Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Colossians 2:7
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Howdy! As the new Editor-in-Chief of Roots Magazine this semester, I am thankful for the ring of support around me. I am blessed to have a team of people who are delightful to work with. I hope you see pieces of their personalities through the photos taken, words written, and pages designed. To my team, thank you for all your hard work this past semester, and for bringing your laughter to every meeting. I love you all! I am also blessed to have a God who loves me enough to help me through anything big or small. Through this past semester, I have come to know him as my strength and my rock. As some of you enter a new season of life, remember that God is never far from you and He loves when we talk to him. I hope that this semester’s Roots Magazine reminds you to celebrate a year well run! No matter how many years you have been at Grace College, you all worked hard to get to this point. You have learned and grown in so many ways. I encourage you, before rushing into new things, to take some time to relax and remember the past year. Remember the difficult and sad times, the late nights with friends, and the memories filled with laughter. Please enjoy looking through this semester’s magazine. Thank you for a fun year to document and look back on! Here’s to many more fun years to come! Sincerely, Abby Kiehn, Editor-in-Chief
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Ella Ruh
Ellie Bergstrand
Year . . . 2nd year Major . . . Psychology Job . . . Photographer Fav. Book . . . Trumpet of the Swan
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Grace May
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Luke Erickson
Jenna Lovell
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Allison Mroczek
Andrej Glavas
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Year . . . 3rd year Major . . . VCD Job . . . Designer Fav. Book . . . The Screwtape Letters
Year . . . 3rd year Major . . . Art Job . . . Designer Fav. Book . . . Love Does
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Year . . . 1st year Major . . . Photography Job . . . Photographer Fav. Book . . . Pride and Prejudice
Year . . . 3rd year Major . . . Marketing Job . . . Journalist Fav. Book . . . Tuesdays with Morrie
Year . . . 1st year Major . . . VCD Job . . . Designer Fav. Book . . . The Penderwicks
Year . . . 3rd year Major . . . VCD Job . . . Designer Fav. Book . . . Game of Thrones
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Chapter One 09 17 19 21
Senior Photos Tribute to Dr. Norris Senior Showcase Interesting Academia
Chapter Two 27 29 31 33 37 39
Chapel Worship Teams Interesting Athletics Winter & Spring Athletics National Championships and More Open Mic Night The Joust
Chapter Three 47 49 51 53
Focus on the Theater Interesting Instagram The Sounding Board A Day in the Life: Nursing
Chapter Four 59 61 63 65 67
Counseling Services Library Trivia Spring Activities Local Coffee Shops Coloring Page
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Senior Grads
Ruth Abel
Adelle Baker
Autumn Anderson
Grace Anderson
Krystal Araujo
“Why waste time say lot word when few word do trick?” - Kevin Malone
“The best way to get something done is to hold near and dear and uh uh…anyway.” - Joe Biden
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” Proverbs 16:3
Josiah Baker
Gideon Baldridge
Alexis Bergman
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Caden Bergman “Try everything: you lose nothing in trying.”
“The night is not young, and neither am I.”
Olivia Bergman
Mark Bahr
Rebecca Biller
Joseph Bird
Carlee Blackburn “She’s got a book for every situation” - Harry Styles
Olivia Bliler
Wyatt Blosser
Katy Boeckers
Carli Breedlove
“How do I sum up four years of my life in one sentence?”
“Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain.” - Vivian Greene
Jacob Burks
Alice Burnette
Jabon Butler
“Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men!” - JFK
“Shoot, that was expensive.”
“1 Corinthians 16:13-14”
Aaron Carlson
Issac Carlson
Juana Cervantes
"If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy." - Red Green
Ethan Buller
Jarah Byler
Aiden Callahan
Frederik Christman
Ben Clark
“Leave the bubble with open eyes, so you are able to experience what is around you!”
Mayzie Clark
Joel Close
“Sadie Roberts is my
“Where'd you get that cheeese, Danny?”
best friend.”
