Tabor College Connection Winter 2014

The Tabor College

Connection Winter 2014 • Vol. 68 / No. 1

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From the President

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Tabor is a wonderful place with wonderful individuals all serving together to prepare people for a life of learning, work, and service for Christ and His kingdom. It is an Ubuntu place.

About three years ago I read Ubuntu: An Inspiring Story about an African Tradition of Teamwork and Collaboration by Stephen Lundin and Bob Nelson. I was touched by the message and application of the book.

Ubuntu means that we are all in this together - working and helping each other accomplish the mission of the organization regardless of one’s assigned roles and responsibilities. At a deeper level, it is a philosophy where the success of the group is valued above that of the individual, and we experience a common humanity and connection between persons where gratitude and community are a way of life.

Ubuntu happens at Tabor. In serving students, advancing the institution while reaching to fulfill its high calling and experiencing growth, everyone works together for the common good of this place.

Recruitment is everyone’s business. Growth in enrollment is essential for Tabor to accomplish its mission. Although we have an excellent hardworking recruiting and admissions team, it takes everyone to grow enrollment. Alumni should encourage their children, grandchildren, friends and neighbors to attend Tabor. Donors provide resources to enhance the Tabor experience. Administrative staff provide the customer service that today’s prospective student expects.

Faculty extend genuine invitations to students seeking to learn. Coaches identify athletes who will help their

teams succeed. Current students make prospective students feel at home when on a campus visit. Everyone is part of recruiting.

Retention is everyone’s business. Providing a meaningful experience for students requires the entire campus community. There is a a social, athletic and financial aspect. Academics engages students in meaningful ways of learning. Student success works with students to support their academic success. The Student Activities Board provides experiences that make college life enjoyable and memorable. Creating an environment on campus that is inviting, engaging, and life-giving requires every person in the campus community to be friendly, accepting, and affirming.

And yes, a winning team helps as well. Everyone is part of retention.

A nice-looking campus is everyone’s business. The Tabor maintenance staff works long and hard at making the curbside appeal of the campus attractive. Yet, the task is so large that we all have to do our part.

Eighty acres and 48 buildings are a significant physical plant. The simple habit of picking up and throwing away trash can go a long way in making the campus look appealing to our guests. The generosity of our donors makes our capital projects a reality. Everyone is part of making the campus look good.

Teaching is everyone’s business. Even with a worldclass faculty working hard, it takes more than their efforts to teach our students the important things that they need to learn. College is a time of transition from adolescence to adulthood. Student Life staff, including the Resident Assistants, provide an atmosphere where life-learning happens. Coaches are modeling and teaching life lessons while playing a game.

Community members mentor students in life. Pastors and churches provide spiritual guidance. Everyone is part of teaching.

Ubuntu. We are all in this together. I am thankful for each person who is engaged in creating a Tabor that is making the world more the way God intended it to be. Ubuntu. Tabor is worthy of our time, talent, and treasure. Ubuntu. There is a connection between all of us that have some identity with Tabor. Thank you for your involvement in Tabor.

Dr. Jules Glanzer

Connection Winter 2014 Vol. 68 No. 1 A magazine for Tabor College alumni and friends

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Interim Editor Daneen Hook communications@tabor.edu

From the President

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Homecoming Review

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Campus News

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Adult and Graduate Studies

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New Hires

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Sports Report

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Alumni News

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Webmaster Vance Frick Director of Alumni Relations Marlene Fast marlenef@tabor.edu Tabor College 400 South Jefferson Hillsboro, Kansas 67063 620-947-3121 www.tabor.edu Tabor College Mission: “Preparing people for a life of learning, work and service for Christ and His kingdom.�

Cover featuring Senior James Monroe, Jr. Photo by Vance Frick.

Board of Directors: Lyndon Vix (Chair) Loretta Jost (Vice Chair) Theodore Faszer (Secretary) Loren Balzer (Treasurer) Darrell Driggers (at-large) Craig Ratzlaff (at-large) Diana Raugust (at-large) Jose Cabrera Jim Classen Roger Ediger Rick Eshbaugh Mark Jost David Karber

Mike Kleiber Jerry Kliewer Elaine Kroeker Bill Loewen Nate Loewen Dean Nachtigall Dennis Penner Aleen Ratzlaff Elaine Setzer-Maxwell Tim Sullivan Wilbur Unrau Richard Unruh Kelyn Vix

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Homecoming 2013: Prepare the Way The Tabor family upheld tradition and gathered for the annual Homecoming celebration, “Prepare the Way” held Oct. 2-6, 2013. Many of the annual Homecoming favorites were featured including Music Fest, “Godspell” and many sporting events. An annual favorite, the Dutch Lunch featured the usual delicious German buffet.

“We had a great crowd of 650 people enjoying the Dutch Lunch that took place before the football game Saturday afternoon,” said Mary Bostic, Pioneer Food Service director.

Godspell was a successful production and especially cherished by retired director and associate professor, communications Judy Harder.

“Godspell was enthusiastically received by five Tabor Homecoming audiences,” said Harder.

“Memories of creating and experiencing Godspell with the cast, production crew and audiences will be and already are treasured!”

Tabor was victorious in five sporting events Saturday, including junior varsity and varsity volleyball, football and men’s and women’s soccer.

During halftime of the football game the annual announcement of Homecoming host and hostess was made. Terach Antoine and Joetta Ewert were the recipients of the award as selected by the student body.

Antoine is a resident assistant and a member of the

Mind Your Head Trio, featuring (left to right) Landon Tucker, Michael Woods and Jonathan Regier presented a stand-up comedy show, taking cues from the audience at the Homecoming Festival Dinner. Tucker produced the album “Come and Listen,” Woods has performed all over the country including film, TV and sketch comedy productions; and Regier has recently played Euple Byrd in a National Tour of “Stand By Your Man.”

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Tabor football team. He is majoring in youth ministry, is originally from Haiti but has lived in Fort Pierce, Fla. most recently.

An elementary education major from Wichita, Kan., Ewert was the chosen hostess for 2013. She is involved in Wichita Urban Ministry Plunge, as well as student teaching.

