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BETHEL INVESTOR News for Donors to Bethel University
NSF Grant Awarded to Biology Professor Bethel Breaks Ground on New Wellness Center Bethel University broke ground on a new 22,500-square-foot Wellness Center on October 8 as hundreds of students, student-athletes, staff, faculty, donors, alumni, Board of Trustee members, friends, and vendors associated with the project gathered to celebrate the occasion. Construction is expected to begin this month. If you’d like to contribute, contact the Office of Development at 651.635.8050. Read a news story to learn more about the project.
“Bethel is all about the mind, body, and spirit. Now we can focus more on the body.” —Brian Provost ’91, investor “We walk around other campuses and see their great facilities. As we’re breaking ground, it’s exciting to know that ours will be similar—just as cool as theirs. We’re looking forward to training in the new facility.” —Tim Ness ’15, soccer player
A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL WHO MADE THIS PROJECT A REALITY!
Assistant Professor of Biology Sara Wyse has been awarded a three-year, $67,309 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for research on the collaborative project, “From the learner’s perspective: Unpacking the why and how of model-based learning about biological systems.” Wyse ’05, is Bethel’s fourth current NSF grant recipient in the College of Arts & Sciences. Check out more about the NSF grant.
Bethel’s Vision and Strategic Objectives At the Bethel University Board of Trustee meetings in October, board members affirmed the five strategic options presented by the Strategic Coalition, a group of trustees, senior administrators, and faculty who are developing a vision and set of strategic objectives to guide the university during the next 10 years. Final recommendations on the strategic options will be presented to the board for their approval at their February 2015 meeting.
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Highlights of Each School COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES Professor of Art Ken Steinbach ’83 recently received the 2014 Arlin G. Meyer Prize in Visual Arts, given by the National Network Board of the Lilly Fellows Program in Humanities and the Arts. It is awarded biennially to a network full-time faculty member based on one body of work that demonstrates Christian artistic vocation. Learn more about Steinbach’s award.
COLLEGE OF ADULT & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES/ GRADUATE SCHOOL Doctor of Education professor Mike Lindstrom recently received a 2014 Distinguished Technology Educator award from the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association. Lindstrom is one of just 13 recipients from across the U.S. to be recognized for excellent performance and accomplishments in the professional technical education field. Find out more about the award.
SEMINARY John Morris S’86 was named Bethel Seminary Alumnus of the Year. Morris pastored several congregations and served three tours of duty in the turmoil of the Middle East as a chaplain, bringing the gospel to hun-
dreds of soldiers and helping to broker peace. “Bethel kept me grounded,” he says. “I teach people with loaded weapons . . . to see the cross.” Knowing firsthand the difficulties facing military families, he created Minnesota’s “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon” reintegration program, and now serves as Staff Chaplain of the Army National Guard. He and two other Bethel Seminary grads are considered among the top five chaplains in the U.S. military. See more about John Morris’ impact for the kingdom.
Faculty Recognized as Models of Excellence Bethel’s College of Arts & Sciences has a nearly 40-year history of peer recognition for its faculty members through the annual Faculty Excellence Awards. This year’s recipients are: • Joey Horstman Associate Professor of English Teaching • Adam Johnson Professor of Psychology Scholarship • Joyce LeMay Associate Professor of Business Service • Peter Vogt Associate Professor of Old Testament, Bethel Seminary St. Paul, Bethel Seminary Faculty Excellence Award
Larson-Bethel Baghdad Torah on Display at Seminary Written on skins of about 89 feet, and carefully preserved by an ancient Jewish community in Baghdad across 400 years, the Larson-Bethel Baghdad Torah offers a living testimony to the faithful transmission of God’s Word. It is now on permanent display under a protective case at Bethel Seminary St. Paul. Viewing is free and open to the public. Learn more. The Larson-Bethel Baghdad Torah is a generous gift from the Ken and Barbara Larson family, friends of Bethel Seminary.
