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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

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."

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

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

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 ...

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 ... 

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Indiana Wesleyan MBA Grad Receives Promotion

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

Hamilton Exhibits: hamilton-exhibits.com

Media contact: news@hamilton-exhibits.com

Hamilton Exhibits promotes Paul Quay.

Experienced personnel recognized for long-term leadership.

INDIANAPOLIS—October 11, 2011—Dan Cantor, CEO, announces that Hamilton Exhibits has promoted three of its key executives, including Indiana Wesleyan graduate Paul Quay. "The new titles and responsibilities recognize the depth of abilities and experience these individuals bring," Cantor says. "These three demonstrate the depth of talent Hamilton has and the benefit our clients gain from those years of experience in the industry."

Paul Quay, Director of Program Management

Paul Quay, Carmel, Indiana, has been promoted to Director of Program Management. Since joining Hamilton 13 years ago, Paul has worked as an Account Executive, Account Manager, Senior Account Manager, and Program Manager. Paul's resume includes extensive experience in domestic and international events. Most of his career is in the event and service industry, first as an event manager for an international hotel chain, then as an Event Coordinator and later as the National Sales Manager for the Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium. Paul a bachelor's degree in economics from Indiana University and earned his MBA from Indiana Wesleyan in 2001.

About Hamilton Exhibits

Hamilton Exhibits, LLC, brings more than 63 years' experience in exhibit strategy, design, fabrication and program services to companies throughout the U.S. and around the world. Hamilton is known for providing unique solutions for exhibit, event, environment, retail and portable marketing. The company's highly qualified industry professionals create real-world, one-to-one experiences of client brands. For moreinformation, visit hamilton-exhibits.com.

Experience Shows^SM |  www.hamilton-exhibits.com

Hamilton Exhibits
Exhibits | Visual Media | Events

9150 East 33rd Street Indianapolis, IN 46235 (USA)

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Amber (Rovenstine) Miller '06 Runs the Chicago Marathon - Pregnant

Amber (Rovenstine) Miller '06 runs that Chicago Marathon while pregnant gives birth seven hours later.  


Today Show - Amber Miller '06 Runs Marathon Pregnant


Other link:
http://www.televisionwithoutpity.com/hulu/show.php?id=40049794&title=1

Brenda Vogal, new appointment

http://www.dailyjournal.net/view/local_story/Business_briefs_Oct_8_2011__1318037517/

Ivy Tech appoints development director

Brenda Vogel was named executive director of resource development at Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus/Franklin.

Vogel earned a bachelor's degree from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and a master's from Indiana Wesleyan University in Indianapolis.

Information: (812) 372-9925;www.ivytech.edu

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Dr Thomas Arninger, alum

Dr. Thomas Armiger is named CEO of World Hope International. Mission Network NEws A graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University and Nazarene Theological Seminary, he was ordained as a Wesleyan minister in 1979, later completing his Doctor of ... To share your news, please send it to indwes.edu/alumni

Caroline Poland '10 lectures in Athens Greece

In May, Ms. Caroline Poland '10 (Mental Health Counseling) was invited to Athens, Greece to present a series of lectures.

The first lecture was presented at the University of Athens Children's Hospital, and was entitled Medical and Psychological Aspects of Decision-Making About Vaccines. 

The second lecture was given at the 2011 Mayo Clinic Alumni Association International CME Program Living Long-Living Well. This lecture was entitled Work-Life Balance From the Perspective of a Physician (Father) and Counselor (Daughter): Tantalus Revisited and was co-presented with her father, Dr. Greg Poland (Mayo Clinic). 

Ms. Caroline Poland, along with her father Dr. Greg Poland, recently published an editorial in the August issue of the journal Vaccine entitled Vaccine education spectrum disorder: the importance of incorporating psychological and cognitive models into vaccine education.

Posted to IWU Alumni Blog. For other articles go to: http://iwualumni.blogspot.com 

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Homecoming reflections by Rick Carder

The beginning of Homecoming at Indiana Wesleyan University.

 

In a 1923 Marionette Yearbook, the caption reads, “As the Days Go By”.  It records the earliest tradition of what was called then, “Harvest Day”.  It was recorded as October 20^th, 1923, a Saturday.  This was an event that included the Wesleyans of Indiana showing their interest in Marion by making a visit.