Ronnda Bartel, Richard Wall and Judy Harder were honored during the weekend for their contributions to Tabor College.

Bartel works in the scientific field of stem cell research and therapy. “Her work is making a difference in Tabor College announced so many lives and has Terach Antoine, originally impact for generations from Haiti, but most recently to come. Hearing Dr. from Fort Pierce, Fla. and Joetta Ewert, of Wichita, Kan. as this Bartel explain stem cells in a way that I year’s Homecoming Host and could understand was Hostess. so interesting,” said President Jules Glanzer. “She is a shining example of the mission of Tabor being accomplished.”

Wall was in an accident that paralyzed him just three weeks after coming to Tabor in the fall of 1978.

He returned to campus for the first time in 35 years.

Wall spoke to the student body during chapel of his experiences at Tabor and received a standing ovation.

Glanzer honored Wall as an Honorary Alumnus at the annual Festival Dinner in Wichita, Kan. Tabor honored Harder for her 26 years of service with an event after the Saturday performance of Godspell. Over 100 former cast and crew spent time reminiscing with Harder. Brad Vogel offered a lighthearted roast, expressing his appreciation for her commitment and professionalism.

“Seeing so many alumni come home to Tabor is invigorating and inspiring,” said Glanzer. “Watching them connect with their classmates, hearing what has been happening in their lives and seeing them enjoy the campus activities was a real joy.”

A young Bluejay enjoys a game during the children’s activities created by the education department.

Richard Wall, paralyzed three weeks after coming to Tabor in the fall of 1978, returned to campus during Homecoming for the first time in 35 years. Wall spoke to the student body during chapel of his experience at Tabor and received a standing ovation. President Glanzer honored Wall as an Honorary Alumnus at the annual Festival Dinner.

Above: Under the direction of retired director and associate professor, communications Judy Harder, Godspell was presented to attending guests.

Left: Director of the Concert Choir, Dr. Brad Vogel, and choir present their musical talent during Music Fest.

Above: Dr. Ronnda Bartel presented her Aastrom Bioscience Research report in the Sol L. Loewen Science Center.

Left: President Glanzer introduces current student Ryan Nelson, South Pasadena, Calif., who spoke about his Tabor experience at the Golden Brunch.

Dr. Richard Kyle fellowships with director of Alumni, Marlene Fast during a reception in honor of his retirement during halftime of the football game. Former students and those who traveled with Kyle on past Europe trips were invited to the reception to congratulate him on his many years of service, thank him for ongoing leadership and to sign a scrapbook.

Above: Runners participate in the 2 mile and 5K Fun Run event that circles the town of Hillsboro.

Left: Tabor Alum Dr. James Fisher (’03), Brett Thiessen (’03), Josh Lady (’02), Paul Raugust (’03) and Dr. Brian Goentzel (’03) enjoy the Golf Tournament.

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Homecoming Reunion Photos

1963: Front row from left, Sharon (Tschetter) Plett, Lois (Frantz) Hiebert, Loretta (Jost) Neufeld, Paula (Berg) Warkentin, Arva (Balzer) Deutschendorf, Mary Lou (Epp) Hooge, Allene (Goentzel) Schultz, Marilyn (Reimer) Wiebe, Becky (Nord) Groves, Doris (Blazer Funk) Pierce, Beverly (Kliewer) Richards, Connie (Wiebe) Isaac, Josephine (Faul) Griswold, Margaret Suzanne Hiebert. (Back) Phil Plett, Allen Hiebert, Ann (Martens) Regier, Leo Regier, Allen Suderman, Arlin Buller, Marvin Rempel, Douglas Heinrichs, LeRoy Dick, Larry Leppke, Gordon Enns.

1968: Front row from left, Liz (Betty Kliewer) Black, Donna (Helmer) Robertson, Gladys (Jost) Klassen, Mary (Plett) Rosfeld, Charlotte (Kennedy) Takahashi, Dean Prehein-Bartel. (Back) Ken Liebelt, Ron Regier, Harry Willems, Paul Klassen, Keith Harder 1973: Front row from left, Carol (Buller) Sprunger, Vernelle (Schroeder) Unrau, Rita (Friesen) Loewen, Lois (Friesen) Huber. (Back) Stan Elrich, Carey Johnson, Galen Fast, Ken Penner.

1978: Front row from left, JoAnn Briles-Klein, Linda Schultz, Randy Hamm, David Kroeker, Garvie Schmidt, Jerry Kliewer. (Back) Ruth (Brown) Holbrook, Phyllis (Patenaude) Richert, Beverly (Janzen) Klassen, Tony Wahl, Steven Berg.

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1983: Front row from left, Carol (Ewert) Owens, Diane Rempel, Denise (Loewen) Wiens, Julie( Janzen) Shires, Jody (Friesen) Heizelman. (Back) Larry Derksen, Robert Wall, Ron Rempel, Doug Dick, Brent Heizelman

1988: Front row from left, Pam (Beaver)Franz, Marie Nachtigal, Rachel (Jordan) Weaver (Back) Scott Franz, Violet (Toews) Vix, Marilyn (Gaede) Wiens, Darren Rempel, Mark Hiebert, Steve Friesen.

1998: From Left, Joe Kukula, Carolyn (Doerksen) Bowe, Kristy (Penner) Zeller. Photo courtesy Carolyn Bowe.

1993: Front row from left, Kerri (Nikkel) Justus, Lianne (Duell) Nikkel, Mary (Isaak) Crist. (Back) Bryan Regier, Christopher Dick, Emily (Janzen) Reimer.

2003: Front row from left, Paul Raugust, Angela (Hoyt) Anderson, Becca (Toews) Hoelscher, Nancy (Isaac) Phan, Rachel Battese.

(Middle) Shelby White, Janina (Ediger) Fisher, Katherine (Klepper) Sneed, Amanda (Burke) Dodge, Julie Egy, Brian Lachman, Brigit Robison, Stacy Kuhns. (Back) Calvin Epp, Stacy Sneed, Brant Unrau, Susan (Fast) Harder, Audrey (Loewen) Koehn, Nancy (Miller) Phelps.