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Current Foundation Assets, Endowment As of September 30, 2014, Bethel’s endowment was $35.8 million and total assets under management were $130 million. For more information about opportunities available through the Bethel Foundation, contact Angella Hjelle, Bethel Foundation executive director, at a-hjelle@ bethel.edu or 651.635.1001 (800.255.8706, ext. 1001).
Bethel’s Foundation and Endowment Bring Financial Stability to University Since 1971, the Bethel University Foundation’s two objectives—to benefit donors by helping them meet their financial goals and to support the university as a whole with enhanced financial strength and stability—have sustained Bethel’s mission to prepare leaders who serve with excellence in every aspect of life. Learn more about how the Foundation can help you achieve your planned giving goals.
Men’s Golf Claims First MIAC Title The Bethel University men’s golf team claimed their first conference title in program history on October 6 by shooting a 297 in the final round of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) Championships. The Royals held a three-stroke lead heading into the final day and held on to win by six strokes over the closest competitor, thanks to 12 birdies throughout the final day of play. Read more about the men’s golf championship.
Royals Preview Bethel University’s winter sports teams concluded the 2013-14 campaign with a lot of excitement and are now beginning a new season of competition. The women’s hockey team looks to build upon its success from a year ago, when they won a programrecord 17 games and finished third in the conference. After a turnaround season, the Royals women’s basketball team will also be hungry for continued improvement. One year ago, Bethel’s ladies’ hoops team set an NCAA record for having the biggest conference turnaround in a season—winning 12 more games against
league opponents than the year before. Also on the hardwood, Bethel’s men’s basketball team will attempt to make the MIAC playoffs for the 14th time in the last 16 years, which is the third most appearances by any team in that time period. The men’s hockey team is eager to rebound after dropping 14 games by one goal a season ago. The Royals’ indoor track and field teams will begin competition in January and hope to capitalize on last year’s achievement of sending two student-athletes to the NCAA Indoor National Championships. Check out all the latest scores and profiles.
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ReNew Partnerships Help Bethel Community Build Biblical, Multi-cultural Organization Bethel University recently worked with ReNew Partnerships, an organization that supports the leadership of churches, universities, and ministries in their efforts to build healthy, biblical, multi-cultural organizations. ReNew Partnerships is making recommendations to the President’s Cabinet to help the Bethel community move forward as new initiatives, which will reach out to diverse student populations, launch next fall. “‘Father, may they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me.’” (John 17:23)
On October 22, the Bethel community—students, faculty, and staff— participated in sessions on campus that covered such topics as cultivating a biblical, multi-cultural campus; engaging cultural differences; and ethnic unity and the gospel. The one-day opportunity was designed to equip students, staff, and faculty with a biblical foundation for cultivating multi-ethnic diversity on campus. The day also included a chapel address, “Turtles: Overcoming Heart Issues That Keep Us from Discussing Ethnic Diversity,” by ReNew Partnerships’ leaders. Look for more information in online news stories and in Bethel Magazine.
Thanks for ROARing With Us!
Grandparents Day April 17, 2015
Don’t miss the 3rd annual Grandparents Day, a day just for students and their grandparents to connect on campus. Find out more and complete the Grandparent Information Form to make sure we have grandparents’ contact info. We’ll be happy to mail them an invite!
OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT
Thanks for supporting Bethel students with your gift on ROAR day. Together we raised $104,848. Keep showing your Bethel pride!
Phone: 651.635.8050 Email: development@bethel.edu Web: bethel.edu/giving Editor: Tricia Theurer Designer: Thomas Vukelich ’82
Calendar of Events November
through December 19 “Paper Quilts” Exhibit through December 19 “When You’re Not Looking, I’m Loving You” Exhibit 15 Northern Lights Chorale Fall Concert 18 Philharmonic Orchestra Fall Concert
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Chamber Ensembles Fall Recital
December
4-6 Festival of Christmas 13 Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band Holiday Concert through December 19 “Paper Quilts” Exhibit
through December 19 “When You’re Not Looking, I’m Loving You” Exhibit 19-20 Winter Commencement
February 5-8
Musical: Fiddler on the Roof
See the full calendar of events.