Amanda Brinson
- Shane Gillis
Emma Conrad
Eliana Conrades
Grace Crocker
“I’d like to thank the third floor “Goodbye may seem forever. Fare- “‘Grace goes to Grace’ well is like the end, but in my heart does in fact get old after of the library for getting me four years.” through my academic career.” is the memory and there you will
always be.” – Widow Tweed
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Allison Dolby
Makayla Downden
Jonathan Downey
Wyatt Eaeschke
“Would I rather be feared or loved? Easy. Both. I want people to be afraid of how much they love me” - Michael Scott
“If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” - John 15:5
"I have no clue what I'm doing but I know that I am doing it really well." -Andy Dwyer
“Finally Done!”
Jenna Eaton
David Elsner
Theodore Faur
Itsel Flores-Uribe
“A platypus? PERRY the platypus!”
“Pause”
“Would you believe this all happened because I accidentally applied to the wrong Grace College?”
“He’s making them at night, I know he is” - Shane Gillis
“YHLQMDLG” - Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio
Nina Gable
Shyanne Gardner
Analise Gillette
Noah Frock
Leah Engler
“your…” (see Faith Hergenrather’s quote)
Olga Greathouse “If you only do what you can do, you will never be more than you are now”
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Josephine Gusa
“I could make a great town crier.”
Matthew Helton “Goodbye everyone. I’ll remember you all in therapy.” - Plankton
Isabella Eaton
Sara Gomez “We're adults. When did that happen? And how do we make it stop?” - Meredith Grey
Jennifer Hernandez Hannah Henderson “If you're not willing to hold a toilet brush, you've got no business holding a microphone.” - Mike Donehey
Faith Hergenrather
Mallory Hiatt
Cade Jackson
Elizabeth Holien
Makenzie Hoskins
Anna Hulstedt
“Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana.”
(see nina gable’s quote) “…mom :D”
Katie Jones
Tucker Kats
Heidi Keiser
“I have no idea what I’m going to do tomorrow. How exciting!” - Night at the Museum 3
"Now this chapter of our lives will end What is next? Wait and see and I'll never say goodbye " - History by Chewiecatt
“Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.” - Corrie ten Boom
"Anyone can go through a slump. Anyone can feel anxious, but you grow up when you overcome it." – MoonBin, ASTRO
Alyssa Lewan
Amornrat Kiatkamonmal
Brittney Klotz
Skyler Knisely
Moriah Kuebler
Andrew Lengacher
“I know what to do. But in a much more real sense, I have no idea what to do. ” -Micheal Scott
“God's love is relentless and His timing is perfect.”
“The best shenanigans are unplanned”
“I’m not making them at night, dad.”
Makayla Libey
Aubree Linhart
Catherine Long
Camryn Lund
Zachery Maierle
“Let go, let God “
“The economy stinks, bees are dying, and movies are all pretty much sequels now.”
“To live for the hope of
“What should my quote be? ‘Hands go up!!!’ or ‘All Abooooooooard!!!’?”
“Life will throw you curves, just keep fouling them out. The right pitch will come and when it does, be prepared to run the bases.”
- Shane Gillis
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Sydney Mais
Bisher Mansour
“I ain’t proud of all of it, but I’d do it all again, ‘cause it’s all been so fun.”
“I spent 39,447 hours of my life for a paper and a handshake.”
Victor Mejia Ochoa
Grace Miller
Kiersten Martin
Melika Minnaar
Cora Masar
Maegan McGlothin
“Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.” - C.S. Lewis
“You are what you do, not what you say you’ll do.”
Hannah Misch
Jasmine Moreland
“If you carved out every valley using glaciers and rain, surely then I trust you’ll guide me for this lifetime of terrain”
“Too many people leave this world a duplicate of it when Jesus died on the cross for us to be an original. Be the difference.”
- Benjamin William Hastings
Amber Morse
Reagan Motsinger
Jenna Mueller
Hayden Mullet
“Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.” Psalm 25:5
"...let us go on and take the adventure that shall fall to us." - CS Lewis, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
"Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.” - Proverbs 31:25
“Choose Joy, today is THE BEST DAY, because if it were my LAST DAY, i would want it to be my BEST DAY”
Addy Norton
Emily Oden
Trenton Parker
“1 Peter 4:19”
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Noah Peli “What do you think I am? A magical Genius or something?”