2008-2013: Front row from left, Kayla Tonne, Mattie Vance, Naomi Toews, Emily Toews, Jenae (Pauls) Suderman, Jaimie Williams, Leah Rose, Hannah (Peterson) Lacy, Danae (Warkentin) Schmidt, Emily Miller, Andrea Kuntz, Stephanie Funk, Lauren (Just) Heyen, Whitney Allen, Julia Carlton, Hanna (Bishop) Vogel, Lisa (Hall) Yoder, Corina (Neufeld) Enns. (Back) Becca Friesen, Andrew Toews, Elissa Richert, Amy Schmidt, Tanner Lacy, Kyle Schmidt, Aaron Miller, Eric Funk, Benjamin Heyen, Dustin Schrag, Noah Collins, Michael Loewen, David Vogel, Allen Yoder.

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Campus News Briefs n Tabor welcomes largest freshmen class and new students in recent history fall 2013. Enrollment numbers for freshmen and new students are at a historic high, according to registrar Deanne Duerksen, who released the figures following the twentieth day of classes.

Tabor enrollment included 246 new students of which 159 are freshmen, 59 transfers and 28 high school and guest students. n Tabor College professor and globally exhibited artist from McPherson, Kansas, Shin-hee Chin was featured at the Lawrence Arts Center, Nov 22 – Jan 5. Her piece, Mother Tongue and Motherhood, shares a personal voyage. Chin shares her inspiration for this exhibit and the journey of abandoning her mother tongue while simultaneously becoming a mother. n A President’s dinner was held in Fresno, Calif. at the home of Greg and Valerie Quiring Sunday Oct. 20 acknowledging the West Coast support of Tabor College. Alumni Randy and Sharon Janzen and Joel and Colene Wiens performed the song “On Eagle’s Wings.” Two additional songs were performed by The Bach Children’s Choir under the direction of Valerie

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Quiring. Marissa Hiett, a junior from Fairview, Okla., shared the impact Tabor has had on her life, including her experience in the Presidential Leadership Program. n Nine performers and four student accompanists traveled to Emporia State University Nov. 1-2 to compete in the annual National Association of Teachers of Singing. Jessica Coldwell, Robert Howell and Olivia Kliewer all advanced to the semi-finals of the competition. Howell and Kliewer advanced to the final round, and each placed third in their respective categories.

Singers included Coldwell, Howell, Kliewer, Michael Beye, Nicholas Ediger, Tyler Funk, Heather Loewen, Sara Sagner, Jenna Thayer and Faith Tonne. In the past six years Tabor has had three first-place winners, two second-place winners, two third-place winners and two fifth-place winners. n Tabor College welcomed Scott Pendery, a Midlothian, Texas businessman, to the Nov. 2 TaborBethany football game. Pendery made his first visit to the Tabor campus, and was recognized for his contribution leading to the naming of the Pendery Athletic Center. He participated in the pre-game coin toss.

The Tabor College Oratorio Chorus, Alumni Chorus and Community Orchestra joined forces to present its annual “Messiah” performance Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church. Featured for the performance was Tabor College soloists Robert Howell, Olivia Kliewer, Trevor Morris, Sara Sagner and Nathan Vogel. Also featured as soloists are alum Aaron Stepanek, and current faculty members Janie Brokenicky and Holly Swartzendruber. The performance was under the direction of Bradley Vogel, professor of choral music at Tabor College.

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2014 Presidential Leadership participants announced

Alex Janzen

Heidi Klaassen

Tabor College announced the recipients of the 2014 Tabor College Presidential Leadership Scholarships.

Annaliese Wiens, Arlington, Texas, Alex Janzen, Morro Bay, Calif., Matthew Molden, Aurora, Colo., and Heidi Klaassen Arkansas City, Kan. are the four recipients of the prestigious $68,000 scholarships.

These students will participate in a four-year leadership laboratory that is designed to develop young people into effective and skilled leaders for the next generation.

“In addition to being intelligent, I look for poise, relational skills, presence and a capacity to influence,” said Jules Glanzer, president of Tabor College.

“Character, vision, passion and courage are also very important.”

All of the students participated in the selection weekend, where they interviewed with Glanzer, participated in group activities, gave a speech and wrote an essay.

“We were excited to host these exceptional students and believe that they have tremendous potential to shape and influence the Tabor College campus,”

Matthew Molden

Annaliese Wiens

The Tabor College Leadership Scholarship program is successfully into its third year and continues to grow in numbers of scholars and fellows on campus. The program strives to enrich student leadership opportunities and experiences. said Rusty Allen, vice-president for enrollment management and intercollegiate athletics.

The Tabor College Leadership Scholarship program is successfully into its third year and continues to grow in numbers of scholars and fellows on campus. The program strives to enrich student leadership opportunities and experiences.

During the immersive four-year program the scholars and fellows, along with Presidential Leadership President Jules Glanzer, have the opportunity to travel to professional seminars, network with business, industry and political leaders and serve the Tabor College student population while pursuing academic achievements in the classroom.

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Tabor announces new Executive Vice President of Tabor College Wichita Tabor announces Dr. Brett Andrews as the new executive vice president of Tabor College Wichita; dean of the school of adult and graduate studies, and professor of management.

Andrews has previously served as vice president of academic program development for Oklahoma Wesleyan University, dean of the Chesapeake Energy School of Business and faculty at LeTourneau University in the School of Business.

“Dr. Andrews’ experience has prepared him well for the opportunities that lie ahead for Tabor College Wichita,” said Jules Glanzer, president of Tabor College.

“I am delighted that Dr. Andrews has agreed to answer our call and invitation to serve at Tabor. His experience and accomplishments along with his deep commitment to Christ makes him a perfect fit for Tabor and leading the School of Adult and Graduate Studies.”

