2020-2021 Petit Jean Yearbook - "Invitation" by Harding University Student Publications

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INVITATION Harding University Petit Jean Volume 97

Enrollment: 4,621

2021

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Close up! COVID-19 tests were administered on Harding’s campus beginning in fall 2020. Nurses and community members worked to provide a safe environment. | photo courtesy of Audrey Jackson

FOREWARD FOREWARD

FOREWORD

he year 2020 came as an invitation addressed to each of us. Another semester, a fresh year, an unspoiled decade. As a community, we tore at the envelope for a peek at our future, hopeful that it might hold something special. But if we had seen the world as it was going to be: separated, sick and scared, perhaps we would have rejected the invitation altogether. Spring 2020 turned to summer without warning. Classes went online, relationships were distanced and plans were canceled. It was unprecedented, and a fear of the unknown passed through each of us as COVID-19 spread across the globe. But we were not discouraged. We accepted the challenges, for we know that they are invitations to grow stronger. We endured the discomfort, for we recognize that it is an invitation to change for the better. We spread good news and smiled under masks, for we believe that hope is an invitation to victory. As students, our college experience begins with an inkling of who we’re going to be, but there is an element of surprise that follows and a series of invitations that we choose to accept. Classrooms and coursework invite us into an environment of learners. Churches and chapel invite us into a congregation of faith. Peers and professors invite us into a circle of conversation. Harding University invites us into a community of mission. We are living in a time of uncertainty. The world is not as it was, nor will it remain as it is forever. But we are here now. These challenges are our challenges, and these victories are our victories. We are the recipients of an invitation to make this time our own, and together we will step into the future, looking forward to a celebration. This is the invitation: it’s yours and it’s mine. We are all invited.

Holly Tubbs Editor-in-Chief

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Kyle Huggins, Joanna Davis, Darcy Sanford and Jessica Davis walk and talk on the front lawn. Students wore masks between classes to promote health and safety amid COVID-19. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Student Life 13 COVID-19 15 Juneteenth 23 Spring Sing 27 Homecoming Parade

International 39 HUG 41 HULA 43 Fall Changes 47 HIZ

Social Clubs 57 Changes Due to COVID-19 59 Knights Country Album 61 PTP BLM 71 Club Photos

Academics 92 Creating Space 95 New Leadership 97 Integrative Studies 101 Student Research

People 111 Jackson Duncan 117 Toni Montez 135 Allie Booth 170 Chase Preston

Leadership 189 McLarty 191 COVID-19 Task Force 199 Dorm Moms 209 Burks

Athletics 213 No Fall Ball 217 Baseball 225 Cheerleading 239 Men’s Basketball

Organizations 249 Botham Jean Memorial 255 Intramural Sports 257 McInteer Art Contest 274 Pivot

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In many ways, we get to choose how our time at Harding is shaped, and the 2020-21 school year was no exception. Although masks hid the comfort of a smile and six feet of distance kept us apart, students were resilient. Our lives were altered, and it was not always for the better, but the experience granted us the opportunity to grow as a community that invites everyone to be a part of the solution.

Dr. Anthony Fauci, head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, commented on the risk of coronavirus to Americans. “ We don’t want the American public to be worried about this because their risk is low,” Fauci said. “On the other hand, we are taking this very seriously.”

Jaxon Nash Student Life Editor

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A look at the new normal... Senior Macey Vaught takes notes behind a Plexiglass buffer. Students were seated six feet apart in classes to limit the spread of COVID-19. | photo by Jeff Montgomery

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STUDENT LIFE

MASKS ON Students and staff follow COVID-19 guidelines.

he threat of COVID-19 reached the United States in February 2020. While the virus became more prevalent throughout the country, many were unaware of the effect it would have on Harding’s campus. The cancellation and subsequent return of International Programs and spring break mission trips were the first Harding events affected by the pandemic. Shortly after, as students and faculty enjoyed spring break 2020, University administration sent an email on March 19 announcing the immediate need to transition to online classes. The cancellation of on-ground education left many to deal with feelings of shock, uncertainty and disappointment. Sophomore Madison Stevens reflected on her reaction to the news. “The first initial reaction was ‘Yay, I don’t have to go back to school,’ but that definitely didn’t last long,” Stevens said. “In six hours I was like, ‘Oh no, that means I don’t get to come back and see my friends.’ There’s a lot of things I didn’t get to do, but I understand why, so I tried not to be too disappointed about it.” Exacerbating these feelings was the unpredictable nature of online classes. For many, online coursework was a difficult adjustment. Students and faculty modified their schedules, teaching and learning styles and modes of communication to create the ideal experience. Despite the unfavorable situation, Harding finished the spring 2020 semester. Instructor of education Allison Parker highlighted the benefit of such an experience. “In some ways, even though it took us away from each other, it

unified us in purpose as far as trying to complete our mission for the semester, even without being together,” Parker said. Throughout summer 2020, University administration sent emails prefacing the regulations students and staff were required to uphold to ensure a safe fall 2020 semester on campus. These regulations included the requirement of social distancing and wearing of face masks, the cancellation of Fall Break, a switch from in-person to virtual chapel, frequent self-screening, changes to classroom layouts and remote studies after Thanksgiving break. These changes sparked anxiousness in some students, but most were prepared to adhere to such guidelines if it meant being together on campus. “This is one of those things where it’s a new experience for everybody, and so everyone is just doing the best that they can,” Stevens said. “It’s hard to find fault in that.” Once the fall 2020 semester began, it took time for students to fully adjust and accept the changes Harding enforced. Despite these changes, faculty and staff made efforts to maintain the essence of a community of mission. “We’ve had to utilize every opportunity to maintain relationships,” Assistant VP of Student Life and Dean of Students Zach Neal said. “We still interact with groups, but with the necessity to wear face coverings and distance, it’s made it to where we also need to maximize Zoom meetings, sending out cards, reaching out with text and emailing. If anything, it’s increased our emphasis on the many different ways we can stay connected.” story by Kaitlyn Cooper

Wear it proudly! Students wear masks while walking between classes. COVID-19 guidelines were enforced in fall 2020 to reduce the spread of the virus. | photo by Stanley Morales A key practices sign bearing instructions for a healthy semester stands in the American Heritage Lobby. COVID-19 directives were posted around campus in fall 2020. | photo by Stanley Morales

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STUDENT LIFE

JUNETEENTH

Students, faculty and community commemorate the abolition of slavery.

n 1862, the Emancipation Proclamation declared that those forced into the bonds of enslavement would be set free as of Jan. 1 of the following year. The news slowly spread across the South ,and two years later, it reached the ears of slaves and slave owners in Galveston, Texas. The celebration known as Juneteenth, or ‘Freedom Day,’ carried the history of Black cultures that were passed down through each generation. On June 19, 2020, Harding University hosted a Juneteenth memorial on the Front Lawn. Many professors helped plan the event, but professor of Bible Jason Darden introduced the idea. Head women’s soccer coach Gregory Harris read the Emancipation Proclamation and said a prayer over the audience. He recalled the oppression that stretched through generations of Black men and women to today. “Today, we gather to remember our predecessors who suffered oppression under the painful, dehumanizing and evil system of a new world slave trade,” Harris said. “For centuries, men and women were abused, violated and murdered. They were beaten, but not broken. They were knocked down, but they continued to rise.” Darden originally pitched the Juneteenth memorial idea to Monte Cox, dean of the College of Bible and Ministry, to gather faculty members who wanted to participate in the event. Cox encouraged Darden to make the memorial a Harding event and invite everyone in the Searcy area to attend and learn about the holiday. Word spread throughout Searcy and over 100 people attended with lawn chairs and blankets to hear Darden speak. Darden shared his family’s close ties with the historical holiday. He said for as long as he could remember, his family gathered together

in honor of the holiday to eat gumbo. His grandmother cooked as they listened to stories of deliverance and perseverance from his grandfather. “It was a celebration of how far we’ve come,” Darden said. “They were happy times for us. I think of family when I think of Juneteenth.” Darden’s great grandmother, great aunt and cousin were sold into slavery in 1836 from West Africa and brought to Galveston, Texas. Darden’s ancestors were sold as slaves and worked under a man named William J. Darden. After years of forced labor, Darden’s family heard of their sudden liberty but had nowhere to go. They traveled to California, where his family remained. After the event, many faculty and staff admitted to Darden that they did not know about Juneteenth before the University held the memorial. Tiffany Byers, director of Multicultural Student Services, spoke to that unawareness and shed some light on the history behind Juneteenth. She spoke of hope, tribulation and heartache. “Juneteenth is not about race; it is about liberty,” Byers said. Darden believed the Juneteenth memorial was a step in the right direction, but that Harding had further to go. He emphasized that the holiday was a memorial, not a celebration. Amid police brutality against Black communities, Darden felt that a memorial was more appropriate than a celebration. “Bringing awareness is extremely important to me. I believe ignorance produces fear and fear produces hate,” Darden said. “As long as I’m at Harding, I have an obligation to bring awareness to the plight of the African diaspora in America.” story by Katelyn Allen

Be aware. Instructor of Bible and Ministry Jason Darden gives a speech at the Juneteenth ceremony on June 19, 2020. The speech was given to raise awareness to the oppression African Americans faced throughout history. | photo by Madison Meyer

Assistant Dean of Students Marcus Thomas leads songs at the Juneteenth ceremony on the Front Lawn, June 19, 2020. Dean Thomas was well- known for his song-leading skills on campus and at West Pleasure Church of Christ. | photo by Madison Meyer Briana Cunningham addresses the crowd at the Juneteenth ceremony. Speakers urged listeners to be mindful of history. | photo by Madison Meyer

JUNETEENTH

DIPLOMAS AT A DISTANCE

Social distancing regulations force spring 2020 graduation to go online.

n Saturday, Aug. 15 at 11 a.m. CDT, Harding University spring and summer graduates gathered around television screens and computers to watch their 2020 graduation commencement. As COVID-19 forced the graduation ceremony online, Harding University took care to ensure the spring and summer graduates felt loved from a distance by being interactive through social media and highlighting the graduates. Additionally, the University posted many details of the virtual commencement ceremony, which encouraged the Harding community to support the graduates by watching the online event in August. “We wanted to do something very special for the graduating class of students because they were the first students to ever have a virtual graduation at Harding,” said Vice President for University Communications and Enrollment Jana Rucker. “We wanted to acknowledge that it was hard but also the appreciation with what they were able to do because they were also the first graduating class to have a virtual semester like that. We wanted to recognize their perseverance. We wanted to be intimate and intentional.” Over the summer, faculty and volunteers spent hours preparing graduation celebration packages in the McInteer Bible and World Missions Center building. Upon finishing these packages, Harding University mailed them to the 900 graduates in honor of their diligence towards finishing their degrees. “My favorite part was just how special they made it,” Kyle Raney, a spring 2020 graduate said. “Because they did go above and beyond, and they didn’t have to do as much as they did for us. We got a box in the mail that had a yearbook in it and graduation programs, some confetti and merchandise and a little alumni sticker and whatever else, so that was really sweet.” Along with care packages and mail delivered diplomas, Harding University engaged graduates through their social media accounts by encouraging the students to post with the caption #HUgrad20 and #BisonsTogether. This engagement helped students feel a sense of community despite being spread out across the world. “It’s a lot of work, but it’s worth it,” said Dr. Marty Spears, Associate professor of mathematics and provost, about the virtual graduation ceremony. “So, we just tried things to make it meaningful because there’s nothing like being together.” story by Sophia Toth

VIRTUAL GRADUATION

Alumna Kylie Jones poses for her graduation photo at Harding University on May 12, 2020. Jones was a member of women’s social club Delta Gamma Rho while attending Harding. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

Walk across the living room! Alumnus Carson Gentry poses next to his graduation photo on May 12, 2020. Gentry was a member of the Harding Student Association while attending Harding. | photo courtesy of Carlee Gentry

Alumna Abby Austin stands in her cap and gown with her parents on May 12, 2020. Austin was a member of women’s social club Delta Nu while attending Harding. | photo courtesy of Abby Austin

Alumna Briley Feringa smiles at her virtual graduation on May 12, 2020. Feringa was a catcher for the Lady Bison softball team. | photo courtesy of Briley Ferringa

STUDENT LIFE

STAMPEDE makes an I M P A C T First Year Experience redesigns freshman orientation to comply with regulations.

reshman Orientation looked different in fall 2020 for more than just returning students. Since March of 2020, Dean of the University College Kevin Kehl and Assistant Director of First Year Experience Caitlin Denton had been a part of the task force to figure out how they were going to make Bison Bound and Stampede happen. “Our first thing we knew for sure, coming into the job, was that Bison Bound would look different,” junior Co-Director Everett Kirkman said. “It ended up being all online, so we prepared different videos and then filmed them all.” In the midst of planning with Bison Bound and Stampede Co-Director Ethan Brazell, Kirkman and the COVID-19 task force were unsure of what to plan for since circumstances were continually changing. “There were several challenges early on about feeling comfortable with making a final decision about what it was going to look like,” Kehl said. “The final version did not happen until the day of the printing of the schedule.”

When Stampede began at the end of the summer and freshmen moved in, the co-directors were prepared to use their newly designed system in which all of the Energy Groups, which went on to become their Bible classes, were split into four color groups to ensure social distancing. “One of the evening activities, Disney Channel Games, involved the color groups competing with one another in shifts,” Denton said. “It was such a clever idea, considering that they were in color groups,” The second event, Lawnapalooza, was an outdoor event at Harding Park where students ate dinner and listened to live music performed by Harding cohorts. “It was very chill and just a really good and easy way to end the week,” Denton said. Through the stress of making new plans to ensure for protection against COVID-19, Kirkman and Brazell emphasized to the Energy Group Leaders and freshmen the importance of embracing the reality of the situation rather than talking about how hard and different it was. story by Selby Bailey Yates

STUDENT LIFE STAMPEDE

Students participate in hypnosis in the George S. Benson Auditorium. The show was a freshman orientation tradition. | photo by Madison Meyer

Eyes closed, mask on! Freshman McKenna Vaught participates in hypnotism on the George S. Benson Auditorium stage. Students were convinced that the Barney toy could talk. | photo by Madison Meyer Students move in groups to Stampede activities. Bison Bound and Stampede activities were held in various places on campus in August 2020. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Turn up the volume! Seniors Alyson White, Julie Goddard and Hannah Shea White attended an online church service. Most churches held multiple livestream services. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

STUDENT LIFE

WELCOME TO WORSHIP

Local churches offer virtual and socially distanced services to encourage student attendance.

ocal churches had to account for over 4,000 students who came back for the fall 2020 semester. In an effort to engage students safely, churches got creative with their meetings. In addition to live streaming Sunday service, Downtown Church of Christ created a third service at 11:00 a.m. for university students and staff to attend in person. Senior Austin Varner said the seating was arranged to ensure social distancing, masks were required and they were monitored as they left to limit close contact. “I imagine limiting the exposure to the Downtown members who live and work in Searcy year-round benefits the larger Searcy community by limiting mutual contacts if there were to be a campus outbreak of the virus,” Varner said. Varner was thankful for an opportunity to worship in a public setting. “The first service for students on Sunday was the first time I had worshiped in real life since March, and I loved every moment of it,” Varner said. “It was really powerful to be back with so many believers in the same room, and it reminded me to take inventory of all the little things we would miss if they were suddenly gone.” Highway Church of Christ added a second service at 10:30 a.m.

in a separate building. They requested that college students and their families attend the new service, while local members were asked to attend the 8 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. services. Senior Matt Hipshire said the congregation abided by Arkansas recommendations to wear masks and practice social distancing. “Highway is doing a great job of making us feel comfortable with our masks on while we worship,” Hipshire said. Fellowship Bible Church retained their three services and asked the congregation to register online before attending a service. They asked the congregation to wear masks, keep socially distant and stay home if sick or in contact with someone who was. Worship and College Pastor Abby Dingus said Fellowship continued Sanctuary, a student-led worship night, and started a new gathering for undergraduate and graduate students called Whole Life Equip on Sunday nights following the same guidelines. “We kept asking ourselves how we could best take care of one another and love our neighbors as ourselves,” Dingus said. “We know not everyone likes wearing masks, but we think it is one of the most loving things we can do during these COVID days.” story by Darcy Sanford

The sign outside College Church of Christ reminds attendees to wear a m tried to follow COVID-19 guidelines. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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T W I C E UPON A

SPRING SING

Harding moves 2020’s Spring Sing to 2021.

n March 2020, campus was abuzz with excitement and anticipation for the Spring Sing show “Once Upon a Time.” When COVID-19 reached the U.S. and the world was put on hold, that excitement had to be delayed as well. A year later, students and faculty wanted to revive “Once Upon a Time,” while embracing the changes necessary to make it happen. From that, 2021’s “Twice Upon a Time” was born, and with it came a slew of new challenges and joys. From the perspective of the performances, one of the biggest changes was the incorporation of new performers into an existing show. Thanks to club week being pushed to spring semester, new pledge classes helped compensate for the loss of members due to graduation and scheduling conflicts. “With the new members, my show is roughly the same size as last year,” sophomore Jeana Wilsom said. “It’s the same length and we’re doing all of the same songs.” With show sizes remaining the same, every group had to follow COVID-19 guidelines to ensure safety in large group settings. “Doing rehearsals in a COVID world is, well, I wouldn’t say more stressful than normal, but it is tedious,” Omega Phi and Delta Gamma Rho spring sing director Valentino Warren II said. “Everyone is so used to connecting and getting close to each other,” Warren II said. “Trying to maintain social distance when everyone is so relationally close to each other is difficult, and that is the aspect that everybody looks forward to in Spring Sing.” To make sure social distancing was encouraged and enforced, every show assigned at least one member to be a COVID-19 officer, whose job was to keep the director and members safe. “Trying to maintain a good, steady pace while also making sure everyone is socially distanced and taking breaks is very hard as a choreographer, so the COVID officers are there to keep me on track,” Warren II said. “Usually we break every 15-20 minutes, and the COVID officer keeps up with that, as well as enforces social distancing.” While the rules may have affected the closeness that Spring Sing is known for, students were still glad to be involved.

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“They come in with a smile, they put in the work, and they’re having fun,” Warren II said. “Once you begin working together, the whole process is going to be so much more fun.” “I’m still having a great time, and I think other people are too,” Wilsom agreed. As club shows navigated a new process, the Spring Sing ensemble and the Harding Jazz Band adapted as well. “We try to do rehearsals in sections, rather than having all of the ensemble in one room all the time,” ensemble director and Spring Sing coordinator Dottie Frye said. “We’ve always rotated groups around, but we especially did this year to be safe.” Significant changes to the choreography were made to help with social distancing as well, and the audience capacity was extremely limited. “It’s nice to have a giant audience, but it’s obviously not safe right now,” senior ensemble member Nick Stevenson said. “I’m actually less nervous because there’s less people in the audience.” The Jazz Band, an ensemble that has been a part of the rich tradition of Spring Sing since its inception, was not physically present in “Twice Upon a Time.” “We’re not going to be playing in person; we’re doing the tracks and then recording them,” sophomore band member Braydon Letsinger said. “We’re playing songs that are associated with story and imagination, magic and mystery, to complement the theme of Twice Upon a Time.” Through all the changes, one thing remained the same, and that was the talent and hard work of everyone involved. “The talent that we have all came from God,” Frye said. “We didn’t do anything to deserve it, so it is our responsibility to use it the best we can to glorify Him, entertain others, and build each other up. So as for the rehearsal process, lets make it positive. Lets make it fun. Let’s grow, and then we have something to share with an audience.” story by Zach Bishop

All together now! Women’s social club Pi Theta Phi and men’s social clubs Gamma Sigma Phi and Theta practice for 2021 Spring Sing in the George S. Benson Auditorium. Participants were required to follow COVID-19 guidelines. | photo courtesy of Connor Newsom

Emily Whitehorn and Carley Keller bond during Spring Sing practice. Clear masks were worn to allow for singing exercises. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

Senior Marisa Pesina learns choreography for Spring Sing ensemble. Participants resumed practicing in January 2021. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

STUDENT LIFE

LUCK has NOTHING to do with it

CAB gives students an opportunity to show off their trivia and bingo skills.

n fall 2020, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) hosted a trivia tournament to encourage student involvement on campus. Over 100 people signed up to participate in the tournament, and there was a $500 cash prize for the winning team. Director of Campus Life Logan Light found the tournament was positively received upon its announcement. “I think the idea was received very well,” Light said. “We had a lot of people show interest and sign up their teams, so that was a good sign. Also, a prize of $500 doesn’t hurt.” Due to COVID-19 safety measures, large social gatherings were uncommon in fall 2020. As a result, the sight of over 100 sociallydistanced individuals in one place was unique and refreshing. “I was shocked when I walked into the College Church auditorium to see so many people,” junior Ethan Brazell said. “They were all following safety guidelines, but this was the largest gathering of students I had seen this semester. The prize money really got people talking about it on campus. Five hundred dollars was enough cash to get everyone really competitive, so the atmosphere was really great.” CAB previously held events on campus each semester, including concerts, movie nights and game nights. This tournament was inspired by a successful Harry Potter themed trivia night that CAB previously hosted. “It has been so fun to have this trivia tournament,” CAB Student Director Abby Stinnett said. “We’ve had a good turnout, and it’s fun to see how excited the teams get and be able to have an event that connects students with each other.” The trivia tournament provided students an opportunity to end the semester with a fun night around friends, and it was received with positive feedback. “The trivia rounds were much more challenging and exciting than I anticipated when I signed up,” senior Mike Zeringue said. “Trivia night was a great opportunity to get out of the house and enjoy time with our friends. I signed up for the event because my esteemed pal Alexander Keller and I were coming hot off of a win at the Slader’s Trivia Night, and we were feeling extra cocky.” Zeringue said the cocky attitude paid off as his team won the tournament and took home the grand prize. “While the competition was exciting, I never had any doubt that we were going to walk away with the grand prize,” Zeringue said. “I’m just glad my team was able to enjoy a couple of competitive nights thanks to CAB.” story by Ellie Shelton Jolene? Junior Kayla Cesone and senior Alyson White guesses Dolly Parton in CAB trivia. CAB planned activities under COVID-19 guidelines| photo by Chantel Ceaser

CAB EVENTS

CAB activities, including bingo and trivia, take place in the Hammon Student Center. COVID-19 precautions did not halt all forms of competition in fall 2020.| photo by Madison Meyer

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FLOAT HOME on

The homecoming parade returns amidst COVID-19 regulations.

he office of alumni and parent relations made homecoming weekend virtual for the first time in history. A weekend traditionally filled with in-person reunions transitioned online in fall 2020. In-person events remained for students to attend safely, and were live-streamed for the Harding community. Heather Kemper, director of alumni and parent relations, knew Harding needed a uniting event in the time of uncertainty. While researching the class of 1970 in preparation for their 50th reunion party, the homecoming parade drew her attention. She decided 2020 was the perfect opportunity to resurrect this tradition, since other homecoming weekend activities were canceled. “Since we were not having the other on-campus activities, it was a good opportunity for us to give it a try,” Kemper said. Kemper was in charge of the parade alongside Shelbi Bridges, event and project director in the office of alumni and parent relations. “We were looking for something to bring students together and bring the Harding community together that would be safe, something that’s fun and people can get involved in and show their school spirit, but can also stand six feet apart while they do it,” Bridges said.

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Ju Go Ju float building director sophomore Gabi Gonzalez was excited to be involved in the float construction process. She said although traditions like tailgates were canceled, this experience provided opportunities to stay connected with friends safely. “I think this semester has been harder than ever to make friends or continue with existing friendships,” Gonzalez said. “I think this has been a good goal for a lot of clubs and organizations on campus to work towards together because it has kept us communicating with one another.” Kemper said that although uncertainties and restrictions resulting from COVID-19 made organizing activities on campus difficult in 2020, she hoped this experience gave students something to look forward to. “In a semester where there’s a lot of disappointments, hopefully this is something that brings joy and makes us reflect on the simple things, and that we can find excitement and creativity, and that helps us as a student body,” Kemper said. story by Ava Galyean

Freshman JP Rutherford and sophomore Thibault Waeles pose for a photo as they pass by. Masks were worn during the celebration to comply with COVID-19 guidelines. | photo by Stanley Morales

Members of the Lady Bison softball team walk alongside their float. Many University sports teams built floats and participated in the parade. | photo by Stanley Morales

Sophomore Gillian Campos rides on her scooter in the parade. Students dressed up to show support for their organizations during the celebration. | photo by Stanley Morales Wave to the queen! Senior Chantel Ceaser waves to the crowd as she passes in the parade. Ceaser was voted 2020 Homecoming Queen. | photo by Stanley Morales

HOMECOMING PARADE

STUDENT LIFE

Computer CAMARADERIE Students and staff participate in the first semester of virtual chapel.

s students left for spring break 2020, neither students nor faculty could have predicted how the events of the summer would affect the following semester. One of Harding’s most beloved traditions, chapel, would soon be experienced through a screen rather than a physical communal experience among students and faculty. As students adjusted to the reality of the fall 2020 semester’s changes, they also had to shuffle through the mixed emotions of having a virtual chapel. Senior Tyler Roth was disappointed when chapel moved to a virtual format. However, Roth tried to maintain a positive outlook by using the extra time to focus on meaningful relationships. “It was always such a pleasure to gather with my closest friends each and every day to build community inside the Benson Auditorium,” Roth said. “Moving online feels like I’m missing out on the full Harding experience, but on the flip side, moving chapel online has made my daily schedule much more flexible and allows me to dedicate more time in other areas such as building personal relationships with my professors, spending extra time with my teammates and maybe even fitting in an occasional nap.” Sophomore Kamie Provence also understood the need for a virtual chapel, although she wished circumstances were different. “Considering the circumstances, virtual chapel is not ideal because it loses the aspect of worshipping as a student body, but it still continues the tradition,” Provence said. “The new virtual chapel is a safe alternative with the circumstances we have encountered this semester and is very convenient for everyone to be in attendance.” In previous years, chapel was held for two different services, 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. For fall 2020 there were plans to combine the two services into one so the entire student body would have the chance to worship together. Junior Joey Lawhorn expressed his disappointment when he learned that returning to one assembly in the fall was no longer an option. “I was really looking forward to having one large chapel,” Lawhorn said. “Chapel is obviously one of Harding’s big features, and I wish we could do it all together, but having a virtual chapel is better than nothing.”

The production of chapel is monitored behind the scenes in the HU16 office. Virtual chapel gave students live news experience. | photo by Stanley Morales

story by Maryn McAfee

Lights, camera, action! Sophomore Madison Meyer assists the production of chapel behind the scenes in the HU16 office as Dr. Jesse Robertson addresses viewers. Virtual chapel involved many students and faculty. | photo by Stanley Morales

VIRTUAL CHAPEL

The Market stands open as the on-campus shop for students and staff. The store was previously called “The P.O.D.” | photo by Stanley Morales Tu Taco replaces Taco Bell as the Mexican cuisine in the Student Ceneter. The vendor was chosen by popular vote of the students. | photo by Stanley Morales

The Brackett Library now has the popular Midnight Oil Coffeehouse. Midnight Oil was founded in 1997 and remained popular among students. | photo by Stanley Morales

STUDENT LIFE

CHARTing A NEW COURSE Chartwells replaces Aramark as campus food provider in fall 2020.

n fall 2020, Harding’s campus was introduced to many changes, and food was no exception. After 30 years of service, Harding cut ties with Aramark food service to begin working with Chartwells to provide food on campus. Though some dining locations remained unchanged, others were redesigned, relocated or replaced altogether. Among the changes to the dining experience was the transformation of the Charles White Dining Hall into the Range Food Hall. Due to COVID-19, the cafeteria was altered to encourage social distancing. Further changes were made in the Hammon Student Center, where Taco Bell was replaced with Tu Taco, and The P.O.D. became The Market. “Harding expressed the need for innovative programming,” Director of Dining Derek Good said. “Now we have The Range Food Hall, we do concessions and we have all the retail areas.” In addition to the updated cafeteria and student center, Chartwells partnered with local businesses. Slader’s Alaskan Dumpling Company was allowed to park their food truck outside of the Ganus Activities Complex. Slader’s employee and Harding senior Brielle Hetherington reflected on the importance of bringing the Searcy community together with Harding students. “I think having a SADCo. food truck on Harding’s campus is just one of many small ways to unify the Harding community with the greater Searcy community,” Hetherington said. “Slader’s has been

such a staple for Harding students since its conception, so to have Chartwells recognize that is really cool.” Another local business established a presence on campus. Replacing Java City in the Brackett Library was Midnight Oil Coffeehouse. The move came after Midnight Oil’s management approached Chartwells for a business opportunity. “When Chartwells came in, we had done a lot of research and saw that it might be successful pairing,” manager of Midnight Oil’s brickand-mortar location Eric Mount said. “We had looked at adding a second location, and we thought this made a lot of sense to try it out on campus where there was familiarity with students.” Associate professor and librarian Lisa Fuller felt the same way. She believed Midnight Oil’s presence on campus would be positive for students. “We were really excited about it,” Fuller said. “Midnight Oil has a strong history with Harding students, and they support some of the mission programs that mean a lot to us, so we were thankful that we would have a way to facilitate that support.” story by Mitch Friesenborg

Hungry eyes! The Range Food Hall staff serves food in fall 2020. The company redesigned the dining hall during the summer 2020 to encourage social distancing. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Women’s dorm Kendall Hall holds positive COVID-19 cases.

n the summer of 2020, Harding designated women’s dorm Kendall Hall as a temporary residence for students who tested positive for COVID-19. “Kendall Hall is utilized for isolation, reserved for our students who have tested positive for COVID-19,” Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students Zach Neal said. “Students who are pending testing results or have been listed as a recent ‘close contact’ of an individual testing positive for COVID-19 are to quarantine in the Heritage Inn or in a residence hall room that allows for them to live privately. A temporary residence life coordinator was hired to live in Kendall and give support to the students there.” Kendall Hall provided a unique experience for those who had to isolate. “I think using Kendall as an isolation dorm was a really smart move,” sophomore Watkins Kelly said. “While some students went

Abby Foust sits at her window in Kendall dorm while quarantined Oct. 1, 2020. Students in isolation found creative ways to connect with the outside world. | photo courtesy of Holden Montgomery

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home, many of us couldn’t because it would risk exposure to our family, or some stayed just for the feeling of still, sort of, being on campus with everyone.” Even though residing in Kendall provided some benefits, isolation was not always easy for the students. “It was kind of fun at first, being able to have down time in Kendall Hall, but it got lonely fast,” junior Konrad Heyen said. “What got me through it was the support and encouragement from my friends. They would come see me outside the window, and we were able to socialize every day, so that was a blessing.” It was definitely an adjustment getting used to Kendall and living in quarantine, but the transition was smooth, and the administration was very helpful along the way, Kelly said. story by Maren Bonham

Look at the window! Emily Stinnett counts down the days in isolation before returning to normal life with her peers. Many students reached out and interacted with their friends while confined in women’s dorm Kendall Hall. | photo courtesy Holden Montgomery Quarantined students lean from their windows in Kendall dorm. Window conversations became commonplace in fall 2020 | photo courtest of Emma Bartch

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Since 1980, Harding students have traveled the world through various study abroad programs. These trips invited students to participate in foreign cultures and broaden their perspectives personally, socially and spiritually. Although fall 2020 saw the cancellation of international travel, students reflected on their expereinces abroad, and brought a positive perspective to the Searcy community.

Harding University in Florence (HUF) announced the program’s early return home due to Italy’s lockdown.

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FAREWELL, FLORENCE HUF International Program cut short in spring 2020.

arding University’s Spring 2020 International Programs were deeply affected by COVID-19. All of the programs were brought home after the virus’ outbreak. The first of the international programs to be sent home was the Harding University in Florence program (HUF). Students in the HUF program had only been in Italy for three weeks when they got the news on Feb. 26 that they would be going back to the U.S. due to the danger of COVID-19. Executive Director of International Programs Audra Pleasant shared the amount of research she did monitoring COVID-19 in Italy and all the abroad programs. “I was constantly tracking the number of cases in Florence and the other locations we had students to see what the best decision would be,” Pleasant said. “We had to worry about not only students’ safety, but also the ability to travel because we didn’t want them to get stuck in the country.” Pleasant was sympathetic with the students and their experiences, and was hopeful about the future of Harding’s International Programs. “We were the first group to have to leave, and at the time, there were still so many unknowns about the virus, so it kind of felt unfair, in a way, that we had to be the ones to leave first,” junior Jewel Gilbert said. “I would have rather stayed in quarantine with my friends than go back and quarantine alone.”

Gilbert shared her emotions toward the process, how fast it all happened and how they were mandated by the state to quarantine for 14 days once they got back to the United States. Gilbert also shared her experience seeing the changes she saw in Italy due to COVID-19. “When I left, my mom gave me masks and said ‘Here, you will need these,’ and I laughed and thought, ‘There’s no way I’ll need a mask.’ After we got there, I noticed more and more people wearing masks, and then toward the end, things started to shut down and schools weren’t allowing travel. That’s when I knew we would probably be going home.” Despite the students’ study abroad experience lasting only three weeks, they were still able to make memories with friends and faculty on the trip. “My favorite part of the trip was getting to climb the Duomo,” junior Jackson Newsom said. “It was such a cool experience and so breathtaking. We also got to climb it together, so it was a fun memory to do it as a group and take pictures and see how breathtaking it was.” Gilbert and Newsom both shared that some of their favorite memories were getting to be with all the people on their trip, which made it even harder to leave. However, they said they were thankful for the time they spent in Italy.

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When in Florence... Juniors Anna Grace Glenn, Ellie Shelton and Hannah Hood pose for a picture overlooking the city of Florence. Students were sent home early due to COVID-19. | photo courtesy of Ellie Shelton Tourists swim in glass pyramid while students roam. HUF students explored Florence and interacted with the community. | photo courtesy of Ellie Shelton The Ponte Alla Carraia is a popular bridge that sits on the River Arno in the city of Renaissance. The bridge was built in 1218 by an Italian architect named Ettore Fagiuoli. | photo courtesy of Anna Grace Glenn

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HUG students Haylie Douglas, Ethan Ward, Lily Witt, Elizabeth Rush and Elise Harrison visit the Arco de Triunfo de Barcelona. Opportunities to travel to different countries made the shortened spring program enjoyable. | photo courtesy of Haylie Douglas Pyramid in front of the pyramids! Students stack in front of the pyramids in Egypt. Harding students visited Egypt during their travels with the HUG program during the spring 2020 semester. | photo courtesy of Haylie Douglas

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Harding University in Greece return home early in spring 2020.

arding University International Programs allowed students to travel the world during a semester of their choice. However, Harding University in Greece (HUG) was among the many trips cut short in spring 2020. The majority of time at HUG was spent in Porto Rafti, Greece, just outside of Athens. HUG students learned about Greek and biblical history, bringing the stories to life. Junior Jacqueline Whitaker said she chose to attend HUG because of her desire to visit the places in scripture. “I just didn’t really think about them being real,” Whitaker said. “It was really good for me to go there to see them, and know they’re real and get to bring that insight and depth into reading scripture and my faith.” HUG directors Megan and Daniel Adams explained that although the trip was cut short, they were blessed to experience most of what they planned. “We felt very fortunate that we got the trips that people really wanted to do,” Megan Adams said. “Although it was hard, they realize how lucky they were to have gotten as much of the semester in as they did.” Junior Eden Henderson said she learned valuable wisdom through the experience of leaving Greece and staying home for the remainder of her summer.