Alexander Nicol
Josh Pettifor
Colin Pflederer
Erin Roffey “Jesus is plan A and plan B”
David Schramm
Eilo Rainwater
Logan Ringgold
“Be the You you wanna see in the world. If that looks kinda weird, you know you’re doing it right! Good job!”
“I’m a coco puff in a cheerio box” - Gershom Tadesse
Abigail Roth “Phillipians 4:13 <3”
Lila Schuiteman
Shannon Rockey
Ryan Rodriguez
Gabrielle Royer
JoAnn Saloga
Mang Sang
“Don't cry because it's over smile because it happens” - Dr. Seuss
“Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” - John 15:13 ESV
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” - Philippians 4:13
Americus Sears
Desiree Seymour
Braden Smith
“We only have one life, but we can choose what kind of story it's going to be” - Rachel Dare
“I gotta figure out how to make money on this thing. It’s simply too good.”
Nathaniel St.Luise
Tyler Stansford
Jackson Stewart
“Remember Kids: God made you special! And He loves you very much! Goodbye!” Bob and Larry
“I wish there was a way to know you were in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.”
“Thanks A Latte”
Hunter Smith
Kate Sperry “If laughing is a good thing, and laughing is a contagious thing, then laugh as loud as you can.”
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Isaiah Stockman
Cassidy Stults “Careful! We quickly get used to most things and easily forget how amazing they are - celebrate the mundane!”
Alise Terhune
Lauren Thonn “I go by Madi.”
Michaela Troyer
Tye Wade “Aaron Crabtree”
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Anisa Stumbo “Make things better everywhere you go.” - My Dad
Nicole Stutzman
Carli Swindell
“I’m 21 years old. I have no money, no prospects, I’m already a burden to my parents, and I’m frightened.” - Charlotte Lucas (Pride and Prejudice)
Margaret Titus
Cristina Tlahuetl-Zaca
“Maybe our favorite quotations say more about us than the stories and people we’re quoting” -John Green
“Turn your struggles into a beautiful story that inspires others. Si se puedo!”
"I've been knocked down time and time again. Got picked back up by love and a few good friends." - Luke Combs
Kyah Troyer
Regan VanderWall
Martha Velasco
Sydney Victa
Landan Voss
“Live to the point of tears” - Albert Camus
“Paciencia y Fe”
“Be joyful, though you have considered all the facts.” - Wendell Berry
“A man can change his stars”
Ellie Wagoner
Will Walker
Reilly Walston “What feels like the end is often the beginning”
Nicholas Wetherington
Skylar Wetzell
Berverly Winters
“I’m so tired, but I’ve never been more ready to climb the mountains ahead.” - Micaela Eberly
Joshua Wuthrich
Zane Winyard
Hannah Wolfe
“Assume that a penguin is a circular cylinder”
“I trust in the next chapter because I know the Author.”
Katelyn Wuthrich
Nate Woolery “I'm making them at night” - Shane Gillis
Rachel Wykert
Seth Yoder
“Here I am Lord, send me” -Isaiah 6:8
“What’s Up Brother”
Ella Zeigner
Ben Zelenka
“I love change, I hate change, life is a paradox. “
“Stop taking yourself so seriously, laugh at yourself a little”
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TRIBUTE To Dr.Norris
Dr. Mark Norris is one of Grace’s most beloved professors. Starting December 18th through the first week of May, Norris took a sabbatical leave from teaching.
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“I’m really driven in what I do; I always put in 110%,” Norris said. “[Sabbatical leave] has helped me to rejuvenate and focus more on God, my family, and myself.”