Dr. Brett Andrews

TCW recognizes nursing students with pinning ceremony

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In a ceremony to mark the completion of their coursework, Tabor College Wichita pinned 16 new nurses on Sunday, Oct 13, 2013. The ceremony was held at Mennonite Brethren Church in Wichita, Kan. The Pinning address was given by Tammy Stefek,MSN, RN Assistant Professor, Nursing Program.

She congratulated the class and encouraged the new nurses to make a difference in their chosen field.

Those receiving pins included Lin Allen, Maryann Hawkinson, Valentina Martinez*, Abigail Paden*, Sara Turner*, Jennifer Wagoner, Janet Bruce, Amanda Green, Cynthia Harmon*, Mary Nyambura, Todd Turner, Tiffany White, Angela Carr, Shane Greene*, Brett Hartkopp, Rhonda Schmeidler *, and Melany Webster.

Marlene Pietrocola, MSN, MBA, RN and Lyndel Walker, MSN, RN participated in the pinning ceremony by explaining the symbolism of the pinning.

Each participant was presented by the faculty with a ceramic lamp of learning, signifying the passing of the light to the next generation of baccalaureate prepared nurses.

Pietrocola commented on the meaningful occasion. “For our graduating nursing students, being pinned signifies completion. The tight bonds made with peers and faculty members fuel the ceremony with emotion. It was a very meaningful celebration,” she said.

Tabor College nursing students are officially pinned Oct 13, 2013 held at First Mennonite Brethren Church in Wichita, Kan.

(* indicates those inducted into the Nursing Honor Society Sigma Theta Tau International)

New members of the Tabor faculty, staff welcomed Faculty

Larry Ediger, interim director of Instrumental Music Ediger is returning to his home town and alma mater. After graduating from Tabor with a BA in music education, he taught instrumental and vocal music at Berean Academy for four years before attending the Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary in Fresno, California. Following graduation with a master’s in Christian education, Larry and his wife Nancy served as pastoral couple in four churches in North Dakota, Oklahoma and Kansas. Larry and Nancy have two children. Both Larry and Nancy love watching sports events and working in the yard. Larry brings a wealth of pastoral and teaching experience to Tabor, having served for 25 years in pastoral ministry and 14 years in music education.

Robert (Rob) Elder, professor of History & Religious Studies Elder grew up near Valley Center and attended Wichita State University before transferring to Clemson University in South Carolina. He received an MA degree from Clemson in 2005 and moved to Atlanta to pursue graduate studies at Emory University. Before coming to Tabor, Bob and his wife Catherine lived in Valparaiso, Indiana. They have three children.

Laurel Koerner, assistant professor of Theater, director of Theater Koerner is a theater artist and educator. After completing her MA in theater history and theory, her area of focus became acting and directing. She entered the interdisciplinary MFA actor training program at CalArts, where she previously taught. Laurel lives in

Larry Ediger

Robert Elder

Hillsboro with her husband, Ethan, who is a designer and technician for theater.

Staff

Michael Adamyk, Library circulation supervisor Adamyk grew up in Central Kansas, was homeschooled and is a 2012 graduate of Tabor College with a graphic design major, as well as five-years’ experience working in the library as a student worker, research assistant, and cataloging aide. He currently attends classes part-time at Tabor in order to finish a music major.

Erin Barocio, director of Presidential Leadership Fellows Program & assistant women’s basketball coach Barocio received BA degrees in English and communication from Tabor in 2010. She returned to Tabor to earn her MA in business administration while serving as a graduate assistant for the women’s basketball program. Erin was the assistant women’s basketball coach last year and will continue in that role in conjunction with working with the leadership program.

She lives in Newton with her husband Manny and their daughter, Elle.

Noah Collins, Financial Aid representative Collins is a Colorado native who began his journey in Kansas when he chose to attend Tabor College for his undergraduate studies. He received a BA in biochemistry in 2012. Pursuing his dream in the area of exercise science, he is currently a graduate student at Wichita State University. His passion is working with and helping people in any capacity. He is currently living in Hillsboro.

Michael Adamyk

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Brenda Hamm, campus visit coordinator & admissions counselor Hamm returned to Tabor in April. She previously graduated from Tabor College with a degree in Business/Graphic Design and worked as Director of Information Services. Since then she has been a designer for a print shop and owned a business in downtown Hillsboro. She is glad to be back and enjoys introducing prospective students to the campus and the Tabor experience. Brenda and her husband, Rod, have lived in Hillsboro since graduating from college.

They have two sons.

Denise Ramos, Teacher Ed Administrative assistant Ramos is a native Kansan and a graduate of Kansas State University with a BS degree. She has lived in North and Central Texas since college but recently moved back to Kansas. Denise has served in administrative support and other roles in Christian ministries whose main focus was college-age youth. She is excited and grateful for the opportunity to serve at Tabor College and plans to move to the Hillsboro community in the near future. Her son, Brandon is a junior at Baylor University and she has a blue-eyed Australian Shepherd, Noah.

Brenda Hamm

Denise Ramos

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Dale Shewey, transfer admissions counselor Shewey joins the admissions team after previously working for United Airlines as a flight attendant. He graduated from Tabor College with a degree in Physical Education and taught in the public school system in both Kansas and Oklahoma. In his spare time, he enjoys working out, training for endurance runs, and attending sporting events.

He now resides in Hillsboro with his wife, Shawna, and their daughter, Camryn.

Janet Williams, director of Library Services and Reference Librarian Williams has fifteen years of experience as a college Janet Willems librarian, having previously worked at Lee University, The McCallie School and Piedmont College. While working at Piedmont College, Janet provided specialized library

services for Piedmont College’s RN to BSN program and enjoyed working with graduate students in the Department of Education. Janet has a background in library preservation and conservation activities and looks forward to the many opportunities awaiting her at the Tabor College Library. In her spare time she enjoys sewing and other needle arts, reading, and playing Words with Friends. She has a son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Ashley.

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Karen Bartlett, admissions representative Since receiving her master’s degree, Barlett has been a social worker, a public speaker, involved in writing and publications for British Youth for Christ, a foster care networker, adjunct faculty with FPU, and now as a TCW admissions representative. A dedicated mother of two teens, she loves watching them grow into the people God created them to be. Her passion is to journey with people on their spiritual walk and to see where God is active.

