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Thursday, August 02, 2018

I'm Back!

Taking a break from your objectives can be therapeutic. In fact, there is a great perspective gained by stepping away from something for a while.

My last entry was left at a low point. It was not intentional nor was it because I dropped off the earth. It was just a timing thing. I needed to step away from the idea of Crisis Evangelism. Was what a new term at the time (2005) is now a common language with organizations like the United Methodist Church and Samaritan's Purse.

I have stated a new chapter in life and ministry. I am now working with churches to engage them around foster care and adoption in Indiana. White's Residential and Family Services - White's Website

This ministry is highlighted in my weekly newsletter - Fostering Family Values highlights positive stories related to families - foster homes and adoption. 

I hope to bring you more soon.

Rev. Rick Carder


Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Alumnus is remembered fondly

Angela Sue Kent, Adjunct Professor of Graduate Counseling Dies at 35

There will be a memorial service to celebrate the life of Angela Sue Kent, an adjunct professor in the Division of Graduate Counseling, at 4 p.m. Friday, December 16, in the Chapel at College Wesleyan Church. Ms. Kent, who was 35, died December 1 of cancer at Clarissa Cook Hospice in Bettendorf, Iowa.

Ms. Kent had two degrees from Indiana Wesleyan University, a B.S. in psychology and an M.A. in marriage and family counseling. She had completed the coursework for a doctorate in clinical counseling at Western Michigan University. She was an adjunct professor on IWU's Marion campus during the Fall 2011 semester.

"Angela blessed us and our students as we attempted to serve as a supportive community for her throughout this time," said Dr. Mark S. Gerig, Chair of the Division of Graduate Counseling.

"She was an ideal fit as an instructor for us, and she will be missed."

Monday, December 12, 2011

Damita Williams, Vice President of Patient Care Services


Subject: Damita Williams, Vice President of Patient Care Services

Children's Hospital of Michigan, part of the Detroit Medical Center, appointed Damita Williams as its new vice president of patient care services. 

Williams will manage operations and clinical services, and guide various improvement projects and educational initiatives for nearly 700 staff nurses. Previously, she served as chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services at Indiana University Health North Hospital in Carmel, Ind. 

Williams received her undergraduate degree in nursing from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. She holds advanced degrees in nursing administration and advanced leadership studies from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Ind., and is also a certified pediatric nurse and is nurse executive-board certified.

http://www.freep.com/article/20111209/BUSINESS06/112090349/People-making-news



Tuesday, December 06, 2011

The Human Cannonball is an IWU Alumni : Jon Cole '

Jon Cole has left his teaching job at Carroll to become a human cannonball for a circus in China....

http://www.carrollcountycomet.com/news/2011-06-08/Front_Page/Ladies_and_gentlemen.html

Jeffrey D. Flores '10 chosen for Leadership San Antonio Class 37

Leadership San Antonio (LSA) is a jointly sponsored program of The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and The San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. It provides a learning experience for existing and emerging leaders who live and work in the San Antonio metropolitan area. Participants of the program are given the opportunity to develop an understanding of the promises and challenges facing our community.

LSA seeks people dedicated to serving their community. Applicants must show a sincere commitment, be motivated and interested in the community, and have the desire to increase their service to our community in key leadership positions. Over thirty years after its formation, LSA's primary goal continues to focus on a strong commitment to community service. The continuing growth of San Antonio will challenge each class of LSA to produce sensitive, responsible, and committed leaders.

William E. Bird II, MEd 2007

William E. Bird II, MEd 2007, was named the Outanding Mentor Leader for the State of Iowa in 2011. He was awarded the Mildred Middleton Award for Outstanding Mentoring Leadership at the Iowa Mentoring Conference.
Pictures avalable at

http://www.vpaf.uni.edu/events/mentor/conf_pictures.html (last picture with Mildred Middleton and William Bird

Monday, October 31, 2011

Craig Cooper - Alum transforms ministry...

An unorthodox path
Battle Creek Enquirer
Cooper attended Indiana Wesleyan University, where he met his wife, Krista. They married after he got his undergraduate degree in Christian ministries when ...

Monday, October 17, 2011

Kimberly Harper - new position

On the Move: Kimberly Harper
Indianapolis Star
Executive director of the Indiana Center for Nursing.
She also was an adjunct professor atIndiana Wesleyan University. Education: Bachelors Degree from the University of Southern Indiana and a Masters Degree in Business from Indiana WesleyanUniversity and has completed a Fellowship in Communicating ...