson community.

the new simpson University tagline reads, “Challenge your mind...Change your world...,” which balances the pursuit of academic excellence with the university’s long-standing commitment to world service.

the logo is part of an effort to strengthen the university’s brand by providing a consistent visual message.

President larry McKinney said, “We set out to create a new logo that was attractive, memorable and easily recognized by a wide audience. this new logo reflects our university well as we pursue our mission over the next 20 years.”

Campus CalendarOct. 24, 7:30 p.m. - Simpson University Sinfonia Orchestra Fall Concert,

Sequoia Middle School McLaughlin Auditorium, 1805 Sequoia St., Redding. Tickets $8 general, $6 students/seniors, free to Simpson faculty/staff/students.

Oct. 31, 4:30 p.m. - Simpson University Handbell Festival Concert, Heritage

Student Life Center. Free admission. Children welcome.

Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. - Simpson University Chorale/Trinity Repertory

Singers Fall Concert, Heritage Student Life Center. Free admission.

Dec. 6, 3 p.m. - Simpson University Christmas Concert, Heritage Student

Life Center. $8 general, $6 students/seniors, free to Simpson faculty/staff/students.

Dec. 9, 7 p.m. - Simpson University Wind/Percussion Ensembles Winter

Concert, Heritage Student Life Center. Free

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San Francisco reunion 1955- 1989

n early 400 simpson University alumni, faculty, staff and friends gathered at the old college campus on silver avenue in san francisco on aug. 8-9, 2009, for a

historic reunion marking the 20th anniversary of the institution’s last year in the bay area.

Highlights included a performance by the simpson alumni reunion Choir, an alumni chapel service featuring former simpson President Mark lee sr., reminiscences from professors alan rose, glenn schaefer and len Wallmark, and a special reunion dinner.

alumni were able to explore the halls and rooms of their old alma mater. When simpson moved to redding during the summer of 1989, it sold the campus to the Cornerstone evangelical baptist Church, a Chinese church that also runs an academy at the site.

the weekend provided multiple opportunities for reconnection of alumni, staff and faculty who had not seen each other, in some cases, for 50 years. the event wrapped up sunday with a tailgate bbQ lunch followed by a san francisco giants game at at&t Park.

From left, Dr. Glenn Schaefer, professor Alan

rose and Dr. Len Wallmark offer memories and humor

during chapel.

Photos by Josh Markle

“I met my wife at Simpson, so for me it was ‘Simpson Bridal College,’ as it is with a lot of other people. Many young people from my youth

group went to Simpson so we had a lot of fun doing activities like playing football on the beach.” – Harold Kimball ‘68

“I woke up one morning, and my VW was on the front steps of the school. Some of the boys had picked up my car and put it on the front landing.” Janetta (Van Curen ’78) mCGoVern

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From left, alums David Wilmot ‘57, William Maize ’54 and Iris (York ’55) Maize look over old yearbooks at a memorabilia table.

Dr. Mark Lee Sr., who served as Simpson’s president from 1970-1987, speaks during chapel about Simpson’s 34 years in San Francisco.

A special alumni and friends choir performs during Saturday’s chapel service, held in the old chapel. The group rehearsed once before the afternoon service.

The weekend wraps up with a fun outing to a San Francisco Giants game at AT&T Park.

“I enjoyed worshiping in chapel as well as hanging out in the dorm halls with friends. We had many fun activities, like playing hide-and-seek with the grand master key between midnight and 2 a.m. It was really frustrating and confusing for the security guard because we had the master key.” BROOKS (MCLEMORE ’86) SCOTT


1990s1) Krista Johnson ‘99 married Ryan Lopez on July 7, 2007, in Camarillo, Calif. They live in San Diego, where Krista teaches third grade, and Ryan works in new construction plumbing.

2000s2) Kari Burrell ‘03 is engaged to Aaron Beadner, director of student programs at Simpson. Kari also works at Simpson as an enrollment supervisor. They are planning a Jan. 16, 2010, wedding.

3) Jessica Stoner ‘03 married Jean Paul Uribe in their church in Queretaro, Mexico, on Aug. 9, 2008. Jean Paul works at the corporate offices of Santander Bank, and Jessica serves full-time on the church staff of Compañerismo Cristiano Horizonte.