Rick Bartlett, director of Theological Education & assistant professor of Ministry Bartlett joined the TCW team in November to develop an online theological MA program. He and his family moved from California, but they have also lived in England and Tacoma, Washington. He has experience as a pastor. He and his wife, Karen, have two children, Grace and Toby.

Tricia Brothers, director of Financial Aid Brothers joined the TCW family July 1. She lives in Newton with her dog, Doc. Her daughter, Amanda, is married and lives in Houston. Tricia brings over eight years of financial aid experience to the team and is excited about working and assisting students in a Christian environment.

Aubrey Smith, admissions representative Smith graduated from Tabor May 2013 with a BA in Christian Ministry. The youngest of seven and an Iowa native, Aubrey has loved living in Kansas the past seven years. Most of her life she spent as a worship leader for various churches, playing guitar and singing. Smith and her husband Jake are enjoying being newly married.

They hope to someday be missionaries to rescue children out of the slave trade or continue leading in worship. She loves people and strives to serve Christ and His Kingdom in a radical way.

Lyndel Walker, assistant professor of Nursing Walker began her education at Tabor College, completing her associates’ degree in Nursing at St. Mary

of the Plains College, then received her BA from WSU and earned her MA in Nursing at Newman University in 2000. She has owned a home health agency and held a management position at Wesley Medical Center. Lyndel and her husband Clint live in Hesston.

They have three grown children and six grandchildren. Lyndel is honored to be a part of nurses’ preparation for expanded leadership roles.

Joan Warkentin, administrative assistant Warkentin and her husband Brent graduated from Tabor in 1985. They live in Wichita, Kan. and serve at First Mennonite Brethren Church. They have two daughters, Janet and Stacey. Stacey is a senior at Tabor.

Brent and Joan were pleased to welcome a grandchild into their family this past fall.

Athletics

Andy Davis, assistant baseball coach, CRC Manager Davis was born and raised in Boone, Iowa. He attended Hesston College before transferring to Pittsburg State University where he received a BA in physical education and an MA in exercise science in 2007. He was an assistant baseball coach and adjunct teacher at Peru State College for five years. He has also coached collegiate athletes with the Okotoks Dawgs and Joplin Outlaws. Andy and his wife Kristen live in Hillsboro with their son Drew.

Armando Del Valle, graduate assistant – track & cross country Del Valle began his year as track and field/cross country coach at Tabor College last January. Prior to this, he ran track and cross country for Kansas State University. Armando lives in McPherson, Kan. Season Graves, head Athletic Trainer Graves was born and raised in Snyder, Okla. She attended Sterling College where she played softball and received a BA in athletic training. She earned an MA of Education in sports management from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. She comes to Tabor College from United Independent School District, where she was a co-head athletic trainer for four years. She resides in Hillsboro.

Steven Miller, football defensive coach / recruiter / PE instructor Miller comes to Hillsboro from Mississippi.

Previously he served as defensive line coach at William Penn University. He was also an administrative assistant coach at Arkansas State. He obtained his MA in Business from William Penn University and a BA in

Psychology with a minor in Physical Education from Northwestern State Univ. of Louisiana. Steven has a son Kentrell and daughter Kyla.

His goals continue to mature as a father, a football coach, and to provide life-changing opportunities for students and athletes.

Tricia Brothers

Anthony Morris, head cheer coach & Student Success coordinator Morris is a graduate of Bethel College, Indiana with a degree emphasis in Early Childhood Education and a music endorsement. He has taught and coached for the last eleven years at Perry High School in Perry, Ga. His background in music has allowed Lyndel Walker him to travel in and out of the U.S. performing. He has coached multiple regional, state, and national championship competitive cheer teams.

Tony travels nationally as a speaker on cheer and dance and as a competitive judge.

He is a former cheerleading instructor of the year and a former Georgia high school association assistant coach Andy Davis of the year. He loves cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Tim Rozzell, graduate assistant – football Rozzell graduated from Tabor in 2013 earning a BA in Mathematics. He played on the football team as a quarterback and running back in the 2011 and 2012 seasons. Tim is beginning his first year coaching quarterbacks at TC while working toward his MBA. He hopes to be an example of character and Christian leadership to all of the students/athletes he comes in contact with.

Aubrey Smith

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Tabor College All-American and NFL All-Pro “Bay” Lawrence 40-year record broken Retired NFL All-Pro Rolland “Bay” Lawrence attended the Tabor College football game Saturday Nov. 9 against Bethel College in Hillsboro, congratulating current senior James Monroe Jr. Monroe surpassed the all-time rushing record Lawrence set 40 years ago. A ceremony was held during half-time to recognize the accomplishments of both men.

On the afternoon of Oct. 19 against Friends University, Monroe gained 197 rushing yards and one touchdown on 34 carries, establishing a new career rushing record with Tabor College Senior, James Monroe Jr. receives 3,198 yards. The 40-year recognition from retired NFL All-Pro Rolland “Bay” old record had been set Lawrence at half-time of football game. in 1972 by Lawrence who finished his career with 3,008 yards.

With one game remaining in the regular season, Monroe’s rushing total now stands at 3,389 yards.

In the fall of 1969, Lawrence journeyed to Tabor from his home in Franklin, Pa., to play football for the Bluejays. The second leading rusher on the team his freshman year, Lawrence showed no stopping his sophomore year when he was selected First Team All-KCAC. During his junior year, he first broke the record for most rushing yards. During his senior year at Tabor, he was selected First Team All-District 10 and Honorable James Monroe Jr. breaks Mention NAIA All-American. Lawrence was eventuthrough the line of ally inducted into the Tabor College and NAIA Hall of defense during the Fame.

Tabor vs. Bethel game.

Lawrence left Tabor College after graduating in The Bluejays were victo- 1973 to play for the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons. He had a rious over Bethel 76-19 distinguished career with the Falcons from 1973-1981 and celebrated a new and was named All-Pro in 1976 and 1977. Lawrence single game rushing still holds the Falcons’ record for most interceptions in record with 571-yards. a career with 39.