While this is a break from teaching for Norris that has been restful, it’s not a complete break. During his time off, he has been working on two different works. “I finished an article on 16th century Essex for a journal,” Norris said, “and I’m finishing up my book on Billy Sunday’s wife. There are no real works out on her right now.” Norris believes there is more to Sunday’s wife than meets the eye. She helped to bring Billy’s campaigns to a national level. “She and Billy were some of the most well-known people in America in the 1920s,” Norris said. “She was a national evangelist and a good role model for girls. She was rightfully sold as the nation’s mother.” Norris is not only proud of the work he’s put into this book but he’s also accomplished quite a few other feats in his time here at Grace. Over the past 20 years, Norris has helped to create some of the biggest programs at Grace to date. “I helped start the History/Political Science departments as well as the Pre-Law program,” Norris said. Dr. Norris served as Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences starting in 2010. He oversaw the transition to the School of Arts and Humanities in 2023, leaving the Dean post in late 2023. During his time as Dean, Norris made vast changes to the general education classes that all students are required to take. He also created more programs and
majors so students could have more options in their field of study. “I helped in revising the gen ed classes, starting the engineering program, and bringing in partnerships with other schools to create the Medical Imaging and Political Science majors.” Although these programs have since drawn many students to Grace, they are not his most proud accomplishment. Norris has been the faculty advisor for the mediation team for some time now. “We just keep getting better. This last competition was just over the top, phenomenal,” Norris said. “We swept the awards away and I’m very proud of that team.” The mediation team attends competitions where they come up with peaceful conflict resolutions as an alternative to the court system. “I’m inspired by the Bible verse that says ‘blessed are the peacemakers,’” Norris said. “You don’t sue someone, rather you work with a mediator to come up with a solution in a non-adversary way.” With that being said, Norris just loves his students. The biggest thing he misses in his time off is the interactions with his students as well as his colleagues. “The students are my favorite part of this job,” Norris said. “The Grace students are so good, they just shine. I can tell they all work really hard.”
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Each year, seniors in the Visual Art and Design program at Grace are allowed to showcase their skills in their senior art and design projects. The course itself allows students to pull together all their experience and knowledge they’ve gained throughout the program. They then create a collective portfolio that gives these students the chance to get critiqued by professionals and potentially land internships or jobs. Along with the exhibition, students attended mock interviews during the course. They were then able to practice sharing their portfolio and who they are as artists. This year’s exhibits showcased work from Dakota Ames, Joy Antonini, Kris Davis, Luke Erickson, Andrej Glavas, Ethan Jordan, Liberty Malone, Amber Morse, Kyah Troyer, Regan VanderWall, Kylie Vida and Janae Wise.
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Grace offers a wide variety of majors, and with that, many different classes. Some are familiar, core classes, but some are more unique. Here are some courses you may not have realized are offered at Grace.
C.S. Lewis This course is a survey of the works of C.S. Lewis. His works are examined in light of Lewis being a fantasist, science fiction writer, and theological storyteller. Taught by: Dr. Emily Redman Offered: Fall
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Songwriting
Students learn the basic elements of composing contemporary music. The focus is on worship songs for the local church. The class includes instruction on melody/lyric construction, harmonic/rhythmic patterns, and more. Taught by: Dr. Walter Brath Offered: Spring A
Wild, Wild West In this course students investigate the history of the American West and learn the effects of the Western image on America as a whole. There is an examination of global reactions to the image as well. Taught by: Dr. Gregory R. Jones Offered: Spring (online)
NashvilleContemporary Music Center
This program is offered for students pursuing a Worship Arts degree. Students may take the opportunity to spend a semester in Nashville, Tennessee and take 16-credit hours at the Contemporary Music Center (CMC). Students can choose to take the artist, business, or technical track. Students are able to gain experience in areas such as composing, recording, live event production, performing, management, and more.