4) Dan Anderson ’08 married Meghan Flinn ’08 on Aug. 1, 2009, at the Gaia Hotel in Anderson, Calif. Dan’s brother Matt ’06 officiated the wedding.

Ryan Bernhardt ‘06 graduated with a master’s degree in military history from Norwich University in June 2009.

5) Sudea Ham ‘07 married Clayton Romo on Feb. 7, 2009.

6) Nadia Puma ‘03 married Ryan Anderson on March 29, 2008, at the Dana Powers Barn in Nipomo, Calif. They live in Arroyo Grande, Calif., where Nadia teaches kindergarten and Ryan is in the fire academy.

7) Ryan ‘08 and Rachael (Vonhof ‘07) Swan were married on Jan. 24, 2009, in La Jolla, Calif. They moved to Oceanside in June to pursue careers in education.

with the LordEleanor (Ellis) Doty ’43 died March 9, 2008.Earl Evers ’56 died Aug. 30, 2009.

Marian (Pond ‘45) Breckenridge passed away on March 7, 2009. She was a retired C&MA missionary.

Lucille (Dempsey ‘50) Jacobson passed away on June 29, 2009.

Miles Stuart Compton ‘50 passed away on June 24, 2009, in Redding. (See article on next page.)

John Reynolds ‘77 passed away on May 2, 2009, in San Francisco.

Monica (Lepper ‘98) Rodriguez passed away on May 11, 2009, in Whittier, Calif. (See article on next page.)

new arrivals 8) Nathan Thomas Pitter was born Aug. 12, 2008, to Wes and Nichole (Sandoval) Pitter, both ‘02. Nathan was welcomed by big sisters Hannah, 4, and Sarah, 2.

9) Elise Joy Newell was born Oct. 13, 2008, to Jonathan ‘99 and Lauri (Shafer ‘98) Newell. They live in Nashville, TN, where Jon is in music full time, and Lauri is a tutor.

10) Noah James Warkentin was born May 17, 2009, to Tim ‘04 and Erin (Reibsome) Warkentin (Erin attended Simpson during 2000-2004). Noah joins big brother Elijah Cole.

Rhett Alexander Nichols was born April 28, 2009, to Brian ‘03 and Katie (Campbell ‘02) Nichols.

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Monica Rodriguez, a Simpson alumna inducted into the Red Hawk Athletic Hall of Fame in 2006, died after battling cancer on May 11, 2009. Just 32 years old, she is survived by her husband, Sol, and son, Kai. The Whittier Daily News published an article about Monica on May 15. Excerpts are reprinted below with permission.

WHITTIER—Her 18-month blog reads like a fascinating page-turner, chronicling the emotional ups and downs of life with a loving husband, a new baby and treatment for an aggressive form of cancer that normally kills its victims within three to six months.

But from the time she was diagnosed, Dexter Middle School teacher Monica Rodriguez never stopped fighting for a chance to raise her young son, Kai, or for more years with her husband, Sol.

And she never stopped writing about it either, posting a final online entry April 29 at www.solandmonica.com.

“I think the blog really helped give her the strength to fight as long as she did,” said husband Sol Rodriguez, 33, a Whittier College alumnus, who also used Twitter to send out updates on Monica. “It gave her a sense of hope and encouragement.”

The blog began shortly after Monica, a native of Paradise, was told in October 2007 she had breast cancer—a misdiagnosis discovered after she underwent a double mastectomy.

She actually had angiosarcoma, a soft tissue sarcoma of the blood vessels that began as a lump in her breast.

“After she was diagnosed, we got so many phone calls that it was easier to just post the information online,” Sol Rodriguez said. “It was a tool she appreciated because she was able to right away connect with the people in her life.”

She continued working at Dexter through her treatment, and shifted from a classroom teacher to a literacy specialist in her last two years.

“Something that really sticks out in my memory is when she would go into a classroom to model how a lesson should be taught,” said fellow teacher Lark Hickey, 52. “It was after the first round of chemo, she’d lost all of her hair, and she’d be in there, totally bald and just totally Monica.

“Once, she was teaching the kids to do a ‘mind map’ to generate ideas for their writing. And in hers, she included a lot of stuff about the cancer, how it was affecting her, her worries, her son,” Hickey said. “She shared that with the kids. She didn’t try to be stoic or hide it.