“I learned a lot this summer about loving other people and what that looks like,” Henderson said. “Not just in my own little bubble, loving others when it’s uncomfortable, or when it’s different from what I’m used to. In that uncomfort, that’s where I grow.” Since May 2019, the Adamses served as the directors of HUG. They said the opportunity to live in Greece was appealing; however, their intentions for the international HUG trip were for the advancement of students’ minds and hearts to the world. “Students that do go overseas, they do begin to see and know these people, realizing they’re not that much different,” Daniel Adams said. “That is a common thread that God has put all through the world, and when we begin to see that, when we come back, it changes who we are here.” The Adamses hoped to return to Greece toward the end of 2020 in order to prepare for future students. “We are hopeful and optimistic that in January we will have students,” Daniel Adams said. “We will find out in the middle of October if hope is well-founded. I think at the very latest, next summer we should be good.” story by Sadie Thornton

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GLUED to PERU HULA students quarantine together in Peru in spring 2020.

n March 12, 2020, the group of students at Harding University in Latin America (HULA) were told that their trip would be cut short due to the looming COVID-19 pandemic. Instructor and Director of HULA Jeremy Daggett scheduled one last trip before the students would be sent home. “We spent a whirlwind weekend traveling to remote parts of southern Peru, an island community in the middle of Lake Titicaca at 13,000 feet above sea level, and even went through a pass at 16,000 feet, then to descend into the Colca Valley at 11,000 feet,” Daggett said. They arrived back in Arequipa five days later to a statewide order requiring all foreign travelers to leave within 24 hours or they would be quarantined for two weeks. As they boarded their plane to Lima on their trip back to the U.S., a fog descended around the plane. Junior Layne Pace said Arequipa was a desert climate, so the fact that there was fog at all was an unusual weather phenomenon. “We sat there for around four hours, and we began to doubt that we would make it out of Peru,” junior Peri Reagan said. “At that point, we were upset about the circumstances of having to leave; we didn’t realize the distress the rest of the world was in.” The state order kept the students in Peru over two weeks longer than they thought they would be after assuming they would be going home on March 16.

Pile on the dunes! HULA students gather on an AT V in Huacachina Village in Paracas, Peru. The natural oasis was formed by air and sand. | photo courtesy of Layne Pace

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“We never knew it would be for two weeks, though,” Reagan said. “The whole time we had our bags packed ready to leave again.” The group spent two weeks quarantined in Arequipa experiencing in-person classes while the main campus switched to online learning. “Through quarantine we played lots of games, baked plenty of desserts, ate some really good Peruvian food, studied, went to class and exercised.” “It was simple and very special,” Pace said. They were allowed back into the U.S. just over two weeks later while Peru remained under quarantine. “Here I’d like to tip my hat to Audra Pleasant and the team,” Daggett said. “They were phenomenal. Every step of the way they were considering all sorts of logistical possibilities, alternate planes, interfacing with the U.S. State Department and families of the students.” story by Kassidy Barden

Juniors Elaine Helpenstill, Grace Long and Layne Pace smile on Colca Canyon in Peru. The canyon stood 43.5 miles high and was formed by eroded volcanic rock. | photo courtesy of Layne Pace Students pause for a photo at the Santa Catalina Monastery in Arequipa, Peru. The monastery was used as a cathedral for Dominican nuns in 1579. | photo courtesy of Layne Pace

Students pose with sand boards in the village of Huacachina in Paracas, Peru. They visited one of the few sandy oases in South America. | photo courtesy of Layne Pace

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or students planning to participate in fall 2020 International Programs, the semester was altered even more drastically than anticipated. “We did our best to defer programs as much as we could rather than just cancel them,” Executive Director of International Programs Audra Pleasant said. Plesant said the International Programs team was committed to make a decision for the spring 2021 programs on Oct. 21, and were hopeful that programs would be back up and running by fall 2021. Director of Harding University in Greece (HUG) Daniel Adams spent the fall 2020 semester on Harding’s main campus teaching art classes and getting to know more of his HUG students. “We’ve spent quite a bit of time on social media with all of our past groups from this past year,” Adams said. “Having been here in the States, we’ve been able to meet with past groups and future groups and visit with them face to face rather than just waiting for them to show up.”

To keep busy through the fall semester, the HUG staff met and created projects to keep the housing at HUG, the Artemis, spotless for the next round of students, Adams said. Adams and his wife traveled back to Greece in November 2020 to help their staff prepare for the next round of students and receive their permanent resident ID cards. Sophomore Kayla Cesone, a nursing student passionate about healthcare missions, planned to attend Harding University in Zambia (HIZ). “HIZ getting canceled pushed me to actively look for opportunities to do [healthcare missions] here,” Cesone said. Having planned to go since her junior year of high school, Cesone said the change of plans warped the idea of her Harding experience, but she realized God was working for the better. “He was definitely working on me and let go of my plans and what I thought my life was going to look like,” Cesone said. “He definitely brought a lot of goodness in just being here in Searcy.” story by Selby Bailey Yates

The International Programs office stands attached to the Honor’s House. Plans were made to send students abroad in future semesters. | photo by Madison Meyer

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he International Programs office canceled the Harding University in Australasia (HUA) study abroad program for fall 2020 due to COVID-19 on June 30, 2020. Students and faculty who planned on attending HUA were disappointed after realizing the trip couldn’t happen. “The cancellation of this year’s fall program left a void in my life and a feeling of disappointment for the students who were looking forward to a trip of a lifetime,” HUA Director Pamela Little said. Even though going to Australia was a lifelong dream for many, sophomore Camille Smith said she lowered her expectations in the wake of COVID-19. “I have wanted to visit Australia for as long as I can remember,” Smith said. “I kind of assumed that HUA was going to be canceled, so I was not too surprised when they sent the official email out.” The trip’s cancellation also affected the class registration process for students who originally planned to enroll in courses at HUA. “We had to make two schedules for the fall whenever we were figuring out if we were going or not, so it has just caused a lot of weird things logistically for our schedules,” sophomore Anna Westbrook said. Other students experienced similar problems. Smith said canceling the trip forced students with more restrictive schedules to change their plans. “I think it probably affected a number of students who may not have the opportunity to go now due to scheduling conflicts,” Smith said. “This may have been the only time studying abroad was able to fit into their course plan.” Despite the negatives of the situation, the directors of HUA and the students involved remained confident about the return of the program in following years. “I am really optimistic HUA will resume next fall,” Little said. “Hopefully, the students who didn’t have the opportunity to come this year will be able to go next year.” Westbrook encouraged students to look at the bright side of the situation and hope for better things in the future. “I know it is disappointing,” Westbrook said. “I was excited to grow relationships, but there will be good things that come out of this. We might not know what they are yet, but there will be some good.” story by Daniela Cuellar Junior Georgia Dunning sits with elephants during HUA . Students mourned trip cancellations in fall 2020. | photo courtesy of Georgia Dunning Junior Georgie Dunning scuba dives in Australia. International programs promoted adventure in many forms. | photo by Georgia Dunning

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HUA students gather in the Milford Sound. The program travelled in Australia and Asia | photo courtesy of Georgia Dunning

HUA students Eric Johnson, Abby Womack, Georgia Dunning and Cambria Tognaci. Prospective HUA students were unable to travel abroad in fall 2020. | photo courtesy of Georgia Dunning Open wide! Parker Finton, Georgia Dunning, Caleb Baker, Alexis Truesdail and Sarah Wicker smile before their activity with Shark Dive. Students were encouraged to try new things. | photo courtesy of Georgia Dunning

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You’re ele-phantastic! Junior Grace Tandy feeds an elephant in Zambia. Tandy was a part of the fall 2019 HIZ trip. | photo courtesy of Grace Tandy Students smile at the camera in a local villiage in Zambia. College students got to know the locals during the time in the country. | photo courtesy of Grace Tandy

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HIZtory Former HIZ students reminisce on their time in Zambia while international programs are canceled.

s with the other Harding University International Programs, Harding University in Zambia (HIZ) canceled its annual study abroad program for fall 2020. This decision was made in June of 2020 to maintain the safety of HIZ participants and staff during the pandemic, HIZ Program Co-Director Jessica Gardner explained. “There were many disappointed students across the University who had planned for and dreamed of studying abroad who had to delay that dream due to the world’s circumstances,” Gardner said. When HIZ began, Janice Bingham, the program’s first director, took about 20 students each year on a 12 week semester in the fall that allowed the students to see different worldviews. When Bingham retired in 2016, Assistant Professor of Nursing Jessica Gardner and her husband, adjunct professor David Gardner, because the program’s directors. Students who attended HIZ prior to 2020 felt disappointed for those who did not get to go. “It broke my heart that there were students that weren’t able to go on the HIZ trip this year,” Emily Baker, junior HIZ participant in fall 2019, said. “I want so badly for others to experience what I have. I want them to get to meet the people I met and learn what I learned.”

Junior Lily Beth Ayers also attended HIZ in 2019 and said she learned a lesson in humility there. She was convinced that though the Zambians missed seeing Harding students and faculty, the students missed out as well. “I went into HIZ thinking I was going on a mission trip, and boy, was I wrong,” Ayers said. “I was humbled, deeply humbled, learning that they didn’t need me, but I needed them, and that’s not just a cliché phrase.” Ayers said the lessons she learned from the people in Zambia were unmatched. She saw the world in a different way, and hoped that COVID-19 subsided so that more Harding students could experience HIZ. “I didn’t know how to go into a culture and be respectful,” Ayers said. “I didn’t know how to talk to someone about Jesus in the right way. HIZ gave me these tools that I will forever use.” story by Britty Gist

Mountains tower over the landscape of Zambia. Mountains were captured in the photo as one of many in the Mafinga Mountain Range. | photo courtesy of Grace Tandy

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The HUE program takes a new look at the future.

any things changed in the world when COVID-19 precautions were put in place in 2020. Learning was done remotely, and restrictions were enforced to curb the spread of the infectious disease. Students studying abroad were forced to return to the United States, and almost all events and plans on campus immediately ceased. At Harding University in England (HUE) directors Lauren and Tyler Knight had to figure out what fall 2020 would look like without students. Students who planned to attend HUE in 2020 were forced to find alternative options for the fall in case their trip was canceled due to COVID-19. Sophomore Ashlyn Nutt had signed up to attend HUE in fall 2020, but was forced to find new options afterit was canceled. “I think the most disappointing part was just how much you anticipate seeing all of these new sights and meeting new people, and then realizing that all of it can’t happen right now” Nutt said. Executive Director of International Programs Audra Pleasant said the toughest challenge during the pandemic was balancing realism and hope. She discussed the challenges in travel reopening around the world and the hope of sending students to other countries to experience studying abroad.

Is this a roundabout? Senior Vanessa Kirkland stands in front of a merry-go-roundin Honfluer Harbor, France. In addition to the educational parts of the trip, students experienced the culture of a different part of the world. | photo by Vanessa Kirkland

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“Balancing [travel] while also ensuring that we are being 100% responsible, not only to our students, but also to our staff and to the local communities that we are truly blessed to be able to work with [was difficult],” Pleasant said. Sophomore Savannah Lee hadn’t planned on studying abroad prior to coming to Harding, but she immediately fell in love with the idea of traveling the world. “I was so excited for the amazing places we would visit on this once in a lifetime opportunity,” Lee said. Both Nutt and Lee were disappointed when COVID-19 did not allow them to attend HUE. The HUE program planned to welcome students in the summer of 2021, along with resuming normal fall semester programs in the future. “I know that whatever happens happens and that I’m grateful for at least having the opportunity to try to go again, fingers crossed,” Nutt said. story by Jaxon Nash

Visitors skate on the Natural History Museum ice rink in London during the Christmas season. Senior Vanessa Kirkland traveled with HUE and enjoyed Christmas festivities in 2019. | photo by Vanessa Kirkland England is famous for its beautiful architecture and cathedrals. Groups often toured buildings like these and learned the rich history of the area. | photo by Vanessa Kirkland

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2021 Harding students were told not to return to campus after spring break, with classes going virtual until further notice. Later dates were eventually set for students to pick up belongings and move out of their dorms.

Social clubs looked different than they had in years past. Club Week occurred in the midst of a cold January, and beauxing and queening took social distancing measures into account. Regardless of these changes, belonging to a social club meant being a part of a family that you could call your home away from home. Being involved in a social club was an invitation to being a part of something larger than one’s self. Emily Sundermeier Social Clubs Editor

Harding University in Latin America (HULA) shut down due to the growing threat of COVID-19. With borders tightening, students were quarantined in Peru for a short amount of time before returning to the United States.

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The social club process begins with new regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

en and women’s social clubs held the first officer open houses of fall 2020 on Saturday, Aug. 29. Open houses were modified to adhere to CDC guidelines to ensure the health and safety of everyone involved. Ju Go Ju President senior Taylor Kittinger said she did her best to make sure the social club process would not be the cause of a possible COVID-19 outbreak on campus. “This year, we are just making sure that everyone is wearing a mask and can social distance as much as possible,” Kittinger said. Senior Landon Lipp, president of Gamma Sigma Phi, said their open house’s traditional activities and attendance changed in fall 2020. In years past, the club provided refreshments for their prospective club members, but that could not happen in fall 2020. “We were told we could not have [refreshments] this year, so that already added up to a kind of tough transition,” Lipp said. With these new guidelines, officers found it difficult to identify and connect with freshmen. “It’s a hard time recognizing the freshman or anyone else that is pledging across campus because everyone has masks on,” Lipp said. “It’s so hard to identify them based on a half of their face.” Officers were creative due to the new precautions in place, especially with the signing-in process.

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“I really have loved how our recruitment director has stepped up and gotten so creative with this process,” Kittinger said. “What we have done is use QR codes for everything.” While some club participation seemed unaffected by the new rules and situation, others saw low attendance at their open houses. “For us, it seemed like there were definitely less people,” Lipp said. “I definitely believe there is less enthusiasm than there was before about the club process.” Many students agreed that the semester was intimidating due to the pandemic, but some saw it as an opportunity to connect with their peers. Freshman Anna Langdon said she was still interested in joining a social club in 2020 regardless of the challenges. “It was definitely hard, but [COVID-19] made it a new way to automatically connect with other people,” Langdon said. Although the social club process at Harding was different in 2020, officers believed it was still important to give it a try. “Social clubs are not for everybody, but I would highly recommend getting involved because it is another family,” Kittinger said. “Being a senior and looking back at the amount of friends I’ve made because of being in a social club, I would say it’s absolutely worth it.” story by Daniela Cuellar

This club is on fire! Potential new members talk with members of men’s social club Beta Omega Chi at the club’s first round mixer Sept. 8, 2020 outside RhodesReaves Field House. Mixers allowed prospective members to interact with different social clubs. | photo by Stanley Morales

Seniors Jake King, Ben Shearer and Tim Partlow represent women’s social club Chi Omega Pi at club open house at the intramural fields Aug. 31, 2020. Beaux were men selected as honorary members of women’s social clubs. | photo by Madison Meyer Potential new members meet with members of women’s social club Delta Gamma Rho at the club’s first round mixer Sept. 8, 2020 at Bison Park. Some social clubs used QR codes throughout the club process as a means of sharing information. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Kadyn Harris leads potential new members of Ju Go Ju in a club cheer. Spirits were high, even amid COVID-19 restrictions. | photo courtesy of Ju Go Ju

CLUB Lillie Kate Thornton gathers with women’s social club Zeta Rho on the intramural fields during club week. Many activities were held outside to accomodate COVID-19 guidelines. | photo courtesy of Sadie Thorton

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Surprise! Lorelei Glover is welcomed into women’s social club Pi Theta Phi. The traditional act of jersey-ing potential new members was permitted. | photo courtesy of Pi Theta Phi

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Carly Slate and Addison Boyle smile under masks at a club week event. Students participated with a spirit of enthusiasm and community. | photo courtesy of Carly Slate

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Club Week 2020 continues amidst changes and adjustments.

fter months of planning, preparation, adjustments and rescheduling, Club Week 2020 commenced. Instead of taking place during the fall semester, Club Week occurred during the third week of classes of the spring 2021 semester. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, University, state and federal guidelines were taken into account when planning activities, including the wearing of face masks and social distancing. The week was different for not only new members, but for older members of clubs as well. Instead of engaging with new members through group activities each night of the week, only a set number of old members could participate in activities at certain times. Senior Ethan Brazell, vice president for men’s social club Omega Phi, said that through all of the changes and adjustments to make Club Week possible, new traditions emerged. “We focused more on the experience of the new members that were in the club as opposed to an entire club thing,” Brazell said. “There were things we had to change, but it was really cool because we had to get really creative, and whenever there are restrictions in place, that allows you to be more creative with your thinking. We came up with a couple of ideas that are going to be mainstays of our Club Week in the future.” Due to regulations prohibiting large gatherings, All-Club, a gathering for all of the clubs on campus, could not happen.

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Junior Alaina Jones, vice president for women’s social club Chi Omega Pi, said that although the absence of All-Club was felt, other activities replaced and replicated the experience for new members. “[Not having] All-Club was really stinky because I wanted all the new girls to have those memories because All-Club is everybody’s favorite thing to do, and it was a fun time that we couldn’t have our new members do, but I know that every club was hit in the gut,” Jones said. “We were able to do a cheer off with [women’s social club Phi Kappa Delta] and [we] dressed up in pink and green, and [the new members] got a little taste of it.” Many clubs faced lower classes of new members due in part to the pandemic. Women’s social club GATA welcomed two new members. Senior Jenni Hankins, assistant vice president of GATA, was hopeful for the club’s growth in the future. “We didn’t have very many people join this year, I think, because of COVID, and [in the future] I see a lot more girls being drawn to what GATA is, because it is something really special,” Hankins said. “We hit a point a couple of years ago where our numbers were really low, and we had to figure out if the club was going to survive or not. We were going to be focused on being as quintessentially us as we could be, and if we were going to disband, we were going to go out with a bang, and I think we are not going to disband anytime soon.” story by Emily Sundermeier

Beau for women’s social club Pi Theta Phi junior Connor Newsom leads the “I’m a Little Teapot” dance in the Heritage Auditorium on Jan. 27, 2021. Club Week took place in the spring 2021 semester, breaking tradition of taking place in the fall semester. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

Learn those cheers! Freshman Grace Clayton leads women’s social club Delta Nu in club chants on Jan. 21, 2021 outside the Claud Rogers Lee Academics Services Center. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, clubs spent time outdoors during Club Week. | photo by Chantel Ceaser Freshman Caleb Shockley and other new members of men’s social club Omega Phi wait in the Heritage Auditorium on Jan. 27, 2021. That was a fun present tense sentence, and I love yearbook. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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Men’s social club Knights releases country music album.

hen fall 2020 social club activities were paused due to COVID-19, president of men’s social club Knights senior Easton Davis called on members to channel creative energy. They called this phase in the club’s history “The Renaissance,” because it demanded a renewal of ideas for the club. “I made a post on our Facebook page calling the club out for a lack of energy, and the club responded,” Davis said. “The post became a massive brainstorming session on how we can create COVID-19 energy, and then we followed through. Once we complete a project– [the] country album is the first of many– we want to market it very well in order to encourage ourselves, and honestly, campus as a whole, that we can still have fun with increased restrictions.” Junior Cody Porter was one of the Knights members involved with the production of the album. “Thomas Burke had the initial idea to do an album,” Porter said. “Then, he put up a poll for the genre, and country won out. I know how to edit music and always like stepping up to help the club in any

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way, so I offered to help edit. Myself and Connor Park recorded and edited all the songs, and I even hopped in on a song with Coleman Bevill. It was a ton of fun.” Junior Thomas Burke conceived and pursued the idea of creating a club country music album. “Inspiration comes so easily whenever we’re together,” Burke said. “I had the job of organizing and putting together a country album, and two weeks to do it. We made it on time, and that’s mainly because of how well everyone worked together for it. Isaac Foster made the album cover, about four guys worked on editing and producing the songs and we had about 20 different singers across all the songs.” Within the first day of publication, the album received about 3,000 track plays. “It’s been one of my favorite things we’ve done since I joined the club, and it’s this kind of personality that brought me to Knights in the first place,” Burke said. story by Ellie Shelton

Getting serious... Senior Daniel Burley, junior Thomas Burke and sophomore Mason Shappley pose in the Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication on Nov. 3, 2020. In light of COVID-19, men’s social club Knights created a country music album. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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Check out these visuals! 2020 alumna Holly Wheeler created graphics that accompanied statements of PTP members about racial injustice. The graphics were used in the club’s social media series. | photos courtesy of Holly Wheeler

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PHIGHTING RACIAL INJUSTICE Women’s social club Pi Theta Phi introduces a summer social media series to raise awareness of racial injustice.

n spring 2020, the death of George Floyd spurred a chain of events across the nation, reaching the Harding community. Student organizations and social clubs searched for ways to amplify the voices of Black students at Harding during the period of change. Women’s social club Pi Theta Phi (PTP) followed fellow women’s social club Phi Kappa Delta (PKD)’s lead to promote Black Lives Matter on social media. “We really weren’t sure what to do because we didn’t want to make a political statement, but we also wanted our Black brothers and sisters to know we support them,” PTP Vice President Anna Farris said. “We knew there might be backlash but the potential to do good outweighed the potential for backlash. We tried to keep the post based on humanity as opposed to politics. It was more about telling stories and bringing these realities to light than trying to make a political statement.” President Katelyn Allen and Vice Presidents Anna Farris and Jessica Hackett, seniors, collaborated to establish the way the club would approach the subject. Allen decided to create a series on Instagram to bring awareness to the reality of racism by highlighting real experiences of PTP members. “I was advocating on my own, but it didn’t really occur to me to use PTP’s Instagram platform until I saw PKD post about it,” Allen said. “Once I saw and read their post, I texted Anna and Jessica suggesting using our platform as PTP for the movement. We decided to ask POC women and a beau to speak about their Black experience.”

The series served as the voice for the Black men and women of PTP and publicized the existence of racism in the Harding community. The presidents and vice presidents made the executive decision to use the club’s platform to speak out despite the potential of opposing viewpoints. “I think the Instagram series was a great way to let our members of color voice their opinions,” junior Sophia Toth said. “I think there’s a lot more we as individuals should do for what we believe in rather than using a social club for political purposes. We as individuals should take the initiative for what we believe in.” Despite differences, the PTP series allowed students of color to share their stories of racism in the community of Harding. The series provided hope to Black students and courage to other students to advocate for the cause. “The way PTP affected me by sharing people’s stories was amazing,” senior PTP secretary Logan Luster said. “It was nice to see everyone’s point of view. I didn’t know how other people in PTP felt about racial injustice. PTP wanted to make sure that our voices were heard. We all had different points of view and came from different backgrounds. To highlight the experiences of the Black community meant a lot to me, and it made me realize that my voice needs to be heard especially during this time in history.” story by Hannah Kellum and Holland Chupek

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ZETA RHONA Women’s social club Zeta Rho beauxs two men in quarantine.

efore COVID-19 postponed fall 2020 social club events, many clubs participated in beauxing and queening, a tradition of selecting men and women to be a member of the opposite club. Women’s social club Zeta Rho did not let COVID-19 affect beauxing the men they wanted, who happened to be in quarantine. Fall 2020 Zeta Rho president Emma Beth Carter knew the process would be different; however, she was pleased the excitement for the ceremony remained. “When we revealed that we voted for two boys in quarantine, the room still had that exciting feel, and nothing felt different,” Carter said. “It was as if we were beauxing as we always did. I was happy to see that Zeta Rho did not let quarantine get in the way of who they wanted to be a part of our club.” Junior David Martinez and sophomore Watkins Kelly were both in quarantine when they received the energetic video call and heard the screaming outside their window, realizing they were beauxed by the club. “I got FaceTime calls, and people were talking to me through what was happening, and they could see me jumping through the

window,” Martinez said. “I felt that it was like a prank, but then seeing everyone outside made it so real. Everyone was calling and texting me. I was blown away.” Junior Zeta Rho beau mama Sara Jon Taylor scheduled the beauxing event, and she was relieved that it was able to happen. “I was really glad we beauxed when we did because the very next day, we were notified that all club events were delayed two weeks,” Taylor said. Zeta Rho made history by being the first club to beaux men in quarantine. Although the event was different from previous beauxing ceremonies, Kelly reflected on the impact of what the fall 2020 semester after being released from quarantine. “I think it’s a testament to what we have been able to do this semester and just what we’ve been able to make out of the situation that we’ve been given,” Kelly said. “I think it is an awesome way to show that God is working through everything, especially in the brokenness and in the abnormality.”

story by Sadie Thornton

Members of women’s social club Zeta Rho celebrate their new beaux. Zeta Rho added two quarantined men to their club.| photo courtesy of Emma Bartch

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Look at that zug! Sophomore Emma Bartch smiles on FaceTime with new Zeta Rho beau sophomore David Martinez. Social clubs found ways to have fun in spite of COVID-19 restrictions.| photo courtesy of Emma Bartch

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MARTIN Women’s social club Sigma Phi Mu names a scholarship in honor of former club president.

n 1986, Vicki McMinn Martin was president of the original chapter of women’s social club Sigma Phi Mu (Sig Phi). After Martin’s passing from cancer in 2019, alumna of Sig Phi, Lisa Wagner, and Steve Lake, assistant vice president of advancement, established a memorial scholarship in her honor. “When people pass or they serve Harding in such a big way, people feel compelled to create a living legacy for them by way of a scholarship,” Lake said. “I pitched the idea. We put her name and the club’s name since she was a member and she was a president in Sig Phi. I think Sig Phi would enjoy this.” Lake worked with 2020 Sig Phi president senior Mallory Mackie during summer to make the scholarship a reality. An official announcement regarding the scholarship was made at the club’s first meeting of the fall 2020 semester. Sig Phi was given five years to raise $25,000, with $1,200 per year awarded to a fully active member of the club.

“This scholarship is going to impact the club as a whole in that it will allow us to help sisters stay in the club and not let financial reasons keep people away,” Mackie said. “This will also impact our future members because they get the chance to honor Vicki and be one of the few clubs on campus that also has this scholarship.” Sig Phi vice president junior Chelsea Croff believed the scholarship served as a great memorial to Martin and embodied the spirit of Sig Phi. “Sig Phi has, from the beginning, set out to be inclusive and be in harmony through our differences, and our aim has always been to be anchored in Christ,” Croff said. “These two things were embodied by [Martin] during her time as a member and as president, and we believe this scholarship will only further that belief. The scholarship will allow more girls to be a part of our club and allow them to grow closer to God through their sisters, and there is nothing we, as Sigma Phi Mu, want more than that.” story by Emily Sundermeier

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Assistant Vice President of Advancement Steve Lake and fall 2020 Sig Phi president senior Mallory Mackie stand in the lobby of the David B. Burks American Heritage Building on Oct. 8, 2020. Lake and Mackie worked together over the summer to establish the memorial scholarship for Sig Phi alumna Vicki McMinn-Martin. | photo by Stanley Morales Discussing scholarship... Fall 2020 Sig Phi president senior Mallory Mackie and Assistant Vice President of Advancement Steve Lake sit together in the David B. Burks American Heritage Building on Oct. 8, 2020. Lake established a scholarship in honor of Sig Phi alumna Vicki McMinn-Martin. | photo by Stanley Morales

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CLUB MASKS

When in ROME... ROME becomes the newest men’s social club in fall 2020.

OME officially became a club in fall 2020 after undergoing the club establishment process. ROME was founded with the determination to create a community that pursued goals and accountability. “The idea came from a Bible class when the speaker talked about the Romans and how they were super driven and super dedicated to making things happen,” senior member Timothy Holloway said. “That really hit home with me because that previous summer, I was pushed to embrace my strengths and make myself better. We decided this was a good idea for a club.” ROME based itself on values that were different from other clubs’ views. They were honest with potential new members about their expectations. Their devotion to maintaining their club identity helped increase their accountability. “If you make sure that every new member is on board with that goal, even if the club grows, you can just make your goal a little bit bigger,” Assistant Professor of Biology David Donley, sponsor for ROME, said. Club leadership believed they achieved a different mindset with the club system because of how open they were about goals. They required each member to have a personal goal to share with club members at the beginning of each semester, so they could keep each other accountable to that goal. All of their goals were written down in a book that was available to every club member. “I believe our impact has been a little bit of excitement,” senior Vice President Daniel Pipkin said. “There’s always a bit of buzz whenever a new social club hits the ground running, but I think we are giving [potential new members] something a little more than just a group of guys with the same letters on their chest.” ROME hoped to remain open about their goals in order to maintain a sense of community. “I’d like to see ROME be a club that remembers where it came from, but is not afraid to grow, whatever the size,” Holloway said. “I hope we can remain consistent in our goals and stay true to our mission.” story by Hannah Kellum

Members of ROME stand with their new queens. ROME worked toward establishing a unique club identity. | photo courtesy of ROME Instagram Account

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Representing! Seniors Timothy Holloway and Daniel Pipkin carry the ROME banner through the 2020 homecoming parade. ROME was unable to hold normal club functions due to COVID-19. | photo by Stanley Morales

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This year, school didn’t really look like school. Plexiglas barr iers , masked lectures and the occasional Zoom classes weren’t the ideal form of learning. But hidden in these inconveniences was an invitation to learn. We learned how to adapt and even thrive in the new normal. We learned the importance of connecting with our community to brainstorm, grow and encourage. When colleges across the nation transitioned to virtual learning, our connection to Harding endured. We received an invitation to appreciate the peers and mentors who have nurtured our skills and encouraged our ambitions. Even from six feet away, we were prepared to enter the world – a distanced, divided world – and do good.

George Floyd was killed by a police officer in Minneapolis, Minn. which sparked a wave of protests and activism against racial injustice.

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Seniors Timothy Holloway, Maryn McAfee and Kaitlyn Francois present during a seminar against human trafficking on Nov. 5, 2020 in the Jim Bill McInteer Center for Bible and World Missions. Three groups of students presented on awareness, protection and demand. | photo by Madison Meyer

Listen up! Seniors Holden Montgomery, Morgan Richardson and Mackenzie Pike speak on Nov. 5, 2020. Flyers and social media posts were used to raise awareness for the virtual seminar.| photo by Madison Meyer

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The Department of Communication participates in a seminar to bring awareness to and action against human trafficking.

n fall 2020, the Department of Communication brought awareness to human trafficking through the Ethics and Scripture class. The communication Bible course for seniors partnered with the United States Institute against Human Trafficking to host a virtual seminar. The class was taught by Assistant Professor of Communication Lori Sloan and Assistant Professor and Director of the Mitchell Center for Leadership and Ministry Andrew Baker, who were activists against human trafficking. “The issue of human trafficking is an issue that has gained a lot of awareness in the last couple of years, but that awareness is not always translated into action,” Baker said. “I am glad we are partnering with the Institute. There’s some ways to move those people from awareness to action, which is the subtheme for the seminar. So the seminar is bringing awareness to action— whether that is working to create legislation, safe places or educating people.” The students usually began their individual capstone projects toward the beginning of the semester. However, Sloan and Baker decided to expand this topic to student circles. The project involved the students breaking into three groups: awareness, protection and demand. Each group contained eight to 10 students, and they targeted their topic on fighting against human trafficking.

Baker and many of the students involved in the class believed that much could be done to help the institute. The Harding community was heavily involved in fighting against human trafficking through the seminar. “They genuinely need help,” senior Kaitlyn Francois, member of the demand group, said. “It’s still trying to figure out what’s the next step, so they are looking for any resources. This is very real and very demanding of our attention, and people need to acknowledge it. We are fighting a battle within. We are capable, and God has blessed us with gifts to do so.” The Ethics and Scripture communication class faculty hoped that, despite the virtual format, students would reach and influence their peers. Flyers were posted on campus bulletin boards, and social media accounts promoted the November seminar. “My hopes are that, because we as communication students have such a wide range of reach to students on this campus, we can draw in teachers and students to listen to what we have to say,” senior Sadie Thornton, leader of the awareness group, said. The students who presented at the seminar sought to influence their peers and build a community that could transition from awareness to action on an important issue. story by Sophia Toth

The communication ethics and scripture class listens to student presenters on Nov. 5, 2020 in the Jim Bill McInteer Center for Bible and World Missions. The course was taught by Lori Sloan and Andrew Baker. | photo by Madison Meyer

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¡Para reflexionar! Whitaker Jordan, associate professor of Spanish, leads a devotional for CLIP points. Developing listening skills was a goal of the CLIP program. | photo by Stanley Morales

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COPL gets CLIP’e d Department of Foreign Languages and International Studies reimagines the program’s goals with a new acronym.

he faculty of the Foreign Language and International Studies department updated the name of the Conversational Cultural Opportunity Professional Log (COPL) point system to Culture and Language in Practice (CLIP) to better define the purpose of the program. The language departments required out-of-class speaking points for every course. CLIP provided activities outside of class to help foreign language students practice their speaking skills. Bonnie Kee, accreditation and academic support coordinator, said Spanish and French students met in groups around campus to practice their respective languages and receive points. “Each level has a different requirement for points,” Kee said. “The first level, they have to have 10 points for the semester. The upper level classes, the 4000 level classes, they have to have 25 points.” Due to social distancing, the program, traditionally designed for personal interactions, transitioned to a virtual language learning experience. Groups that previously met in person at the student center, cafeteria and Starbucks to conversationally practice languages participated in Zoom discussions and phone calls. Since there were less French students than Spanish students, the French students had the opportunity to meet one-on-one with Kee.