Robotics
Taught by: Dr. Walter Brath Offered: Spring (off campus)
The focus of this course is on robotic mechanisms, dynamics, and intelligent controls. Students get the opportunity to be trained on a KUKA 6-axis educational robot while learning the design, dynamics, and sensors behind it. Taught by: Dr. Fred Wentorf Offered: Spring
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Living in a Chirst-centered community is one of the biggest parts of campus life here at Grace. Whether it’s regularly scheduled chapels during the week, midnight chapel, worship nights, or even a missions conference, there are so many opportunities for students to grow their relationship with God. The chapel team plays a huge role in promoting and running many of these events for students. One of the biggest events the chapel team was able to put on for students this year was thanks to a private donor. During the regularly scheduled fall semester day of worship, every student was given a study Bible in their native language.
chapel, run rehearsals, give cues to the band throughout sets, and coordinate everything else that goes with the worship during chapel. Connelly is currently in his second year in this position. He enjoys being able to worship with the team. “Everyone brings something different to the table,” Connelly said. “Each person on the team worships in their way.” The chapel team works tirelessly to get students involved in any way they can. One of the easiest ways to involve students is through student seminars and chapels that feature student speakers.
“Students who didn’t previously have access to the Word now have Bibles,” chapel coordinator JoAnn Saloga said. “Knowing now that all students on campus have their own Bible is an incredible feeling.”
“Students can identify with the struggles of other students the most,” Saloga said. “It’s so exciting to see when students buy into the message and talk about it with their friends later.”
Saloga and the other chapel coordinators work hard throughout the year planning all these events, having weekly meetings with the chapel team, coordinating with the worship band, and so much more. Saloga is serving in her third year on the team and has loved the opportunity to work with a God-loving team.
The chapel team gets a front-row seat in seeing the spiritual growth of the Grace student body as a whole. Saloga has enjoyed her time serving on the time and what she’s been able to witness. “It’s so fun to partner with students,” Saloga said. “I love seeing how the Lord is moving on campus.”
The other half of the chapel team is the chapel worship team. Third-year student Donovan Connelly is one of the student chapel band coordinators this year. Connelly works closely with the other coordinator, Lily Williams, to plan all the music for each
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Dolores Hively
With all the success the Grace men’s basketball team has had over the years, it’s no surprise that many locals attend the games. However, there is one community member who never seems to miss a game: Dolores Hively. Hively, who plans to celebrate her 90th birthday this year, has attended almost every Grace men’s basketball game since she moved to the area decades ago. However, basketball wasn’t what got her into sports.
“They’re just such good kids. I love watching them and how they grow together.” “Really, I was raised on football,” Hively said. “I’m from Pennsylvania, so I’ve always been a Pittsburgh fan. I watched football from the time I was two years old.” Years ago, Hively and her first husband moved from Pennsylvania to Warsaw for him to go to Grace. However, after his first semester, he dropped out. “Not too long after he dropped out, we got divorced,” Hively said. “He moved, but I stayed here because I had a good job.” Hively started going to basketball games right about when she moved here so long ago. “I played intramural basketball in high school since the schools at the time didn’t really have girls’ teams. That’s really what drew me to the game,” Hively said. “When my first husband and I moved out here, we started going to the ball games.”
“Really, I was raised on football. I’m from Pennsylvania, so I’ve always been a Pittsburgh fan. I watched football from the time I was two years old.”
Hively loves watching the men’s games and the way they interact with each other. “They’re just such good kids,” Hively said. “I love watching them and how they grow together.” Although she loves watching and being involved in the Grace family, Hively has quite a large family of her own. “I have five living children,” Hively said, “but I also have 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. They keep me busy.” Hively enjoys watching the success of her children and grandchildren, but keeps a close eye on the success of the Lancers. “I always look forward to seeing how [the men’s team] does every year,” Hively said. “I’m always so proud.”
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National Champions
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This year, the Lancers have been quite successful in a variety of sports. From league champions to NCCAA National Champions, here are the year’s highlights. Of the 19 national championships Grace has won, four of them were earned this year! Here are some highlights of the athletic seasons!
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Men’s and Women’s Cross Country The men’s and women’s cross country teams earned the NCCAA National Champion title for the third straight year. Additionally, coach Michael Moffitt was named the NCCAA National Coach of the Year for both teams. The top four finishers on the men’s side included Cole Johnston, Dimitri Margaritidis, Korry Hamlin, and Logan Rufenacht who earned fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh places respectively. The women’s team built on the 2023 women’s track and field NCCAA National Championship. This year, Esther Cameron and Mallory Hiatt finished at the same time to clinch third place, and Cece Mitchell, just barely behind them, grasped fifth place. Of the Lancers, eight men and seven women earned AllAmerican honors in the race.