 

“After a big dinner in the dining hall (then lower level of Teter Hall) we had a program in the chapel. Both Dorms kept open house. Hope they liked the dorm, for we worked ‘till eleven o’clock fixing it up. The staff put on their first big drive for subscriptions. The Freshman had the street lights and buildings decorated in their class colors of Gold and White.” (Marionette, 1923. Parenthesis added)

 

The school was funded and supported by a strong support from the Wesleyan Methodist Connection of America. The school was furthered through enrollment  called Subscriptions.  The Harvest Day events would be liked to today’s homecoming where student, staff and community come together in celebration and demonstrated support for Marion College.

 

According to Millie Jacobs Troyer the name eventually became “Harvest-Coming” and in the early 60’s the event was changed to Homecoming.  She was the Alumni Director at the time of this name change.  Events were held on the grounds of the “Old Triangle” and much was made of the celebration in song; “Cheer! Cheer! For Marion College” and “Down On The Old Triangle”.  These song sheet are handed out at every 50/60 Class Reunion Luncheon and the tradition of singing continues.

 

That would mean that for 91 years we have held to the idea of Homecoming.  Perhaps the terms have changed but the tradition and purpose has not!

 

I hope that this walk through history is helpful.

 

Submitted by Rick Carder, Director of Alumni, Indiana Wesleyan University

 

COL David E. Wilmot '84 promoted to Brigadier General

Deputy Chief of Staff for Readiness/Assistant Surgeon General
for Mobilization, Readiness, and National Guard Affairs

COL David E. Wilmot assumed duties as the U.S. Army’s Assistant Surgeon General for Mobilization, Readiness and National Guard Affairs and U.S. Army MEDCOM Deputy Chief of Staff for Readiness on 1 November, 2010.  As Deputy Chief of Staff for Readiness, COL Wilmot advises the Chief of Staff on medical readiness issues across the Regional Medical Commands and across all Components.  As Assistant Surgeon General, he assists the Deputy Surgeon General for the Army National Guard in providing consultative services and strategic planning in all aspects of medical readiness, health care, medical personnel, medical operational and training issues that comprise the critical medical readiness indicators pertaining to the Army National Guard.  Prior to this position, COL Wilmot was dual-hatted as the Indiana Army National Guard State Surgeon and Commander of the Indiana Medical Detachment since January 2003.

COL Wilmot is a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry in 1984.

For more information:        
http://www.armymedicine.army.mil/leaders/wilmot.html

Cindi Carder, Lori Wilmot,  Brigadier General David Wilmot, Rev. Rick Carder

Wishard Announces New Vice President for Human Resources

Wishard Health Services Announces New Vice President for Human Resources

INDIANAPOLIS, September 14, 2011 – Wishard Health Services announces that Christia Hicks, MBA, has been named vice president of human resources. Hicks previously served as administrative director of the Regenstrief Specialty Clinics at Wishard.

"Christia is a proven and effective leader who demonstrates an enthusiastic commitment to Wishard and all those we serve," said Dr. Lisa E. Harris, chief executive officer and medical director for Wishard. "During her time at Wishard, Christia has led multiple teams through times of change and progress. She has also championed several critical initiatives including enhanced access, customer service and system integration through technology, all of which will be vitally important as we prepare for a reformed national health care environment. Christia is the right person to assume this senior leadership role."

Hicks began her career at Wishard in 1999. During that time, she has served as a physical therapist, administrator of Lockefield Village Health and Rehabilitation Center, manager of the OB/GYN Clinic, and most recently, administrative director of the Regenstrief Specialty Clinics. As vice president of human resources, Hicks will have administrative responsibility for functions including benefits, compensation, recruitment, retention and employee relations, as well as the Wishard Institute for Employee Development, Volunteer Services, Wishard Wellness, and Occupational Health. She will officially assume her new role on September 18, 2011.

"I am extremely excited to serve Wishard Health Services in this new capacity," said Hicks. "Throughout my tenure at Wishard it has been my pleasure to work with an outstanding group of individuals who are committed to providing quality patient care for the Indianapolis community."

Originally from Rockford, Illinois, Hicks is a 1995 graduate of Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, where she earned a degree in biology. Two years later, she completed graduate studies in physical therapy at Drexel University in Philadelphia. Most recently, Hicks completed a master's degree in business administration at Indiana Wesleyan University. She is professionally involved in a number of partner and community organizations including United Way of Central Indiana, the Indiana Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, The Links Incorporated, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.

Hicks is married to Dr. Ivan Douglas Hicks and has three children.

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Brandon Beachy article... Atlanta Braves picture - IWU Alumni

Brandon Beachy: Undrafted To Unhittable
Baseball Nation
Beachy went undrafted mostly because he was a) a third baseman out of b)Indiana Wesleyan University, which according to Baseball Reference is far behind ...

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