“It really has helped them to do a one-on-one instead of a group activity,” Kee said. “We did see last semester after going virtual after spring break, and I was doing one-on-one with the students. They really did very well at the end of the semester.” Senior French student Abigail King said the virtual meetings were very different experiences to being in a physical group. She said the in-person group conversations pushed her out of her comfort zone, and, at first, she was upset about missing out on the community. Ultimately, however, she said the one-on-one conversation with Kee helped her improve. “I felt like I was getting really direct practice,” King said. Kristi Bond, associate professor and chair of the Foreign Language and International Studies Department, said other points could be earned by helping with efforts at Searcy public schools, tutoring ESL students and conversing with fellow foreign language students. Bond said there were two activities students could attend in person: the Spanish and French devotionals. “We are meeting in large rooms with faculty present to ensure social distancing,” Bond said. “Meeting in person really provides the spirit of community.” story by Abigael Langdon

Upper and lower level Spanish students listen to a devotional message in Spanish. The Heritage Auditorium provided space for students to socially distance and speak together. | photo by Stanley Morales

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World Religions Zooming

Living World Religions prepares to move traditional travel experience online.

r. Monte Cox, dean of the college of Bible and ministry, taught the Living World Religions class since 1998. One of the main attractions of this class was the end of semester trip to experience other religions in the real world. The class traditionally went to Dallas in the fall or Chicago in the spring to meet people from different walks of life, even experiencing the worship services of other religions. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, these plans were forced to change. Still, Cox wanted to expose his students to different religions, from a safe distance. Senior Sally Roach took the class in fall 2019, before the pandemic instituted travel restrictions and the students visited Dallas, TX. Roach said she loved how many people from different races and religions they met on the trip. She said befriending them and experiencing their hospitality was amazing. “It was really awesome because I actually got to experience those different religions in their setting,” Roach said. “We felt so welcomed and loved by them.” Cox wanted to bring some of the same friends into his class this

year, but knew he was restricted with travel complications. Instead of getting to meet in person, his students met them over Zoom in the safety of their classroom. Although students did not get to experience the uniqueness of the trip, they were able to virtually connect with many of the same people, and even some extra faces, like Cox’s friends from Israel he knew from Harding University in Greece. “I can’t imagine doing a responsible job of introducing people to the major world religions and never introducing them to an adherent of one of those religions face to face,” Cox said. Senior Matt Hipshire took Living World Religions in fall 2020 and said the Zoom meetings with those of other religions were very interesting. “I’ve definitely gained a new perspective from seeing from the inside looking out,” Hipshire said. “I think it’s important to establish a relationship [with people of other religions] so you can find some common ground and learn who they are and what their everyday life looks like, and then you can start a conversation about Jesus if they’re open to that conversation.” story by Darcy Sanford

Speaking of religion... Monte Cox, dean of Bible and ministry, addresses his Living World Religions class. Students were spread out in compliance with COVID-19 guidelines. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Dr. Monte Cox lectures in front of his Living World Religions class. The course traditionally led to a trip, but was altered to accomodate COVID-19 restrictions. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Pre-student teaching transitions to a virtual program in fall 2020.

raditionally, senior education majors had the opportunity to pre-student teach in preparation for student teaching in their final semester. However, this was altered in fall 2020. Local schools did not accept pre-student teachers into their schools for in-person field placement, requiring students to find an alternative. In response, the College of Education purchased a subscription for videos made by the National Board of Certified Teachers to ensure the students received the preparation they needed. Cheri Smith, assistant director of student teaching, said although nothing could replace the live interaction and classroom experience, the videos included critical thinking and analysis that served the students well. Senior Taylor Ferrante said she was excited that Harding provided this program, but she originally looked forward to the experience of pre-student teaching in a classroom. “Student teaching seems very intimidating, and I was really counting on pre-student teaching to help me feel more prepared,” Ferrante said.

“I also think that the more that I can observe, the more I can learn from the good and bad qualities of the teachers.” Senior Molly Campbell said she thought the benefit of virtual pre-student teaching was learning flexibility. As a senior who was able to pre-student teach in-person before COVID-19, she thought gaining experience teaching virtually gave them a competitive edge. “Videos and virtual field placement will teach interns how to be flexible in their teaching and reach each of their students, even from a distance,” Campbell said. “Although this time is different than what it typically looks like, I feel confident that pre-student teachers will gain knowledge and new tools that they can use in their future.” Ferrante said her professors introduced opportunities for them to gain experience, including virtual tutoring twice a week. “I cannot help but think about all the amazing ways my teachers are trying to find to get us the experience we need before going off to student teaching,” Ferrante said. story by Darcy Sanford

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Take note! Senior Melody Sutton takes notes in her education class on Nov. 10, 2020. Senior education majors prepared for student teaching virtually in fall 2020. | photo by Madison Meyer

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CREATING SPACE Harding finds unique locations to hold socially distanced classes.

ne of the many questions on the minds of faculty, staff and students during summer 2020 was whether classes would be held in-person in the fall. “We’ve wondered all summer how this was going to play out,” Assistant Professor of Bible Anessa Westbrook said. No one knew how classes on campus would operate in compliance with CDC guidelines. Some doubted they would be possible. However, after months of planning and preparation, faculty and students were welcomed back into the classroom. The learning environment was outfitted for safety, and new locations for classrooms were established over the summer. Westbrook said room capacities on campus were lowered, and the need arose for bigger spaces to accommodate the growing number of smaller classes. Two of Westbrook’s classes were held in locations off campus due to the size of her classes. The fall 2020 undergraduate course schedule featured new class locations, including the Benson Auditorium stage, balcony and floor; the Heritage Auditorium and conference room; the Administration Auditorium; the Rhodes-Rheaves Field House; College Church of Christ’s auditorium, Family Room and Room 100; and the Keller Center, which was formerly a Family Dollar on East Race Avenue. Professor of Bible Bill Richardson, who taught four classes in new locations, said the Keller Center was one of his favorite new venues, especially for social distancing.

“There were all sorts of people involved in this,” Richardson said. “It’s just pretty remarkable when you think of what it was, and now they got it set up for a pretty nice venue. Because chapel was online for the first time, the Benson was utilized for classes, three at a time most days, which caused for some over-hearing and distractions at first.” One class met on the stage behind a curtain, and two were on the floor utilizing the 100-200 sections and the 400-500 sections. Some technical difficulties arose for the floor classes where students had to listen through headphones. “Students sat three seats apart, every other row, which made it difficult to engage with the ones in the back,” Richardson said. On the stage, students sat on two-story staging built for the space. “There is a way to allow the student’s voice to be heard, but it is going to have to be innovative,” Richardson said. “It is easiest just talking to each other in a smaller classroom.” Assistant professor of English Heath Carpenter said his Film as Literature class in the Administration Auditorium was ideal for screening films, but social distancing made discussions difficult. However, Carpenter said it was not nearly as difficult as his World Literature class in the Rhodes-Reaves Field House, an “acoustic nightmare.” Carpenter said the desire to be in a room with the presence of students prevailed all frustrations. “I chose to be a college professor for that room,” Carpenter said.

story by Abigael Langdon

Catch you at the Family Dollar! Students take notes in the Keller Center. The space was purchased and repurposed by the University in summer 2020. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Anessa Westbrook, assistant professor of Bible and ministry, maintains social distancing while lecturing at College Church of Christ. Finding space for large classes was made possible by the generosity of the Searcy community. | photo by Stanley Morales Instructor of Bible and ministry Jason Darden lectures from a distance of 12 feet in the Benson Auditorium. While chapel could not be held in the Benson, the auditorium still functioned as a space to hold large classes. | photo by Stanley Morales

ACADEMICS

THRICE THE ONOR Honors College appoints a new team of professors to lead.

desire to involve more faculty in the leadership of the Honors College brought about a decision to appoint three new faculty leaders following the retirement of Mike James, previous head of the Honors College. The chosen faculty, University College Dean and assistant professor Kevin Kehl, associate professor of communications Jim Miller, and associate professor of engineering and physics James Huff, began their roles as Honors College faculty in fall 2020. Chief Academic Officer and Provost Marty Spears recommended Kehl as one of the heads of the Honors College. “The new dean of honors, Dr. Kevin Kehl, was selected first, and then followed a process to arrive at his recommendation for two new faculty members to provide leadership in the Honors College,” Spears said. “I supported his recommendation, and Dr. McLarty approved it.” According to Spears, Kehl developed a model that had faculty act as part of a leadership team with the dean as the chair. Students benefited from the increased number of faculty leaders, which offered more opportunities for honors programming and for students to connect with honors faculty. “It is my desire to continue the legacy established by the first dean of the Honors College, Dr. Larry Long back in 1989, who envisioned a special focus on both academic and programmatic enrichment for students to approach their studies in creative and intellectually challenging ways,” Kehl said. “It is our goal for this focus to translate into Honors College students and graduates leading the way at Harding University in modeling what it looks like to love God with all of one’s strength, soul and mind and to their neighbors as themselves.” Junior Everett Kirkman was selected as the student president of the program by the Honors College leaders. “While I haven’t yet seen Dr. Kehl fully in his new role, I’m excited about his new position,” Kirkman said. “I’m confident that he’ll help bring improvements to the Honors College. One great way I’ve already seen him do that is by appointing Dr. Miller and Dr. Huff. I think a great leader knows their limits, and knows when and how to entrust some responsibilities to others. Dr. Huff and Dr. Miller are great representations of our faculty. I’m excited to see the ways that their personal talents and interests help the Honors College improve.” story by Ellie Shelton

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What an honor! Drs. Jim Miller, Kevin Kehl and James Huff stand together in front of the Sears Honors House on Sept. 10, 2020. The team used their crossdisciplinary skills to improve the college’s programs and research opportunities. | photo by Stanley Morales

HONORS COLLEGE

Let’s talk about culture! Smith and Davis present their integrative studies capstone presentations. The capstone project was done the final semester of their senior years.

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Senior Faith Smith, Dr. Heath Carpenter and senior Easton Davis are members of the first Integrative Studies department. These individuals got creative to realize, and help others realize, their career goals. | photo by Stanley Morales

INTEGRATING A NEW DEGREE The Integrative Studies major grows in its second year as students seek to combine courses from multiple disciplines.

hen a traditional degree did not adequately match the dreams and goals of many Harding students, assistant professor of English Heath Carpenter and Dean of University Studies Kevin Kehl collaborated to create a more specific degree path suited for students’ strengths and interests. In fall 2019, Carpenter announced that students could declare integrative studies as their academic major. “We attract highly motivated students who don’t fit neatly into an existing Harding major,” Carpenter said. Students who declared themselves as integrative studies majors were encouraged to study the Harding catalog and research how to make their concentrations fit together in a cohesive manner. They chose their concentrations, filled out an academic degree plan and requested its approval by Kehl. “If you have a vision and you are passionate about your specific interests, you can really put together something super cool,” senior integrative studies major Kelsey Smith said. One of the first students to declare as an integrative studies major was senior Easton Davis. He began as a molecular and cellular biology major, but found a passion for public health during his sophomore

year. Davis noticed the University’s lack of a Public Health major and created a major combining molecular and cellular biology, cultural studies and ministry. Allowing students to hand-pick their classes to fit their career goals was a big motivator to making the switch, said Davis. “The freedom that this major provides is really nice because you get to take the classes you don’t just need, but also the ones that you are more likely to be interested in,” Davis said. His goals included law school and a master’s of public health to advocate for better community health. In fall 2020, the department had 40 students who declared themselves integrative studies majors. With more awareness, they hoped to increase that number. Senior integrative studies major Faith Smith joined the department to create a major that would prepare her for a physician’s assisant program and give her training to become a medical missionary. “I feel very confident leaving Harding and pursuing a graduate degree and future job,” Smith said. I know employers will see my degree and think that this person is unique, creative and driven, and it will show them I can fill many different facets.” story by Britty Gist

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Regulations make for a unique induction into the nursing program.

ach year, the Carr College of Nursing held an induction ceremony welcoming new nursing students into the program. In previous years, friends, family and faculty were invited to join the celebration. However, the 2020 induction ceremony looked different. Due to safety precautions, friends and family were prohibited from attending the ceremony. The students and faculty stayed six feet apart and wore masks. Although the ceremony proceeded differently, the 32 students were still able to walk across the stage Aug. 24, 2020, have their candle lit and receive recognition. “As a faculty, we feel a responsibility to keep our students safe,” dean and associate professor of nursing Susan Kehl said. The faculty knew students needed to be in hospitals to learn effectively and receive class credit, but they also needed to take responsibility in protecting those around them. “All of our nursing students are taking care of the vulnerable population, and we have to protect the patients that they care for from COVID,” Kehl said. “We want to finish the semester, and we don’t want them to slow down in their progression.” This event was a milestone for the students, so when they found out friends and family could not attend, many were disappointed. Junior Sydney King spoke about her feelings toward the situation. “We were told that we would have the ceremony in the summer, so I was excited for my family to be there,” King said. “It didn’t feel as big of a deal as it should have.” On the other hand, some students felt that the ceremony was still a success. “Obviously, wearing masks and staying six feet apart is not the ideal situation for any event,” junior Abigail Howard said. “But the nursing faculty has worked really hard to make this semester as normal as possible, including the induction ceremony.” Kehl and other professors prayed for 40 days for the safety and well-being of not only nursing students, but all students. “We kept a prayer Google document beseeching the Lord to give us wisdom and to protect the students and the faculty,” Kehl said. “I believe that he has answered our prayers. I believe he is always good, and he always answers them in his best way, but we continue to beseech him for protection.” story by Kaitlyn Fancois

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Is there a nurse in the building? Nursing students gather on the George S. Benson Auditorium steps for their induction photo on Aug. 24, 2020. They were honored in a modified ceremony for their achievements. | photo courtesy of Lisa Engel

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Professor of chemistry and biochemistry Dennis Province stands with senior researchers Parker Pruitt, Nicole Jayne and Jared Guajardo in the PryorEngland Center for Science and Engineering. The team worked through summer 2020 in analytical chemistry labs. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Chemistry and biochemistry students research for the International Space Station.

uring summer 2020, students spent their time interning, discovering new hobbies, taking online classes and researching for summer projects. In the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, several students conducted various research studies, one of which was a candidate to receive a major research grant from NASA continuing into the school year. 2020 alumna Sidney Brandon was involved in the research during the 2019-20 school year, which she handed over to senior Emory Malone upon her graduation. “NASA has this space grant consortium in each state, so the Arkansas Space Grant Consortium receives money through NASA funding to, basically, pay students to do certain research that ends up benefitting NASA,” Brandon said. “Our specific project dealt with water sanitization on the International Space Station.” As Malone continued their research, she explained how the project progressed since she began. “The goal is to get rid of biofilm, which is just an aggregation of bacteria” Malone said. “We can figure out how biofilm forms in people’s bodies and use that information to help apply the research to the water system at the International Space Station.”

Although quarantine took effect during their research, the students adapted in order to continue the project. Senior Nicole Jayne lived in Searcy for the summer to work on the project under COVID-19 regulations. “I was in the lab from 9 to 5 every weekday and sometimes on Saturdays,” Jayne said. Jayne continued working on the project through her senior year, studying the effects of oxygen in the breakdown of biofilm that accumulated in the International Space Station’s water supply. Jayne reflected on the summer as a productive and fun time of being with peers. “We had a lot of good times,” Jayne said. “At one point, we even had a turtle in the lab.” Through their research, many of the students developed skills that would serve them in their future endeavors. “I wanted to make it work but I had to learn to be more objective and detailed in my research,” Jayne said. “I had to see what was truly there instead of what I wanted to see and ask myself, ‘Did this work because of what I added to the experiment?’ That motivated me to prove that what I was doing made a difference.” story by Maryn McAfee

Pass the test tube! Senior Nicole Jayne works with scientific equipment in analytical chemistry lab. The research team conducted various research studies throughout summer 2020. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Engineering students design 3-D printed masks for Unity Health.

n spring 2020, COVID-19 disrupted plans for students across the world. Although the world seemed to be at a standstill, Harding University’s Department of Engineering and Physics collaborated with Unity Health - White County Medical Center to contribute to the need for personal protective equipment (PPE). The pandemic engendered confusion for not only the public, but also hospitals. The need for more PPE increased each day. The Department of Engineering and Physics did not hesitate when asked to help the local community. Professor and Department Chair of Engineering Brad Miller said the idea was conceived after they noticed other universities partnering with hospitals to make equipment. Senior engineering student Weston Burks explained how he first heard about the opportunity and was able to contribute. “I was sitting in an online Zoom class listening to Rich Wells talk, and toward the end, he mentioned something about having this opportunity to make masks for Unity, and he was looking for anyone with a 3-D printer,” Burks said. “I thought, ‘Hey! I have one of those!’ So, I just emailed him, and he sent me the files that they gave him.” Real life application of their majors was the primary reason students volunteered. However, Miller explained that it revealed the character and compassion of the students.

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“I think what it demonstrated was our students’ compassion and desire to be impactful in their Christian service,” said Miller. “They were eager to help.” The emergence of COVID-19 disrupted many students’ and faculty members’ plans for the final weeks of the spring 2020 semester. Burks said it was disappointing not being able to finish in person. However, he said being able to apply what he learned was the perfect finish. “It was a fantastic ending to my college career,” Burks said. “Having four years of a bunch of hypotheticals, and I finally get to finish the very end, the last half of my last semester, applying that knowledge to help people who are actually in need during something that is worldwide. That was neat.” Senior Cody Smith commented on the dedication of the department. “The engineering program at Harding is focused on hands-on experience,” Smith said. “The entire Harding community is connected to the Searcy community. Any time that we can do a real life project and help the community is always a win-win.” story by Sadie Thornton

Mask up, but make it 3-D! Engineering and physics students showcase their 3-D masks. The masks were distributed to Unity Health - White County Medical Center. | photo by Madison Meyer Unity Health - White County Medical Center receives masks from Harding students and professors. The project allowed students to use their skills to meet needs of the Searcy community. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Associate professor of behavioral sciences Jeremiah Sullins and psychology students research the effects of shame in the academic setting.

ssociate professor of behavioral sciences Jeremiah Sullins received his Ph.D. in experimental psychology from the University of Memphis in 2010 before coming to Harding in 2014. After beginning a career in academia, Sullins noticed a lack of discussion about the effects of shame in an academic setting. Because of the scarce amount of research available, Sullins collaborated with Dr. Jeannine E. Turner, an associate professor in the Florida State University Department of Educational Psychology and Learning Systems. “I knew I kind of wanted to stay in emotions and how that relates to learning because learning is still my primary focus. There’s a lot of difference between self-conscious emotions and basic emotions,” Sullins said. “You get that test back, flip it over, and then the teacher goes into the next lecture. How much of that are you really processing? So, I tried to really explore what impact shame has in academic setting on learning of complex science information.” Sullins said he and Turner developed much of their own research to systematically quantify shame in an academic setting. They applied literature materials for theoretical framework, but there were many gaps the two researchers had to fill. “The way I go about collecting data is I have anywhere from five to seven undergraduates that are assisting in the lab,” Sullins said. “As far as where our data comes from, we usually offer extra credit to

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most of our general psychology classes, and this is really a standard model of what you’d see at a lot of larger state schools.” Sullins described the students’ volunteer research experiences, which involved sitting in a study-like session where they took assessments, that were turned into data collected by the undergraduates and Sullins for research. “As a lab attendant, it’s my job to guide our participants through the research process,” senior Anna Little said. “It’s illuminating to watch psychological principles at work, and it is fascinating to be part of the research process. I’ve really enjoyed researching with the purpose of developing a mechanism to assist others.” Researching academic shame mutually benefited students and professors at Harding by helping them build closer relationships that encouraged learning. “Teachers are quick to pass by bad grades on tests, which is not always effective for the student,” junior Laura Gail Beebe said. “It would be beneficial for a lot of students to know that they would not be shamed for getting a bad grade because it could increase conversation between students and professors.”

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Senior Anna Little and Jeremiah Sullins sit in the Cognitive Center of the John W. and Margaret Ezell Center on Nov. 3, 2020. Sullins and his students researched the effects of shame in an academic setting. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Reaching the end! Former President Bruce McLarty hands graduating senior Isaac Davis his diploma in the George S. Benson Auditorium on Nov. 21, 2020. For the first time in Harding history, commencement was conducted with COVID-19 regulations in place. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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President Bruce McLarty announced that Harding would return for an in-person semester in August 2020.

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Spill the tea! Jackson Duncan smiles as he records his podcast. Duncan enjoyed establishing his platform through this media outlet. | photo by Madison Meyer

Jackson Duncan holds his “Sports Tea with JD” mini football helmet while standing in front of his recording equipment. Duncan established his platform by discussing sports. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Jackson Duncan speaks enthusiastically to podcast listeners. Duncan’s podcast gained a following among students. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Senior Jackson Duncan establishes a platform through his sports podcast.

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The Sports Tea with JD” was a podcast created by senior Jackson Duncan in April 2020. In his podcast, not only did Duncan discuss sports in all categories such as the NCAA, NFL, NBA, MLB and MLS, but he also covered any sports “tea.” Amy Sewell, lead donor for the HU16 television station, guest lectured for a Harding internship course Duncan participated in. Sewell told the class that employers would ask what productive things they did during the COVID-19 pandemic. After receiving advice about creating a podcast, Duncan began recording and publishing his podcasts on April 13, 2020. His makeshift studio equipment included lamps, iMovie, phone audio apps and Zoom. “I only do one take on my podcast,” Duncan said. “I research like I’m studying for a test before each podcast about the person, because if I’m gonna have someone on, I want them to know that I’m gonna be putting in effort on my part.” Using his connections, Duncan interviewed guests such as coaches in the Federal Communications Commission, athletic directors at NCAA universities, and commentators for professional sports teams. “The Sports Tea with JD” had roots in sports that delved into the guests’ lives to learn how sports affected them. In his interviews, Duncan asked his guests to share their stories; explaining who they were, where they are were going and the reasons behind their answers.

“You have good conversations when you’re sitting around drinking coffee, drinking tea,” Duncan said. “And part of the sports tea is that, ‘Hey, let’s talk, have this conversation. We may not dive into what happened in the game last night, but let’s talk about yourself and how you got into sports and how sports can play a part in your life.’” Duncan’s passion for sports grew while working at HU16 as a sports announcer, and being an intern and producer at WNSR Nashville Sports Radio 560AM and 95.9FM. “I worked on HU16 with Jackson,” senior Chantel Caesar said. “I think that Jackson has found that beauty in what he has been gifted from God, to use his platform for good and not for his glory, but for God’s glory, and that was very evident in that podcast.” Associate professor of communication Jim Miller influenced many of his students by encouraging them to pursue their passions and change the world around them through perseverance. “Young people have a very important voice,” Miller said. “I think it is important for all of us to use the platforms that we have and the opportunities that we have to speak out. They have a perspective on the world that is valuable and is important.” After hosting his podcast for nearly six months, Duncan was excited to continue producing his podcast as a creative outlet. “I have this podcast, and I’m like, ‘How can I use this platform for some kind of good?’” Duncan said. story by Sophia Toth

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STRESSING, JUST MEDITATING Senior Olivia Nutt becomes a new instructor at Mindful State Yoga.

Senior Olivia Nutt stretches as she practices yoga. Nutt instructed yoga for the first time in 2020. | photo by Madison Meyer

fter completing 200 hours toward yoga training certification, senior Olivia Nutt became a registered yoga instructer in August 2020 at Mindful State Yoga in Searcy. Nutt developed a passion for yoga after finding comfort in practice. “I was diagnosed with GAD [Generalized Anxiety Disorder] November of 2019,” Nutt said. “It was definitely the lowest point in my life, but I found yoga then as well. Yoga reminds me to let my breath lead my movement and to check in with myself. It is a safe place for me to practice healthy self-talk and total awareness.” Nutt shared the benefits of yoga she experienced with others to help them relax during stressful times. “I have always loved sharing what I love with people, so instructing feels natural,” Nutt said. “It builds community and is humbling to be reminded that we are all in this — the highs and lows — together.” Fellow yoga instructor senior Rachel Frost agreed that yoga helped alleviate the mental and emotional stress placed on the physical body, and she noted how grateful she was to work alongside Nutt.

“Olivia is passionate about helping others and to strengthen both the mind and body,” Frost said. “It has been such a blessing to go through this process together and grow together in this.” Senior Kinsey Stubblefield attended Nutt’s class and reflected on the benefits of her session at Mindful State Yoga and how Nutt’s love for yoga translated through her instruction. “Olivia’s teaching style has a good flow, and she shares her love and passion through teaching,” Stubblefield said. “Mindful State Yoga has helped me to release my stress, and I encourage anyone to go to just work out the kinks in your body and to nurse your mental health.” Nutt used her experiences with yoga to benefit herself and others. While she loved the relaxing nature of yoga, she also appreciated the spiritual connection she gained from it. “I always leave feeling closer to God because I had the opportunity to be close to His people,” Nutt said. “I gain peace, humility and inspiration out of teaching.” story by Madison Meeks and

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fter suffering a concussion, former Bison football player senior Antonio Montez began a long recovery process. With support of his team, friends and family, he began to influence others. Montez lost 100 pounds, and students reached out to him to learn healthy habits. He posted workout videos and training advice on his AMT Fitness social media, and trained and exercised with students. “After my recovery, I gained a new view on what your body needs,” Montez said. “I encourage my followers, friends and family to listen to your body. Your needs consist of mental, physical and a spiritual level. When I help people learn and train them, I always encourage them to make it a lifestyle choice to help them reach their fitness goals. I love seeing people reach not only their fitness goals, but watching them improve in all aspects of their life.” Senior Cassandra Copeland described Montez’s commitment to encourage students who sought his advice. “I met Toni through classes in the business building, and as he shared his story on social media, we all began to cheer him on,” Copeland said. “Several peers began to form groups and go workout and train with him. Toni inspires me, and he goes above and beyond a trainer role. I feel more confident in myself, and I feel healthy

following AMT Fitness.” Senior Riane Chavez said it was simple to get involved with Montez’s fitness plans. “Sometimes you don’t know where to star, but Toni meets you where you are,” Chavez said. “He makes it personal and tells you what will work for you. He shows his passion for fitness and uses his God-given talents to help others. His supportive and encouraging emails and texts help keep me accountable to make sure I reach my fitness goals.” After Montez saw the impact he made, he expanded his efforts within his program. Montez made and shared nutrition guides and workout plans, reached out to marketing professionals, published a website and created merchandise. He gained experience and learned encouraging tactics from former coaches. “Teaching at Nooma has let me deeply understand the importance of mediation,” Montez said. “I encourage students and my trainees to take moments after a workout in the morning just to be still and breathe, to take a moment for yourself and to just spend time with God.” story by Madison Meeks

Work it out! Senior Antonio Montez trains with senior Cassie Copeland. Montez encouraged others following his concussion recovery. | photo by Stanley

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Nathan Mayes stands with his mural at Rhino Fitness. The mural was comissioned to liven the gym. | photo by Stanley Morales

HIT THE PAINT Senior Nathan Mayes paints a mural at Rhino Fitness.

yan Coplen opened Rhino Fitness in Searcy in 2008. Coplen introduced the idea of hiring an artist to paint a mural in his gym because he loved art’s influence on a gym’s atmosphere. Senior Trey Thomas was a member at Rhino Fitness and suggested senior visual arts studio major Nathan Mayes to Coplen when he heard they were on the hunt for an artist. “I have never met someone who is as naturally gifted as him,” Thomas said. Coplen spoke to Mayes after seeing his artwork online and gave him the job before COVID-19 escalated. Mayes said the project allowed him to earn a credit toward his major in visual studio art. He worked with the owners to conceptualize a design and let them pick their preference. Coplen gave Mayes creative authority on the mural, with the exception that he wanted it to include rhinos and the idea of, “one big family.” He spent six to nine hours a week on it for a month to complete the mural.

“Everyone, including myself, was blown away with how quick he actually did it, but also how he did it,” Coplen said. The mural was done in graffiti style with spray paint. Mayes wanted the finished product to reflect both his and Rhino Fitness’ style, which allowed him to gain experience working with new tools and techniques. It was a learning process, and Mayes said the project was a stress reliever. “I was very blown away with his talent on the piece,” Coplen said. Mayes hoped to seek a master’s degree after graduating with his bachelor’s. He said that his plan for the future was to pursue a career in marriage and family counseling, while also having his own professional business as an artist. He looked forward to building a clientele and discovering more mural opportunities after being given one by Rhino Fitness. “I am excited about how the mural turned out, and I would love to continue to do gym murals in the future,” Mayes said.

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Raissa Ames speaks in BSA chapel in spring 2020. The BSA coordinated several events in fall 2020. | photo by Ryann Heim

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Senior Raissa Ames leads the Black Student Association in continuing conversations about racial equality in fall 2020.

enior Raissa Ames was the fall 2020 president of the Black Student Association (BSA) and actively worked toward racial equality on Harding’s campus. Ames was drawn to the safe space the BSA created for Black students on campus. She joined the BSA as a freshman and became events coordinator her sophomore year. Ames participated in an open panel discussion with the BSA in chapel her junior year during Black History Month, and this drove her desire to become BSA president. “I remember answering the question, ‘Why is there not a white history month?’ and my answer opened a lot of people’s eyes on campus,” Ames said. The BSA president at the time reached out to Ames after the panel and encouraged her to consider becoming BSA president one day. “I have always been a huge proponent of Black advocacy, and so being further involved with the BSA was just a natural path that I saw myself on,” Ames said. Senior Kylie Allen acknowledged the attributes that made Ames suitable to foster change on campus. “She is the kind of friend that’s always looking out for the people around her and for people she cares about most, even if she doesn’t know them very well,” Allen said. “She especially cares about minorities and oppressed people and is very sensitive towards them.” Allen acknowledged where Harding lacked in racial equality on campus and the importance of Ames leading those conversations.

“It is good that she is working towards racial equality on campus because there isn’t any,” Allen said. “It is important that Raissa is doing it because in a time where racial inequality is really on the front page of every paper, it is important that we have somebody talking about it, it’s importance and having somebody who is not making excuses for it.” Sophomore Trinity Peveler, fall 2020 BSA events coordinator, was moved by Ames when she heard her speak on the panel in chapel. “I just loved the way she spoke and how intelligent she was and how knowledgeable she is about things that are happening in the Black community,” Peveler said. The BSA was unable to organize and hold all the events they originally had planned due to COVID-19, but they had many plans prepared. “We usually do a back-to-school barbecue, and around Halloween we will have a get together,” Peveler said. “We also started doing a Christmas ball last year, and that will be in the plans for next year, along with a trip to the hotel MLK was shot at that was turned into a museum, and we are always bouncing new ideas up in the air.” Junior Otis Idlebird, fall 2020 BSA vice president, stood behind Ames and the association with creating change on campus. “We are not given the same opportunity in life as an American, being Black Americans,” Idlebird said. “With that being said, it is still a choice to be educated on these topics, and whenever situations are against us, I know some of us are going to step up.” story by Garcelle Hodge

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Take your pick! Senior Rachel Williams showcases her various styles of earrings. Williams launched her earring business at the end of her junior year. | photo by Audrey Jackson

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Business is BL MING Senior Rachel Williams starts a clay earrings business.

uring spring and summer 2020, senior Rachel Williams began making clay earrings for herself and her friends. When her sister encouraged her to turn the hobby into a business, Bloom Clay Co. (Bloom) was born. Bloom was best known for its trendy designs, Harding social club collections and personal, positive customer service. Williams said the purpose behind Bloom was to make women feel beautiful and spread joy. The company’s motto, “Bloom where you are planted,” was inspired by a painting given to Williams by alumna Meredith Palmer. Williams said the quote inspired her to be fully present and take advantage of where she was every day. “That’s where I got the name,” Williams said. “I took a dark time in our life and made something beautiful out of it. I’ve been able to give back to a lot of people and create a lot of beauty.” Senior Amanda McDuffie said she was drawn to Bloom because of the company’s online presence where Williams’s personality was

evident in both the social media account and the jewelry designs. McDuffie was also impressed with Bloom’s personal customer service. “If you order from her, she makes it super personalized,” McDuffie said. “With my last order, she sent me flower seeds that said ‘Bloom where you are planted.’ I thought that was really cool and was a message that will last a whole lot longer than a pair of earrings.” Senior Lindlee Aspinwall, Williams’s roommate and friend, said she enjoyed seeing the behind the scenes of Bloom. Aspinwall saw how much effort Williams put in, like naming earrings after her friends, and how much Williams herself bloomed from creating the company. “I’m just really proud of her for doing it,” Aspinwall said. “It’s really cool to see her get out of her shell and do what she loves. I think it’s really great to watch and see how she blesses other peoples’ lives.” story by Ava Galyean

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Rachel Williams’ creations lay on display. Williams sold earrings to fellow Harding students. | photo by Audrey Jackson

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Junior Nizhoni Thompson establishes an artistic presence on campus through woodburning designs.

eginning in 2017, junior Nizhoni Thompson owned and operated her own woodburning business. She first received a wood burner when she was 10 years old, but did not use it until she made a Christmas present for a friend years later. After that initial piece, Thompson opened her own Etsy shop, NizhoniTdesign. The process of woodburning consisted of sketching out a design in a sketchbook, transferring the design onto a piece of wood, tracing over the artwork with the woodburner, and painting and spraying the piece before it was completed. Thompson received the most orders at Christmas, averaging 50 ornaments and 20 custom pieces. Thompson said she tried not to think about processing the large amount of orders until she returned home to Alabama for Thanksgiving break. During the school year, she used the free time between her studies and the women’s cross country and track and field teams to fulfill orders. Thompson described her style as the fusion of hip, retro, ’90s and Southwestern with big, bright colors. Thompson expressed herself and connected with customers’ memories through her art. “It’s been a really good way to connect with people,” Thompson said. “A lot of times, the pieces that you’re making mean something special to somebody, like the house they grew up in or a dog that they had that passed away, so it’s really good to hear people’s stories or see what’s special to them. As far as expressing myself, it’s funny because the pieces that I do aren’t really my style that I like, so it’s hard to put my edge on it.” Sophomore and fellow cross country teammate Molly Passmore found Thompson’s art to be reflective of her spirit. “Her woodburning really reflects her creativity and attention to detail,” Passmore said. “Whenever I see her art, it always feels like a piece of her is burned into the wood.” Junior Sydney Tabor was roommates with Thompson and knew her since her freshman year. “Her determination to cultivate her relationships with friends, strive for improvement athletically and enhance her education all while profiting from this business will stay with her and benefit her for the rest of her life,” Tabor said. “I can’t wait to see the success and happiness Nizhoni finds for herself in her future.”

