IWU NEWS: Former SGO President Clark Vandeventer running for United States Congressman from California!!

This week my son Clark will officially enter the race for the 23^rd District Congressional Seat from California to the United States Congress. He credits IWU in the preparation it gave him as he embarks on this huge challenge and opportunity. Be watching for the official announcement later this week as Alumni Relations will be posting the press release in Alumni News at that time.

 

Yesterday, I learned Clark will need thousands of mini-Clark bars. For many of you who were on campus in 2000 this may sound familiar. During Clark’s successful run for SGO president at IWU in 2000-2001, mini-Clark bars were one of Clark’s campaign gimmicks. Marion and much of Indiana experienced a run on “Clark” bars during that time. Hopefully, a run is on the horizon not only here but all across the 23^rd Congressional District of California.

 

If you want to help encourage Clark, I will be accepting donations of mini-Clark bars at the Alumni House. I will ship these out to Clark leading up to the California Primary in June and the general election in November. This is one small way we can all take part in helping Clark bring Christian values to California 23^rd District and to his becoming the next United States Congressman from California.

 

Blessings and thank you from a proud father, Lonnie

 

IWU EXPANDING: Florence, KY Education Center

> CAPS is pleased announce the opening of the Florence Education
> Center (FLEC) located in Florence, KY. Students will begin
> utilizing the center Monday, February 15, 2010. Below is the
> contact information for this center.
> Indiana Wesleyan University
>
> Florence Education Center
>
> 600 Meijer Dr, Ste 200
>
> Florence, KY 41042
>
> Office: 859-372-8780 (ext 8780)
>
> Fax: 859-372-8790 (ext 8790)
>

Family proud of Air Force captain

> To view the contents on www.MarionStar.com, go to:

>
> http://www.MarionStar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/201002070705/OPINION03/2070308

Quenton Gibson; City native returns to Roberts as lead guitarist for Rucker band

Quenton Gibson - makes his way in music...

City native returns to Roberts as lead guitarist for Rucker band

http://www.courierpress.com/news/2010/feb/04/living-the-dream/

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IWU Donates $44,000 to Haiti Relief Fund

Indiana Wesleyan University students and employees collected $22,000 for a Haiti Relief Fund, and IWU President Henry Smith said the University would match the offering dollar for dollar.

“Thank you so much for your participation,” Smith told students and faculty at IWU’s Monday chapel service. “I think if we continue our efforts for a few more days, we can get to $50,000.”

A check for the $44,000 already raised was presented Monday to Dr. H.C. Wilson, General Director of Global Partners, which is the missionary arm of The Wesleyan Church.

“On behalf of the people of Haiti, who have been so devastated by this earthquake, I want to say thank you,” Wilson said. “You have no idea how profound your impact will be as Haiti seeks to rebuild.”

The Haiti Relief Fund at IWU began two weeks ago with an offering in chapel. The offering later was extended to IWU’s 1,000 employees and to adult education students at 15 regional campuses in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky.

The denomination took an offering for earthquake relief Sunday at Wesleyan churches around the world, but Wilson said it would be weeks before all of those funds are received and tallied.

The Wesleyan Church has several missionaries in Haiti and operates a hospital on the island of La Gonave. IWU is an institution of The Wesleyan Church.

The Wesleyan Church is an evangelical, Protestant denomination, which has its roots in John Wesley’s Methodism. The denomination has nearly 400,000 constituents in 5,000 churches and missions in 80 countries around the world.

The world headquarters of the denomination are in Fishers, Indiana.

 

An icy Alumni Center at IWU

Local Surgeon Seeking U.S. Senate Seat

HTTP://www.timesuniononline.com/main.asp?SectionID=2&subsectionID=224&articleID=45028

Chapel-auditorium featured

The new chapel-auditorium was dedicated on January 13, 2010, the first service held in the 3,800-seat facility.  The $22 million building, which is the tallest and most significant in IWU history, represents a commitment to the spiritual foundation of the campus.  The auditorium will serve as the campus chapel and provide assembly space for large campus and community events such as graduations, conferences, lecture series and concerts

There are two levels of seating in the building, with the balcony seats extending all the way to the first floor.  The exterior of the building features brick and glass, and the highest point just above the platform is 70 feet.