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Volleyball For the first time since 1995, the Lancer volleyball team earned a NCCAA national title. The team took down MidAmerica Christian University to clinch the win. For their success during the game, Alisha Leffring and Katie Swanson were also named to the NCCAA All-Tournament Team. The team finished the year with a winning record of 24-11 under coach Katie Hill. Most of the players are returning next year so hopes are high for another good year!
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The men’s basketball team completed a three-peat by winning the Crossroads League Tournament. Heading into the NAIA tournament, the team’s record was 30-1. The team went on to earn the number one overall seed in the NAIA, making it all the way to the Final Four. Coach Scott Moore led the team in this historic season.
Women’s Basketball To cap off their successful season, the women’s basketball team finished with a NCCAA national title. This marks the first title in program history. Grace beat Carolina 65-51 to win the championship. Coach Dan Davis was aslo selected as NCCAA Coach of the Year. “I am just so overcome with emotion for what this moment represents,” said head coach Dan Davis. “So many men and women have come before me to help lay the foundation for what was accomplished today. I could not be more thankful to President Flamm, former President Katip, and Athletic Director Chad Briscoe for allowing me to lead this program.”
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One of the most favored events by students throughout the year is Open Mic Night. These nights consist of coffee, singing, fellowship, and more. At Open Mic Night, students get the chance to showcase their singing abilities through covers of other artists, or their original songs. These nights typically take place at the campus Starbucks, but depending on the crowd or time of year, they sometimes take place somewhere else such as the fire pit in front of the Kent apartments. They are fun not only for those who sing but also for those who come to enjoy their peers singing live. The tradition of Open Mic Night has been around for quite some time and has become something that students look forward to each semester. Check the Lowdown and Lancer Life posts for updates on where and when the next opportunity to attend an Open Mic Night is.
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Although Grace’s theatre program isn’t one of the largest programs on campus, it is one of the most tight-knit groups. This is one of the reasons full-time faculty member Mike Yocum enjoys his job so much. “Theatre is something people do because they want to,” Yocum said. “It’s fun to connect personally with students.”
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Yocum has his hands full regarding all things ‘show biz.’ Each year, Yocum directs a fall play and the spring musical. He also oversees Back in 5, Remnant and the Cabaret shows. He also helps with lighting for events across campus. Having so many responsibilities isn’t his biggest struggle though. “The hardest thing I do every year is choose a musical,” Yocum said. “It needs to be something that’s good, something that fits Grace, something that fits the theatre we have, and fits the people that audition.”
With that being said, this year’s shows included Little Women as the fall play and the musical Honk! this spring. “We did Honk! once before in 2008, but I felt like this was a good show for this group of people,” Yocum said. “I had about forty students audition, then, I cast around twenty college students, and four small children.” Although the audition process is difficult, Yocum loves everything about theater and the atmosphere it creates. “A family is created each time you do a show,” Yocum said. “Plus, I love being able to provide this creative outlet for students.” Not only does Yocum enjoy directing productions, but he also spends time acting in shows himself.
“I’ve been in close to 90 productions at the Wagon Wheel Theater,” Yocum said. However, out of all those productions, Yocum does have a favorite. “I really like Hairspray,” Yocum said. “I played Tracy’s Dad. It’s my favorite because the music and storyline are a lot of fun.” Being in productions drives his love for plays and musicals. Yocum finds it important that all students feel welcome to get involved. “[The theater program is] only based on your ability and interest,” Yocum said. “You don’t have to be a communications major or have a theatre background. Everyone is welcome to audition.”
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Interesting Instagram
Grace students have been using Instagram to stay connected for awhile now. However, one use of Instagram that has developed more recently is through fun Grace-related Instagram accounts.
GRACE COLLEGE MEMES The Grace College Memes page started as a Facebook page, but in September of 2021, the page branched out to Instagram to reach current students. The focus of the page is to feature student-made memes about things happening at Grace. The topics of the memes range from chapel topics to the everchanging weather of the Midwest. Any student can submit a meme to the page to get the chance to be posted.