Nizhoni Thompson poses at her desk. Thompson explored her creativity through her renewed interest in woodburning. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

story by Emily Sundermeier

Burnt to perfection! Nizhoni Thompson uses her woodburner on a piece of wood. Thompson started a very successful business selling her art. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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Set the stage! Allie Booth sits in front of her paintings. The art was displayed on the rear of the Midnight Oil stage. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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Midnight Oil Coffeehouse features junior’s paintings showcasing diversity.

hen junior Allie Booth was asked to create art to display on the Midnight Oil Coffeehouse stage, manager Eric Mount requested one thing: color. “There’s a lot of natural colors and tones outside, so the idea was to bring some color to see from the college and from the street,” Mount said. “She took that in her own direction, which I thought was awesome.” As Booth brainstormed ideas for her display, tensions arose over social injustice across the United States. “I felt like since my position was standing up for women, and the position that the world was taking on at the time was standing up for people of color,” Booth said. “I wanted to try to combine those two good things in a statement.” Booth experimented with painting racially diverse women. She talked to friends about amplifying images of women of color and how to use her voice for good. That is when her panels, titled “Women of Color in Color,” were conceived. Booth said associate professor of art and design Greg Clayton encouraged her to find a venue to display her work.

“Allie’s current work explores a vibrance and an authenticity that is exciting, engaging and, sometimes, challenging,” Clayton said. “The energy in her images is refreshing.” As for the women in the paintings, Booth said they were not modeled after specific women. Rather, she wanted them to be faces without names to represent all women. Booth said the experience gave her an opportunity to use her voice. “I never really saw myself as someone with a big voice,” Booth said. “Whenever I talk through painting, that’s whenever people listen.” Booth’s voice received wide recognition from a diverse audience of students. The messages her art conveyed highlighted minority populations on campus in a respectful way. “I believe Allie’s paintings are a beautiful representation of women of color,” senior Jada Robison said. “In my conversations with her about the paintings, she told me that she hoped the women imitated those who saw them with their beauty and power. I believe that is exactly what she accomplished with these paintings. I hope this allows people to recognize beauty and power within women of color and to be uncomfortable with not recognizing it before.” story by Ava Galyean

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Brooke Lemaster Denilson Lemus Jenna Lewis Mackenzie Lewis Chenyang Li

Jair Lopez Victoria Lowery Cassandra Lusk Joseph Luther Abigail Maguffee

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Junior Georgia Dunning utilizes quarantine to start a small business.

n summer 2020, junior Georgia Dunning created a business, Revamped Apparel, via Instagram in an effort to be more sustainable. This idea came to her after reflecting on her semester abroad in fall 2019. “While I was abroad, I noticed that everyone was really good about recycling, way better than we are in America,” Dunning said. “So when I came home, I tried to start adding all those things into my life. I love shopping, and I was thinking if I could buy clothes for people instead of myself, then that would be great.” Junior Olivia Dunn supported Dunning’s passion and motive for her business, and appreciated the sustainability she practiced. “I love it. Because of the ethical background, it makes me even more willing to buy things from her,” Dunn said. Students responded positively to the commitment Dunning placed on customer engagement. Dunning responded quickly to customer questions and opinions. “Her account is really easy to use, and she is so quick to answer questions and let people know if their bid has been raised,” junior Hallie Carger said. “She posts new clothes regularly, and her pictures

always depict realistic characteristics of her items. She is so skilled at client engagement. She’s responsive and alerts followers when a new drop is coming.” Dunning said the support Revamped Apparel received from Harding students made it more fun. She said it was a blessing to meet people from Harding she otherwise would not have met. Junior Abby Maguffee thought it was fun to find unique, vintage items while also benefiting from the convenience and gaining affordable clothing. “I love Revamped Apparel and always enjoy looking through her drops,” Maguffee said. “I support her and almost always buy at least one item from every drop.” Dunning hoped to grow her small business in the future, stay active and use it as a creative outlet. “My main goal is to stay consistent, keep growing and, mainly, have fun with it because that’s one of the reasons why I do it,” Dunning said. “It is just so much fun.” story by Sadie Thornton

Hey you! Georgia Dunning peeks through a tear in the wall. She started her thrift account as a way to become more resourceful. | photo courtesy of Georgia Dunning Dunning’s brand image is displayed. She made her brand easily accesible to studnets through Instagram. | photo courtesy of Georgia Dunning Striped shirts in Dunning’s inventory are folded to be posted on her social media platform. The thrift account was the favorite account of multiple students. | photo courtesy of Georgia Dunning

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Let’s jog! Junior Layne Pace runs past the First Lady’s Garden. Pace created a company to encourage women to start running. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Junior Layne Pace creates a running company for women.

n summer 2020, junior marketing major Layne Pace created a business called Start-Her Running Company to encourage women to push themselves beyond their physical limits. After an early return from Harding University in Latin America in spring 2020, Pace decided to share her passion for running with others. “Back in January 2019, I listened to an entrepreneur speak here at Harding, and I always knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur of some sort, but I didn’t really know what direction I wanted to go,” Pace said. “I heard her talk, and she said she started an online digital program, and I decided that was something I wanted to do. I wanted it to be something I’m passionate about, and for me, running is that.” Start-Her Running Company was tailored for various running levels to help anyone who sought advice. Junior Katelyn Fehr joined the program despite her dislike for running. “Since starting the running plan, I wouldn’t say I like running, but I will say after we go for a run, I’m always glad we did it,” Fehr said. “It definitely helps me feel less anxious and like I accomplished something.” Senior Alli Morris, another client of the company and a friend of Pace’s, watched her fall in love with running. “Running was always a punishment in the sports that I’ve played, and so I watched Layne run when I was growing up, and when she launched the program, I thought it would be such a good way to try to enjoy running to see what she sees in running,” Morris said. “Layne is really good about meeting you where you’re at. I was only able to, really, run about one mile by myself, but she pushed me to where I was able to run three miles by the end of it, which was a huge accomplishment for me because I had never ran that far or ever really enjoyed it.” Although Start-Her Running Company was created with the intent to help women achieve their running goals, the plans also included weekly objectives for her clients’ spiritual and mental health. “A lot of the goals included in the weekly plan involve prayer,” Pace said. “They include reaching out to other people as well as other things like that, just to really center yourself and center your physical body with your humanity in general.”

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Over 200 students participate in remote learning in the 2020-21 year.

uring the 2020-21 school year, Harding offered students not returning to campus due to COVID-19 the opportunity to participate in remote learning. About 200 students elected to study remotely in the fall. Remote learning included online coursework, Zoom meetings and listening to recorded lectures. Senior John Lim chose to continue his fall 2020 studies remotely in Singapore because the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States felt too dangerous for him to return. He relayed his experience of doing school remotely halfway across the world. “Honestly, it’s been quite challenging,” Lim said. “With Singapore being 13 hours ahead of Central time, I’m technically half a day ahead. But because I’m asleep when classes happen, I only do school a day after everybody in Searcy. This made me quite confused on several occasions trying to make Zoom calls or make sure I had my assignments done by the right time.” Lim was not the only student to encounter issues with virutal learning. Sophomore Janae Bradshaw began the semester remotely, but she quickly decided to transition back to on-campus learning. “I decided to do virtual learning because my parents really wanted me to, and I thought it would be a good idea to just stay home this semester and keep working at my job,” Bradshaw said. “Unfortunately, that didn’t last long because after a couple of days of remote learning, I realized I had no idea what was happening in my classes. Just three days into my online experience, I emailed Harding asking if I could move in. I was a week late to campus, but I definitely think I made the right choice switching from remote to on-campus.” Associate Professor of Behavior Sciences Kathy Helpenstill said she was certain everyone would adjust to remote learning. However, the experience was still a lesson in flexibility and grace. “I have approximately seven remote students, and the biggest adjustment has been the internet reliability,” Helpenstill said. “We planned a few Zoom classes for the first week to help calm the chaos of the first few days, and one of the lectures wouldn’t load. The ongoing plan was to live record class, but sometimes Echo360 doesn’t capture, which requires me to re-record the lectures from home.” Despite the challenges remote learning presented, the Harding faculty did their best to provide students with an effective learning experience. “Harding has done much that makes me grateful for this experience,” Lim said. “All the professors and staff I am working with have been extremely gracious, making accommodations wherever they could and responding very quickly to all of my emails.” story by Ellie Shelton

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Putting in the work... Senior John Lim participates in his online classes. Lim studied remotely during the fall 2020 semester due to COVID-19 precautions. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Sophomore Tyler Patterson pursues his passion of design with Legos.

s an interior design major, sophomore Tyler Patterson was challenged to exercise his creativity. Patterson’s inventive and mathematical personality led him to his passion of building Legos. Like many enthusiasts, Patterson began building at a young age. “The first set I really remember getting was this Spider-Man set from the Tobey Maguire Spider-Man movies,” Patterson said. “It was a train and Spider-Man and Doc Ock.” Since then, Patterson had been collecting and tinkering with Legos, feeding his desire to create something aesthetically pleasing and personally satisfying. This was a part of his life that didn’t go unnoticed. “If I was ever over at Tyler’s house for a youth group event, there were always Legos in random places around the house, but they were always super cool and extravagant,” freshman Sage Holley said. “He has a passion for making things, and whatever he’s working on always turns out great.” Regardless of praise and support of his hobby, Patterson didn’t want to pursue a career with Legos. However, it did lead him down the path of interior design. “When I was little, I got started with Legos, and originally, that led me to think I wanted to go into engineering, but then realized that I didn’t like math,” Patterson said. “I wanted to do more relying on the aesthetics, so I found interior design and just kind of ran with that. There is a basic understanding of geometry and proportions, but other than that, there’s no calculus.”

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Through his work as an interior design major, he realized how similar his hobby and coursework were. “Building something out of Legos without instructions is kind of like doing a puzzle that there’s not an actual answer to,” Patterson said. “It’s sort of the same thing as why I really enjoy doing interior design. There’s not a right answer, and obviously there are wrong answers, but there is no, ‘this is the correct answer.’” According to fellow sophomore interior design major Alaina Abbott, the principles of design were applicable to Legos. “Building with Legos is, quite literally, small-scale architecture,” Abbott said. “It’s making your sketches tangible and allows for a creative outlet. Building with Legos just fuels the creative fire.” Patterson emphasised that the concepts of design could be applied to any design medium. “If you have a general understanding of the seven principles of design— pattern, contrast, emphasis, balance, proportion and scale, harmony and rhythm and movement— then you’re pretty much set,” Patterson said. Patterson applied his talent and knowledge for design to build large-scale creations. “The biggest thing I’ve ever made is a scale model of the Millennium Falcon,” Patterson said. “It was about 8,000 pieces, and I did it all by hand, no computer software.” Through his Lego projects, Patterson embraced his persona as a creator, which he attributed to his method of building. story by Zach Bishop

Look at the Legos! Sophomore Tyler Patterson sits behind his creation. He built models of his favorite characters. | photo courtesy of Zach Bishop

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Sophomore Tian-Xing Stephens chases his passions for music and fashion.

usical artist and clothing designer Tian-Xing Stephens, who went by the stage name T!AN, was a sophomore studying international business. From a young age, Stephens was a music and fashion enthusiast who wanted to pursue a career in both industries. When he was 10 years old, Stephens attended a summer camp that sparked his interest in the music and fashion industries. At the summer camp Stephens learned how to use audio editing software, which he used to create his music. “I remember the first song I made was called ‘Hater Computers,’ referencing computer brands that I believed were attempting to copy Apple,” Stephens said. “Even though I wouldn’t call that song a piece of art by any means, that weird little project is what sparked my imagination. Since then, I have been making music ever since, but not releasing a full song until this summer.” Stephens initially took a hip-hop approach when making his music, but later described his style as bleeding into an alternative rhythm and blues. Many Harding students enjoyed his single “Inglewood.” “I’ve been listening to it almost every day since he released it,” sophomore Bonnie Spann said. Despite only having one song published on music distribution platforms, many Harding students heard and shared it with others.

“I love this song,” sophomore Anna Kate Massengale said. “I added it to three of my playlists, and whenever it comes on during shuffle, I, at least, listen to it two times through. I think he will absolutely grow in his music following. His music is produced with care, and his lyrics are very different, yet they have a familiar story to listeners.” Inspired by musical artists Frank Ocean and Tyler the Creator, who promote their clothing brands alongside their music, Stephens created his clothing brand called THIRD AVE VINTAGE. However, promoting his clothing brand was a lower priority due to his focus on music. “The vintage/thrift scene is popping, and that has helped a bunch, but I’ve been working so much on music that I haven’t been promoting as much as I should be,” Stephens said. “My clothing brand is different from most clothing brands associated with artists, and so I think that is unique in a sense, and I like that.” Stephens wanted to develop his two brands while attending school. Although he was excited to promote his thrifted clothing brand, Stephens sought to develop his music more before getting involved further with clothing. story by Sophia Toth

Spot it on Spotify! Tian-Xing Stephens poses for his latest album cover. Stephens developed his music and clothing brands simultaneously. | photo courtesy of Tian-Xing Stephens

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COOP’S NATION Sophomore Cooper Richardson starts a YouTube channel to pursue his love of videomaking.

n 2019, sophomore Cooper Richardson created his YouTube channel, “Coop’s Nation.” The channel, first conceptualized in 2019, began as a birthday gift for a friend. “I wanted to do something special and memorable for my friend,” Richardson said. “I gave him a tie, and I made a YouTube video on how to tie a tie because I thought it would be funny.” After the first video, his love of making people laugh through his videos grew. “It started off as a sarcastic video for someone,” Richardson said. “I loved the idea of making a video for someone so much that I continued it. The theme of my YouTube channel is goofy self-improvement. It is, mainly, videos explaining how to do something in the wackiest way that I can think of.” Senior Davis Rowan, who helped Richardson make merchandise for his channel, said “Coop’s Nation” was a great channel to watch to unwind for the rest of the day. “His channel is amazing,” Rowan said. “I really want him to make more videos.” Richardson said he usually spent three days a week making a video from start to finish. He started with an idea and tried to record what he envisioned the video to be. It took him two to three hours to get the scenes he wanted for the video. He then spent about one hour editing the video.

“When I get an idea, I’ll usually think it over for a few days to see if it’s actually an idea that I want to pursue because the videos do take quite a bit of time,” Richardson said. Both Richardson and Rowan agreed that students who were interested in making their own YouTube channels should try it. “Making YouTube videos has definitely gotten me out of my shell,” Richardson said. “I used to be very shy, so making videos really got me creative in that way.” “These videos can help brighten someone’s day,” Rowan said. “Students who want to try it can learn to be true to themselves, be authentic and just have fun with it.” YouTube was also a source of entertainment for those who wished to only watch videos rather than produce them. Senior Shayla Herrington said she had no plans to create her own YouTube channel, but she viewed it as a useful source for people of all talents. “YouTube provides the chance for people to learn valuable skills that can lead to lifelong careers,” Herrington said.

story by Daniela Cuellar

Turn on the channel! Cooper Richardson laughs while recording a video. He established a fan base on campus after posting a collection of videos. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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Sophomore Alaina Abbott takes pictures of students near Pattie Cobb Hall. Abbott took portrait photos throughout school. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Sophomore Alaina Abbott pursues a photography business that began in high school.

ophomore Alaina Abbott received a camera as a gift at a young age, igniting her passion for photography. Abbott grew up with the determination to pursue her interests, and she said when she discovered a new interest, she dedicated herself to developing that skill. “I get good at whatever I do,” Abbott said. “That’s kind of my mantra for life.” In 2016, during her sophomore year of high school, Abbott took senior pictures for friends. She said that was when she knew she would have a photography business of her own. Abbott’s friends were impressed with her work. By her senior year of high school, she photographed siblings of friends and booked fall portraits and family photoshoots. “It has grown into now I have regular clients, which is really cool, that I do yearly or quarterly,” Abbott said. In fall 2020, Abbott broadened her experience by photographing two weddings. She said capturing people in their rawest moments of emotion was what brought her the most satisfaction as a photographer. “I’ve gotten to the place where I can feel them about to laugh or smile,” Abbot said. “That’s when you take the picture. That’s the moment you’re after.” Abbott declared interior design as her major and said her history with photography amplified her experience in that department, as

her judgment of color, exposure and saturation translated into her design projects. Abbott said the colors, creativity and composition of photography were where her passions truly lied. Sophomore Gabi Gonzalez met Abbott during Honors Symposium and noticed her passion for photography. Abbott and Gonzalez became roommates their freshman year, and Gonzalez was Abbott’s “right hand man,” scouting out locations with her and holding equipment during shoots. “Being able to look back on those pictures and seeing the pictures she takes now is incredible,” Gonzalez said. “She was good then, but she’s even better now. I love that I’ve been able to be a part of that growth.” Sophomore Lauren Peaney befriended Abbott through the interior design department and was a model for Abbott numerous times. “She really made me feel like I want to be a model [professionally],” Pealey said. “She makes it so much fun to do.” Abbott said good things should never be out of reach, so her business was about understanding art and providing it for others at an afforable price. story by Gael Langdon

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All smiles! Reynolds smiles at a table at Midnight Oil. She had multiple surgeries to recover from her brain bleed. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Freshman Sydney Reynolds receives a potentially fatal diagnosis prior to her first semester of college.

he summer before her first semester of college, freshman cross-country and track and field athlete Sydney Reynolds felt a major pain in the back of her head. This pain was later diagnosed as a brain hemorrhage. “The pain started in June, but I had training to do,” Reynolds said. “I ignored it until July when I was running one day. I had head pain that was worse than the first time, so I went to a local clinic where they credited my symptoms to dehydration. But, after listing my symptoms to an emergency room doctor, he told me I might have a brain bleed.” Reynolds said her condition was known as a brain arteriovenous malformation (AVM). AVMs themselves were not critically dangerous, but the placement of her blood vessels caused her brain to bleed. When brain bleeds happened in the area of the brain that Reynolds’ did, a person had a 40% chance of survival. Even if a person did survive, the result was often a visual, verbal or mobile impairment.

The track and cross-country teams were instrumental in keeping Reynolds connected to life on campus through Zoom meetings, text messages and phone calls while she recovered at home. “During all of the most meaningful traditions of the track team, such as the adoption of the freshmen ceremony, Sydney [Reynolds] was included via FaceTime,” junior team member Sydney Tabor said. “We remembered her in our prayers before each practice, and our coach updated the team on her recovery progress during each team meeting. We sent her encouraging quotes and told her how excited we were for her to be with us.” Cross-Country and Track and Field Head Coach Don Hood shared in his team’s excitement for Reynolds to be on campus with them. Hood stated that Reynolds had a long road of recovery ahead of her, but he looked forward to her potential. “It will take Sydney a while to regain her previous level of fitness, but she is an extremely motivated and dedicated person,” Hood said. “It will be exciting to see her on the other side of this challenge.” Reynolds hoped her story encouraged others to address pressing health concerns. When she finally acknowledged hers, her life was saved. She said this experience taught her to be thankful in everything. “Through telling my story, I hope to bring awareness of things like this to people around me,” Reynolds said. “This event in my life offered me such a new perspective. I’m so lucky to be alive that I have no choice but to be thankful.” story by Hannah Kellum

Freshman Sydney Reynolds lies in a hospital bed. Reynolds had a brain hemmorage the summer before her first semester of college. | photo courtesy of Sydney Reynolds

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Throwing together! Anna Kay Clark throws the javelin at a high school meet. Due to COVID-19, track and field competitions were postponed | photo courtesy of Anna Kay Clark

Will Clark throws the javelin for Harding. Clark was joined by his sister on the Harding track and field team. | photo courtesy of Will Clark

THROWING TOGETHER A LEGACY Freshman Anna Kay Clark shares the javelin throwing spotlight with her brother, senior Will Clark.

reshman Anna Kay Clark joined the track team as a javelin thrower with her brother Will Clark, a senior. Don Hood, head track and field coach, said the two made a unique pairing with their hard working personalities. Hood said their talent brought energy to the rare and challenging sport. “They bring some confidence to the team because they’re both so good,” Hood said. “It’s really a confidence builder to our team to know that we’ve got these two, amongst others, in their event who are going to be competing for a conference championship and scoring really good points for us.” Will Clark said competing with a sibling on the same team gave him an honest review of his performance. “Having a sibling on the team, they’re able to keep you in check or ask things of you that other people wouldn’t,” Will Clark said. “They can, kind of, bring a higher level of dedication out of you.” This was not the first time the two competed on a track team together. The siblings also played together for one year in high school.

“I’ve learned how to separate looking at him as a brother and a teammate,” Anna Kay Clark said. “If I look at him like a brother, it’s really hard to want to take instruction from him like I would another teammate or get along in a different dynamic.” Anna Kay Clark’s interest in track and field began in middle school when she attended her brother’s track meets with her parents. Will Clark said one day he snuck one of the girls’ javelins home and started teaching Anna Kay Clark to throw. Through these at-home lessons, Anna Kay Clark was inspired to become a javelin thrower for the track team by her brother. Anna Kay Clark said having her brother on the team made the transition to college easier for her. She said their relationship created a comfortable environment for the team where they were able to have fun, but also work hard together. story by Ava Galyean

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Freshman Mattie Powers poses in the HU16 T V station. Powers became a segment reporter her freshman year. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

POWERS ON HU16 welcomes freshman news anchor Mattie Powers.

reshman Mattie Powers took HU16, Harding’s TV station, by storm as she fulfilled the role of segment reporter, a position rarely filled by a first year student. Powers had experience anchoring at her high school. She provided a demo reel from her previous experience in addition to her audition, which she believed was what secured her the job. “When I joined the school news in high school, I learned that this is something that I really enjoy doing, so I wanted to make it my career path,” Powers said. HU16 producer senior Abigail Rezentes said Powers was a great addition to the staff. Rezentes mentioned there were several new staff members in fall 2020, and their willingness to learn created a great work environment. “I think it kind of works out well to start as a freshman because you’re in that mindset of ‘everything is new and I want to try everything,’ which helps you filter through what you like and don’t,” Rezentes said. “If you have the right attitude and you’re not afraid to jump into the deep end, you’ll fit right in.” COVID-19 guidelines required social distancing, masks and rearranged sets. Two reporters sat six feet apart, and the other reporters sat in a separate room. Because it was a critical time in history, story assignments were also different.

“Reporters used to have almost two weeks to put together a story, get interviews and write,” Rezentes said. “Now we assign a reporter something new every day the morning of, and they have until 3 p.m. to get an interview or two and write their story.” Powers said being a reporter in such a well trained position was intimidating at first, but as the shows continued, she became more comfortable. “It is definitely quite the task to be in this position during such a critical time in history, but it has felt rewarding to me because I have been able to inform the public on what’s currently happening in the world,” Powers said. “Everyone is so nice, supportive, welcoming and it is such a blessing to be a part of it all.” HU16 assignment editor senior Morgan Richardson commended Power’s willingness to learn from her mistakes. Richardson said some students let their fear rule them, especially on camera, but Powers’s confidence showed through her hard work. “It is extremely encouraging to see students of all majors and ages step into the HU16 newsroom because we can all learn communication, public speaking and what is going on in the world around us,” Richardson said. “Truly, anyone can learn.” story by Darcy Sanford

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LONG GONE LIGAMENTS

He KNEEds a break! Freshman Chase Preston stands in front of Armstrong Hall on Oct. 4, 2020. He recovered from a severe longboarding injury through physical therapy. | photo by Stanley Moralez

Freshman Chase Preston sustains knee injuries following a longboard accident.

n Sept. 11, 2020, freshman Chase Preston longboarded at River Oaks Golf Club in Searcy. One by one, his friends longboarded down a hill. The group waited for Preston, but he never made it to the bottom. As Preston longboarded down the hill, his kneecap caught the corner of a brick wall, hitting his patellar tendon and dislocating his kneecap. He later learned his patellar tendon was severed. When the ambulance arrived, Preston grew concerned about his injury. “At that point, I couldn’t bend my knee or, really, flex my calf muscle and quad muscle, so I was really worried about eventually being able to do stuff again,” Preston said. His kneecap was relocated on-site, and he was taken to the hospital for surgery the same night. Preston’s suitemate, freshman Kade Walker, remained with his friend during the accident. “When he didn’t make it to the bottom with us, we assumed he must have crashed somewhere, so we started walking back up, expecting the usual type of fall having road rash on your skin,” Walker said. “We see Chase lying on the ground, and we are all in shock wondering

how that even happened. He hit his knee just right on the corner, and I would consider that to be a super freak accident.” Preston’s RA, junior John Allan Whitacre, went to the hospital to support Preston and was impressed by his positive attitude. “The medics were really helpful, and Chase was just cracking jokes and being really positive, and we all were surprised with how calm he was, and not experiencing what seemed to be much pain,” Whitacre said. “I got to watch every step of the process, and it was good to be with him and have as much fun as we could while in a hospital.” Whitacre worried about the struggles Preston might face as an injured freshman, but he was glad to see Preston’s positive outlook on the situation. “Chase has built a community so well, and his social skills go beyond his physical ability,” Whitacre said. “I had a lot of positive feelings coming out of what he experienced, mainly because he has such a positive outlook on it, and is so willing and excited to do the recovery and be 100% back.” story by Garcelle Hodge

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Freshman Rede Alexander sits in a car he repaired. He fixed cars for students on campus free of charge. | photo by Stanley Moralez

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Freshman Rede Alexander takes a new interest in repairing cars.

hen freshman Rede Alexander realized his broken truck would be too expensive to fix, he turned to a totaled Toyota RAV4 that was brought to his father’s car dealership

for repair. “The insurance totaled it because of the previous wreck,” Alexander said. “My dad was going to send it to Pick-n-Pull, which is a place that buys cars that are not running and sells the parts off of them.” Not wanting the car to experience that fate, he took the RAV4 in and fixed it himself. Alexander replaced the starter, the fuel pump and the fuel pump enclosure to get it running normally. “It probably took me a few weeks in all of getting the parts and having time to install them before I got it started,” Alexander said. “I actually never planned on bringing the RAV4 to college, but my truck had to go to the shop for something that requires special equipment to fix.” Instead of buying a new car or spending money on special equipment for repairs, Alexander brought the RAV4 to Harding. His roommate, sophomore Carson Steward, helped replace the window regulator. “My role in helping Rede with his car was just doing what he needed me to do, like keeping things in place for him to bolt into place and holding his tools,” Steward said. “Rede likes to do certain things that most people wouldn’t do, and he doesn’t care what other people think about him, which is a good trait to have.” Alexander used the skills he learned from being around his father’s car dealership to help others around school, including senior Tori Gooch. He changed Gooch’s air filter and found the source of an odor coming from her vents. “I offered to pay, but he wouldn’t let me,” Gooch said. “I would absolutely suggest him to others who need help. He is very knowledgeable and skilled with cars.” story by Kassidy Barden

Let’s take a look... Rede Alexander works on the interior of the car hood. He began fixing cars with his father as a hobby. | photo by Stanley Moralez

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MILLIONS Physician assistant program reaches one millionth patient.

n fall 2020, Harding’s physician assistant master’s program reached their one millionth patient encounter. The physician assistant program was a 28-month master of science curriculum, training students in different body systems, disease processes and diagnosis procedure. The program began in 2005 as the first physician assistant program in the state of Arkansas. In March 2020, the University stopped in person classes due to COVID-19, leaving the physician assistant students to learn their usual hands-on material online. On June 29, 2020, the program was the first group let back on campus to continue with in-person classes. Mary Madill, associate professor and director and chair of the physician assistant program, was a part of the first physician assistant’s class at Harding University. Madill said she had great experiences, both as a student and a professor. “Our professors and the program director were just so passionate about how we were taught to treat people,” Madill said. “It was always that idea of asking ‘why’ for your patient, because you’re never satisfied with making assumptions. You are trained to really dig in and try to find answers for the patient.” The first half of the program was dedicated to didactic work while the second half included clinical rotations and dealt with in-person patients. The students logged every patient they saw, keeping track of the procedures they completed and those still in progress. Kristen Lund, current physician assistant student, said she was amazed by her program’s accomplishments and the milestones they achieved for the University and the state. “Just knowing all the students before us have seen that many patients, it is amazing because we were the first physician assistant’s program in the state of Arkansas,” Lund said. “To hit that many encounters, and to think about that many experiences with so many patients we have touched is just really cool. It is definitely a huge accomplishment for the program.” The physician assistant’s program reached their one millionth patient encounter in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tracy Mare, 2020 physician assistant student, said she was proud of her program and all healthcare workers persevering during the pandemic. “Hitting the one million mark in the middle of a pandemic just really shows that from a healthcare standpoint, nobody has been afraid and no one has backed down,” Mare said. “Everyone said, ‘Hey let’s keep going. We are here to help.’ This is what we have prepared and trained for, and why we’ve stayed up all night studying.” story by Garcelle Hodge

Ashley Hallbauer practices treating a patient. The PA program reached their one millionth patient in fall 2020. | photo by Jeff Montgomery

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Freshman Rinda Dennis celebrates the final day of the fall 2020 semester. Students and faculty gathered on the front lawn to commemorate the milestone. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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The leadership at Harding was an invitation to follow by example. This was an opportunity to better ourselves while growing in faith and through change. Throughout the 2020-21 school year, the faculty, staff and administration taught the value of learning, growing and giving back. With transistions in administration and faculty, leadership remained optimistic and courageous. Their hard work and creativity enabled students to return to campus, guiding us through an unprecedented time in history. In 2020, we were led by the good and devoted, and we are invited to be the same.

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Scott Adair Professor Scott Adair is the 2020-21 Yearbook Dedication Recipient

he Harding University Communication Department announced the 2020-21 Petit Jean yearbook’s dedication to Associate Professor of Bible and Ministry Scott Adair. Adair was inspired to pursue his passion of teaching Bible during his time as a student at Harding and by one particular faculty member who made a difference in his life, Ross Cochran, professor of Bible and ministry. “Ross Cochran had such an impact on me when I was a student here,” Adair said. “He was a new teacher, and my freshman year was his freshman year of teaching. If I got a chance to come back and teach Bible and have an impact on peoples’ lives like he did, I would jump at that chance.” Adair started his career at the University in 2001 and saw the benefits of teaching firsthand. He remarked on how teaching the Bible could bring a level of connection among students that was hard to find anywhere else. “Sometimes in the classroom, by the spirit of God, there is a sense of awe, wonder and holiness,” Adair said. “Students and I are honest with ourselves and with each other, [and] we listen to each other. We are more interested in pursuing in truth than impressing each other.” Adair’s approach to teaching through connection and conversation inspired numerous students in his time with Harding, including senior Faith Smith. Smith said Adair’s teaching and his ability create a comfortable environment for the students was a special gift and talent. “[Adair’s] class almost feels like a stereotypical Sunday school class, but in a good sense where all the conversation and conflicting points are welcome for discussion,” Smith said. “Sitting in a Scott Adair class feels like you’re out to coffee with Dr. Adair and receiving a sermon from him all at the same time.” Students were not the only ones impacted by Adair. Cochran said Adair’s impact on Harding faculty was proven by his nomination to serve as president of the Faculty Leadership Council. “The fact he was voted as president shows that he is trusted and trustworthy,” Cochran said. “It’s the first time we’ve put officers through campus wide selection. It’s a nice compliment to his work.” Cochran added that Adair’s influence on his colleagues goes beyond the Faculty Leadership Council and showed itself in more personal ways. “He’s just got this perspective that’s credible and trustworthy,” Cochran said. “Whether it’s theology or what’s happening around our campus, he’s got this perspective I trust and seek.” Throughout his career, Adair said the benefits of teaching were still the same as they were in the beginning. “I love teaching people about Christ; I love mentoring students, and I love the interactions with my colleagues,” Adair said. “All of it makes me better.” story by Daniel Burley

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He’s dedicated! Associate Professor Scott Adair stands in the McInteer Bible and World Missions Center. Adair was voted the 2020-21 Petit Jean yearbook dedication recipient. | photo by Madison Meyer

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It’s great to be at Harding! Former President Bruce McLarty waves from his float in the homecoming parade on October 31, 2020. He rode in a Ford Mustang alongside his wife Ann McLarty. | photo by Madison Meyer

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LEGACY Bruce McLarty retires as president of Harding University in fall 2020 after seven and a half years.

n Oct. 30, 2020, students, faculty and staff were ushered into Homecoming weekend by the announcement of President Bruce McLarty’s retirement, effective Nov. 30, 2020. Since his inauguration on June 1, 2013, McLarty had a mission in mind. McLarty’s tenure as president began with a challenge to define his vision for Harding. In 2013, he attended the Harvard Seminar for First Year University Presidents. The seminar’s instructor encouraged attendees to think deeply about their new responsibilities and view them with a duty to find the words to move forward their distinct visions. On the flight home from the seminar, McLarty took notes about Harding and what it meant to him. The result of his brainstorming inspired the University’s motto. “The two words that ended up being the biggest on the page were community and mission,” McLarty said. “What makes Harding special is that we live for a purpose, and that purpose is God. A community of mission is what we are and what we aspire to be. It is the way I found Harding, and it’s where I wanted to leave Harding.” McLarty said the “community of mission” signs on the lampposts that hung around the University’s campus were intended to serve as a reminder that Harding welcomed people from all over the world and opened the door to community. The role of a president in fostering that sense of community was significant, and McLarty recognized his unique relationship with the student body.