Standing-room-only ovation for Manual High Christmas show | IndyStar.com | The Indianapolis Star

Standing-room-only ovation for Manual High Christmas show | IndyStar.com | The Indianapolis Star

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LeaderCast Simulcast Event (formerly Maximum Impact)

LeaderCast Simulcast Event (formerly Maximum Impact)
http://events.linkedin.com/LeaderCast-Simulcast-Event-formerly/pub/184914

LeaderCast Simulcast Event (formerly Maximum Impact)

Fri, May 07

LeaderCast Training Simulcast Event, Marion, IN, US

For more information and information on how to register contact

Rick Carder, Director of Alumni Relations - CAS

Phone: 765-677-2110
Email: alumni@indwes.edu

Cost to attend (individual): $29.00 (Group discounts available)
Corporate sponsorship available - Exhibitors welcome: Ticket packets
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IWU ALUMNI MAKING A DIFFERENCE - See Video Connect today

http://link.backlight.tv/indianawes/videos/live-it-out--iwu-influence-in-the-music-industry-26.html

SevenGlory brings IWU's World Changer Influence to the Music Industry. These young men learned servant leadership at Indiana Wesleyan University. Now they are living out their faith as models of IWU's World Changing mission.

Lives changed! Take a look at an inspiring story! Volunteer!

Thank you for your support to the Alumni Association of Indiana Wesleyan University!

 

We are pleased to have your participation in upcoming events – contact bonnie for more information on how to volunteer – bonnie.biggs@indwes.edu

 

Opportunities:

Survival Kits – December 8 – WE NEED YOUR HELP!  Packaged treats for students.  If you wish to donate to help us provide a kit for those who might not otherwise receive one - go to: http://www.indwes.edu/alumni/Survival-Kits/

 

Volunteer at Graduation – December 19 – we are only asking for three hours of your time and we pay for lunch and McConn Coffee!

 

Just for you!

Enjoy the Messiah at IWU - December 12 – let us know you are coming!  For more information got to: www.indwes.edu/thephillippe

 

Connect Video Magazine is all about letting you see how your partnership with IWU is impacting lives. The magazine is made up of various channels that focus on stories around a specific theme. From Athletics, to Church Matching Scholarship, to students across the country, your connection with IWU matters. As you explore these stories, continue to pray for the students and consider partnering with us financially to continue transforming minds in the name of Christ.

Be sure to click the "subscribe button" to receive an email notification when new stories are posted to the magazine.

Father to the Fatherless: The Erik Longenecker Story

Erik's background could have destroyed him. God had a different plan. See how this young man has chosen to be a world changer at Indiana Wesleyan University.

http://www.indwes.edu/connectvideo/lives-impacted.htm

 

For more stories - http://www.indwes.edu/connectvideo/

 

 

ALUMNI: www.indwes.edu/alumni

Mission Statement: Indiana Wesleyan University is a Christ-centered academic community committed to changing the world by developing students in character, scholarship and leadership.

 

New IWU Alumni Directory Coming!  Watch for information from HARRIS CONNECT.

For more information please go to http://harrisconnect.com/directory

Unofficial Blog Feed: http://iwualumni.blogspot.com

Using Facebook? http://www.facebook.com/rickEcarder

HOMECOMING GROUP: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=10293253091

IWU WORLD CHANGERS ALUMNI GROUP: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=8758362357

 

Facebook Alumni Association Fan Page -

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Marion-IN/Indiana-Wesleyan-University-Alumni-Association/61632388536

 

Using LinkedIN? http://www.linkedin.com/in/rickcarder

 

LinkedIN ALUMNI GROUP - http://www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=119169

 

 

University Chorale at Music Extravaganza

IWU Music Extravaganza Concert

At Madison Park Church of God in Anderson, Indiana

IWU Music Extravaganza - Anderson, IN

You are Invited

 

Music Extravaganza

Indiana Wesleyan University

Chorale & Wind Ensemble

 

November 1, 2009 at 6:00 PM

Jazz Ensemble Pre-Concert at 5:35 PM

 

Madison Park Church of God

6607 Providence Dr., Anderson

765-642-2000

 

Reception following the Concert

 

Homecoming 2009 - Indiana Wesleyan University

>

Family Weekend - Nov. 13-14

ATTENTION: Alumni parents and IWU Students! 