“It was a part of her, but she was still there, doing her job and her life.”She was uninhibited, according to her father, Spence Lepper, 62 years old and a ’71

Simpson alumnus—a board-game enthusiast and former volleyball player with a strong competitive streak who spent summers in Ukraine and the Dominican Republic, working at orphanages and teaching children of missionaries.

Three years in a row, she was voted best teacher at McCabe Junior High in Mendota, where she and Sol both worked and fell in love. And she was the first person inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame at her alma mater, Simpson University in Redding.

“The most important thing I want people to know is how much she cared about serving people, as a youth group leader, as a teacher,” Sol said.

Former students from Dexter and Ukraine have left their condolences on the blog, while a prayer map shows Monica’s online supporters are everywhere, from Guatemala and Cuba to Alberta, Canada—and many places in between.

“She was just incredibly special,” Sol said. “I guess everyone says that about their spouse, but she leaves a legacy to prove it. She’s in a league of her own.”

s impson University’s longtime librarian and archivist, Stuart Compton, passed away

unexpectedly while recovering from surgery on June 24, 2009. He was 80 years old.

Stuart graduated from Simpson Bible Institute in Seattle in 1955 and started working in the library that year. He never stopped, dedicating 54 years of service to his alma mater and following the institution during its moves to San Francisco and Redding.

“He was a very gentle man in the best sense of the word,” said library colleague Suzanne Wheeler in an article about Stuart published by The Redding Record Searchlight on June 26, 2009. “His patience, his kindness—that will all be missed.”

A memorial service commemorating his life was held at Trinity Alliance Church in Redding, which

Stuart attended for 18 years. Stuart was honored in 2005 as Simpson’s alumnus of the year, with two trees planted in his honor on the Redding campus. “I’ve never heard an unkind word about this man,” alum Gary Gusz ‘82 noted at the time.

An avid reader, bird-watcher and aficianado of live theater, Stuart had an institutional memory that was irreplaceable. After retiring in 2001, he remained at Simpson as its archivist, carefully chronicling events and storing documents and photographs. “I don’t think there’s anyone who can replace him,” said Robin Dummer, associate vice president for academic affairs.

Stuart saw eight presidents and interim presidents serve at Simpson during his tenure. During a special ceremony this fall, the university renamed the archives the Stuart Compton Simpson University Archives.

“The most important thing I want people to know is how much she (Monica)

cared about serving people.” – SOL RODRIGUEZ

W I T H T H E LO R D MILES STUART COMPTON ‘50

W I T H T H E LO R D MONICA (LEPPER ‘98) RODRIGUEZ

The Stuart Compton Service Scholarship has been established as a challenge grant that will match dollar for dollar all donations made up to $10,000. For more information, contact Vonnie Dodson at [email protected] or at (530) 226-4119.


ABOVE: Dr. Glenn Schaefer teaches during a stop at the Mount of Olives.

BELOW: Participants on the Holy Land pilgrimage.

Photos courtesy of Dr. Glenn Schaefer

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Dr . GLENN SCHAEFER, longtime Bible professor, did his first stint as tour host and guide on a trip to Israel in June with 16 Simpson University alumni and friends. The two-week journey included visits to many places in Jerusalem and the Judah and Galilee regions.

As a professor, Dr. Schaefer led nine Middle East trips for students, but this was the first time he took on both host and guide responsibilities. “It was a dream come true for me,” he said.

The trip was designed as a “spiritual pilgrimage,” with added insights from archaeology, lecture notes from Dr. Schaefer’s Biblical Backgrounds course, and the current political situation in the region.

Dr. Schaefer spent more than 150 hours preparing just for the lectures, gleaning material from a number of sources. The group appreciated the information he offered throughout the tour. His storytelling “really made the Bible come alive for me,” noted Joy Bush, grandmother of a Simpson alumnus and current student. “Reading it will never be the same again.”

For more details on the trip, including a list of stops on the tour, visit www.hawksnest.simpsonu.edu.

professor leads tour of Holy Land

His storytelling “really made the Bible come alive for me,” noted Joy Bush, grandmother of a Simpson alumnus and current student. “Reading it will never be the same again.”