“I would like to think that the special relationship is because students sense that I love them and that I am interested in their lives,” McLarty said. “It is very true that the happiest part of this whole seven and a half year experience has been getting to walk with students through the very pivotal time in their lives. I’ve been very blessed that by being president, I get invited into the lives of students.” McLarty’s presidency came to a close in the midst of a pandemic. As the leader of a university, much of the pressure to determine the fate of campus procedures and instruction fell to him. “I’ve tried to listen to everyone I needed to listen to,” McLarty said. “Part of that is the medical side, but the other part is student life. We have had to adjust because of everything that is a part of being a university in a COVID-era. This has been the most unusual year and the defining moment.” In the years prior to his presidency, McLarty worked as a preacher at College Church of Christ in Searcy. He said the presidency was never his identity, but an opportunity that he embraced—to carry Harding through a time for which he was called. “My mission is the stewardship of the presidency,” McLarty said. “It is never my possession. I was Bruce before I became president, and when the presidency is over, I will continue to be Bruce.” story by Holly Tubbs

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Teaching and Preaching! President Bruce McLarty lectures on the gospel of John in the McInteer Bible & World Missions Center . McLarty enjoyed connecting with students during his time as president. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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May the

TASK FORCE Be with you! Harding employs a COVID-19 task force.

nce the lasting effects of COVID-19 became apparent in spring 2020, the University administration knew they needed to make important decisions with a group of internal and external leaders. This led to the creation of the University COVID-19 task force. “Dr. McLarty became very aware of the fact that this wasn’t a temporary issue and that it was going to take a significant, collective effort to open the campus, and then to keep it open,” Dr. Michael Justus, University COVID-19 task force member, said. The task force conducted virtual meetings during summer 2020 to discuss the changes necessary to safely bring students back to campus. Justus said they continued to meet every week through the fall 2020 semester to understand what was happening on campus, mandate Arkansas regulations and collect information on what was happening outside of the University. The external task force members included local physicians such as Justus and contacts at the Arkansas governor’s office and in Washington, D.C. The internal members included President Bruce McLarty, Executive Vice President David Collins and other Harding leaders. Collins said that as more information was released about COVID-19 protocol, the University felt more confident in their decisions to ensure

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a safe semester. An article written by surgeon, writer and public leader Atul Gawande listed four pillars of proactivity that helped shape the University’s approach to conquering the semester. The four pillars were masks, distancing, screening and personal hygiene. “We saw the vision, and we started down the pathway of preparation,” Collins said. “All of the things you see on campus from the barriers that are up, and hand sanitizers, and even our protocols on isolation and quarantine, all of that developed was part of what the task force was working on through the month of June primarily.” Andy Goodman, president of Arkansas’ Independent Colleges and Universities and University COVID-19 task force member, said his position as an external member of the task force was to be a conduit for information on the state level. Goodman said the task force created a hub of information on safely reopening campus, staying open and keeping students safe. “One thing about a campus like Harding is that it’s very different from a larger, public institution,” Goodman said. “If anybody could help control the environment but also have buy-in from the students on campus to make sure they’re doing the right thing, that’s a place like Harding.” story by Ava Galyean

Board of Trustees: (Row 1) Becky Tubbs, Bruce McClarty, Howard Wright, Michael Justus (Row 2) Robert Walker, Robert Diles, Rodney Waller, Lundy Neely (Row 3) Stehanie Howell, John Reese, Jimmy Cone, John Simmons (Row 4) Lindy Ingram, Craig Cheatham, Harold Redd, Tim Bewley (Row 5) Jim Holsombake, Roy Reaves, David Waldron, Charles Ganus | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Class adventures! Assistant Professor of Bible and Ministry Mac Sandlin lectures in front of the Benson Auditorium steps. In person classes got creative in fall 2020.| photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Professor of Family and Consumer Sciences. Lisa Ritchie and senior Sharon Ah Ping, discuss the details of lab. Professors continued to engage with students despite the restrictions of COVID-19. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Kara Abston, MBA assistant dean of students Kathy Allen, B.B.A. dir. of residence life James Berry, Ph.D. dir. of assessment Nicky Boyd, Ed.D. dir. of Walton Scholars Program and international students Lynette Brooker, MBA dir. of budget and payroll Jake Brownfield, Ed.S. dir. of academic affairs Tom Buterbaugh, B.A. assistant dir. of University Communications and Marketing Tiffany Byers, MBA dir. of multicultural student services and student success Warren Casey, Ph.D. dean of College of Arts and Humanities Mike Chalenburg, B.A. assistant VP IS&T Monte Cox, Ph.D. dean of College of Bible and Ministry Rhonda Davis, B.S.N. dir. of student health services Tannon Davis, MBA dir. of ADVANCE program Danny DeRamus, B.A. dir. of physical resources Lora Fleener, B.B.A. student support and communications manager Al Frazier, Ph.D. dean of College of Business Administration Butch Gardner, Ed.D. dir. of career center Zane Gastineau, Ph.D. dean of College of Sciences Tina Gould, MBA dir. of testing Ken Graves, M.A. dir. of global outreach David Hall, B.A. manager of Harding Bookstore and Heritage Inn Scott Hannigan, MBA senior dir. of admissions Ranan Hester, M.S. assistant dean of students Chad Joice, Ed.D. assistant dean of students Tim Jones, B.A. assistant VP of finance Kevin Kehl, Ed.D. dean of University College and Honors College Susan Kehl, Ph.D. dean of College of Nursing Kim Kirkman, M.Ed. exec. dir. of American Studies Institute Donny Lee, Ed.D. dean of College of Education Logan Light, B.A. dir. of campus life

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Tod Martin, MBA registrar Mike McGalliard, Sc.D. dean of College of Allied Health Jeff Montgomery, B.A. dir. of photo services Jeff Mercer, Pharm.D. dean of College of Pharmacy Lolita Meredith, M.S. dir. of McNair Project Lew Moore, Ph.D. dir. of counseling center and chair of MFT Zach Neal, M.A.T. assistant VP of student life and dean of students John Noah, B.A. dir. of business office Stephanie O’Brian, Ed.S. dir. of Upward Bound Audra Pleasant, J.D. exec. dir. of international programs Emily Roberts, B.B.A. dir. of donor relations Jonathan Roberts, Ed.D. dir. of financial aid David Ross, MBA assistant VP of human resources Craig Russell, M.A. dir. of public safety Bridget Smith, B.A. dir. for disability services Randy Smith dir. of postal services Dana Steil assistant provost Marcus Thomas, M.S.E. assistant dean of students Jean Waldrop, M.S. dir. of Brackett Library John Mark Warnick, Ed.S. assistant registrar Danny Wood manager of Harding Press Jonathan Wood, J.D. dir. of Waldron Center

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Welcome back to British Literature! Dr. Michael Claxton, professor of English, shows props he used as teaching aids in video lectures. Claxton included costumes, props and toys in his recorded lectures to keep students engaged while learning from home. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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creative

CONNECTIONS Faculty interacts with students virtually in spring 2020.

hen the spring 2020 semester transitioned to online coursework, faculty members made every effort to make their students’ learning experiences as enjoyable and natural as possible. When the University announced students would not return to campus, professor of history and political science Julie Harris was teaching 106 students between three sections of western civilization, one section of western political thought, and advising Tenor of our Times historical journal. Despite the changes, Harris said remote instruction did not require the sacrifice of human connection. “My first concerns were not about content, but more about students and connection,” Harris said. “Because of the vast time difference for many of my students, synchronous meetings were not a viable option for my survey courses. Staying connected was the key. I used surveys to find out how they were. I made sure I had avenues open for communication, and tried not to give more work with the stresses students were facing.” Harris, like many faculty members, learned to be flexible and receptive to the new balance of their own home and school lives. “I am also now trying to work from home and homeschool my child at the same time,” Harris said. “Keeping children engaged over digital is hard, even when their teachers are great, as my son’s was. Still, that meant being a homeschool substitute teacher by day and recording lectures by night, so it was exhausting.”

Other faculty members overcame the obstacles of remote learning through creativity and humor. Professor of English Michael Claxton uploaded video lectures, which included songs, skits and costumes to keep his students’ spirits high. “I decided early on to play to my strengths,” Claxton said. “I recorded a series of brief 10 minute video lectures, and I made sure that each one had something silly. I used toys, props, costumes, gags, jokes and anything I could think of to break up the tedium of watching someone speak for 10 minutes.” Senior Sidney Dearin was a student in Claxton’s British Literature II course in spring 2020. Dearin said the efforts Claxton made to enhance the digital learning experience made all the difference. “Dr. Claxton was a highlight in my day-to-day routines,” Dearin said. “Instead of doing Zoom classes like most of my professors, Dr. Claxton created videos of each of the lessons that oftentimes had a character helping teach the lesson.” Like many students, Dearin learned to accept the numerous changes during the unprecedented time. “Personally, I’m not great with learning online and I really think that it’s unfortunate, but understandable, that we had to switch to online,” Dearin said. “I do think that a lot of teachers did the best they could with the amount of time that they were given for the switch.” story by Maren Bonham

Dr. Julie Harris, professor of history and political science, lectures on post-war Europe. Harris taught students through recorded lectures after transitioning online. | photo courtesy of Julie Harris

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MOMS Out? Residence life coordinators work together to create a welcoming environment for students.

he Harding University residence life coordinators (RLCs) worked to make the 2020-21 school year as comfortable as possible for their residents. COVID-19 added many restrictions on campus, including dorm life, and it didn’t go unnoticed by the RLCs. Emily Myers, the RLC of Armstrong Hall, said that COVID-19 made building the Harding community more challenging. “It makes building community very difficult.” Myers said.“Harding offers a culture of a special community. When masks, social distancing and rules on who can come into the dorm are in place it does not foster the community we all desire to have.” Making connections with students was emphasized by the RLCs. Jana Willis, RLC for Cathcart, said that her children enjoyed getting to know the students and even called them their “roommates.” Willis said that COVID-19 made forming close relationships more difficult. “I don’t believe we were made to live under these tough restrictions,” Willis said. “It’s hard to develop relationships while social distancing.

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It is sad to me knowing what life was like in the dorm and on campus before COVID, and what it has to be now.” The RLCs collaborated to try and maintain normal and positive living environments. Retha Robinson, Cone Hall RLC, said that the RLCs conducted meetings with one another to discuss how to do this. “We have meetings where we can share ideas on ways to encourage our residents, whether it is picking up meals for them during quarantine or just a friendly greeting or wave when we see them,” Robinson said. Despite the difficulties many of the RLCs faced, they talked about how much they enjoy their work. “It is a very fulfilling opportunity to get to know the students and hear all the laughter in the dorm, hearing their success stories or lending a sympathetic ear when needed,” Robinson said. “It is a great opportunity to serve others.” story by Grace Hurt

(Row 1) Rhonda Foster, Tania Davis, Jana Willis, Mary Margaret Fish (Row 2) Joy Slayton, Heather Davis (Row 3) Kara Chalenburg, Lydia Hall Harding’s women’s residence life coordinators stand outside of the David B. Burks American Heritage Building. The RLCs worked together to create a welcoming environment for students despite the restrictions of COVID-19.| photo by Madison Meyer The sisterhood of motherhood! Harding’s men’s residence life coordinators stand outside of the David B. Burks American Heritage Building. The RLC’s put an emphasis on connecting with the students.| photo by Madison Meyer

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Lab Day! Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Keith Schramm collaborates with sophomore Will Reeves during chemistry lab. Lab work remained a part of science curriculum despite COVID-19 restrictions. | photo courtest of Jeff Montgomery

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ssociate professor of art Amy Cox became the second woman to serve as department chair for the Department of Art and Design. Cox started her career at Harding as an adjunct professor in 2000, and was offered a full-time teaching position the following year. Beginning in 2005, Cox worked as program coordinator for the interior architecture and design program, while synchronously working toward her master’s degree. Cox said she was excited about becoming the new chair, and made safety measures relating to COVID-19 a top priority. “We have always had to be conscious of safety just because we deal with things like chemicals, paints and there is a lot of precaution that goes into making sure they use the equipment properly,” Cox said. “The virus adds a whole other layer, and that has been a huge emphasis for me right now.” When Dr. John Keller, former chair of the Department of Art and Design, stepped down from the position, he already had Cox in mind to succeed him. “She has wonderful organizational skills, and she is a good leader,” Keller said. “In fact, her MFA research largely focused on how to solve issues creatively with groups of people.” As chair of the department, Cox represented the administration, planned for the future, organized meetings and spoke with prospective students, while continuing to teach classes. Cox was involved in various projects around the community including contributions to Get Down Downtown, partnering with Think Idea Studio and establishing a capstone project for her students in their junior years. Cox and the department frequently presented community-based projects to the students. One of Cox’s students, senior Brent Johnston, said he had a great experience studying under her and was encouraged by her to participate in extracurricular opportunities within interior design. “As a teacher, she is very similar to that of a parent by loving to take care of us students as a team,” Johnston said. “She has always made sure we stay community-centered and community-minded.”

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Reflecting on the art. Department Chair Amy Cox passes a wall of displayed art pieces in the Stevens Art and Design Center. Cox was appointed chair in fall 2020 after working at Harding for 20 years. | photo by Madison Meyer Department Chair Amy Cox stands in front of art projects. Cox replaced former Department Chair John Keller. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Taking the Stage! Dr. Phil Thompson teaches a theater class on the stage of the Benson Auditorium. Classes took place in unusual places to keep with social distancing guidelines during in-person classes. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Heather Kemper appointed vice president for alumni and parent relations. In spring 2020, Vice President for Alumni and Parent Relations Liz Howell retired after working at Harding for 25 years. The position focused on connecting the University family, which included alumni, parents, students and friends. In her final email, Howell expressed her gratitude. “As I reflect on my time at Harding, I am beyond grateful for many opportunities and for connections with students, alumni, parents, women and colleagues who have touched my life,” Howell said. “After much thought and prayer, I made the decision to take the early retirement incentive on the final day, February 14 at 4:30 p.m.” In her place, the University offered the position to alumna Heather Kemper. Kemper grew up in Georgia and attended Harding from 1995 to 1999, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in social work. She earned her master’s degree at the University of Little Rock, and then began a career in social work. Kemper returned to Harding as an adjunct professor in 2012, teaching general psychology and anthropology. The Office of Alumni and Parent Relations provided resources such as the Harding Network, supported parents during the students’ transition to Harding, planned special events and gave back to the community through Women for Harding. For Kemper, handling events was no new task. “I am an accidental event planner,” Kemper said. “It started with hosting my first Thanksgiving at my house when I was a newlywed. This love of events and parties grew as I had children and planned their birthday parties, which grew into baby showers, small events, church events and, eventually, large events like weddings.” Kemper gained more experience when she became the venue director at Robbins Sanford Grand Hall in Searcy. While in this position, Kemper, with a small committee, helped form Searcy Beats & Eats. “Mrs. Kemper is so important to the University,” junior Hannah Kellum said. “I always look forward to Harding events, and I appreciate the work that goes on behind the scenes.” In 2017, Kemper became the full-time event and project director for alumni and parent relations. Kemper and Howell worked together on large university events like Family Weekend and Homecoming. “Being the director of alumni and parent relations is a job where every day is a unique opportunity,” Kemper said. “I am grateful to work with many departments on campus and connect with alumni, parents and students from all around the world to hear how the relationships they made at Harding have had an impact on their lives, just as it has mine.” story by Holland Chupek

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Vice President for Alumni and Parent Relations Heather Kemper makes an announcement at the 2020 Homecoming parade. Kemper was heavily inovled in University functions. | photo by Jeff Montgomery The face of a VP! Vice President for Alumni and Parent Relations Heather Kemper sits in her office. Kemper filled the position following Liz Howell’s retirement. | photo by Chantel Ceasar

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David Burks returns as president of Harding University for spring 2021.

ollowing the 2013 inauguration of Bruce McLarty as Harding’s fifth president, David Burks, president prior to McLarty’s tenure, became the second University chancellor. Seven and a half years later, Burks assumed the role of interim president on Dec. 1, 2020. “I heard about it shortly after Dr. McLarty made the decision to resign,” Burks said. “I was asked to do it because of my great love for Harding and my experience with this job over many years.” Burks’ Harding career began in 1967 when he was hired as a faculty member in the Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration. After 20 years of leadership there, he became president of the University on Sept. 18, 1987. “In 1987, I was really excited,” Burks said. “I was fresh, and everything about it was new. I had gone through a very elaborate interview process that was drawn out over a long period of time, and there was lots of anticipation. This time, it was very different. I simply met with the executive committee of the board. They asked me to do it, and I said yes.” Under Burks’s first presidency, Harding’s enrollment and engagement underwent record growth. This was partly due to Burks’s focus on “the integration of faith, learning and living.” He said his dedication to this motto and to fostering a sense of camaraderie was succeeded nicely by McLarty’s “community of mission.” “I think ‘community of mission’ is Dr. McLarty’s specific way of talking about a vision for Harding, and I like it,” Burks said. “A community of mission is very much like enthusiastic fellowship, which is what camaraderie is. For 26 years, I used a different phrase, and it was ‘the integration of faith, learning and living.’ I’m going to guess that I’ll use both phrases because they really refer to the same thing.” As chancellor, Burks was heavily involved with fundraising efforts and special projects, including the construction and development of Legacy Park Apartments. Returning to the presidency was a change of pace, especially in the midst of a pandemic. “Nothing is the same across higher education,” Burks said. “I commend Dr. McLarty and others for putting together a plan that would keep us safe, and I was delighted that we were able to have in-person classes. I am going to do everything I can do to make the Harding experience as real and exciting as it can possibly be. I trust in our God, and I believe that he will take care of all of us.” story by Holly Tubbs

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Burks in front of the Burks! President David Burks stands in front of the David B. Burks American Heritage Building. Burks became interim president after Dr. Bruce McLarty’s retirement in November 2020. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Welcoming the Harding athletic teams to the fall 2020 season was an invitation like no other. Fans and players alike longed for the sound of football in the air, and for the energy of Midnight Madness in the fieldhouse. Stupporters were not hosted in the stands of Harding sports venues. Locker rooms were not full of players preparing to compete. In the midst of it all, the athletes pushed through the difficult regulations and trials, exercising teamwork above all.

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Caution tape fills the First Security Stadium stands to encourage social distancing during fall 2020 athletics. Teams practiced on the field, but were not allowed to play other teams in the Great American Conference. | photo by Stanley Morales

A quiet crowd... The First Security Stadium stands are empty and silent during fall 2020. COV ID-19 postponed athletics in the Great American Conference which meant football fans and players did not fill the stadium. | photo by Stanley Morales The Rhodes-Reaves Field House stands are silent during the fall 2020 season. No official Great American Conference games were played in the field and no fans were able to show their support for the teams. | photo by Stanley Morales

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The Great American Conference postpones the 2020-21 athletic season.

n Aug. 14, 2020, the Great American Conference announced that all fall and winter sports: basketball, cross-country, football, soccer and volleyball, and sports that spanned both semesters, golf and tennis, were suspended through Jan. 1, 2021 due to COVID-19. Athletes and coaches unable to complete sporting events said they were devastated by the announcement. “I know it has been really disappointing for our athletes to not have the opportunity to compete last spring and this fall,” University Athletic Director and Men’s Basketball Coach Jeff Morgan said. “With that being said, our athletes have handled all of this in a great way. Their attitudes and their approach to how we are having to do things differently right now has been great. [The] same could be said for our coaches. Our coaches have done an incredible job making adjustments to workouts, strength and conditioning, meetings, etc., as we continue to engage our student-athletes and help them pursue their spiritual, academic and athletic goals.” While the news was difficult for the athletes, they continued to work hard and remained positive.

“In terms of the cancellations of the seasons, I think teams as a whole are strongly affected because we all, as Harding student-athletes and coaches, have been working so hard, but we understand it’s for the greater good,” senior men’s basketball player Tyler Roth said. In fall 2020, the University enforced rules and regulations to keep students safe in the uncertain time. “Each day we have to self-screen in order to ensure we don’t have COVID-19 symptoms,” Roth said. “In practice, we wear masks and social distance as much as possible, and our season has been postponed or canceled.” The new regulations changed the way Harding athletics continued with their season, but they made the most of the circumstances. “It has been draining and exhausting on our student-athletes and coaches,” Morgan said. “But we are trying to continue to remain positive and engaged moving foward.” story by Holland Chupek

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Strech for success! Track athletes JP Rutherford, Krishaun Watson, Will Meredith and Kaleb Naceanceno stretch at practice. The track team worked through COVID-19 restrictions | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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The Track that Smiles Back The Harding track teams continue to work together under COVID-19 guidelines.

thletics faced new obstacles in spring 2021 due to COVID-19, but the Harding track teams continued to work toward their goals. However, they still had to comply with COVID-19 guidelines in order to complete the season. Cross-Country and Track and Field Head Coach Don Hood said athletes, coaches and trainers were tested for COVID-19 weekly, and spectators were not allowed at indoor meets. “The [National Collegiate Athletic Association] (NCAA) formed a committee and passed down general guidelines for each conference to establish as best they could,” Hood said. “Each school must abide by the conference guidelines.” Junior distance runner Colton Bowman said it was important for the athletes to be careful because if one person tested positive, the rest of the team could be quarantined as a close contact. “That means wearing masks to practice, in the weight room, in

the locker room, during meetings and after practice,” Bowman said. “We try not to hang out with big crowds outside of practice at the moment in order to keep the team safe.” Despite the changes made for the spring 2021 season, some aspects of the track season remained similar to previous years, such as competing against other schools in the NCAA. The increased restrictions affected athletes both on and off the track. Sophomore distance runner Jada Trice said athletes could not socialize as they did in previous seasons, but that never changed their dedication to the sport. “One of the hardest parts of being so distanced is not being able to hang around like we used to after practice,” Trice said. “But even with the restrictions, we still continue to train hard and get the work done each day. I can’t wait to see the results of our efforts this season after training in times like these.” story by Caroline Slater

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Harding baseball players prepare for a pitch. The team was prepared to give a strong performance in their next season in spring 2021. | photo by Stanley Morales Teamwork makes the dream work. Sophomore Coulton Doyle walks with senior Andrew Bradshaw on Jerry Moore Field. The baseball team practiced with hopes of a spring 2021 season. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Baseball players take advantage of extra year of eligibility.

n spring 2020, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) ended the baseball season two months early, disappointing senior Bison athletes. However, their spirits were lifted after receiving another year of eligibility for the following season. During their spring 2020 season, the Bison baseball team sat in second place, one game behind Oklahoma Baptist University in the Great American Conference. With seven seniors and a record of 18-6, the Bisons believed they could qualify for the regional tournament in late spring. Assistant coach Zach Beasley said he was confident his players would reach high levels of success. “It was going great before COVID hit,” Beasley said. “We were off to a really good start; guys were really playing well. I think we would’ve had a really good post-season. To see that taken away from those guys was definitely pretty devastating. It’s something you never could’ve imagined ever happening.” Five of the seven seniors returned, including fifth year seniors Luke Van Dover and Connor Kelly. Kelly said he was shocked when the season ended; however, he gained a new appreciation for the opportunity to play collegiate baseball.

“When it happened to us, it was kind of that feeling that we were invincible,” Kelly said. “After, it was just a lot of feelings of disappointment and sadness, but not even sadness for ourselves, sadness for everyone involved because we had something that was really good.” Van Dover said he was grateful for the extra year of eligibility because it meant another year to play baseball with his teammates and coaches. “I think Harding baseball means more than I even thought it would, especially since the year has gone on,” Van Dover said. “It is very easy to take things for granted. When it was taken away from us last year, it made me realize that this was something that was beyond me.” Beasley was thankful for the seniors’ leadership. The team prepared for another successful season in spring 2021. “The leadership is pretty amazing, honestly,” Beasley said. “I can’t really thank those guys enough for what they’ve done here. I’m looking forward to the year with these guys and continuing what we left off from last year.” story by Sadie Thornton

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Softball team bonds under COVID-19 guidelines.

ach sports team at Harding took a different approach in their responses to the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA)’s decision to prematurely end the spring 2020 athletic season due to COVID-19. The softball team took the opportunity to grow, both as a team and in their individual skills. Although games were not played in the first half of the season, the team was still able to practice together and compete against each other. The season was instrumental to their growth as a team. “I think the whole team will take away that your teammates will always be there for you through the good times and bad times,” former catcher Briley Feringa said. “We had a tough fall, and everyone wants to stay healthy for the spring.” Without competing in games, the team came up with alternatives to practice their skills, such as splitting into separate dugouts and having staggered weight training schedules. Even with masks and social distancing, one player testing positive for COVID-19 would affect the whole team.

I got it! Lady Bison softball players Ashlyn Peterson and Nicole Shano have their eye on the ball. Softball games were played under COVID-19 guidelines. | photo by Stanley Morales

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“If one player gets a positive test, everyone has to quarantine that has been around that player,” freshman pitcher Jessica Bridges said. Players were prohibited from using to use the locker room, which would have allowed them to bond with their teammates off the field. “The toughest part of the season has definitely been not being able to have as many team activities and gatherings as we typically do,” junior catcher Sarah Hudler said. “In some ways, it’s helped us bond more as we have progressed through the year.” Throughout the 2020-21 season, the team stayed optimistic and persevered through the changes together. “One thing I have taken away from this season so far is how appreciative I am of our coaching staff, trainers and manager,” Hudler said. “The amount of time and effort they have put into making sure we can practice and play softball as closely to normal as possible is truly impressive.” story by Kayleigh Tritschler

Lady Bison softball player Lily Tanski throws the ball. The team bonded in the midst of a strange season. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Flag her down! Sophomore Nieves Megias sits wrapped in the Spanish flag on Sept. 10, 2020 at First Security Stadium. Megias returned to Harding from Madrid, Spain to support the cross country team. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Cross country runner Nieves Megias returns from Spain to support her team.

he COVID-19 global pandemic was a time of unknowns for many around the world. When Harding announced on March 19, 2020 that students would not return to campus after spring break, an uncertainty swept across the student body. “Not knowing what was going to happen next was the worst part, but I knew that at some point, I would be able to come back and see all my friends because we were not that far apart,” senior Dalton Allen said. Other students, however, were unable to feel the same. Sophomore international student Nieves Megias had a different experience traveling home than most of her peers. “I am from Madrid, Spain, and things were a lot more strict there,” Megias said. “The police there would not even let you be out on the streets.” Megias had to go directly into quarantine with her family after landing at the airport. “That was really weird, and I had never done that before,” Megias said. Megias and her family were nervous about COVID-19. “The news would say that there would be, like, 10,000 people infected every day,” Megias said. Although the situation in Spain was not ideal for Megias, time at home did allow her to appreciate the family in her life. “Before the virus, I would never just hug my mom for no reason, but now we have gotten so close,” Megias said. When news came that Harding would have in-person classes in the fall, Megias was hesitant to return. Her commitment to the Harding cross country and track teams, however, made her decision clear. “I knew I had to come back for my team and practice with them, even if we didn’t have a season,” Megias said. Her teammates felt the same way and respected Megias’s willingness to come back to the U.S. “It was kind of a sacrifice for her to come back when we aren’t even competing, especially since the United States is growing with cases,” sophomore Jada Trice said. Despite the cancellation of the 2020 cross country season and the uncertainty of the 2021 track season, Megias felt surrounded by a second family when she returned to the U.S. “Everyone was very supportive, and I felt good to be back,” Megias said. COVID-19 impacted many things in Megias’s life, and returning to campus was challenging. As an athlete for the cross country and track teams, however, Megias said she felt that being back at Harding was where she belonged. “I had to come back,” Megias said. “It’s what I came here to do.” story by Daniela Cuellar

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he transition from high school to collegiate sports involved adapting to new teammates, coaches and playbooks. On top of that, there was the daunting task of becoming comfortable in a new environment. At Harding University, the Bison football team made an effort to make the players feel comfortable. The Bison football team had the character of being a family, welcoming each other with open arms and pushing each other to be better. This team was built on a legacy of love by former head football coach John Prock and was carried on by head coach Paul Simmons. With 13 senior athletes for the 2020 season, supporting their teammates was a priority. Seniors Michael Cendrick, Sam Wilson and Grant Fitzhugh were three players who found ways to connect with their teammates during a difficult, game-less fall semester. “It’s been a really cool opportunity, even in the midst of a hard semester, to see what it looks like to be intentional,” Cendrick said. “Life is less about football, [and] it’s more about talking through life with guys who are 19 to 22 years old.” Cendrick, wide receiver, took the opportunity to invest in the men who played his position on the field. “Once a week I just say, ‘Hey guys, we’re going to be getting in the word in the Student Center. If anybody can make it, it’d be awesome,’” Cendrick said. “Different guys have been coming out each week just to get in the word. It’s not anything fancy or super spiritual, we are just honest with each other about struggles, but also victories and what it looks like to be in the word together.” Wilson, offensive lineman, saw the importance of knowing teammates on and off the field. “The hard part is playing football, learning the position and having a guy like me standing behind you telling you everything you’re doing wrong,” Wilson said. “I know that’s hard because I went through it. I wanted to bring those guys over so they can experience who we are as people.” Wilson discovered a way to open the door for a relationship with his fellow offensive linemen. “This year, I have the offensive linemen over, the young guys and everybody in between over to my house,” Wilson said. “We just have

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them over, and we cook some steak and get after it. We play some video games and just have a good time.” Fitzhugh, defensive back, and his teammates led football church services on Wednesday nights. Since his freshman year, Fitzhugh saw the group’s attendance grow from about six to as many as 45 people. “We usually start by leading a prayer, followed by singing a few songs and then read a passage, usually about 10 verses or so,” Fitzhugh said. “Then, we talk about application to our lives. We go through that together and really encourage each other, allowing the Lord to encourage us through the word.” story by Sadie Thornton

Seniors Grant Fitzhugh, Michael Cendrick and Sam Wilson stand on the Sonic Field of Dreams Nov. 10, 2020. They used the fall 2020 season to invest in the other football players. | photo by Madison Meyer

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t was difficult for the Harding Cheer team to be removed from the athletic sidelines in fall 2020, but they discovered new ways to maintain encouragement on campus. When the team first discovered sports were canceled, they felt a sense of loss, especially for football. “Since it’s our senior year, it was a lot to take in that we’re not going to get to cheer for football,” senior captain Jasie Mason said. Additionally, because stunting required close contact with one another, the team was not allowed to practice or perform certain exercises in order to comply with COVID-19 guidelines. However, they were thankful that they were allowed to meet as a team and regain the community they lost in the spring 2020 semester. “It is very different,” Mason said. “We’re going to try to make the best out of it.”

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The team could have been discouraged, but they persevered and thought of ways to help their community and encourage their peers. “One thing I’ve really enjoyed about cheering for Harding is everybody has a good attitude,” senior captain Rachel Frost said. “That’s something that we need a lot of right now and can help build community.” In order to build this community during a difficult time, senior Kaci Mason relayed the influence people have despite the unfavorable circumstances. “I think it’s important for us to be an example to other sports teams, too, since we are cheerleaders,” Kaci Mason said. “We can still do good things and still be a part of our sports team even though it’s different.” story by Selby Bailey Yates

Practice makes perfect! The Harding cheerleaders gather for a group photo after practice. Even with COVID-19 restrictions, athletic teams were able to bond. | photo by Chantel Ceaser Senior Jasie Mason stunts during practice. The team worked together to stay in shape. | photo by Chantel Ceaser

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Reach for it! Sophomore Ashley Nilsson prepares to serve at the David Elliot Tennis Complex on Nov. 8, 2020. Passport issues caused Nilsson to return to campus midway through the semester.| photo by Madison Meyer

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Sitting on one of the courts at the David Elliot Tennis Complex, sophomore Ashley Nilsson smiles for a photo on Nov. 8, 2020. Nilsson missed half of the fall 2020 season due to passport and COVID-19 complications. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Ashley Nilsson returns to campus from Canada to play tennis for the second half of the fall 2020 semester.

fter being unable to return to Harding for the first half of the fall 2020 semester, sophomore Ashley Nilsson returned to campus to finish the second half of the semester. Nilsson was from Canada and played for the Lady Bisons tennis team. “I sent in my passport to get updated, but the passport office was closed, so I didn’t get it until halfway through the semester,” Nilsson said. “I booked my flight the night it came in the mail and flew in the week after.” Due to COVID-19, the tennis team was unable to compete in fall 2020. Although Nilsson was not missing any competitions, she did miss half a semester of practice. “Although we were not allowed to compete this fall, she brought a definite spark to practice when she was able to return to school,” head tennis coach David Redding said. “She is a valuable member

of the team, and anytime you are missing an important piece of the puzzle, it feels incomplete.” While the team felt more complete with Nilsson back, she had to adjust to having practice and classes back on campus. “The team is so excited to have her back,” senior Allison Jenkins said. “She is such an important part of the team.” Although Nilsson missed out on time with the team, she returned just in time to get some practice time with them before a semester of competition. “It was hard to be away from my teammates ‘cause they are family to me,” Nilsson said. “COVID has brought us closer. Since we have smaller cohorts, I’ve relied on my team to stay connected. I love them with my whole heart.” story by Ellie Shelton

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The volleyball team high-fives after getting a point in the Rhodes-Reaves Field House on Nov. 7, 2020. The volleyball team competed with each other since they were unable to play against other teams. | photo by Stanley Morales

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ACING INTRAMURALS The Lady Bisons take their skills to the intramural fields.

n fall 2020, the Lady Bisons Volleyball season was canceled due to COVID-19. Usually, student-athletes were prohibited from participating in intramural sports. However, due to the cancellation of their season, the team took to the intramural courts. “As soon as I found out that we would not be playing our regular season this semester, I was so upset,” senior defensive specialist Katherine Cowart said. “It is my last year, and this is definitely not how I thought it would go. As soon as I saw the chapel announcement about signing up for intramural co-eds and volleyball, I got super excited and knew I wanted to play. ” Since the volleyball team was unable to travel and compete on a collegiate level, the Head Volleyball Coach and Senior Woman Administrator Meredith Fear encouraged them to compete in intramural sports, to bond outside of practice in a more relaxed atmosphere. “It definitely scares some people when they see that they’re about to play some Harding volleyball girls, but they all laugh about it in the end,” senior Katie Dather said. “I think it’s making the intramurals a little more interesting and competitive. It’s also nice because it gives us an opportunity to meet Harding students outside of athletics.” The volleyball team was enthusiastic about participating in intramurals in 2020. Eleven of the 16 players on the volleyball team chose to play intramural volleyball. “It has been fun to see my teammates play with and against other people,” sophomore Libby Hinton said. “I was not originally planning on playing intramurals this year, but the senior volleyball girls needed an extra person, so I joined their team. It has been fun to be able to play a game and compete, since that is something I am missing out on right now.” story by Ellie Shelton

JUMP! Junior outside hitter Amber Robin prepares to serve the ball in the Rhodes-Reaves Field House on Nov. 7, 2020. The scrimmage was played during a practice where the team divided to play each other. | photo by Stanley Morales

Both sides of the volleyball team return to their positions to continue playing the scrimmage in the Rhodes-Reaves Field House on Nov. 7, 2020. Spliting up helped the team practice as if they were in a real game.| photo by Stanley Morales The volleyball team gathers together during a scrimmage on Nov. 7, 2020. The volleyball team played against each other since games against other teams were not allowed in the 2020-21 season. | photo by Stanley Morales

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A tee-rific shot! Junior Jake Croshaw takes a shot down the fairway at the Kentucky Wesleyan Invitational on Sept. 29, 2019. This invitational was a preview for the NCAA Division II Super Regional that was canceled due to COVID-19. | photo by Dustin Howell

Sophomore Abbey Bryan follows her shot in Miramar Beach, Fla. on March 8, 2020. The 2020 Emerald Coast Invitational hosted by the University of Missouri- St. Louis was the last event for the women’s team to play before the season came to an end due to COVID-19. | photo courtesy of Dustin Howell

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DUSTIN’ OFF THE CLUBS Coach Dustin Howell found a new way for golf players to compete.

n fall 2020, men’s and women’s golf coach Dustin Howell created an intrasquad golf tournament for players to practice during the postponed of the season. The golf players were seeded through random selection to play one another in a tournament, allowing them to compete despite the cancellation of matches. “The goal of the tournament is to give Harding’s players an exciting competition to participate in, since intercollegiate competition is not allowed at this time,” Assistant Athletic Director Scott Goode said. Howell said he always wanted to conduct an intrasquad matchplay tournament, and now that he had extra time, the opportunity presented itself. “I have strived to foster an atmosphere of team engagement and competition,” Howell said. “All athletes have an internal drive to

compete, and I want to stoke that fire to keep it burning and ready for the spring semester.” Senior Jacob Hefley enjoyed the competition. He said it was challenging to accept the postponement of the season; however, it encouraged him to continue to work hard for the upcoming spring season. The match-play format, which was when a player earned a point for each hole they bested their opponents, offered players the opportunity to practice their normal habits and prepare for future competitions. Hefley was glad to be back in the competitive atmosphere. “It’s always great to compete, whether it is in an intrasquad competition or tournament,” Hefley said. “We have other competitions planned throughout the semester, and I am looking forward to competing in all of them.” story by Kaitlyn Francois

Alumnus Gregor MacIntosh follows through with his swing on Sept. 29, 2019 in Owensboro, Kentucky. The Kentucky Wesleyan Invitational was one of the last golf compeitions held before the outbreak of COVID-19. | photo by Dustin Howell

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Senior Ross White returns from England to play soccer.

enior Ross White traveled from his hometown of Harrogate, England to the United States to pursue his college career. He first attended a junior college in Batvia, N.Y., where he played soccer before transferring to Harding his junior year. He was given the opportunity to run an athletic social media account at his junior college. Since then, White embraced his graphic design talent and turned it into a possible career. “I think now, even with my major being sports and recreation management, I always saw myself going into athletic department social media,” White said. “And now, I kind of feel like I’m falling away from that a little bit more, and I’m making stuff that I like.” White combined his passions for graphic design, sports and music to create an Instagram account, Raw Media Graphic Design, where he shared his digital edits of professional athletes and music artists.