Monroe’s journey from the East Coast to Midwest Kansas is quite similar. An outstanding athlete and 14

student from Brown Mills, N.J., Monroe exudes a quiet strength.

Monroe had not heard about Tabor until the Bluejays began recruiting him.

“I was excited to receive Tabor’s offer and was impressed by their professionalism and care for my goals, both on and off the field,” Monroe said.

During his freshman year at Tabor, Monroe was aware of the record that Lawrence had set.

“After my first year at Tabor, I had slightly over 400 yards and I thought there is no way I could break the record,” Monroe said. “So I stopped thinking about it and played ball.”

Monroe reflected on the game in which his new record was set. “I did not know I had broken the record, I wasn’t thinking about it,” he said. “We won the game, and that’s the most important part. It was a team effort. While this was a great accomplishment, I am most blessed to be playing with such a great team.”

Monroe values his teammates. “The players on this team consist of great men,” he said. “We work hard and we play for a purpose.”

Lawrence agrees that teamwork is a necessity.

“A good team and a strong line attribute to successful players and these types of records,” Lawrence said. “I congratulate Mr. Monroe for the hard work and accomplishments he has made on the field. He is clearly a talented and humble young man with a supportive cast in front of him.”

Lawrence is thankful for the reminder of good times.

“The Lord is good, and I thank James for accomplishing these goals allowing me to reflect on the years I was blessed to be at Tabor,” said Lawrence.

Monroe also notes the encouragement Tabor has brought to his life.

“I have become a new person thanks to the coaches, professors and staff at Tabor,” he said. “It is by God’s grace that I am here and have had the privilege to play alongside these wonderful men. God is continually working in my heart and I am thankful for that.”

Monroe was invited and played in the 2013 NCAA D2 vs NAIA Senior Bowl Game Dec. 21 in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Tabor currently holds one of the top rushing attacks in the country averaging 415.1 yards per game.

Monroe finds himself in the center of this explosive ground game and ranks eighth in the country averaging 136.4 rushing yards per game.

Since retiring from the NFL, Lawrence has had a successful and meaningful professional career as a teacher, coach, vice principal and principal for Vision Quest, a youth placement facility in Franklin, Pa.

Sports Briefs n Tabor’s football team won its first road playoff game in school history and finished the 2013 season with a 10-3 record overall and a 7-2 record in conference playing tying them for second in the KCAC standings.

The team ranked 11th in the nation after falling to Grand View in the quarterfinals of the NAIA Football Champion series. Fourteen members of the Tabor College football team were honored by the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference for their efforts during the 2013 season. The honorees were James Monroe Jr., Jess Croley, Terach Antoine, Anthony Daniel, Nik France, Jordan Costa, Cordell Simmons, Dylan Delk, Donnell Davis, Cody Coleman, Scott Bauer, Ben Gardner, Tyler Davis and Cody Godshall. The Bluejays will look to continue their success next year with a strong group of returners and another talented recruiting class.

n The Tabor College women’s soccer team ended their season on a win, beating the Bethel College Threshers 3-2 on Tuesday afternoon in Hillsboro, Kan. Tabor (3-6 KCAC, 6-11 Overall) finished their season in 7th place in the KCAC. n The 2013 Tabor College volleyball returned to the top of the KCAC after earning a share of the conference title with Kansas Wesleyan University. Tabor finished the regular season with a KCAC record of 16-2, and an overall record of 24-6.

n Seven players from the Tabor men’s soccer team were selected to the KCAC All-Conference teams for their performances during 2013 season. Adam Morley, Bransyn Felty, Marian Saar, Philipp Wahl, Alberto Checa, Rafael Marin and Antoine Williams were honors recipients. Tabor, whose season came to a close in the championship game of the conference tournament, finished the 2013 season with a record of 13-62, and a KCAC record of 5-2-2, good for third place in the regular season standings.

n The Tabor College cheerleaders attended the UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association) college camp held in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin to strengthen team building techniques as well as develop crowd leading skills.

The team received three superior awards for outstanding evaluation performances in sideline, fight song and game-day readiness and received one excellent award for cheer evaluation. The Tabor Bluejay received two superior awards, one excellent award in character development and most improved mascot award.

n The Tabor College women’s cross country team placed 17th out of 21 teams and the men’s cross country team placed 12th out of 25 teams at the NAIA MidStates Classic hosted by Southwestern College, at the Veterans’ Home in Winfield, Kan.

Cheerleaders at the UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association) college camp held in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Photo courtesy Tony Morris.

Making a run down the field, Junior Jessica Renzelman of Ione, Calif. continues the play.

Sophomore Jose Lopez of Perris, Calif. advances through the defense.

Focusing on his footwork, Sophomore Philipp Wahl of Germany shows strong offensive movement.

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Above: Successful in her effort, Senior Amy Jo Maphet of Pratt, Kan. saves the volley. Right: Senior Hollister Wolf of Moundridge, Kan. sets for a teammate's next play.

Senior Katie Kaufman of McPherson, Kan. prepares for a powerful spike.

Quarterback Ryan Nelson to running back James Monroe Jr. Cody Coleman, running back.