LORA JEAN HEURLIN, the granddaughter of Simpson’s first president, the Rev. William Wisdom Newberry, stopped by the Alumni Office for a visit in April 2009. Accompanied by her husband, Dr. Robert John (Jack) Heurlin, Lora Jean brought some old photographs and newspaper clippings from Simpson’s early years in Seattle.

Rev. Newberry served as president of Simpson Bible Institute from 1921-26. He was a friend of A.B. Simpson, founder of the Christian & Missionary Alliance and the man for whom the Bible institute was named. Newberry’s daughter Mary Lora (Lora Jean’s mother) attended SBI, where she met her husband, Carter Delbert “CD” Holton. They were both in Simpson’s first class. According to a 1923 newspaper clipping, Mary Lora was the first SBI student to go to Asia as a missionary, specifically, to the Chinese/Tibetan border.

Lora Jean was born there; she left China in 1941 before the war but said her parents were not able to get out. She and her sister spent years in boarding schools while their parents served as missionaries.

Regarding her grandfather, Lora Jean said she remembers him driving her and her sister, ages 4 and 8 respectively, from New Jersey to Seattle to stay with an aunt and uncle. “He just was such a nice man,” she said. She also recalled hugging him goodbye at a train station and seeing a tear slip down his cheek. He told her, “Your mother is a wonderful person.”

After leaving the presidency, Rev. Newberry remained active with the C&MA as a pastor, teacher and evangelist. He and his wife, Mary, retired to Pennsylvania, where he died in 1945.

The Heurlins have four children and 10 grandchildren, some of whom are starting to look at colleges, Lora Jean said.

If you’re traveling through Redding, we’d love for you to stop by and visit. The Alumni Office is on the third floor of the Owen Student Services Center. You can reach us at (530) 226-4935 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Adventures in Learning to Trust GodBy Joy Boese ‘68This book, written by missionary Joy Boese ‘68, gives insight

into Thai culture and recounts her lifelong adventures in learning to trust God—through illnesses, a tornado, dangers on highways and in cities, and much more. Joyce wrote this book as a tribute to those who supported her in prayer for more than 50 years.

Ocean StarBy Christina DiMari ‘85This memoir tells the story of ’85 alumna Christina DiMari’s

journey from the brokenness of an abusive family to healing in Christ. As a child, DiMari collected starfish on the beach near her home in San Francisco. She learned that a starfish could lose pieces of itself but heal completely if thrown back in the ocean. “That’s what God did with my life,” she wrote. “He took all the broken pieces and made them whole again.” Learn more about Christina’s ministry at www.christinadimari.com.

The Shadowside TrilogyBy Robert Elmer ‘80With the publication of Beyond Corista, Robert Elmer ’80

completed this trilogy of fantasy/sci-fi novels for young teens. Other books in the series are Trion Rising and The Owling. Learn more about his numerous books at www.robertelmerbooks.com.

Conquering FearBy Roger L. Frye ‘74Many people suffer from fears that keep them from

accomplishing all God created them for. Roger Frye ‘74 relates personal stories and draws on the experience of those he has counseled to offer a daily guide to overcoming this stronghold.

A Grandfather Speaks: A Message from the HeartBy William Hitt ‘78

A firefighter for 22 years, William Hitt ’78 shares spiritual insights and experiences from his life, from a 10-year-old boy’s perspective to that of a 63-year-old grandfather. It touches on themes of death, adventure, love, miracles, Jesus, creation, evil, human suffering, freedom, faith, and eternal life, among others.

Look Who Dropped By...

Lora Jean Heurlin stands by a portrait of her grandfather, Simpson’s first president, in the Owen Student Services Center.

The Rev. W.W. Newberry poses with granddaughters Lora Jean, left, and her sister, Ruth.

ARE YOU A PUBLISHED AUTHOR?For a full list of Simpson alumni authors, visit The Hawk’s Nest online community at www.hawksnest.simpsonu.edu. If you have a published work, let us know. E-mail a description of your work, a photo of the cover and a head shot to [email protected].