White also used his graphic design and technology skills to help his friends and soccer teammates, including junior Donnell Bowes. When Bowes needed a highlight reel of his athletic achievements, White made him one. “When I got the results back, it was really, really good and really, really professional,” Bowes said. “It definitely helped me going forward into this season, being able to see my best moments and try to replicate that.” Junior Grace Ann Green, Lady Bison soccer athlete, said White’s graphic design talents served as a creative outlet for him. “Sometimes, people just put athletes in a box and say, ‘Okay, you’re a sports person, and that’s your thing,’” Green said. “So, I think it’s cool that he gets to express that more creative side with other things that he enjoys doing.” story by Ava Galyean

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Don’t you mean football? Ross White holds a soccer ball on the practice fields. White was one of many international athletes to return to Harding amid COVID-19 restrictions. | photo by Stanley Morales

Soccer? Don’t you mean football? Senior Ross White stands with a soccer ball. He returned to Harding from England. | photo by Stanley Morales

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SOCCER gets SOCIAL Lady Bison Soccer players participate in the social club process.

hen it was announced that the Harding soccer teams could not travel for games due to COVID-19, the athletes experienced college like never before. The Lady Bison athletes anticipated being involved in social club activities they traditionally missed due to weekend games. These activities included club week, mixers, functions and sports. The women entered a new chapter of college full of CDC-approved socializing. Junior Grace Ann Green said her day-to-day life looked similar to previous years with classes and practice, but her weekends changed since she was not gone Wednesday through Sunday every other week for games. Green said that because of these schedule changes she was more involved in Pi Theta Phi, which her helped grow her relationships with her club sisters. “It’s the first year that I’ve gotten to go to more than one mixer so far,” Green said. “Even freshman year, when I was pledging a club, I only went to one mixer for each club [because of practice].”

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Junior Madison Massoth said she enjoyed meeting new members during the club process in Ko Jo Kai and getting to attend more club events with her new free time. “I get to have a little bit more of a social life,” Massoth said. “I get more time to be with friends or get homework done.” Junior Parker Smitherman said having free weekends to spend time with her friends and Zeta Rho sisters was a different experience. “My freshman year, I missed first round [mixers] because of soccer, so it’s nice to get to go to everything this year,” Smitherman said. “I’ve learned that everything is out of my control, and I just need to make the most of my time that I have with my friends.” story by Ava Galyean

Thumbs up! Freshman forward Briley-Anne Brown gives a thumbs up during women’s social club Ju Go Ju’s club week Jan. 24-29, 2021 on the Harding intramural fields. Many of the players joined clubs in the 2020-21 season since the team was not allowed to travel.

Freshman forward Carmen Gunn participates in women’s social club Pi Theta Phi is club week on Jan. 24-29, 2021 in the American Heritage Auditorium. COVID-19 restrictions were placed on sports teams at Harding, which allowed more time for the Lady Bison Soccer team to join social clubs. Freshman midfielder Mimi Herring participates in games for women’s social club Ju Go Ju’s club week Jan. 24-29 2021 on the Harding intramural fields. Club week was during the spring semester of the 2020-21 school year, which allowed the Lady Bison Soccer team to participate in the club process.

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Former Bison basketball player Dawson Yates returns to the court as a coach.

n fall 2020, the Lady Bison Basketball team said goodbye to Coach Weston Jameson and welcomed new assistant coach Dawson Yates. Yates was a Bison basketball player from 2014 to 2016. He was excited to return to Harding as a coach and was received with enthusiasm by the Lady Bisons. “Coach Yates has hit the ground running and is doing a great job,” head women’s basketball coach Tim Kirby said. “He brings great energy and basketball knowledge to the team, and our girls have had a great response to Coach Yates coming in.” The Lady Bison players were sad to see Jameson go, but excited to welcome Yates to the team. “Coach Yates is wonderful,” senior player Carissa Caples said. “It’s very evident that he cares for us and our development, not only as a player, but especially as a person. He brings a fire to our team and encourages us to go the extra mile in the gym and in the classroom.” Junior player Brooke Bradley said the team quickly adjusted to Yates's addition. “Coach Yates is perfect for this team,” Bradley said. “He cheers us on in all areas of life, and our team loves him. He’s always keeping us motivated and humble. He definitely makes us laugh and is a constant in positivity on the court, track and weightroom. Wherever we are, he brightens the mood.” Yates and his wife were already planning to return to Searcy before he accepted the position. "We chose Searcy because of the comfort we had in the community from our time as students," Yates said. "Within the hour of receiving the key to our new home, I received a phone call from Coach Kirby. When we were talking, he mentioned the possibility of me working beside him; I knew my answer before I hung up." Yates said it was special for him to be involved in the basketball program for a second time. "I love being able to represent the black and gold Bison everywhere I go," Yates said. "As a coach, it is so natural for me to connect to our current players due to our shared experiences as student-athletes. I am able to extend invitation to join our community of mission, a community that changed the direction of my life for the better."

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Yay for Yates! Assistant women's basketball coach Dawson Yates stands in the Rhodes-Reaves Field House. Yates was a basketball player at Harding from 2014-2016 and returned as assistant coach. | photo by Stanley Morales

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FAMILY Father and son duo Jeff and Davis Morgan take to the court as coach and player.

ead men’s basketball coach Jeff Morgan always viewed his players as sons, and coached them accordingly. When sophomore Davis Morgan, Jeff Morgan’s son, joined the team in fall 2019, a new level of coaching emerged. Davis Morgan said his childhood experiences wih his father were the main reason for his love of basketball. “My dad has always been greatly involved,” Davis Morgan said. “He’s been coaching ever since I’ve been alive. Going to Harding games with him growing up really made me want to play.” Jeff Morgan affirmed this, explaining that his son made overnight trips with him to conferences and games from a very young age. “Growing up with me as his dad meant that he was at a lot of practices, at a lot of team meals, getting to hang out with a lot of guys in the team,” Jeff Morgan said. “He’s grown up getting to watch me play. I mean, the list could go on and on of the number of players he’s gotten to watch and shoot around in the gym with.” When he joined the team, Davis Morgan had the opportunity to live the life of the older athletes. He made his collegiate debut in the 2019-20 basketball season with an average of 8.5 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game. He was a talented 3-point shooter and had two 20-point games that season, making him a key player on the team. With his reputation and talent, it could have been easy to develop an ego, but Davis Morgan said his identity as “the coach’s son” was never problematic.

“He is such a selfless and coachable player,” assistant coach Ray Woods said. “Davis is so low-maintenance of a kid and of a player that I don’t even think about the fact that he’s Coach Morgan’s son.” When asked about their dynamic during practice, the Morgans laughed and retold the same story of Davis’s first locker room meeting. “Whenever I first got here, he brought us all in the locker room and said, ‘All right, I’m just going address the elephant in the room: That’s my son, and I’m not going to treat him in any special way,’” Davis Morgan said. The meeting sparked an open conversation that affirmed Davis Morgan’s validity and skill and the team’s anticipation of getting to play with him. Jeff Morgan expressed hopes for the 2020-21 season. “I hope that Davis being in the room will make me a better father figure for you guys, and I hope that you guys being in the room will make me a better coach for Davis,” Jeff Morgan said. Team captain senior Romio Harvey said the fatherly example served as a model to the team of young men. “Seeing how Davis and Coach Morgan worked together in their relationship inspires me to be a good dad someday,” Harvey said. story by Zach Bishop

Like father like son... Sophomore Davis Morgan and his father Jeff Morgan stand in the Rhodes-Reaves Field House. Davis Morgan grew up watching his father coach and played on his team in the 2019-20 season. | photo by Madison Meyer

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I’m looking at you! Harding’s mascott Buff the Bison stands on the front lawn. Buff ’s normal schedule was altered by the athletic cancellations. | photo by Stanley Morales

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D. Adcock, T. Barbara, C. Barger, Z. Bilek, A. Bradshaw, C. Burnett, D. Butterfield, M. Dewald, C. Doyle, H. Heffley, T. Hoecker, H. Hook, B. Johnston, K. Keen, C. Kelly, J. Lawhorn, O. Martin, C. McCall, L. McCall, D. McNeel, S. Morgan, B. Perrett, S. Price, J. Saylor, R. Shirey, C. Smith, B. Southerland, C. Stull, T. Turner, L. Van Dover, D. Welch, S. White, Z. Whitis, C. Witzke, R. Yakel.

MEN’S BASKETBALL

E. Ahmedic, D. Benkovic, C. Blackburn, J. Harris, R. Harvey, K. Hensley, R. Martin, T. Moore, D. Morgan, J. Perkins, T. Roth, R. Santiago, S. Smithson, C. Vanlandingham, J. West, J. Morgan (head coach), R. Woods (assistant coach).

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

J. Barnes, B. Bradley, K. Burtch, C. Caples, C. Citty, H. Collins, K. Cooper, K. Coulter, L. Davis, J. Elder, J. Evans, S. Hawley, K. Lampo, J. Thorman, T. Kirby (head coach), D. Yates (assistant coach).

CHEERLEADING

C. Arnett, K. Citty, A. David, R. Frost, H. Johnson, J. Mason, K. Mason, H. Mathis, H. McDaniel, C. Nestor, A. Peterson, E. Schuler, R. Shepard, A. Shields, F. Sibert, M. Thomas, K. Blickenstaff (sponsor).

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C. Bowman, C. Brock, B. Davis, P. Davis, T. Harrod, M. Ingalsbe, V. Kogei, W. Laughary, G. McCoy, J. Prium, Z. Reed, H. Spaulding, K. Townsley, T. Waeles, D. Watrous, D. Hood (head coach), V. Hood (assistant coach), C. Barrett (graduate assistant).

WOMEN’S CROSSS-COUNTRY

C. Davis, E. Fantauzzo, B. Hall, N. Megias, M. Passmore, K. Phillips, S. Reynolds, M. Smith, K. Szarzynska, S. Tabor, N. Thompson, J. Trice, J. White, D. Hood (head coach), V. Hood (assistant coach).

FOOTBALL

J. Alejo, D. Allen, K. Allen, T. Ashworth, A. Bailey, C. Batie, E. Benson, B. Berry, T. Bissell, A. Brown, A. Brown, B. Burke, A. Butler, N. Canfield, C. Carroll, D. Carroll, J. Celeste, M. Cendrick, C. Chancey, J. Citty, K. Citty, C. Clark, T. Clifton, W. Coleman, J. Copeland, C. Daniels, R. Darote, B. Delacruz, R. DeMarois, J. Duggar, G. Ennis, J. Ester, I. Faagai, G. Fitzhugh, W. Fitzhugh, R. Fox, L. Gilchrist, C. Glass, D. Hall, J. Hanson, P. Harlow, J. Harrell, C. Harrington, I. Hatter, A. Hayes, C. Headington, P. Heely, S. Helms, D. Hendricks, H. Henke, O. Henley, N. Holsinger, J. Hoppe, M. Hunt, M. Hutto, S. Inyang, C. Johnson, D. Johnson, J. Jones, B. Karikari, M. Kutch, C. Lees, I. Little, L. Mabe, J. Madding, J. Marshall, L. Masivi, M. Matthews, M. Mays, D. McAllister, K. McDonald, C. McEntire, E. McLeland, K. McNally, E. Miller, I. Miller, W. Nash, B. Okonkwo, P. Paden, L. Pate, C. Pierce, G. Price, C. Pugh, L. Ray, N. Richey, S. Robinson, D. Romberger, C. Scott, S. Sheffield, K. Shive, O. Sinclair, Z. Smith, J. Spicer, A. Toler, J. Townsdin, C. Tucker, A. Tuiono, J. Underwood, O. Walker, N. Wallace, R. Wallace, W. White, R. Wilcke, E. Williams, H. Willis, S. Wilson, T. Wilson, J. Wood, P. Simmons (head coach), T. Biglow (defensive line coach), B. Bray (fullbacks coach), K. Chism (offensive line coach), R. Mote (defensive coordinator/linebackers coach), L. Tribble, (co-defensive coordinator/special teams coordinator/defensive backs coach), M. Underwood (director of recruiting/slotbacks and wide receivers coach), K. Wheaton (volunteer offensive consultant), A. Brady (gradutate assistant coach), A. Townsend (graduate assistant), R. Washington (graduate assistant).

MEN’S GOLF

J. Croshaw, E. Dahl, T. Dallan, T. Facchini, J. Hefley, L. Maciejek, Q. Malik, T. Mellot, C. Nichols, W. Rush, E. Shukhart, S. Tandy, D. Howell (head coach), T. Lauterbach (assistant head coach).

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A. Bryan, J. Fierro, A. Martinez, J. Perry, B. Sanchez, K. Smith, S. Williamson, K. Winnings, H. Wood, D. Howell (head coach), T. Lauterbach (assistant coach), B. Alcorn (graduate assistant).

MEN’S SOCCER

D. Bowes, E. Bracy, O. Callado, A. Castano, T. Chitty, J. Curnutt, T. Guentz, P. Hmung, J. Jackson, E. Knott, D. Kubrynski, J. Lee, R. Masters, A. McKinney, J. Nitz, W. Obeid, J. Oliver, B. Patterson, G. Petousis, A. Renteria, J. Savage, T. Sterbenz, J. Terry, N. Thang, R. White, K. Wickland, J. Ireland (head coach), J. Diaz (student assistant), C. Mosley (student assistant), B. Young (student assistant).

WOMEN’S SOCCER

K. Barcenas, M. Betancur, B. Brown, S. Capitanelli, A. Cotton, M. Denny, B. Dixon, K. Drumheller, E. Easterling, S. Fawks, D. Floyd, G. Green, C. Gunn, M. Herring, V. Jones, K. Mansson, M. Massoth, M. Moore, J. Nadeau, S. Rupe, P. Smitherman, H. Sparks, G. Templeton, K. Tindel, M. Ventura, E. Welch, G. Harris (head coach), G. Beard (volunteer assistant), E. Grogan (student assistant), J. Woessner (graduate assistant).

SOFTBALL

C. Blankenship, J. Bridges, A. Bryce, A. Burch, J. Cabana, M. Chappell, E. Dwyer, B. Feringa, A. Fields, M. Fraley, E. Garrett, H. Garrett, J. Hipp, S. Hudler, A. Hyatt, H. Jones, M. Law, A. Peterson, M. Pistokache, P. Reynolds, N. Shano, L. Tanski, K. Tramel, F. Waugh, P. Berry (head coach), K. Wearden (assistant coach), H. Giorgini (graduate assistant).

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MEN’S TENNIS

B. Balassa, A. Bellan, A. de Lorenzo, G. Hansard, R. Jove, M. Mihalko, D.Ortez, M. Petrovic, D. Pierola, W. Reeves, R. Rodrigues, M. Salvan, L. Tirado, B. Walker, J. Wood, D. Redding (head coach), P. Trevino (graduate assistant).

WOMEN’S TENNIS

R. Britt, A. Carpenter, E. Carpenter, L. Carpenter, R. Evans, J. Crocker, H. Folse, A. Jenkins, R. McCrae, A. Nilsson, A. Ovcharova, L. Romero, D. Redding (head coach), J. Shaw (graduate assistant).

MEN’S TRACK AND FIELD

A. Ashmore, C. Bowman, C. Brock, D. Bush, T. Campney, D. Chaigneau, K. Chelelgo, W. Clark, N. Csokas, P. Davis, D. Douglas, B. Ferris, B. Flatt, C. Gable, F. Gaye, T. Harrod, K. Hatley, S. Helms, J. Hill, A. Hindman, M. Hipshire, M. Ingalsbe, A. Johnson, J. Jones, M. Kessler, T. Kirby, V. Kogei, W. Laughary, A. Parrish, J. Prium, Z. Reed, M. Rivera, Z. Robinson, J. Rutherford, H. Spaulding, K. Townsley, T. Valente, T. Waeles, J. Wall, D. Watrous, K. Watson, J. Zerby, D. Hood (head coach), V. Hood (assistant coach), J. Withrow (assistant coach) Amy Withrow (graduate assistant).

WOMEN’S TRACK AND FIELD

J. Akins, A. Clark, A. Clerima, A. Couey, C. Davis, J. Davis, K. Eakin, E. Fantauzzo, L. Fotus, S. Gautreaux, T. Graham, B. Hall, K. Hall, K. Hausam, T. Hilderbrandt, M. Hiteshew, T. Jackson, B. Johnson, V. Jones, M. Maples, C. Mason, M. McElroy, N. Megias, M. Miller, C. Monn, J. Morse, J. Madeau, C. Palik, L. Parker, M. Passmore, K. Phillips, A. Prentice, A. Reinert, S. Reynolds, D. Sanford, M. Sewell, L. Shell, C. Sidders, M. Smith, C. Stramrood, K. Szarzynska, S. Tabor, T. TeGrootenhuis, N. Thompson, N. Toney, J. Trice, J. White, S. White, B. Williams, D. Hood (head coach), V. Hood (assistant coach), J. Withrow (assistant coach), A. Withrow (graduate assistant).

VOLLEYBALL

K. Cowart, K. Dather, L. Hinton, C. Ingersoll, A. Johnson, K. McKinnon, S. McKinnon, C. Monn, S. Morehead, R. Pickett, A. Robin, K. Schnell, E. Smith, L. Smith, A. Stoner, E. Winiger, M. Fear (head coach), R. Fear (assistant coach).

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BOTHAM JEAN Students gather to honor the life of Botham Jean.

n Sept. 6, 2020, the Harding community gathered on the Front Lawn to remember and honor alumnus Botham Jean on the second anniversary of his death. The Student Association (SA), Black Student Association (BSA) and men’s social club Sub T-16, Jean’s former club, partnered with Rock House Ministries to hold the event “A Night of Praise, Remembrance and Unity.” Hosted by Jason Darden, instructor of Bible and ministry, the evening started with some of Jean’s favorite hymns. College community outreach minister Todd Gentry followed with a letter written by Jean’s brother, sophomore Brandt Jean. SA President senior Morgan Proffitt spoke of others from Harding who lost their lives in recent years. Proffitt said the intention behind the event was to create a space to remember Botham Jean since many current students did not have the opportunity to meet him. “I think it’s extremely important to have events where you remember people because as the years go on, less and less people on Harding’s campus will remember the specific people whose lives have been lost,” Proffitt said. “A way to ensure that they are not forgotten is by holding memorials, vigils and just more conversations about them.”

BSA President Raissa Ames encouraged the Harding community to take a stand against racial injustice. “When we take the time to remember tragic and hurtful times, it helps each participant understand one another and learn ways in which they can help improve the lives of their neighbors from then on,” Ames said. “It is not forgetting the past, but addressing it and making attempts to ensure that they do not occur again.” Next were words from Tiffany Byers, director of multicultural student services. She emphasized the importance of bringing to her attention racial injustices happening on campus. After Byers spoke, the BSA choir Justified sang “Dreaming of a City.” Finally, University President Bruce McLarty reflected on the moment he heard of Jean’s death, as well as his favorite memory of Jean. The night ended with a prayer from McLarty and a candle lighting. Junior Sub T-16 member Ty Carger attended the service along with several of his club brothers. Carger said it was beautiful to see the community recognize the truly important things in life. “I think that whatever it may be that brings us together, we as a community should get together more often and speak about love and speak about the Lord,” Carger said. Story by Darcy Sanford

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Botham Jean, 2016 alumnus, stands in front of the Original Rock House on April 30, 2014. Jean served the Searcy community on and off campus during his time at Harding. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery On Sept. 6, 2020, Jean’s longtime friend Tommy Schuler recalls memories of their time together. Schuler encouraged the audience to honor his memory by being the best they could be. | photo by Stanley Morales Sophomores Evan Morgan and Sam Stebbins pray with the rest of the attendees on Sept. 6, 2020. Prayer was vital to the ceremony. | photo by Stanley Morales

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“Race Against Time” became the first annual Communication Department Read.

ince fall 2016, Harding University had a campus-wide book that all students were encouraged to read, dubbed the “Harding read.” It became the theme for the year and various chapels. In fall 2020, the Department of Communication announced their own read, “Race Against Time” by Jerry Mitchell. The book captured the stories of four civil rights era cold cases and how KKK members were brought to justice. Having “Race Against Time” as the department read provided Harding’s Communication Department the opportunity to speak up about injustices in their community and beyond. “I love teaching in this department because we get to teach theories, in a spiritual context, behind the daily practices of people in all walks of communication,” Associate Professor and Chair of the Communication Department Laurie Diles said. “I read ‘Race Against Time’ this past summer, and was totally on board when Dr. Jack Shock, Dr. Jim Miller, Mrs. April Fatula and other faculty members suggested having a department read.” The department’s theme in 2020 was “Community.” “This community is my favorite thing about working at Harding,” said Distinguished Professor of Communication Jack Shock. “Since Jerry’s book came out earlier this year, I knew that I wanted to use his text as the first ever Department of Communication read. Jerry’s book addresses everything we hold dear. Justice. Peace. Reconciliation. Our goal in the Department of Communication is to allow these principles to guide our inquiry.”

On Sept. 8th, the Communication Department invited Mitchell and Reena Evers-Everette, daughter of civil rights activist Medger Evers, to visit campus and lecture exclusively to Communication students about their department read. They both pulled from their experiences and material from the book to emphasize how important it is for students to find their voice. “The more you can write with authority as opposed to guesswork, the more authentic you will be,” Mitchell said. Evers-Everette’s connection to the book through her father brought the conversation to a new level. “How do you own a positive engagement in humanity?” she asked. “You become uncomfortable.” Later that night, Mitchell spoke at the American Studies Institute Distinguished Lecture Series where he was given an Honorary Doctorate of Law by University President Bruce McLarty. “I hope ‘Race Against Time’ outrages students and inspires them,” Mitchell said. “Despite the passage of time, these families kept fighting for justice; they never gave up. I hope that the younger generations can learn the horrors of the past so that our nation never must see a repeat of such hate, such vitriol and such violence. I hope that younger generations can lead us to a brighter future because we are willing to love our neighbor as ourselves, to love and care for the least of these.”

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Jerry Mitchell’s “Race Against Time,” the department read for Communication students, is displayed in front of the Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication on Sept. 30, 2020. The book encouraged Harding’s Communication students to initiate hard conversations about race, justice and truth. | photo by Madison Meyers

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Talking with the author. Jerry Mitchell addresses the crowd on Sept. 8th, 2020. Mitchell encouraged Harding’s students to lend their voices to the fight for justice.

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HEADQUARTERS HU16 covers the 2020 presidential election.

s the 2020 political season reached its climax, HU16 was tasked with covering an election night unlike any before it. To ensure the show ran as smoothly as possible, a team of “Live at Five” veterans came up with pre-recorded content, which included interviews with Arkansas politicians, and streamed live updates on-site at the White County election commission office. The team was led by producer Abagail Rezentes, director Jordan Crisco, and beat reporter Ethan Brazell. Crisco’s first task was to assign reporters to go and get interviews. Before Nov. 3, Brazell recorded his conversations with six Arkansas politicians. “I got to interview two people running for city council: Chris Howell and Davis Threlkeld,” Brazell said. “I interviewed Rodney Govens who’s running for this house district, I interviewed Joyce Elliot who’s running for the United States House of Representatives, Rickey Harrington who was running for United States Senate against Tom Cotton, and I got to talk with French Hill a little bit too.” After interviews were received and edited, the live work began. “We decided that we could do cut-ins on Facebook and broadcast them,” said associate professor of communication Dr. Ginger Blackstone. “It was very easy to use our existing set up, pump it to Facebook, and have Mark Prior pull up the Facebook page and broadcast it. We were covered on multi-platforms that way.” On the site, the team started off with live updates of polling numbers. “We knew they were going to, at some point, begin the night by reading

off the early voting and absentee ballot numbers,” Blackstone said. “They weren’t allowed to announce those numbers until polls closed at 7:30, so there were certain things we had squared away-interviews and other things like that.” The team said their biggest challenge was maintaining the balance between live updates, pre-recorded packages and unscripted reporting. In between live updates, Brazell ad libbed whatever issue was most prevalent at the time. “We would do cut-ins at the top and bottom of the hour; we really used Ethan to drive a lot of that,” Blackstone said. “There were times where we were really stretching Ethan. There was one cut that I want to say was over half an hour, and a lot of it was not scripted.” Brazell wasn’t the only one going off script that night. The whole team had to do a lot off the cuff. “With a live production, you have to be extremely flexible,” Rezentes said. “Something is always going to be different than you expect. Things were changing, and we had to be adaptable.” Crisco echoed Rezentes’s embrace of change. “It’s amazing how even though we have a constant influx of new people and people leaving, we continually get better, and I think that’s a testament to Ginger and Mark and some of the older people who are still here,” Crisco said. “We take what we did wrong and fix it, and keep riding the wave, getting a little better every time.”

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Ethan Brazell reports on election night Nov. 3, 2020. Students had the opportunity to practice reporting national news. | photo courtesy of HU16 Sarah Hickerson serves as a news anchor for HU16 during the presidential election. Student reporters balanced live updates with pre-recorded content. | photo courtesy of HU16

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INTRAMURALS ARE HERE TO STAY Intramural sports continue amid new safety guidelines.

lthough University athletics were postponed in fall 2020, intramural and club sports continued. In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Harding shifted all intramural sports outside. The fall schedule included softball, soccer, flag football, a new coed sand volleyball tournament and some additional weekend games. While players were allowed to compete without facial coverings, as determined by Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, spectators were instructed to wear masks and remain six feet apart while watching games. Tom Ritchie, director of recreation programs, said as soon as they heard students would be returning to campus, conversations arose discussing how to keep intramural and club sports around safely. In addition to spectators wearing masks and keeping their distance, Harding implemented weekend tournaments to minimize travel. “Because of COVID, we want to keep everybody on campus as much as possible,” Ritchie said. “So if we provide activities, we are hoping that people will stay around.” Not only did Ritchie say he was excited to be adding weekend tournaments again like in the past, but staying on campus would help build a safer community for our faculty and students.

Sixteen teams signed up to play coed sand volleyball, which Ritchie said would be a popular sport. Additionally, moving all sports outside helped reduce the spread of sickness and opened new opportunities for students. Ritchie said he believed the sand volleyball courts were underused until these changes were made. Sophomore athletic director for the women’s social club Ko Jo Kai Jordan Huffman said she thought the new guidelines would help the campus stay safe as long as students followed them. “If we follow the guidelines, yes, I do think it will help,” Huffman said. “We’re following the guidelines, and, really, everyone I see is doing what they’re told.” Huffman was excited to see everyone having the opportunity to keep doing what they love while staying safe. Senior athletic director for men’s social club Sub T-16 Reid Pace said he was excited for the changes, new opportunities and ways to continue playing sports despite the numerous changes made on campus. “I’m just happy that we’re playing sports,” Pace said. “I’m happy that everything is, seemingly, going as normal.”

story by Ava Galyean

Ready, SET, go! Intramural volleyball players pass the ball on Sept. 8, 2020. Students were able to socialize as a community during intramural sports. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Sophomore Caden Burks makes a play on the soccer field Sept. 8, 2020. Cheering fans supported players from the sidelines. | photo by Stanley Morales Sophomore Derek Jobe maneuvers around sophomore Andrew Thompson Sept. 8, 2020. Intramural sports offered a way for students to continue competing. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Art from the heart! Sophomore Braydon Letsinger stands in front of his artwork Sept. 1, 2020 in the McInteer Bible and World Missions Center. He spent the summer working on the four larger-than-life paintings, and received praise for them on campus. | photo by Stanley Morales

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Sophomore Braydon Letsinger wins the McInteer art contest.

n spring 2020, Harding University’s Aesthetics Committee was created for the purpose of bringing beauty to the McInteer Bible and World Missions Center. During a time of isolation, students were given the opportunity to contribute their talents in the form of an art competition. When the Provost Office asked Mac Sandlin, assistant professor of bible and ministry, what they could do for the Bible department, Sandlin suggested an aesthetic addition to the McInteer building. Dr. Monte Cox, dean of the College of Bible and Ministry, agreed and introduced the idea of creating the Aesthetics Committee. The committee consisted of Dr. Kevin Youngblood, Dr. Jim Bury, Tessa Davidson and Cade Williams. “We should do something to make our spaces more beautiful to honor God in that way,” Sandlin said. The first project was a contest that aimed to connect the students and faculty in the departments of Bible, theology, and art and design. The designs were to be a series of four large art pieces, 4 feet by 5 feet, inspired by the four evangelists’ creatures: winged man, lion, ox and eagle. In summer 2020, the committee carefully looked at each submission and decided which would be hung in the McInteer. Sophomore Braydon Letsinger was the chosen artist and was awarded $1,500 for his work. “It was a really fulfilling experience,” Letsinger said. “I hope that it set a good precedent and more people are excited to try it out.”

Each painting had a creature at the centerfold of the canvas in black and white, while the backgrounds were painted with designs and colors. During the design process, Letsinger considered the symbology of every aspect— from the connotation of the vibrant colors such as the red color of the ox, representing the Gospel of Luke and Jesus’ humanity and sacrifice; to the historical context of the bodies with a halo around their heads. Even the patterns of the background referred to the structure of each Gospel account. Letsinger said he put the time and effort into these pieces to ensure every detail of the paintings had a purpose and reflected the glory of God. “I was drawn to how Braydon juxtaposed the black and white imagery with the exploding abstract patterns and vibrant colors,” Davidson said. “It reminds me of how when we read the Gospels, we may be reading black ink and white pages of ancient text, but scripture has the power to continually transform and color our world from the inside out. The paintings brought life to the McInteer building and started conversations among students as the committee had hoped. “The goal is to have something that is of quality and size such as Braydon’s so that every classroom in the McInteer has a unique and interesting piece of art,” Sandlin said. “Students will no longer say, ‘Oh, I’m in Room 233.’ Students would say, ‘Oh, I’m in the Prophets room,’ or ‘I’m in the Gospels room.’”

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Take your pick! Senior Candace Grace engages with junior Addison Boyle as she displays her products in the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Business Building on Nov. 17, 2020. Grace sold handmade earrings and custom prints at the HU-Ville Holiday Showcase. | photo courtesy of John David Stewart Senior Jacob Reynolds talks to an attendee in the J.E. and L. E. Mabee Business Building on Nov. 17, 2020. The showcase made students acquainted with new peers and business owners from the Harding community. | photo courtesy of Emily Hook

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The College of Business Administration promotes student entrepreneurs.

he Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration (COBA) hosted an event for students who owned small businesses to promote their products before the student body left for winter break in November of 2020. COBA searched for ways to advocate for entrepreneurs during a challenging semester. Due to COVID-19, community building was difficult in fall 2020. To combat the trials of the fall semester, COBA hosted an event titled HU-Ville Holiday Showcase. Eighteen students participated in the event hosted in the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Business building to boost awareness for their small businesses. COBA invited students to reserve a booth and display their businesses. Senior Sally Roach set up her booth to display her earring business, which she started in September 2020. “My favorite thing was to see so many students and teachers supporting their peers,” Roach said. “I loved seeing so many of my peers support me.” Senior Maddy Byrd promoted her jewelry business, BYRD, at the showcase. The HU-Ville Holiday Showcase brought awareness to her new social media outlets, which led to an increase in sales during the holidays.

