Presidential Inauguration

“I can assure you that, given my long friendship with the Janzens, that Tabor College is in good hands.” Bryce Unruh (G ‘91), Emcee

“This inauguration is our way to honor and anticipate the leadership of Dr. Janzen--but also to honor the heritage of Tabor College and the legacy that has been built by so many strong and faithful leaders that have gone before us.” Susan Franz Koslowsky, TC Board of Directors President

“What Jesus highlighted was two problems: shepherdless sheep and fruit that needs to be picked. And one solution: laborers….Don’t pray for workers, don’t pray for laborers, unless you’re willing to become the answer to your prayer.” Mike Jordahl, Senior Vice President, The Navigators

President David Janzen accepts applause and a standing ovation after being introduced as President for the first time (Photo Credit--John Cramer).

Council for Christian Colleges and Universities President Shirley Hoogstra addresses the guests of the inauguration dinner preceding the ceremony (Photo Credit--Michael Klaassen).

President Janzen shakes hands with former Tabor President Vernon Janzen (1980-87) (Photo Credit--Michael Klaassen).

Mark Isaac (g’84), pastor of New Life Community Church in Dinuba, California, gives a final blessing over the inauguration and President Janzen (Photo Credit--Michael Klaassen).

THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF THE INAUGURATION

(Below) President Janzen paused to take a family picture on this special day. From left to right: daughter Amber, son Alex, wife Karen, son Simon, and Simon’s fiancèe Maddy.

(Left to right) Former presidents Vernon Janzen (1980-1987), Larry Nickel (1998-2007) and Jules Glanzer (2008-2021) line up next to President Janzen.

“I have kept track of (President) David (Janzen), throughout his career, not only as a noted scholar, as an instructor, as an entrepreneur, but as devoted to his family, and above all else, as a faithful follower of Christ, making him known and serving him.” Vernon Janzen, Former Tabor President, 1980-87

“Praise God from whom all blessings flow! These familiar words from the Doxology capture why we are here tonight: to give praise to God for what he has done, what he is doing and what he will do through the people and community of Tabor College.” President David Janzen

“I believe in what God has been doing at Tabor College, and I believe the world desperately needs us to continue to carry out our mission of preparing people for a life of learning, work and service for Christ and his Kingdom.” President David Janzen