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INNOVATION AND EXPLORATION: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOLARS PROGRAM

PRESIDENT’S WEEKEND / April 8-10, 2010 / This special event for donors has been moved from June to April to give participants a chance to meet with students. Watch for more information.SAVE THE DATE

EDITOR’S NOTE: The spring/summer 2009 issue of the Gateway featured an article about undergraduate research projects at Simpson University (view online at www.simpsonu.edu). The university is pleased to announce a new giving program designed to benefit the students and professors who participate in these innovative projects. For more information about giving opportunities, or to donate online, visit www.simpsonu.edu/giving or call 1-800-598-2239.

Preparing students for success means equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and experience that will help them impact the world. The Undergraduate Research Scholars program at Simpson University transforms what students learn in the classroom into reality and relevance through creative, hands-on research projects. The program offers students an in-depth and interactive research experience under the direction of faculty members, reflecting Simpson University’s commitment to scholarship, leadership, and service.

By providing opportunities for student researchers to examine, understand, and engage with their field of study, they can: • increase their professional competency • develop critical skills in both service and leadership • prepare for graduate studies and careers

Undergraduate Research Scholars explore the rapidly expanding frontiers of liberal arts, science and technology, meet new intellectual challenges, and richly enhance the academic experience. Approved research projects are funded up to $1,000, based on a project budget. Each scholar is awarded a $3,000 scholarship which is privately funded by generous donors to the program.

Hallmarks of the program include: • Collaboration with a community of students, faculty and staff • Commitment to learn, create, and serve together • Hands-on exploration in area of interest • Application of text book knowledge to real life relevance • Scholarship support and supply resources

“It is a privilege to share, study, and research with students. This program is a great advantage to our students and faculty.”

-TRENTON SMITH, PH.D., PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY

STUDENT CALLERS SEEK TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS

Heather Calfee, seniorRiverside, Calif.Cross-Cultural Studies

Natalie Quitasol, sophomoreSanta Cruz, Calif.English Literature

Ben Smith, sophomoreAntelope, Calif.Math for Teachers

Hillary Dodson, sophomoreRedding, Calif.English

IF YOUR PHONE RINGS ONE EVENING, and you hear a friendly voice introducing itself as a Simpson University student, you’ll know you’re talking to one of the young people pictured here. These are the faces of Simpson’s Advancement student callers, a specially trained group whose primary aim is to build relationships with alumni and friends of the university. Many of the calls also offer an opportunity for the recipient to support Simpson through a financial gift.

The student caller program has been in existence since the mid-90s. The program provides a tremendous opportunity for young men and women to learn customer-service skills and gain workplace experience, said Beth Spencer, director of Advancement Services.

Callers work from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. At the end of each evening, the team meets to pray for requests they gathered during the night’s calls. It’s a way the students can give back to people who have supported the university, noted Spencer.


t he President’s Circle honors those who give $1,000 or more to any fund or program at Simpson University during a fiscal year. Reflecting the many interests and inspirations of our

donors, the President’s Circle sustains, strengthens and advances the life of the campus.

From supporting research and athletics to summer missions and new classrooms, President’s Circle members give from the heart. And although the inspirations and interests are broad, the goal is the same: changing lives.

For the past few years, the university has recognized this special group of supporters as members of the Builders Society, but it was exclusive to the Annual Student Scholarship Fund. Now with a new name and broader vision, the President’s Circle will recognize donors’ generous support for all funds and programs on campus.

“It is my hope that this new approach will offer more opportunities to engage with you personally, involve you with the life of the campus, and show you the impact of your investment in Simpson,” said President Larry McKinney.

For more information about the President’s Circle, please call us at (800) 598-2239.

INTRODUCING

THE PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

We are excited to be nearing our $10 million goal for our first major capital campaign,

which offers a challenge goal of $13 million. Your donations support these projects:

STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND ($4.5 MILLION)Raised & pledged to date: $3.6 million

FINE ARTS CENTER ($4 MILLION)Raised & pledged to date: $1.875 million

SCIENCE AND NURSING BUILDING ($3 MILLION)Raised & pledged to date: $1 million

FACULTY DEVELOPMENT ($1 MILLION)Raised & pledged to date: $909,000 (90% committed)

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT ($500,000)Raised & pledged to date: $179,000

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UPDATE: GATEWAY TO THE FUTURE CAMPAIGN 2008-2010

Raised & pledged as of Aug. 31, 2009: $7.6 million

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