“It was fun to interact with other businesses and learn their tips and tricks for growing their own place within the market, and even gain a new customer exposure experience,” Byrd said. After promoting his workout business AMT Fitness for four months, senior Toni Montez used his booth to promote his website, workout app and personalized fitness plans. “I think it was great for getting my brand name out,” Montez said. “Running this business has helped me learn how to better communicate with others, create systems and build relationships.” The HU-Ville Holiday Showcase was a success and opened the door for more events to promote the students who were looking to boost their businesses. “I’m thankful for the HU Waldron Center and the support they’ve given me and many other student owned businesses,” Montez said. “It has inspired me to try my best in my business endeavors and has driven me to pursue different avenues of the business.” The students who participated in the event saw an increase in their revenue and sales. Both COBA and the small business owners hoped to have more opportunities to showcase their accomplishments in the future. story by Sophia Toth

Sophomore Matthew Maynard, senior Bryson Gentry and juniors Ethan Day and Cole Williamson gather at the HU-Ville Holiday Showcase in the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Business Building on Nov. 17, 2020. The event raised up entrepreneurs. | photo courtesy of Emily Hook Junior Kendra Neill’s art booth displays her work at the HU-Ville Holiday Showcase in the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Business Building on Nov. 17, 2020. Neill sold frames, pictures, and postcards using pictures she took while abroad.| photo courtesy of Kendra Neill

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On the write track! Seniors Marisa Pesina, Averie Womack, Becky Kartak and Olivia Burnett sit with Volume III of “Shapes and Names” on Jan 29, 2021. Inclusion in the journal was an honor and reward for winners of the Jo Cleveland Writing Contest. | photo by Madison Meyer

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Penning erfectio P N The Jo Cleveland Writing Contest publishes student writing.

ince 1966, the English Language and Literature department provided an opportunity for writers and creatives to submit their works to the Jo Cleveland Writing Contest. Cleveland, its namesake, was a Harding professor known for her passion for teaching writing and literature. Cleveland retired in 1982, but her legacy endured through the contest. Fifty four years later, the contest attracted a wide spectrum of writers and creatives. If it was a short story, poem or screenplay, it was eligible for submission. Professor and Chair of the English Department Terry Engel said that in addition to English majors, students from other departments were encouraged to participate. “The contest is open to any enrolled Harding undergraduate, regardless of major,” Engel said. “Over the years, students from a variety of majors have won the contest.” Cash prizes and publication in the English department’s literary journal “Shapes and Names” were among the rewards for the winning writers, as well as recognition of their work by professors and peers. For this reason, professors who taught those classes did not judge the submissions. Judges came from across the Harding community. Senior Marisa Pesina was a winner of the contest and a co-editor of the 2021 issue of “Shapes and Names.” Pesina said the contest allowed students to have a safe space to submit their creative work. “I think it does a great job of recognizing and celebrating the talent of the students in a way that goes beyond the walls of the classroom,” Pesina said. Winners had their works published in the annual journal, which was run by Assistant Professor of English Russell Keck and student

editors. Senior Olivia Burnett participated in the contest and was chosen as co-editor for the journal in 2020. “I know how much it means to a writer to see their work in print, so it’s an honor to be involved in that process and to get to help people tell their stories,” Burnett said. Burnett’s position with the journal was her first editorial experience, and it proved to be a memorable experience. “We really wanted the journal to be something our contributors would be proud of,” Burnett said. “Dr. Keck was also really great to work with, and he made the whole process more enjoyable.” Under Keck’s supervision, the student editorial team gained practical experience in publishing and editing before entering the professional field. “I am excited to have a hands-on experience where I can exercise all that I have learned in my time as an English major and to be given a space to place those skills alongside my creative ideas,” Pesina said. Engel said that as a creative writing professor, the contest was rewarding. “The winners typically have put long hours into drafting, revision and workshopping, and publication is a reward for that hard work,” Engel said. “Having read many undergraduate literary publications over the years, I believe that the work being published by the Harding University English Department ranks well among undergraduates across the country.” story by Annesly Young

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PIPERS SHIFT PLATFORMS

Pied Pipers alter performances to comply with COVID-19 guidelines.

ince 1989, the children’s improvisational group Pied Pipers spread joy and broadened the imaginations of their audiences through interactive performances. With COVID-19 mandates on campus in fall 2020, the group’s intimate nature made continuing a daunting task. They decided the show must go on. As the last active Pied Piper group left on a major Christian campus, an expectant audience to perform for was not their only concern; Harding’s troupe had a legacy to continue. The Pipers’ success came from relationships, whether those were with the children they performed for or their fellow Pipers. “Pipers are a family,” sophomore Piper Matthew Floyd said. “We share not only the love of entertaining, but a deeper love connection through Jesus.” Dottie Frye, a veteran in the world of children’s theatre, understood how important those relationships were. In an attempt to stay connected to their community, the Pipers recorded 3-5 minute performances to post on their Facebook page. “We’ve even reached out to vintage Pipers, old members from way back in the day, and some of them have sent in songs or stories to put into the video as well,” Frye said. “I always tell them, ‘once a Piper, always a Piper,’ even if they can’t fit into their suit.” In the time of virtual performances, additions like the vintage Piper cameos were included, but the main Piper show format remained the same. “It’s kind of like The Wiggles,” sophomore Piper Morgan Haught said. “We start with a Piper song. Each song is unique, and every single year we make up our own choreography to them. Afterwards, we have our Piper greetings, and then we move from there. We have rhythms that we do, stories that we do, and we always end the show with a song. We can have multiple songs and stories in each show; it’s different every time.” The condensed video versions of the normal show and the absence of a live crowd’s energy changed the routine, but the two most important aspects of the show remained: imagination and authenticity. story by Zach Bishop

Our minds are poppin’! Matthew Floyd does a magic trick on the Pipers’ Facebook page on May 25, 2020. The group’s social media presence was vital for their continuation. | photo courtesty of Pied Piper’s Facebook Account

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Frye said the Pied Pipers’ main goal was to spark children’s imaginations. “There’s no right or wrong way to be a tree, or a monkey, or an elephant; it’s just our imagination,” Frye said. The Facebook content inspired creativity in the children who logged on, which is the same result that a live show would have yielded. As long as the children benefited from seeing the Pipers’ love and creativity on the screen, the difficulties and uncertainty were worth it. “You can’t pretend in front of a child,” Frye said. “If the relationships aren’t genuine or the joy isn’t genuine, the children know.” Knowing the group’s ability, however, the troupe’s leader had faith in them. “They will see a group that loves children—a group that loves each other,” Frye said.

Sophomores Morgan Haught and Matthew Floyd, Dottie Frye, and senior Timothy Holloway stack up for a photo on Oct. 4, 2020. With only three Pipers on the roster, these students were pivotal for continuing the group’s legacy.| photo by Stanley Morales

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Students for Life revives under female leadership.

n the fall 2020 semester, juniors Sierra Endsley and Sarah Hickerson and seniors Carys Martin and Meghan Hickerson revived Harding University’s Students for Life, a club aimed to protect human life to natural death. The club began in 2016, but had a slow start that led to its repeated dissolvement over the years. Endsley, Martin, Meghan Hickerson and Sarah Hickerson noticed the club trailing off and decided to revive its efforts. The four women made a collective effort to reach out to associate professor of English Dr. Nick Boone, Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students Zachary Neal, and University President Bruce McLarty to become an active group on the University’s campus. As the club took off, the four officers made themselves known in the Harding community. “We only want to speak the truth in love and show acceptance in compassion for all people, no matter where they come from because that is what Jesus himself did,” Martin said. “We plan to support single mothers, children’s homes, adoption agencies and foster homes. Sierra, the president, has contacted the national representatives for Arkansas and Missouri for Students for Life, and they’ve helped us with further ideas on what our club can do and how to be recognized as an official Students for Life club.” The club officers sought ways to educate the Harding community on anti-abortion issues and ways to address the sensitive topics in a Christ-like manner. “I think the club has a role to play on this campus because we all can be better educated on life issues,” Boone said. “I would like for the club to take the lead in making and keeping students and faculty aware of what is happening in the world around us with life issues: abortion, euthanasia and suicide. Boone was involved with Students for Life since its founding in 2016. “I follow the lead of the students, helping them succeed in whatever they want to accomplish with the club,” Boone said. With high hopes for the revival of the club, the officers made plans to remain on campus for a long time to educate others about how to be active in helping life issues in a Christian way. “We are planning on having Students for Life be set up for a long time,” Hickerson said. “We are so excited for the next couple years, and we have prayed earnestly that the Lord will put it on the hearts of those at Harding to continue the good work once we graduate. We want to have open, loving conversations with those who disagree with us and better help them understand why we are promoting the pro-life movement.” story by Sophia Toth

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Joining together... Sophomore Gray Gurganus, Zach Browning, junior Sarah Hickerson and senior Meghan Hickerson stand in prayer on Nov. 10, 2020. The club was revived in fall 2020. | photo by Madison Meyer

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ROTC cadets walk together in the field on Nov. 8, 2020. ROTC catalog courses allowed cadets to get University credit toward a minor. | photo by Stanley Morales

CATALOG COMEBACK

ROTC program approved for inclusion in fall 2020 catalog.

n February 2020, the Harding administration approved the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program to have its classes and minor, Military Strategic Studies, added to the fall 2020 course schedule. The last time the University incorporated ROTC in its curriculum was in 1993. That fall, Harding introduced two ROTC business management courses, which could be taken at either the University of Arkansas in Little Rock or the University of Central Arkansas. Shawn Fisher, ROTC Liason, said adding on-site classes in the Harding catalog on campus was a long process. The last time ROTC appeared in the school catalog was in the 2001-02 school year. Students commuted to Conway until classes were offered at Arkansas State University in Beebe (ASUB). Fisher said Harding had arrangements to have ROTC courses on campus in 2014, when there was enough interest to bring instructors on campus. “We are still in partnership with [ASUB], in that our instructors at Harding are also the instructors at ASU,” Fisher said. Senior Ethan Bond, a cadet in Harding’s ROTC program, said it was difficult to register for classes through a different school and continually transfer credits. “There are always payment issues because it was always difficult for the Army to pay two separate schools,” Bond said. “So now that everything is through Harding, it’s a lot more streamlined.”

Senior Jessica Bond, another cadet in Harding’s ROTC program, said the program was difficult to find, especially because classes were not in the catalog. “Oftentimes we’d end up scheduling classes at Harding during our ROTC class, so we’d have to have a separate class time,” Bond said. Jessica Bond said for the fall 2020 semester, students could add ROTC classes to their schedules like any other class, so there was no longer any confusion. For the first time, any student who took an ROTC class took it through Harding exclusively, and students could earn the new minor. Fisher said the minor provided a place for the skills learned in the ROTC classes to apply if a student decided they did not want to join the military in the middle of the program. Captain Chance Hall, one of two ROTC professors at Harding, said they wanted to be officially on the catalog for some time, and they are in the catalog now because the program proved its reciprocation of Harding values. He said ROTC at Harding cultivated faith based leaders who would go all over the world. “We uphold the same values,” Hall said. “We are a community of mission.”

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Ready to roll... ROTC cadets stand together in uniform on Nov. 8, 2020. Cadets wore masks when gathered to prevent the spread of COVID-19. | photo

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The Thundering Herd plays music safely with specialized masks.

s the Department of Music prepared for students to return in fall 2020, department leadership brainstormed how the instrumentalists would rehearse and perform to safely comply with COVID-19 guidelines. Associate professor of music Cynthia Carrell set her vision toward creating a mask that would allow students to play instruments in a safe environment. Carrell said, initially, everyone in the professional community agreed it was not safe to play at all. However, Carrell found that she could create a bell cover for the instrument, so the students’ droplets would be stopped but the sound would not suffer. Carrell enlisted help and hand made bell covers for every instrument that required it. “I had fabric and instructions made for everybody, and they made them and sent them in,” Carrell said. “Then, I used the Cricut to make labels for them.” Along with the cover, Carrell also created specialized masks for the instrumentalists that had an opening wide enough for the student to use the mouthpiece. The students were required to wear the mask at all times, as it was designed to minimize droplets from traveling when the students moved the instrument to and from their mouth. There was a learning curve to adjust to using the mask and following safety guidelines during rehearsals, explained junior mellophone player Erin Fouss. “Normally, you wouldn’t think twice about emptying the spit from your instrument right where you are,” Fouss said. “Now, we have to go away from the ensemble to do this to prevent any transfer of the disease if it is present.” Additionally, the masks inhibited the normal deep breath musicians were accustomed to, and condensation became a problem. However, the players powered through these setbacks. “We all wish that our circumstances were more normal, but the band has been following the guidelines willingly and well in an effort to stay together on campus,” junior percussionist Maddie Hale said. In an attempt to both reward the band for their diligence in following COVID-19 guidelines and provide the campus with positive energy, the Thundering Herd Marching Band put on socially distanced stand-and-play performances for several weeks on the Front Lawn. “The role that the band plays on campus is that of school spirit, pumping up the crowd as well as creating a positive atmosphere on campus,” Thundering Herd Director Eric Colgrove said. “We hope that our performances might make things still feel normal, or at least some sense of normal on campus.” Sophomore flute player Abi Schliffka said times like these encouraged people to renew their spirits through music. “Even though the masks are not the most attractive or heat-resistant attire, God still blessed us with the privilege of coming together and being a part of something so rewarding and life changing,” Schliffka said. “COVID-19 may have the power to change how the music department runs rehearsals, but it does not have the power to silence it completely.” story by Darcy Sanford and

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Hear the thunder! Senior Andrew Lanning and junior Blake Stout pump energy into a band cheer Sept. 18, 2020. Six feet of distance could not stop the band from invigorating the campus during their Front Lawn concerts. | photo by Madison Meyer The band shows off their size and sound on Sept. 18, 2020. Even with the bell coverings on, students heard the group from as far away as the Honors House. | photo by Madison Meyer Sophomore Zach Bishop, senior Spenser Savage, junior Cameron Maupin and junior Garrett Rowlett read music during band practice Oct. 2, 2020. The drumline utilized standard masks and social distancing. | photo by Stanley Morales

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ConversatioN tatio S N The Student Association starts conversations during the 2020-21 school year.

n fall 2020, Harding University’s Student Association (SA) announced “Conversation” as the theme of the school year. The theme’s objective was to understand others through intentional conversation. “Conversation is something very important for human beings,” International Committee Representative senior Keneth Chelelgo said. “Getting to go through the cultural differences and getting to understand other people is tied down to having conversations, and the SA has been motivating people trying to talk about it, engaging conversation in order to prevent misconceptions about other people.” Because social distancing and masks changed the nature of conversation in 2020, the SA decided it was even more crucial for the year. “Conversation has been vital this school year, considering all of the wild and difficult things we have all had to struggle through,” Sophomore Female Representative Grace Winfree said. “From the coronavirus to a presidential election to race relations, we need to be talking about these issues together because that will be our only way to get through them. Some of these things were hard to talk

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about, but creating conversation made an outlet for those necessary discussions to occur.” SA President senior Morgan Proffitt believed social distancing and masks forced students to be more intentional with their conversations. She noted that while it may be an opportunity to be surface-level during conversations, it took more effort to talk to someone through a mask six feet away. Students were asked to choose intentionality in relationships and in conversations. “I believe that making conversation is one of the best ways to create relationships and change,” Proffitt said. “While it might be easy to check out and choose to be far from the heart of campus, I want to encourage you to recognize that you, as students, are the heart of campus.” Proffitt added that she believed real change could come from more intentional conversations, even behind a mask. “I pray we can recognize the blessing and opportunity it is to to be with the people we love, even if not in in the way most ideal to us,” Proffitt said. story by Ellie Shelton

Keep it going... SA President Morgan Proffitt speaks at the Conversation on Race hosted by the SA and BSA. The SA focused on conversation in 2021. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Focus! Junior Sierra Endsley stands for her induction into the American Studies Insitute. Induction ceremonies were held outside to accomodate COVID-19 guidelines. | photo courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Generating ideas... Assistant Professor of Communication Lori Sloan works with the Pivot team in the Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication on Feb. 2, 2021. Sloan’s years of expertise in the marketing world assisted the team. | photo by Stanley Morales Pivot members Paris Kypke, Elizabeth Rush, Kali Dennis, and Jake Ward work on a project. The Department of Communication rebranded their advertising agency earlier this year. | photo by Stanley Morales

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PIVOT The Department of Communication rebrands their advertising agency.

he Department of Communication rebooted their advertising agency in fall 2020. The agency was originally named Hoofprints by former Assistant Professor Emeritus Steve Shaner in the fall of 2018. On Oct. 5, 2020, it was approved for a rebrand by Department Chair Laurie Diles and Associate Professor of Communication Jim Miller. It was renamed Pivot Creative Studio (Pivot) and became a useful tool for the Harding community. The agency extended their services with a mission to provide organizations with fresh strategies and innovative perspectives that assist clients in reaching their branding goals. Pivot was created to give Communication students real-life experience working with clients. They provided graphic design, photography, video production, branding, media distribution, print advertising and broadcast advertising. The studio also extended their services to Searcy, Little Rock and other surrounding Arkansas cities and companies. Pivot was run through a senior Integrated Marketing Communications capstone class that was a part of an Advertising Campaigns course. At the start of its creation, Shaner hand-picked the students he felt would be an asset to the agency, Assistant Professor of Communication Lori Sloan said. They had some students stay involved in the agency the following year for the transition into a new advisor.

“We hope to keep the continuity by utilizing any current students in Hoofprints and giving them an opportunity to still work in the agency in the spring for more experience, but not for course credit,” Sloan said. Their goal for the future was to continue the work Shaner began. “We came together as a group and decided that our hope is to make Hoofprints more universal so that it can continue to be something for future Harding students for years and years to come,” senior advertising major Vaughn Kypke said. With four students enrolled in fall 2020, there was an even distribution of strategy building and creative roles. The students involved in Pivot said they were excited to build on the agency Shaner began, and they hoped to make it even more well-known while retaining valuable real-life experience. “It is a unique opportunity for all of us to be able to sit with our professor and just brainstorm for two and a half hours about our projects,” senior advertising major Jessica Woessner said. “For colleges our size and bigger, there are not very many groups where you can have your opinion or your voice actually make such a big change, and I think that is very cool.” story by Britty Gist

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WHAT’S GOODY? The Student Association and Harding Carr College of Nursing prepares goody bags for those in isolation and quarantine.

ith fluctuating COVID-19 numbers, the Student Association (SA) and the Harding Carr College of Nursing (HCCN) provided gifts to those in isolation and quarantine. The SA made and distributed goody bags in response to a spike in COVID-19 cases in October 2020, while the HCCN started in early November 2020. “I personally was in quarantine soon after we made these bags, and I was brought one of the bags for myself,” SA President senior Morgan Proffitt said. “It was a really funny and ironic turn of events, of course, but I really appreciated getting a little care package during a time that was hard.” The SA took about 10 bags to each of the dorms every two weeks, along with putting a large box of them in Kendall Hall. The bags included snacks, an SA button, a link to prayer requests and a craft. The HCCN provided snacks such as crackers, granola bars and candy, as well as an encouraging note to let students know that they were being thought of.

SA members assemble gift bags on Jan. 27 2021. Gift bags included items such as Goldfish crackers, fruit snacks and letters of encouragement. | photo by Chantel Ceasar

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Associate Professor of Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner Program Director Dona Clarin said that many faculty and staff from the HCCN and a Cloverdale Church of Christ member provided the money and materials for the goody bags. Dona Clarin and sophomore Alexiz Clarin were in charge of assembling all 175 bags and distributing them to those in quarantine and isolation. She said it was a big undertaking, but it was worth it to help out. “Any act of kindness is a good thing,” Clarin said. The goody bags proved to be a simple way to help quarantined and isolated students get through a difficult time. “I thought it was really cool that our school was making an effort to be aware of the mental health of the students in isolation,” junior Madie Hale said. “They reminded us that even though we are separated physically, we aren’t really alone.” story by Britty Gist

Grab a goody! Snacks and treats are gathered for goody bags. Gifts were delivered to students in quarantine. | photo by Chantel Ceasar

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ALL MISSIONS FELLOWSHIP Row 1: A. Westbrook, A. Richter, W. Robbins, E. Robbins Row 2: B. Tankersley, O. Tankersley Row 3: B. Stout, M. Crowson, T. Burdette

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGN Row 1: A. Stinnett, C. Ockey, A. Guajardo Row 2: A. Abbott, M. Williams, K. Howell, E. Ericson Row 3: J. Lewis, H. Burmeister, R. Dennis

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE

Row 1: S. Keyser, R. Hill, C. Starck, M. Haught, M. Black Row 2: E. Hendrix, J. Johns, M. Haught, M. Emlaw, S. De La Rosa, L. Masteller Row 3: N. Emlaw, E. Dillard, W. Shirel, M. Starks

AMERICAN STUDIES DISTINGUISHED STUDENTS Row 1: M. Cobb, H. Montgomery, M. Weaver, N. Hernbeck, M. Golden, J. Rowe, C. Swede, K. Heyen, E. Kirkman, S. Sims, E. Nixon, E. Johnson, E. Horton

ASSOCIATION FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS Row 1: E. Jackson, C. Starck, J. Stewart, E. Gardner, M. Arauz, C. Nunnally Row 2: N. McFarland, D. Pipkin, J. Faith, Z. Ballard, J. Tomlinson, T. Stewart

BAJA CLUB Row 1: S. Smith, B. Wornock, A Quintero, K. Miller, A. Wolf, B. Bishop, L. Thomas, Z. Charette, D. Breezeel, L. DenBraber, R. Hawkins, J. Townsden, C. Payne, R. Wells

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BELLES & BEAUX Row 1: L. Jones, A. Montgomery, H. Montgomery, A. Varner, N. Vaughn, C. Hicks, B. Ridenour, M. Brasher, J. Lopez, S. Knabe Not Pictured: R. Brackney

BISON NEWSPAPER Row 1: C. Birdwell, M. Scott, E. Jones, A. Jackson, M. Gianferante, T. Davis Row 2: A. Fatula, N. Pope, R. Beckham, K. Allen, O. Scott, E. Akins, A. Cicco, G. Huff Row 3: I. Cutts, E. Kirkman, J. Stewart, E. Johnson, R. Gallagher, C. Palmer

BLACK STUDENT ASSOCIATION Row 1: N. Pope, T. Peveler Row 2: B. Okaí, R. Ames Not pictured: O. Idlebird

CAMPUS PLAYERS

Row 1: J. Hankins, A. Lightfoot, C. Chisum, C. Hoofman, O. Reynolds, K. Coffey, J. Holman, J. Hall, E. Dillard, V. Warren II Row 2: D. Samuelson, H. Wolfe, E. Cantwell, B. Bishop, M. Fry, J. Sharteen, K. Montgomery, S. Bacon Row 3: S. Fish, D. Hill, S. Elliott, C. Hull, N. Stevenson, M. Wiffmeyer, L. Marshall, T. Marshall

CHAMBER SINGERS

Row 1: J. Moses, J. Carrell, E. Myhan, L. Harper Row 2: C. Overman, M. Hook, H. Miller, Z. Smith, J. Hodge, H. Montgomery, M. Garner Row 3: K. Neill, F. Smith, S. Hayes, M. Craig, T. Ghent, C. Drew

CHORUS MWF

Row 1: M. May, J. Fields, M. Gaines, C. Overman, S. Balentine, M. Brasher, H. Miller Row 2: B. Ritchie, L. Jones, E. Marshall, A. Hawkins, E. Parker, C. Statton, J. Bridges, V. Lowery Row 3: N. McFarland, J. Williams, J. Moses, C. Arnold, K. Neill, H. Bailey, C. Ashley, K. Bowman, M. Kreh

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Row 1: K. Neill, O. Carroll, F. Waugh, Z. Powers, Z. Smith, A. Blakenship, E. Fauss Row 2: E. Prestin, Z. Bishop, G. Rawlett, M. Hook, J. Carden, L. Harper, A. Robinson, E. Givens, E. Hayner Row 3: L. Huddleston, T. Ghent, C. Drew, S. May, L. Bowman, B. Howard, A. Bates, K. Neill

CONCERT CHOIR

Row 1: O. Long, M. Black, G. Clayton, A. Holcomb, S. De La Rosa, A. Smoot, K. Harrington, S. Berry, S. Gaskins, A. Westbrook, G.Lee, E. Dillard Row 2: S. Neely, C. Mitchell, A. Asplund, K. Ruiz, H. Logsdon, M. Marcum, M. Prater, A. Furby, J. Goodwin, G.Stilley, K. Lewallen, H. Mohie, A. Neal, S. Shirel Row 3: C. Turner, S. Smith, R. Hurt, S. Dooley, L. Derr, B. Floyd, M. Kiffmeyer, A. Carlton, S. McClaran, C. Cameron, D. De León, S. Knabe, S. Hall, T. Ghent Row 4: B. Stout, B. Brock, D. Cumberland, M. Craig, K. Johnson, M. Hailey, J. Hodge, C. Pennington, C. Butler, S. Kerr, M. Riggs Row 5: D. Garton, E. Podner, N. Warford, C. Rody, J. Samuel, M. Starks, C. Martin, K. Dillard, T. Mahlangu, T. Holloway, R. Wallace, D. Risser Not Pictured: J. Bradshaw, L. Dennis, J. Hall, G. Strickland

CRIMINAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATION

Row 1: A. Holman, L. Taylor Row 2: R. Dye, B. Jones, T. Yurcho

DEBATE TEAM Row 1: M. Golden, G. Langdon, C. Lay, A. Thompson Row 2: P. Garner, K. Ream

GERDANKEN SOCIETY

Row 1: A. Pinson, C. Aaen, D. Mohan Row 2: J. Luther, A. Lawerence, J. Guajardo, M.Gutierrez

GOOD NEWS SINGERS Row 1: A. Centeno, A. McDuffie M. Gowen C. Hicks Row 2: A. Musselman, J. Nesbitt, J. Goddard, L. Treece, R. Simpson

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HEALTH SCIENCE CLUB

Row 1: M. Gooden, D. Duke, T. Stone Row 2: K. Kelton, R. Hains, A. Moyo, T. McDonald Row 3: L. North, M. Mayorga, A. Bowie, I. Randton, H. Trailer

HONORS COLLEGE

Row 1: M. Oviedo-Rodriguez, E. Bartch Row 2: E. Shelton, E. Kirkman, M. Emlaw Row 3: E. Davis J. Miller

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Row 1: Z. Bishop, M. Oviedo-Rodriguez, C. Sellers, H. Woodall, L. Bateman, B. Floyd, T. Lovell, E. Conn, C. Clevenger, E. Gardener Row 2: G. Blackstone, A. Rezentes, J. Duncan, K. Lee, H. Webb, S. Brant, M. Gianferante, M. Powers, S. Hickerson, C. Porter, C. Ashley Row 3: M. Meeks, M. Vaught, C. Davis, J. Crisco, S. Rupe, E. Brazell, C. Bullard

HARDING UNIVERSITY STUDENT SPEECH AND HEARING ASSOCIATION Row 1: A. King, L. Luster, C. Slayton E. Denson A. Mendoza, A. Cumberland, H. Conner, K. Paulhamus, H. Ceraso, H. Hutson Row 2: N. Meehan, L. Moon, L. Shuttleworth, K. Lawrence K. Mason J. Mason J. Turner Row 3: K. Stephenson, A. Lynn, M. Banks, P. Sims, K. Melton, H. Carson, S. Vick, A. Showalter, P. Simons, A. Edison Row 4: C. Burns , T. spears, N. Waller, E. Fox, C. Smith, C. Cox H. Williams, J. Fischer, A. Wisdom, H. Whittington

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Row 1: M. Oliver, J. Hollinsaid, L. Stebbins, H. Hancock, L. Cheatham, J. Galloway Row 2: J. Gilbert, K. Dennis, K. Fisher A. LaFontaine, Z. Bishop, A. Mcbride, B. Guptill, K. Ashburn Row 3: L. Sloan, M. Carter, D.Walker G. Desambourg, E. Eads, N. Bankhead, P. Cheatham

JAZZ BAND

Row 1: A. Cook, C. Maupin, S. Savage, M. Hale, A. Lanning, C. Henry, B. Stout, C. Henson, M. Brown, H. Hillier Row 2: M. Harris, B. Letsinger, S. Codara, C. Rickett

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Row 1: M. Wright, S. Ebdsley, N. Knox Row 2: K. Kelton, E. Solomon, K. Jewett

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR

Row 1: P. Reagan, J. Roberts, S. Carlton, B. Allen, R. Aday, M. Gibbs, A. Crisler Row 2: M. Smith, L. Stephens, K. Fehr, E. Henderson, E. Helpenstill, J. Whitaker, E. Weiss Row 3: M. Smith, L. Stephens, K. Fehr, E. Henderson, E. Helpenstill, J. Whitaker, E. Weiss

ORCHESTRA Row 1: J. Carden, L. Walker , A. Asplund, J. Shafer, A. Bell, K. Aston, N. Parker, K. Schmitt Row 2: M. Clegg, A. Walls, O. Long, C. Chance, S. Foust, S. Li, E. Gomez, A. Walls, D. Tatreau, E. Faulkner, A. Cleveland Row 3: E. Colgrove, E. Miller, J. Oden

PETIT JEAN YEARBOOK

Row 1: M. Meyer, R. O’pry, G. Hurt, Z. Bishop, C. Ceaser, C. Slater Row 2: J. Nash, H. Kellum, A. Pruitt, C. Shappley, H. Tubbs, C. Manor, S. Morales, K. Cooper, E. Sundermeier, K. Tritschler

PHI ALPHA THETA

Row 1: C. White, D. Moore, J. Harris, G. Green, J. Riggs, C. Porter Row 2: P. Anderson, T. Holloway, M. Kendall, E. Johnson, J. Austin

PHI SIGMA IOTA

Row 1: J. Lejano, G. Countess, D. Hutson, L. Marshall Row 2: A. Walls, J. Shockley, K. Fehr, A. King, M. Cendrick Row 3: K. Bond, T. Laman, M. Holland, G. Jones, H. Womble, J. Love, R. McCready

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PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Row 1: M. Staton, A. Allen, K. Rowe, C. Bonham, T. Marlton, A. Dollens Row 2: R. Sain, K. Till, G. Sidarous, F. El-Aya, J. Lindquist, H. Rountree, M. Hayes, S. Foster, C. Frost Row 3: G. Rowe, J. Long, C. Holmes, S. Hill, D. Tidwell, A. Moore, A. Word, M. Clark, M. Brown, K. Gagnon, M. Parsons, M. Merritt, P. Drolet, C. Walker, L. Rhodes, K. Garcia

PIED PIPERS

Row 1: T. Holloway, M. Floyd, N. Randall, T. Bailey Row 2: J. Holman, M. Haught, L. Marshall

PRE-OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Row 1: K. Keeley, K. Kelton, A. Sanders, S. Lamb, T. Stone Row 2: M. Mahan, D. Ayers, M. Lewis, E. Lewis

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Row 1: A. Fatula, C. Birdwell, B. Gist Row 2: K. Francois, E. Kirkman Row 3: S. Thornton, S. Yates, E. Sundermeirer, M. Bonham

SKY BISON

Row 1: K. Lamoureux, K. Huddleston, D. Davis Row 2: A. Harvey, A. Wilimann

STUDENT ASSOCIATION

Row 1: H. Davis, G. Winfree, A. Maguffee Row 2: B. Gentry, E. Booher, M. Proffitt Row 3: S. Stebbins, B. Saunders, K. Chelego Row 4: B. Bishop, T. Windon, E. Brazell, B. Holloway

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STUDENTS FOR LIFE

Row 1: C. Martin, M. Hickerson, C. Chambliss, A. Farley Row 2: S. Hickerson, K. Kelton, S. Endsley, C. Quattlebaum, M. Luallen Row 3: J. Rackler, R. Haines, G. Gurganus, A. Rehmel, J. Riggs, Z. Browning

STUDENTS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF MANAGEMENT

Row 1: L. Bell, K. Neal Row 2: A. Allred, K. Hutson, M. Rowland, J. Ash Row 3: M. Luke, C. Croff

THUNDERING HERD MARCHING BAND

Row 1: T. Ghent, M. Harris Row 2: K. Krejci, R. Dye, S. McClaran, M. Starks, A. Schliffa, E.Smith, H. Luscobe, D. Houser, B. Lemaster, P Todd , E. Siklosi Row 3: E. Podner, E. Jones, S. Rossitto, J. Watkins, C. Rickett, J. Price, S. Codara , O. Leach, A. Richter Row 4: E.Colgrove, C. Martin, O. Kalafarski, S. Dooley, H. Hillier, K. Ruiz, N. McClaran Row 5: M. Hale, M. Taft , G. Stilly, J. Philips , P. Abila, S. Erwin, G. Rowlett, C. Maupin, S.Savage, Z. Bishop , C. Growns Row 6: M. Brown, A. Westbrook, K. Phillips, C. Pennigton, D. Houser, F. Greene, A. Lanning, B. Stout, M. Hook, L. McNeil Not Pictured: S. Borth, F Hale, T. Evans

ULTIMATE FRISBEE

Row 1: A. Hall, S. Burdge, J. Austin , J. Mills Row 2: I. Dodds, P. Abila, J. Alston, S. May, C. Butler, M. Austin, I. Chapman, C. Quattlebaum, J. Weatherford

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Smile after the show! Senior Jada Robison smiles after an airing of HU16. Students worked behind the scenes to bring graphics and directing to life.| photo by Madison Meyer

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2021 In-person chapel resumed with students attending on either Monday, Wednesday or Tuesday, Thursday in either the George S. Benson Auditorium or the Rhodes-Reaves Fieldhouse.

We never think of a yearbook until it is right in front of us, and that is what makes it the perfect invitation. We know all along that it is coming. We know people on the staff, we have last year’s on our bookshelf and social media drops hints every so often. But we forget the excitement of holding history in our hands until the day of distribution. By then, the year is over, and there is plenty to refelct on. This yearbook invites us to do just that in its convenient, 326 page summary. The 2021 Petit Jean yearbook is an invitation to peer into the past and remember all that transpired in a year’s time. It encourages us to hold memories close, and the people we made them with closer. We have an opportunity to look back at a unique moment in time that we experienced as individuals and as a community. It is for these reasons and many more that the Petit Jean staff is excited to extend to you this invitation. May you accept it as an opportunity to remember the faces, events, and history bound between these covers. Daniel Burley Assistant Copy Editor

Spring 2021 “ Twice Upon a Time” opened to students, faculty and public.

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used to wait around for something to happen. The future seemed to stretch out before me with the grey repetition of an empty highway. Milestones, once obscure shapes in the distance, approached quickly and passed in a dull roar, the way a road disappears under the hood of a moving car. I was merely along for the ride, buckled in the backseat of life’s journey. Then 2020 arrived, and something finally happened. Actually, a lot of things happened, and I found myself wondering if I ought to have been more specific in my appeals to the universe. Rest assured, reader, this isn’t a cautionary tale against wishful thinking, though I would bet the onset of COVID-19 spooked those of us petitioning for an extended spring break. I remember when the email came through on March 12, regretfully instructing the student body to hold our horses and prepare for a remote return to the semester, until further notice. For many of us, the severity of the health crisis had not resonated. Pandemics are threatening, and threats are hard to hear. When classes resumed (reZoomed?), there was distance between members of the Harding community, and it was unfamiliar, unnatural and unwelcome. Upon our return to campus in August, reunions were reduced to eye contact and air-hugs. Seating was limited, chapel was virtual and events were cancelled. Inevitably, these disappointments filtered through my preparations for the yearbook. I asked myself, who is going to want to remember a year like this? Then the beauty of human resilience began to peek through the COVID clouds, and I heard a voice of invitation. It was my roommate, inviting me to dinner. It was my professor, inviting me to pray in her office. It was the Homecoming parade, inviting us to float; a winter storm, inviting us to throw a snowball. It was the voice of God, inviting us all to trust in Him. And so, after months of editing spreads between Plexiglas barriers, working alongside a staff of talented thinkers and challengeing my English-major mind to lose the Oxford comma, I can confidently say that we put the year in yearbook.