GRACE BAD PARKING The Grace Bad Parking page started in February of 2022 with a photo of Campus Safety’s bad parking job. The page features students, faculty, and anyone who parks poorly on campus. Students can submit photos of cars they see that they think is a bad parking job to potentially have the photo posted to the Grace Bad Parking Instagram.
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OVERHEARD AT GRACE Overheard at Grace features a variety of quotes submitted by students. The quotes include funny or strange things the students overheard but may not have been part of a conversation they were in. The page started in October of 2022 and has been a hit with many students.
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The Sounding Board is Grace’s oldest and only student-led newspaper. The first newspaper dates back to May 1954. The Sounding Board strives to provide students with up-to-date news on the happenings of Grace College.
The newspaper team meets once a week and is open to all students. The meetings include brainstorming and assigning articles for the bi-weekly newspaper. This semester’s student editor-in-chief is senior David Schramm and the faculty advisor is Debbie Sprong. The Sounding Board is a great way to make your voice heard on campus and provide students with a news source that is relevant to their daily lives.
If a student has a story they think The Sounding Board would like, they can contact the editor-inchief to submit it to the newspaper. They must first present their article idea, and if it is accepted, they get to write the article. The Sounding Board also accepts letters for article submissions.
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DAY IN THE LIFE OF A Nursing Major
One thing most students can agree upon is that nursing is one of the most difficult majors offered at Grace. Not only is it challenging, but it can also be the most rewarding. Sophomore Emily Norris, is just finishing up her second year in the program and has similar feelings.
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“My day typically starts around 6-7 am,” Norris said. “Then, I have class at 8 am most days and each class is 2-3 hours long. I usually have 1-2 classes every day.” Spending so much time in class, Norris has to schedule her time well. “After class, I have to start studying,” Norris said. Norris finds herself spending most of her time outside of class studying since there is so much information she has to understand. Norris is studying to become a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. She’s known she has wanted to pursue this for a while now. “I just love kids,” Norris said. “Knowing I can help kids in a position like this makes me excited.” “The sacrifices you have to make to your social life and other things you’ve done previously are quite hard,” Norris said. “Often you’re missing out on campus events and things that your friends do.” On days the nursing students have clinicals, it can be even more strenuous. Not to mention, students of-
ten find themselves exhausted after the 12-hour days. “On clinical days, I really work from 6 am - 6 pm,” Norris said. “They’re long days.” Although the clinical can be long and quite stressful at times, Norris feels they are fulfilling for her. “When you begin your clinical experience you can start to apply what you learn in the classroom to real people,” Norris said. “It’s amazing to see how these things are not just textbook knowledge and how they apply to actual people.” Norris is confident that Grace is preparing her for a position in the nursing field post-graduation. She has already encountered many situations in her clinicals that she expects to find when she lands a job. “The professors can have deep connections with students since it’s such a small school,” Norris said. “The program here at Grace sets you up with very hands-on things to prepare you for the real world systematically.”
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Counseling Services
Grace provides students with the opportunity to attend counseling right on campus. The counseling services at Grace consist of nine clinicians along with the Health and Counseling Services Director, Deb McEvoy. McEvoy strives to put a face to mental health and works to help students understand the importance of their mental and physical well-being.
“It makes sense to be nervous,” McEvoy said, “but it’s much worse to struggle with something alone than have someone to sort things out with.” Often students struggle going to counseling because they don’t want to commit to going every week. “You’re only committing to go one time,” McEvoy said. “If you don’t want to go consistently, it’s okay.” Grace students have the opportunity of eight free counseling sessions per semester, but group therapy is always free. One of the free groups in partnership with the counseling services is Together We Stand. This student-run group started 5-6 years ago and includes many students who have never stepped foot in counseling. The group promotes physical and mental health well-being.