Family Weekend '09

 

November 13-14

 

For more information or to register, go to

www.indwes.edu/family-weekend

 

It is our privilege to invite you and your family to this year's Family Weekend. Please take time to review and register at the above website and plan to join us on November 13th and 14^th. 

Enrollment Update

Enrollment Update 

Fall 2009 enrollment on Indiana Wesleyan University's Marion campus is up 1.4 percent from a year ago. Enrollment in Marion has increased 22.3 percent over the last five years.  There are 3,245 students enrolled this fall, in what once comprised the College of Arts and Sciences as it was organized in past years, compared to 3,201 in 2008.  This will be the final time we will compare these numbers in this manner.   Also noteworthy is the number of commuter students on the Marion campus is the largest ever, generally indicates a higher number of local students. 

IWU's overall 2009 enrollment has decreased by 97 students. Total enrollment this year stands at 15,345, compared to 15,442 a year ago.

Over the past five years, however, IWU's overall enrollment has grown by 34.5 percent. 

Because of IWU's recently completed academic restructuring, statistical comparisons or final enrollment number breakdowns for the various academic divisions of the University need to be coordinated with Associate Provost, Dr. Don Sprowl.   Please contact Dr. Sprowl for the specific information. 

As you know, the 2008 academic structure consisted of three colleges. The 2009 academic structure consists of two colleges – the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Adult and Professional Studies, the Graduate School, the School of Nursing as well as the newly formed Seminary.  

Brandon Moore, Alumni of IWU

The Aberdeen IronBirds have not been an offensive juggernaut this year, but there is nothing to take away from Brandon Moore's no-hitter. In game one of a doubleheader, he stole the show, no-hitting the IronBirds. Check out -- http://orioles.scout.com/2/891334.html

 

 

IWU Alum reelected to foundation board: Marian Kurz

Subject: IWU Alum reelected to foundation boardFor more information:
Marian Kurz
Photo Kathy Kruger Wilson
For more information: Marian Kurz, kurzandcompany@comcast.net or
847-491-1938

WILSON CONTINUES SERVICE TO TRI DELTA FOUNDATION

Kathy Kruger Wilson, a resident of Francesville, will continue to serve
as a member
of the Delta Delta Delta sorority foundation Board of Trustees. First
appointed to
the Foundation Board in 2004, Ms. Wilson holds the office of secretary
of the Executive Committee.

Ms. Wilson has pursued an active career in the in the area of research
and development. She is the co-author of Conducting a Successful
Development Services Program and was recognized for her leadership in
that field with the naming of a scholarship in her honor by the
Association of Professional Researchers Advancement-IN. Ms. Wilson
served as

Director of Research and Director of Development Services at Indiana
University. At the present she works for DonorSearch.net, a prospect
research firm. Ms. Wilson holds an associate degree from Ball State
University and received a Bachelor's degree from Indiana Wesleyan
University.

Ms. Wilson is a member of the Association of Professional Researchers
for Advancement, the Association of Advancement Services Professionals
and the Autism Society of America. She is actively involved in the West
Central Autism Resource Team, a member of the School Accreditation team
and a member of the Rural Electric Community Fund Committee.

Now observing its twentieth year of operation, the Foundation funds
sorority programming, undergraduate and graduate scholarships and
emergency assistance to collegiate and alumni in financial crisis.
Since its inception over $1.2 million in scholarship monies and more
than $1 million dollars to Tri Deltas with unexpected financial
hardships has been awarded to members. The Foundation is a 501 3 c
organization.

About Tri Delta
Founded in 1888, Tri Delta is a leader among social Greek organizations
through its passion for progress and visionary thinking. The
fraternity has a continuing partnership with St. Jude Children's
Research Hospital; Tri Delta collegians have raised several million
dollars to support the hospital. Other innovative programs include
Reflections, an award-winning body image acceptance program offered to
collegians and Kristen's Story which seeks to address the signs of
depression, acquaintance rape and suicide in college age persons through
experienced and well trained on-campus speakers and relevant materials.