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Joel Allen at NAIA national cross country, Lawrence, Kan

Brielle Lund at NAIA national cross country, Lawrence, Kan

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Marriages Drew Fulmer (fs’02) and Jeanie Smith (g’03), married in Hesston, Kan., on October 18, 2013 Grant Mulkey and Tina Wesley (g’09), married in McPherson, Kan., on October 6, 2013 Michael Hook and Daneen Landis (g’04), married in Abilene, Kan., on September 22, 2013 Adam Dirks (g’11) and Bethany Hamilton, married in Kauai, Hawaii, on August 18, 2013

Conner/Finch

Ellis/Goedecke

Ford/Weinbrenner

Hook/Landis

Howard/Albrecht

Jost/Creps

Mulkey/Wesley

Nachtigal/Brubacher

Gould/Funk

Adam Suderman (fs’11) and Jenae Pauls (g’11), married in Wichita, Kan., on August 10, 2013 Jake Nachtigal (cs’13) and Yvonne Brubacher (cs’13), married in Hesston, Kan., on August 3, 2013 Daniel Jost (fs’11) and Candace Weinbrenner (fs’12), married in Hillsboro, Kan., on August 3, 2013

Jost/Weinbrenner

Jakob Brucks (g’13) and Nikol Sandoval (g’13), married in Golden, Colo., on July 27, 2013 Mark Ellis and Cara Goedecke (g’06), married in Dallas, Texas, on June 29, 2013 Dmitry Bucklin and Rachel Weaver (g’13), married in Inola, Okla., on June 22, 2013 Kyle Friesen and Karis Jost (g’07), married in Hesston, Kan., on June 29, 2013 Jacob Sivells (g’10) and Chelsea Malone (g’10), married in Claflin, Kan., on June 8, 2013 Daniel Howard and Kady Albrecht (g’13), married in Herington, Kan., on May 25, 2013 Brent Ford and Audrey Weinbrenner (fs’11), married in Olathe, Kan., on March 23, 2013 Josh Jost (g’10) and Rachel Creps, married in Draper, Utah, on August 11, 2012 Macy Fadenrecht (g’10) and Kayla Baum, married in Fairview, Okla., on September 8, 2012 Garrett Gould and Taylor Funk (g’12), married in Wichita, Kan., on December 7, 2012 Mark van Houten (g’98), and Uliana Tikhomirova, married in Sheridan, Wyo., on May 23, 2009

Births/Adoptions Andrew and Tricia (Brauch g’98) Forsythe, Buffalo, S.D., a girl, Allyria Kamaryn, November 17, 2013 Jenkins Franklin and Shelby Miller (g’08), Dallas, Texas, a girl, Essie Robin Franklin, October 29, 2013

van Houten/Tikhomirova

Cody (g’05) and Shaina Schafer, Tampa, Kan., a boy, Canon Mak, October 23, 2013 Chris (fs’06) and Emily (Vogts g’07) Metcalf, Wichita, Kan., a boy, Oliver Gene, August 8, 2013 Michael (g’09) and Corey Rousell, Holcomb, Kan., a boy, Landon Arthur, August 16, 2013 Micah (g’03) and Amanda Ratzalff, Hillsboro, Kan., a boy, Zavior Cross, July 8, 2013 Layne (g’06) and Staci (Funk g’06) Frick, Hesston, Kan., a girl, Anisten Jayne, June 6, 2013 David (fs’87) and Darlene Regier, Murrieta, Calif., a boy, Daniel James, June 5, 2013 Dean (fs’99) and Amy Suderman, Hillsboro, Kan., a girl, Amberly Janelle, May 28, 2013 Trent and Shanna (Roberts g’06) Woodcock, Hutchinson, Kan., a boy, Levi Wayne, May 19, 2013 Danny and Becky (Lutes g’06) Anders, Maize, Kan., a boy, Jeremiah Daniel, May 4, 2013 Mark van Houten (g’98) and Uliana van Houten, a girl, Katie Ruth, March 29, 2013

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Jenkins Franklin and Shelby Miller (g’08), Denver, Colo., a boy, Robert Myland Jenkins Franklin, December 13, 2012

Jeremiah Anders

Allyria Forsythe

Todd McAtee and Heidi Braun (g’04), Topeka, Kan., a girl, Leah Braun, August 8, 2012 Ryan Vogt (fs’02) and Christy (Dyck g’02) Vogt, Newton, Kan., adopted Karina Nichole, December 28, 2011

Essie Franklin

Robert Franklin

Daniel Regier

Landon Rousell

Blayne (g’90) and Tonya Brockmueller, Sioux Falls, S.D., a boy, Andrew, June 10, 2011

Canon Schafer

Kelly Hayes (g’74), Wichita, Kan., July 31, 2013 James Andres (fs’56), Fresno, Calif., July 22, 2013 Arthur Vix (fs’42), Minot, N.D., June 30, 2013 Sandra (Brandt g’62) Epp, Bakersfield, Calif., June 30, 2013

Esther (Jost fs’43) Bartel, North Newton, Kan., June 2, 2013

Rosena (Loewen g’40) Warkentin, Lincoln, Neb., January 2, 2014

Leslie Fast (g’57), Littleton, Colo., May 25, 2013

Archie Heide (g’55), Fairview, Okla., November 29, 2013

Rosetta Wiens (Funk fs’53), Mountain Lake, Minn., October 22, 2013

Don J Suderman (g’65), Hillsboro, Kan., October 22, 2013 Robert Derksen (g’54), Wichita, Kan., October 18, 2013 Alfred Berg (g’37), Reedley, Calif., October 18, 2013 James Collier (g’87), El Centro, Calif., October 7, 2013 Richard Pankratz (g’61), Topeka, Kan., September 21, 2013 Lilly Ann Pankratz (fs’49), Hutchinson, Kan., September 8, 2013

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Daniel Cates (g’89), Overland Park, Kan., August 5, 2013

Michael Van Doren (fs’05), Topeka, Kan., January 6, 2014

Darrell Stutzman (g’80), Hutchinson, Kan., November 8, 2013 Levi Woodcock

John Faul (g’55), Hillsboro, Kan., August 10, 2013

Walter Weber (g’55), Sedgwick, Kan., June 16, 2013

Levi Jost (fs’44), Harrisonburg, Va., November 22, 2013

Katrina Vogt

Irma (Richert g’39) Ens, Hillsboro, Kan., August 23, 2013

Deaths

Rubena (Leppke g’40) Bartel, Hillsboro, Kan., December 21, 2013

Katie Ruth

Reverend Donald Esau (g’74), Henderson, Neb., August 27, 2013

Richard Harms (g’48), North Newton, Kan., September 7, 2013

Esther (Ottensmeier fs’66) Klein, Hillsboro, Kan., May 24, 2013 Jeanette (Block fs’58) Herbel, El Mirage, Ariz., April 18, 2013

Alumni News – 1970s Lyndon Plett (g’75), has accepted a position at Northern Kentucky University as the assistant women’s basketball coach.