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“This group is very active and is always looking for students to get plugged in,” McEvoy said. “The group is really for everyone. Whether or not you’re struggling with mental or physical health, this group is great about advocating for students and walking alongside each other.” Finally, Wally, Grace’s therapy dog, is one of the biggest additions to the counseling services this year. Wally is a large, black Newfoundland dog who enjoys interacting with students and snacking on his freeze-dried salmon treats. Wally and his handler started visiting Grace in the winter and have continued to visit each Wednesday. “Wally really has a passion for the students,” Wally’s handler said. “He loves being around students and I love seeing the joy he brings them.” Students can stop by the Gordon Health and Wellness Center each Wednesday from 12-1 pm to meet and interact with Wally. If you have any questions about the counseling services or anything related, contact Deb McEvoy.
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As the temperatures warm up and summer approaches, there are many outdoor activities in the Winona Lake/Warsaw area to check out this spring. Bring some friends along, or explore on your own!
Fishing on Winona Lake Try your luck at fishing down at Winona Lake. Grab some friends, or enjoy the relaxing time by the water yourself. Don’t forget to purchase an Indiana fishing license first!
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Potawatomi Wildlife Park Dark Sky A little further outside the area, you can find the dark sky preserve at Potawatomi Wildlife Park. This is the perfect Spring activity to enjoy once it gets dark outside. The preserve is only open by reservation via email, but if you’re looking for a place to stargaze, the views will not disappoint.
Winona Lake Trails Head over to the trails and go for a walk, a run, or even a bike ride. If you don’t own a bike, you can rent one down in The Village at The Trailhouse. Take time to enjoy the beautiful scenery around town. Plus, the trails can be accessed right on campus beside Beta.
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The Village Farmer’s Market Head down to the Farmer’s Market hosted at Miller Sunset Pavilion in The Village. Starting in May, you can check out this market every Saturday.
Kosciusko County Farmers and Artisans Market November-April, this downtown market is held twice a month, then weekly in the summer. Get some fresh produce and plants and see what the artisans have to offer.
Warsaw Biblical Gardens Check out Warsaw Biblical Gardens in downtown Warsaw. The garden includes plants that are meant to be plants of the Bible and are as historically accurate as possible. For bulb displays, it is recommended to visit between April 15 and May 10, but for the highest color, visit before July 4th.
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Local Coffee
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Coffee shops provide the perfect environment to connect with friends, have a meeting, or study for upcoming exams. You don’t have to go far from Grace to get a good cup of coffee either. The Winona Lake/Warsaw area is crawling with places to get the perfect pick-meup no matter what time of day it is. Here are some local cafés you’ll want to check out. Light Rail Down in the Winona Lake Village is one of the most student-friendly coffee shops around. Not only can Grace students use their flex to get coffee, but there’s tons of indoor and outdoor seating available. With temperatures warming up in the spring, students can even walk since the location is so close. Recommendation: Chai Tea Latte Wire & Steam Just a couple minutes down the road, Wire & Steam is a great place to slow down and stay awhile. This café features abstract art lining the walls and free wifi. The spacious shop is tucked just far enough away from the hustle and bustle of campus, but close enough to get back for your afternoon or evening classes. Recommendation: Frosted Cupcake Latte
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As of this year, Three Crowns Coffee opened a second location in the area. The newer location is just seconds from campus and includes a bookstore on the second floor. The coffee shop features an open floor plan with comfortable seating and a breathtaking view of the lake. Recommendation: Cinnabun Latte Creighton’s Crazy Egg Best known for their homestyle breakfast food, Creighton’s menu also features a full coffee bar. Although this restaurant is closer to 15 minutes from campus, it’s worth the drive. The café and restaurant features decorations that have been reworked from their old purpose in the family’s barn. The experience that’s found at Creighton’s is like no other. Recommendation: French Toast Latte The River Brand new to the area as of this spring, The River is situated in the heart of downtown Warsaw. The café features the perfect view of the town and provides an atmosphere that’s great for anything from studying to socializing. The menu doesn’t stop at coffee here either. The River has delicious sandwiches, pastries, and even cake pops that you’re sure to enjoy. Recommendation: Oreo Latte with Strawberry Cold Foam
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Scan this QR code for all the photos from the semester!
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