1980s Tim Miller (g’82), is an art teacher at Golden High School in Colorado. Tim is a teacher who lives and breathes the mantra for which he is known: “The best teacher is not necessarily the one who possesses the most knowledge, but the one who most effectively enables his students to believe in their ability to learn.” This past year he received the High School Art Educator of the Year award. He has also been recognized by 9News.

1990s Sheree Nikkel Gerig (g’92) has been appointed to the Board of Governors of the Eisenhower Excellence in Public Service Series as communications chairperson. The group is dedicated to expanding the role of women in local, state and national politics, and growing the number of Republican women elected to office in Kansas.

Chad Christensen (g’95) was named Kansas 5A Baseball Coach of the Year. He has been the head baseball coach at Maize South High School in Wichita, Kansas since it opened in 2009.

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Dr. Cayle Goertzen (g’95), recently took a position as the Family Practice Physician in Belleville, Kan. at the Belleville Medical Clinic and also makes rounds at the hospital in Belleville.

Disciples Home Missions, included a study tour, “Art and Culture of Scotland and the Netherlands,” and a personal retreat at St. John’s Abbey in Collegeville, MN.

Dr. Kim Kenas (g’96), and her dad, Dr. William Loewen (Honorary Alumni) were recently featured in The Wichita Eagle as being a father/daughter team practicing medicine together for the past 9 years at West Wichita Family Physicians. Dr. Loewen said, “We follow New Testament principles to treat others the way you want to be treated and helping and caring about others.”

Cody Toews (g’02), manager of the Tractor Supply Company store in Williston, ND, was presented with the following awards: Presidents Profit Award for most profitable store in the US and District Profit Award for most profitable store in North Dakota and South Dakota, at the 2012 annual meeting in Nashville, Tenn.

2000s Dr. James Arthur White (g’01) is a Tabor College Wichita graduate in Christian Ministries. James finished his PhD Leadership in April of 2013 at Tennessee Temple University, Chattanooga, Tennessee with a 3.85 GPA. His dissertation was Leadership Characteristics of Successful Pastoral Leaders in the Wichita Metro area.

Erica (Shaw g’00) Plummer - July 2, 2013− Kennedy and Coe, LLC welcomes Erica Plummer as a senior associate in the firm’s Wichita office.

Plummer brings to clients more than 15 years of professional experience in financial analysis, forecasting/budgeting and efficiency and process improvements. Most recently, Plummer was a senior financial analyst-operation for Agco Corporation, Hesston. Plummer earned a bachelor’s degree in business management and organizational development from Tabor College, Hillsboro, Kan., graduating cum laude. Kennedy and Coe, LLC is ranked as one of the top 100 largest accounting and consulting firms in the U.S. and serves clients domestically and internationally from offices in Colorado, Kansas, Washington, D.C., and Wyoming.

Debra Townsend (g’00) has accepted an Instructional Design position with Tiger Financial, LLC. Daniel Mayes (g’02) earned a Doctor of Ministry degree from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary in Dubuque, Iowa on May 18, 2013.

His dissertation was titled, “A Movement for Wholeness: Racial Inclusivity in Rural Ministry.”

In November, 2012 he became an Affiliate Instructor in the Ministry & Theology department at Southwestern College - Professional Studies, Wichita, Kan. He was chosen to serve a three-year term on the Alumni Board of Phillips Theological Seminary in Tulsa, OK, beginning January 2013.

Additionally, this year he completed his sixth year with his current congregation, First Christian Church of Spencer, Iowa and was awarded a sabbatical. His sabbatical renewal activities, funded partially by grants from the University of Dubuque and

Kyla Suzanne Ford (g’05) is now working as a Licensed Therapist/Counselor for ATS Counseling/ Focus Institute in Enid, Okla.

Danielle Frick (g’07) received KAKE’s Golden Apple award for teaching. Since 2003, KAKE News and our partners have awarded over 360 Golden Apple Awards honoring Wichita-area educators who are making a positive difference in our local schools.

With this program, these teachers receive community wide recognition for the creative ways they support, motivate and encourage a lifetime of learning, in and out of the classroom. Eligible nominees include Pre-K through 12th grade teachers in the Wichita-area who inspire and motivate students to great heights in education. The organization looks for individuals who demonstrate creative teaching, develop programs for our youth and/or any other activities that add greater value to learning and/or have an exceptional attitude despite adversity.

Kelly (White g’08) Curran received her White Coat for entrance into Physicians Assistance Program at Red Rocks Community College (Colorado).

Joanna Chapa (g’09) led the first ever Peruvian National Youth Conference in Piura during Tabor College interterm with 4 Tabor students and partnering with missionary and Tabor graduate Heidi Schmidt (g’08).

2010s Samantha Van Ranken (g’12) and Samuel Page (g’12) received their White Coats at the University of Saint Mary physiotherapy program Mandi Phillips (g’12) received the University of Kansas Chapter Recognition Award in Pharmacy Ben Clark (g’13) received his white coat at Southwest Baptist University physiotherapy program.

Nolan Dirks (g’13) became a care staff member at ITA Home, a Boys’ Cottage, at Grace Children’s Home in Henderson, Neb.

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Calendar of Events

February 20 Men’s and Women’s Basketball @ Univ of Saint Mary 6 p.m.

February 21 President’s Dinner

February 21 Tabor Board Meetings

February 22 Men’s and Women’s Basketball vs. Friends Parent Night 5 p.m.

February 24 Men’s and Women’s Basketball @ Newman Univ 6 p.m.

March 14 Concert Choir Tour; Neb., Kan., S.D., Minn.

March 14 Concerto Bella Voce Tour; Kan., Colo., Neb.

March 17 Spring Break

Tabor basketball teams landscape newly renovated campus parking lot.

March 9 Campus Visit Weekend

April 26 Spring Showcase May 3 Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies annual spring dinner, Tabor Campus 6:30 p.m.