Red hair, green mask! Senior Brianna Allman wears a mask on March 3, 2021. COVID-19 guidelines became the new norm in the 2020-21 school year. | photo courtesy of Ashli Watson

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“Being a photographer is an invitation for me, and for everyone who sees this edition of the yearbook, to visually present moments that were captured through time. Future generations can contemplate our experiences and feel connected to us. They are invited to know and see more closely all that was done, and all those who lived.” Stanely Morales Head Photogrpaher

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“Every photograph in this book is an invitation to remember the way life was during our time here. Each picture is time frozen in place for just a moment- just a fraction of a second- but long enough to revive our memories of the times when...” Madison Meyer Assistant Photographer

“This year we all were invited to a different w ay o f l iv i ng , a n d th r o ug h my l e n s , I accepted the invitation to capture a new way of life.” Chantel Ceaser Assistant Photographer

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HOLLY TUBBS Editor-in-Chief

CAMERON SHAPPLEY Head Layout Editor

CALEB MANOR Head Copy Editor

STANLEY MORALES Head Photographer

KATIE COOPER Assitant Copy Editor

CAROLINE SLATER Assistant Copy Editor

EMILY SUNDERMEIER Social Clubs Editor

ANNESLY YOUNG PRUITT Academics Editor

GRACE HURT Leadership Editor

JAXON NASH Student Life & International Editor

KAYLEIGH TRITSCHLER Athletics Editor

HANNAH KELLUM People Editor

CHANTEL CEASER Assistant Photographer

ZACH BISHOP Organizations Editor

RILEY O’PRY Assistant Organizations Editor

MADISON MEYER Assistant Photographer

MAKENZIE HELTON Assistant Layout Editor

OLIVIA DUNN Assistant Layout Editor

DANIEL BURLEY Assistant Copy Editor

KENDRA NEILL Illustrator

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Welcome back to chapel! Chapel resumes in-person in the George S. Benson Auditorium and RhodesReaves Fieldhouse. Students attended chapel on either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday as of Feb. 8, 2021. | photos courtesy of Jeff Montgomery

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Morgan Marcum and Mackenzie Lewis take advantage of the snow day. Students enjoyed sledding near the George S. Benson auditorium. | photo courtesy of Jill Jarvis

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photo by Stanley Morales Collins Brown prepares a snowball on the front lawn. A campus-wide snowball fight was organized on Feb. 15, 2021. | photo courtesy of Jill Jarvis

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Over the course of the 2020-21 school year, Student Publications tracked the active cases of COVID-19 and number of quarantined students. The cases reached their hightest number in Oct. 2020. | graphic courtesy of John David Stewart

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COLOPHON “Invitation” is the 97th volume of Harding University’s Petit Jean yearbook. It was printed by Walsworth Publishing in Marceline, Missouri. All pages were designed on Apple computers using Adobe Creative Cloud.

Cover Endsheets Theme Color & Printing Typography Photography Design Writers The cover was produced with a four-color process on bookcloth natural linen, bound with Smyth Sewn Hard Cover with regular debossing.

The front and back endsheets were created by Kendra Neill in watercolor paint on standard white endleaf paper. The images were based on photographs by Jeff Montgomery, director of photo services for the University, and scanned by Hannah Wood in the Harding University Brackett Library Archives.

The theme, “Invitation,” was developed by Holly Tubbs, Editor-in-Chief.

This 9” by 12” book is made up on 328 pages printed with a four-color process on Legend Satin Test 100# stock in a press run of 2,000 books.

Headlines were set in variations of the Minion Pro Condensed Display font family. Subheadlines and stories were set in variations of the Minion Pro Regular font family. Captions were set in Minion Pro Variable Concept, italic and bold italic. Photographs were taken by student staff photographers Stanley Morales, Madison Meyer and Chantel Ceaser. Other photogrpahs were contributed to the Petit Jean or taken by Jeff Montgomery, director of photo services for University Communications and Marketing.

Layouts, illustrations and graphics were designed by Cameron Shappley, Head Layout Editor, with assistance from Olivia Dunn and Makenzie Helton, Assistant Layout Editors, and Holly Tubbs, Editor-in-Chief. Kassidy Barden Zach Bishop Maren Bonham Daniel Burley Kally Byrd Holland Chupek Katie Cooper Daniela Cuellar Kaitlyn Francois Mitch Friesenborg Ava Galyean Brittain Gist Garcelle Hodge Hannah Kellum

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Abigael Langdon Maryn McAfee Madison Meeks Jaxon Nash Darcy Sanford Ellie Shelton Caroline Slater Emily Sundermeier Sadie Thornton Sophia Toth Holly Tubbs Selby Yates Annesly Young

Contributors

Thank You The staff of the 2020-21 Petit Jean yearbook would like to thank those who helped to make this project possible. To April Fatula, Student Publications adviser: Thank you for leading us, laughing with us and learning alongside us through two of the toughest semesters on record. Our staff would be incomplete without you. To Kayla Robertson, Student Publications administrative assistant: Thank you for filling the office with smiles and treats, and for organizing our workspace and activities. Your contribution and sincere wish for our success is noticed and appreciated. To Johnny Cole, our Walsworth representative: Thank you for your flexibility and kindness as this strange year transpired. Your wisdom and unfaltering patience made for a fantastic experience. To Tod Traughber, the Indesign-wiz: Thank you for bringing your knowledge and mastery of graphic design to our rescue. Your skills and encouragement have been invaluable. To Jill Fowler, our Walsworth support: Thank you for helping us when technology became too complicated, and for answering phone calls and emails whenever we had questions. To Jeff Montgomery, director of photo services for the University: Thank you for your willingness to share your incredible photography with us when needed. In a historical moment such a this, a photo can say it all, and your work spoke volumes.

photo courtesy of... Abby Austin Emma Bartch Zach Bishop Will Clark Haylie Douglas Georgia Dunning Lisa Engel Briley Ferringa Anna Kay Venessa Kirkland Carlee Gentry Anna Grace Glen Ryann Hein Dustin Howell Audrey Jackson Jill Jarvis Ju Go Ju Instagram Holden Montgomery HU16 Jeff Montgomery Connor Newsom Layne Pace Pi Theta Phi Facebook Pied Piper’s Instagram

David Reed Sydney Reynolds ROME Instagram Ellie Shelton Carly Slate Tian-Xing Stevens John David Stewart Grace Tandy Sadie Thornton Ashli Watson Rich Wells Holly Wheeler Allyson White

To Chuck Szachta, motion graphics artist and animator: Thank you for for your patience in working with Cameron and I as we determined the cover design. You lent a much appreciated helping hand, literally. To Emma Aly, Editor-in-Chief of the 2019-20 Petit Jean: Thank you for your friendship and mentorship every step of the way. I am grateful for your availability and eagerness to help wherever possible. To Madison Scott, Editor-in-Chief of The Bison newspaper: Thank you for the moral support and understanding as we took on these daunting roles. I am glad to have shared an office space with so awesome a friend. To Presidents Bruce McLarty and David Burks: Thank you both for your continued support of the Petit Jean. Without your approval, this book would not exist. To the students, faculty and staff: Thank you for making history on this campus. Thank you for responding to emails, messages and texts. Thank you for inviting us into your lives to capture an unforgettable season. Without you, none of this would be possible.

The Petit Jean staff works in the Student Publications office, located on the first floor of the Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication. Any correspondence can be sent to the Petit Jean, Harding University, Box 10812, Searcy, Arkansas, 72149. Students enrolled in 12 credit hours or more both semesters have paid sufficient general fees to cover the $40 cost of the yearbook. Depending on their enrollment status for the year, others are charged full or half price. The Petit Jean is a member of the Arkansas College Media Association, the Columbia Scholastic Press Association and the Associated Collegiate Press Hall of Fame.

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sincere invitation begins with affection. This sensation causes the giver to extend a hand, asking for one’s presence and, most often, nothing more. The receiver must accept its offer and choose to bring themself to do what is proposed. Life is an invitation given to us by God. But instead of proposing, God begs for our presence, to experience it fully with each of our senses, allowing us to be completely in tune with creation and the Creator. I hope this yearbook allows you to revisit memories and remember to accept the lingering invitiation to live.

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FACULTY & STAFF INDEX A

Abston, Kara 194 Adair, Amy Adair, Scott 184 Adams, Daniel Adams, David Adams, Glen M. Adams, Megan Akpanudo, Usenime Alexander, Jenene Allen, Kathy 194 Allen, Michael

Bailey, Daniel Baird, Timothy B. Baker, Adam Baker, Amy Baker, Andrew Baker-Abrams, Kim A. Balbin, Jordan Bane, Charles Bane, Paulette Bangs, David Barber, Steven Barker, Chris Bartee, Klay Beason, Clay Bennett, Becky Berry, James 194 Bewley, Timm 191 Blackstone, Ginger Blake, Brittany Bland, Justin

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Boaz, Rebecca Bond, Kristi 282 Boone, John Boone, Lauren Boone, Nick Bowling, Jerry Boyd, Nicky 194 Breezeel, Brenda Breezeel, Steven Brooker, Lynette 194 Brooks, Greg Brooks, Michael Brown, Ann Brown, Josh Brown, Philip A. Brown, Rich Brownfield, Jacob 194 Bryant, Lisa Burk, James Burks, Bryan Burks, David B. 186, 209 Burks, Stephen A. Burt, Jeanie Bury, James S. Buterbaugh, Tom 194 Byers, Tiffany 194

Carpenter, Heath 97 Carrell, Cynthia Carrell, Scott Carroll, Clara Casey, J. Warren 194 Chalenburg, Kara 198 Challenburg, Mike 194

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Chance, Timothy Cheatham, Craig 191 Choate, Steve B. Churchman, Bob Clarin, Dona Claxton, Michael 196 Clayton, Greg Cochran, Ross Colgrove, Eric Collins, David Colon, Amanda 199 Colon, Enrique Cone, Jimmy 191 Conley, Ava Cook, Andrew Cooper, Kim Cooper, Steve Corker, Karen Courtemanche, Jordan Cox, Amy K. 203 Cox, Brian Cox, Monte 86, 87, 194 Cronk, Keith Cronk, Marguerite Crow, Rene’i Cullins, Luke Cullum, Mark

Daggett, Jeremy Daggett, Shawn Darden, Jason 15, 93 Darnell, Noah Davis, Heather 198 Davis, Jill

Davis, Mark Davis, Rhonda 194 Davis, Tania 198 Davis, Tannon 194 Davidson, Tessa Day, Joni DeRamus, Danny 194 Diles, Allen Diles, Amanda Diles, Laurie M. Diles, Rober 191 Dillion, Kathy Dockery, Jared Donley, David Douglass, Carol Douglass, Gabriella Duke, Deborah G. Duke, John Richard

Eads, Laura Edwards, Lee Elam, Morgan Eller, Alyssa Ellis, Wendy Engel, Lisa Engel, Terry

Fager, Marc Fager, Karie 199 Fatula, April 279 Fields, Hailey

Finley, Britney Fish, Mary Margaret 198 Fisher, Denise Fisher, Jennifer M. Fisher, Shawn Fleener, Lora 194 Flowers, Kimberly Foust, Gabriel Foster, Rhonda 198 Fraizer, Allen 194 Frye, Dottie 263 Frye, Steven N. Fuller, Lisa

Howell, Stephanie 191 Huff, James 95 Huff, Melinda Hug, Amber

Jackson, Gary Jeffrey, Samuel Johnson, David Joice, Chad 194 Jones, Ben Jones, Ellen Jones, Genevieve 282 Jones, Shanna Jones, Tim 194 Jordan, Whitaker 84 Justus, Michael 191

Gallagher, M. Liann Ganus, Charles 191 Gardner, Butch 194 Gardner, Jessica S. Garner, Karen Garner, Patrick H. Gastineau, Zane 194 Gettman, Lana Gibson, Lance Gibson, Stacy Gould, Tina 194 Gragg, Michael Graces, Ken 194 Gray, Edward A. Griffin, Sarah Grogan, Susan Gutierrez, Allison Gutierrez, Michael Guy, Jordan

Hall, David 194 Hall, Lydia 198 Hamilton, Tim Hammes, Whitney Hannigan, Scott 194 Harold, Redd 191 Harrell, Reed Harris, Anissa Harris, Greg Harris, Jacqueline Harris, Julie E. 197, 282 Helpenstill, Kathy Henderson, Allen Henton, Alice Henton, Nathan Hester, Ranan 194 Hewett, Alan Hicks, Charles V. Hill, Gary Hixon-Wallace, Julie Hofheinz, Mario Hoggatt, Dutch Holland, Jason Holland, Michelle 282 Hollandsworth, Heather Holsombake, Roy Reaves 191 Howard, Leeann Howell, Alan Howell, Byron W.

Hunt, Larry

Ingram, Lindy 191 Ireland, Dwight E.

Kamdem, Landry Kays, Luke Keck, Russell Kee, David Kehl, Kevin 95, 194 Kehl, Susan 194 Keller, John E. Kelley, Karen Kemper, Heather 207 Killins, Anita Kirby, Tim Kirkman, Kim 194 Klein, Kevin Klein, Lori Knight, Debbie Knight, Lauren Bryan

Lacy, Nona Laing, Gregory Laing, Kimberly Lake, Steve 65 Lane, Juli Lee, Cheryl Lee, Donny 194 Lee, Raymond Light, Logan 194 Lightfoot, Jason Love, Joli 282 Lynn, Britton

Madill, Mary Martin, Jessica Martin, Kraig Martin, Tod 195

Massey, Jeffery A. Mathews, Darren Mathis, Ruth Ann Matlock, Dennis Max, Melissa McClelland, Mendy McCook, Kristen E. McCown, Frank McCready, Robert 282 McGaha, Patrick McGaha, Sarah McGalliard, Michael 195 McGohan, Amy McLarty, Bruce 106, 186, 189, 191 McNeal, Travis Meeker, Melanie M. Mercer, Emmie Mercer, Jeff 195 Meredith, Lolita 195 Metheny, Glen Miller, Brad Miller, C. Robin Miller, James E. 95 Mills, Nathan E. Mock, Greg Montgomery, Jeff 195 Moore, Jessica E. Moore, Justin Moore, Lewis L. 195 Moore, Steven C. Morgan, Jeff 239 Mount, Nicole Mulvany, Laura Muncy, Zac Murphy, Jaime M. Myers, Emily 199 Myers, Eric

Neal, Zach 195 Neely, Lundy 191 Neill, Kelly Nesbit, Debra 199 Nesbit, James Noah, John 195 North, Henry Nutt, Debby

O’brian, Stephanie 195 Oden, Daniel Odom, Brian Oliver, Mike Olree, Kenneth Oropeza, Sarah

Page, Rigel Parker, Allison Parker, Joseph R. Patten, Todd Phillips, Bryan Phillips, Darla

Pitt, Paul M. Pitt, Sharon Pittman, Trixie Pleasant, Audra 195 Province, Dennis 101

Qualls, Amy

Rackley, Vann Ragsdale, Scott Ramey, Kevin Rampey, Rebekah Reely, Ronda Reese, John 191 Rice, Peter Richmond, Rodney Ritchie, Thomas Ritchie, Lisa 193 Roberts, Emily 195 Roberts, Jonathan 195 Robertson, Jesse Robinson, Michael Robinson, Retha 199 Rodenbeck, Stacey Ross, David 195 Ruhl, Patrick Rush, Lacy Russell, Craig 195

Sandlin, Mac 192 Schramm, Keith 200 Selby, Courtney Shackelford, Robbie Shelby, Kevin Shelton, Jim Shipp, Melissa Shirel, Susan Shock, Jack Simmons, John 191 Singleton, Jonathan Sipe, Cody Slayton, Joy 198 Sloan, Ellis Sloan, Lori 275 Smith, Bridget 195 Smith, Cheri Smith, David Smith, Forrest Smith, Jeanie Smith, Patty Smith, Randy 195 Smith, Ronald Smith, Susan Smith, Terry Spears, Marty Steele, Doug Steil, Dana 195 Stewart, Jake

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Stewart, Kevin Stockstill, Daniel Stone, John Stork, Ryan Story, Rayanne Sullins, Jeremiah 105 Summers, Dan Swann, Inna Swenson, Kimberly Swindle, Devin Swindle, Matthew

Yates, Dawson 237 Yeboah, Kwame Yingling, Jon David Young, Meredith Youngblood, Kevin

Tankersley, Oneal Tarrant, James Thomas, Marcus 15, 195 Thomason, Elizabeth Thompson, Philip 205 Thompson, Travis Tubbs, Becky 191 Turley, Kenneth Turner, Mallory Turner, Shawn

Waldron, David 191 Waldron, Will Waldrop, Jean 195 Walker, Laurie Walker, Robert 191 Waller, Rodney 191 Walls, Jay Walls, Kelly Walton, Mitch Ward, Richard J. Warren, Stephen Warnick, John Mark 195 Watson, April Wells, Richard 103, 278 Wendt, Karl Westbrook, Anessa 93 Westbrook, Tim Weston, Scott White, Cindy L. White, Jonathan Wiewora, Nathaniel Wilcox, Don Wilhoit, Sarah Williams, Dan Williams, Kieth Williams, Taylor Williamson, Carl Willis, Jana 198 Wood, Danny 195 Wood, Hannah Wood, Johnathan 195 Woodroof, Debbie Woods, Ray Wright II, Ervin E. Wright, Howard 191

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STUDENT INDEX A

Aaen, Corbin 74, 77, 112, 280 Aaron, Maria 112 Abbott, Alaina 73, 146, 157, 278 Abdulamir, Ahmed Abila, Parker 284, 285 Acri, Parker Acuff, Jackson Adair, Kristen 112 Adams, Maddie 71, 72 Adams, Ashley 70, 162 Adams, Caroline 70 Adams, Garrett Adams, Mason 72 Aday, Robin 282 Adcock, Dylan 242 Ades, Christopher Adeyi, Ayooluwa Adkins, Joseph 78 Agin, Jacob 74 Agin, Joshua 74 Ah Ping, Sharon 77, 178, 193 Ahlrichs, Cassondra 70, 76, 112 Ahlrichs, Lauren Ahmedic, Emir 242 Akins, Elizabeth 71, 112, 279 Akins, Jared 70, 112 Akins, Jenna 245 Akins, Kristina 112 Albrecht, Morgan 176 Alcorn, Bryle Aldrich, John 148 Alejo, Joseph 243 Alexander, Ashlyn 75 Alexander, Austin 78, 148 Alexander, Cordale

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Alexander, Jon Alexander, Joshua Alexander, Kevin 72 Alexander, Mason 112 Alexander, Rede 71, 162, 175 Alexander, Sarah Alfaro, Nestor Alice, Mary 173 Allan, John 171 Allbright, Melissa Allen, Brooke 76 Allen, Caleb 162 Allen, Dalton 243 Allen, Katelyn 75, 279 Allen, Kendale 243 Allen, Kylie 60 Allen, Melissa Allen, Tyler 72, 132 Allman, Brianna 71, 112, 290 Allmon, Erin Allmon, Veronica 79 Allred, Austin 74, 148 Almaraz, Elizabeth Alston, John Alvarado, Nikole 178 Alvizures, Briana Aly, Emma 112 Ames, Raissa 125, 279 Amos, Weston Amundson, Avery 75 Anderson, Ally Anderson, Aric 74 Anderson, Bennett Anderson, Britton 73 Anderson, Chloe 72 Anderson, Christin Anderson, Elijah

Anderon, Elinor 72 Anderson, Marissa Anderson, Paul 71 Anderson, Samuel 73 Andress, Alontis 71, 112 Andrews, Mariana 74 Andujar, Justin Ann, Michael 152 Aragon, Walter Arauz, Milciades 70, 132 Archer, Sarah Arias Guerro, Mariel Arlt, Jennifer Armstrong, Adrian Arnett, Carson 73, 242 Arnett, Molli 62, 79 Arnette, Audrey 74, 132 Arnette, Samuel 78 Arnold, Caleb 72 Arnold, Hannah 74 Arnold, Nathan 75 Arthurs, Delaney 71 Asencio, Mary 75 Ash, Jonathan Ashburn, Kathryn 132 Ashburn, Laura 71, 132 Ashley, Christopher 71 Ashmore, Andrew 77, 148, 245 Ashmore, Jordan 73, 77 Ashworth, Meredith 75 Ashworth, Tyler 243 Aspinwall, Cade 72 Aspinwall, Lindlee 72, 74 Asplund, Annika 72, 132 Aston, Isaac 74, 162 Aston, Karl 112 Atchison, Kaysha

Atkins, Garret 72 Atkins, Nicholas 72, 74 Aubel, Max 74 Aulenbacher, Kaylee 112 Austin, Abigail 176 Austin, Jonathan Austin, Michael Ayres, Adrian Ayres, Danielle 75 Ayers, Lillian 79, 132 Aziamov, Jacob Aziamov, Nikolas

Babitzke, Allison 76, 148 Backus, Jeremy Bacon, Savannah 72, 148, 279 Bafford, Noel 132 Bagley, Devin Baguinon, Darius 70, 148 Bailes, Cameron 74 Bailey, Austin 78, 243 Bailey, Charles Bailey, Elizabeth Bailey, Hayden Bailey, Hope Bailey, Kendrick 75 Bailey, Richard 77 Bailey, Selby 79 Baird, Makayla Bakeman, Alexander Baker, Caleb 45 Baker, Emily Baker, Harmonson Baker, Jackson 74, 77

Baker, Julianne 71 Baker, Olivia Baker, Sarah Balassa, Balazs 245 Balbin, Nolan 72, 75 Balentine, Lucy Balentine, Sophie 132 Ball, Lindsey 70 Ballard, Emma 71, 148 Ballard, Ethan 70 Ballard, Megan 71, 112 Ballard, Zachary 70, 112 Ballinger, Julia Bampe, Eleni Banderas, Destiny Bankhead, Abby 75, 112 Bankhead, Noah 71, 162 Banks, Emily Banks, Mary Claire 75 Banks, Rachel Barbara, Thomas 242 Barcenas, Kimberly 244 Barden, Kassidy 175 Barger, Joshua 242 Barineau, Caroline 73, 132 Barker, Carman 71, 132 Barker, Thomas Barnes, Corynn 73, 132 Barnes, Jasmine 73, 242 Barnes, Melanie 75 Barnett, Avery 77, 132 Barnett, Marc 78 Barrett, Alec Barrett, Ross 178 Barrington, Andrew 78 Bartch, Emma 63 Bartch, Julea 79 Bartlett, Mary Kyle 75 Bartley, Grant 75, 162 Barton, Abigail 112 Barton, Brady Barwick, Aaron Bashaw-Butler, Elizabeth Bass, Autumn Bass, Bradon 70, 78 Bass, Drake Bateman, Lauren Bates, Annie 132 Bates, Cory Bates, Emma 72 Bates, Jordan Bates, William 72 Batie, Cory 243 Batts, Brendan 76, 112 Bays, Trinity Beard, Trevor Beasley, Clayton Beasley, Todd 162 Beason, Ann-Clayton Beason, Emily Beaty, Jessyka Beaver, Anna 98 Beaver, Braden Beck, Hallie 72, 79 Beck, Jesse Beck, Joshua 178 Beckham, Rachel 77, 132, 279 Beckham, Thomas 71

Beckom, Derrick Bedow, Katherine 75, 162 Beebe, Laura 75, 132 Beeksma, Sara 132 Beggs, Brian 112 Behel, Benjamin 78 Belgard, Katelin Bell, Addie 75, 112 Bell, Brett Bell, Brynne 74 Bell, Wallace 75, 148 Bellan, Arthur 245 Bellona, Kayla Benasutti, Grace Bender, Lindsey Beneby, Abishai Beneby, Denereus Benight, Jackson 76 Benkovic, Dorian 242 Bennett, Dalton Bennett, Daniel Bennett, Dawson 112 Bennett, Maia 72, 148 Bennett, Marissa 77 Bennett, Morgan Benson, Ethan 78, 162, 243 Benz, Meagan 112 Bernal, Yaremi 112 Berrios, Manuel Berry, Brandon 243 Berry, Jonathon Berry, Stephanie 72, 162 Berryman, Aurora Berryman, Bronson Berryman, Stockton 72 Beshirs, Aven 71 Betancur, McKenzie 244 Beto, Brian Bettinger, Amy 70, 162 Bevill, Coleman 74 Beyler, Krystle Bible, Rachel 75 Biglow, Hannah Bilek, Zachary 242 Billingsly, Lila 72, 162 Billner, Berkleigh 148 Bingham, Anna Binkley, Melaney 73 Birdwell, Braden 78 Birdwell, Brett 78, 112 Birdwell, Caroline 72, 279 Bishop, Morgan Bishop, Bret 278 Bishop, Austin Bishop, Davis Bishop, Tiffany Bishop, Amber 79, 162 Bishop, Brandon 132 Bishop, Brenna 71, 112 Bishop, Tatum 176 Bishop, Zachary 75, 148, 269, 295 Bissell, Taylor 243 Bitgood, Lindsay 77, 114 Bittle, Spencer 148 Black, Lydia Black, Makenzi 76, 162, 278 Black, Rebecca 76 Blackburn, Collier 78, 132, 242

Blackburn, Collin 72, 132 Blackston, Teagan Bland, Rebecca Bland, Natalie 75 Blankenship, Alexa 70, 148 Blankenship, Chelsea 244 Blankinship, David Blodgett, Gregory 71 Blue, Meredith 73 Bobo, Jack Bocox, Marcus 70 Boggs, Jeffery Bolden, Trinity Bolding, Megan Boling, Jordan 71, 72, 114 Bond, Ethan Bond, Jessica Bonham, Kristie 75, 162 Bonham, Maren 71, 148 Booher, Erin 79, 148 Booker, Hannah Boone, Katherine Booth, Allie 132, 135 Borba, Tatiane Borrayo, Jose 114 Bortell, Lane 78, 148 Borth, Stacy Borucki, Sarah Bossier, Britain 70, 71 Bouscher, Tyson Boverie, Lydia 75 Bowen, Alexander Bowen, Thomas 70 Bowes, Donnell 244 Bowie, Aeryn 72, 162 Bowie, Daniel 74, 114 Bowman, Colton 214, 243, 245 Bowman, Lance 71, 132 Bowman, Kyle 70, 132 Boyd, Cabot 67, 72, 74 Boyd, Evelyn 162, 242 Boyle, Addison 55, 78, 79, 132, 258 Bracy, Elliott 244 Bracey, Hailey 79 Brackins, Lydia 71, 72, 148 Brackney, Rebecca 75, 132, 279 Bradford, Meredith 77, 114 Bradley, Alden 78 Bradley, Audra 162 Bradley, Brooke 73, 242 Bradley, Nathan 73 Bradshaw, Andrew 216, 242 Bradshaw, Janae 79 Bradshaw, Joel Bradshaw, John Brady, Victoria 132 Bramlett, Ava Brandon, John 78 Brandt, Cole Brandt, Quinn 76, 114 Branson, Katie 72 Brantley, Crystal Brantley, Emma 162 Brantley, Jaylyn Brantly, Coral 70, 114 Branum, Chase 71 Branun, Taylor 77 Brasher, Madeline 76, 148, 249

Brazell, Ethan 73, 75, 114, 253 Brazille, Tiauna Brazzel, Alondra Brecwaits, Crown Breezeel, David 72, 278 Brehm, Kyle 78, 79 Brehm, Shelby Brentham, Violet 75, 162 Bresko, Jared 75, 78, 133 Brewer, Clayton Brewer, Emily Brewster, Cade 78 Brewster, Desi Briceno, Irvin 178 Bricker, Anna 62, 79, 148 Bridges, Chloe 75 Bridges, Isabella 75, 162 Bridges, Jessica 244 Bridges, Richard 71 Bridges, Zoe Brigance, Adam 71, 162 Britt, Romane 245 Broadaway, Carsyn Brock, Benjamin 75, 114 Brock, Collin 243, 245 Bronniman, Beau Bronniman, Blake Brooks, Jimmy Brooks, Joshua Brooks, Melody Broome, Aidan 148 Brower, Jack 70, 178 Brown, A.J. 243 Brown, Alan 243 Brown, Alec Brown, Alexandra 73 Brown, Amanda 148 Brown, Aurora 114 Brown, Briley-Anne 235, 244 Brown, Bryan 72, 133, 299 Brown, Emily Brown, Griffin 72, 162 Brown, Madison 70, 148 Brown, Malachi 74, 162 Brown, Matti Brown, Zoya 71, 148 Browning, Zachary 77, 265 Brumfield, Jeriah Brun, Christina Brunson, Colton 75 Bryan, Abbey 114, 230, 244 Bryant, Abigail Bryant, Hunter 70, 114 Bryant, Sydney 75 Bryce, Ashton 244 Buchanan, Ashlyn 79 Buckley, Brieshuna Buckley, Davis Buckner, Henry 78 Bueno, Benjamin 78 Buford, Travis 74, 114 Buivydaite, Austeja 73 Bull, Hallie Bullard, Carson 72, 162 Bullinger, Savannah 75 Bullock, Garrett Bundy, Marjorie 71 Bunner, Corrie 79

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Burch, Abigail 244 Burch, Mary Burcham, Mason Burdette, Emily 73 Burdette, Laura Burdette, Kenneth 114 Burdge, Steve 74 Burgess, Keegan Burgess, Maddox 78 Burgess, Miles Burke, Brendan 70 Burke, BJ 243 Burke, Thomas 59, 74, 148 Burks, Caden 78, 148, 255 Burks, Kaley 78, 79 Burley, Daniel 59, 74, 114, 295 Burmeister, Haley 70, 114, 278 Burnett, Clayton 242 Burnett, Olivia 114, 260, 282 Burns, Carsyn 70, 164 Burris, Baylee Burris, Ragan 114 Burrow, Andrew 114 Burrow, Lyndsey Burtch, Katelyn 73, 242 Burton, Claire 79, 133 Burton, Davis 75, 164 Burton, Ean 178 Busbee, Reagan 114 Bush, Dakarai 245 Butler, Addison Butler, Ahmad 243 Butler, Charles 74 Butler, Paige 164 Butterfield, David 242 Butterfield, Jonathan 78 Butterfield, Stephen 78, 133 Byers, Hailey Byers, Whitney 75 Byrd, Desiree Byrd, Emily 79 Byrd, Jason Byrd, Kaitlyn Byrd, Kally Byrd, Madison 75, 114 Byrd, Ryan 78, 79

Caballero, Maricela Cabana, Jordan 244 Cabe, Emory 164 Cabrera, Anny 150 Cady, Mason 133 Caldwell, Anna Calhoun, Austin Callada, Eduardo Callado, Oliver 244 Callaway, Mason 70 Camano, Emeth Camano, Emeth 178 Cameron, Cara 76, 150 Cameron, Emily Cameron, James 72 Camp, Brooks Campbell, Caisson Campbell, Caleb 72

312

STUDENT INDEX

Campbell, Cody Campbell, Hannah 71, 114 Campbell, Janelle Campbell, Payton 74 Campbell, Regan 71 Campbell, William 73 Campney, Tiag 245 Campos, Gillian 26, 71 Camras, Ryan Canfield, Nicholas 243 Cantrell, Isaac Cantrell, Madelyn 164 Cantwell, Emily 279 Cao, Jiale Capella, Sarah Capitanelli, Sophie 244 Caples, Carissa 79, 242 Carballo, Karen 77, 150 Carden, Cody 78 Carden, Jessica Carey, Bailey Carger, Hallie 139 Carger, Ty 77 Carlin, Jacob Carlton, Ashley 70, 150 Carlton, Savannah 76, 114 Carney, James 78 Carpenter, Allison 245 Carpenter, Emily 245 Carpenter, Faith 75, 164 Carptenter, Lindy 245 Carranza, Byron 74, 114 Carrell, Julia 279 Carriere, Moriah Carrillo, Iliana Carroll, Cooper 77, 243 Carroll, Dennis 243 Carroll, Hartley 79, 164 Carroll, Monterey 164 Carroll, Olivia 114 Carson, Hope 150 Carter, Emma 79 Carter, Morgan 150 Carter, Noah 70, 72, 115 Carter, Parker Cartwright, Audrey 150 Cartwright, Reese Carwile, Braelyn Cash, Julie 70 Cash, Kinley 76, 164 Cash, Patrick Casper, Emma 76, 115 Casper, Jonathon Cassidy, Sierra 164 Castano, Andres 244 Casteel, Rylie Castellon, Adriana 178 Castillo, Emmanuel Castle, Ashton Castleman, Katie Catteau, Shen Caudill, Brody 150 Caylor, Megan Ceaser, Chantel 27, 72, 115, 293, 295 Celeste, Jaden 243 Cendrick, Michael 78, 223, 243, 282 Centeno, Alison Ceraso, Hannah 71, 73

Cesone, Kayla 24, 75 Chaffin, Hunter 78 Chaffin, Tate 71 Chaigneau, Dorian 245 Chainey, Nathan Chambers, Cortland 77 Chambless, Christi 73 Chambless, Lexie Chambliss, Jeremy 284 Chancey, Cole 243 Chandler, Bethany 75 Chandler, Neil Chapman, Isaac 164 Chapman, Tressie 75 Chappell, Mackenzie 244 Chavez, Riane 115 Cheatham, Eva 79, 164 Cheatham, Parker 78, 133 Chelelgo, Keneth 245 Chen, Jijamei Chen, Junjie Chen, Junjie Chen, Xunlin Chen, Yiyang 115 Chenault, Cailin Cheng, Michael Cherry, Robert 76 Chesney, Kaylan 71, 77 Chesney, Susan 71, 75, 133 Chesney, Stephen Chesnutt, Isabella Chessman, Tanner 72 Chessman, Taylor 72 Chester, Samuel 72, 74, 133 Childers, Mary 79 Chiles, Sydney 115 Chisum, Cassandra 279 Chitty, Tyler 78, 244 Choate, Jonathan 73, 75 Chrisman, Michael Christianson, Rachael Chupek, Holland 73, 78 Cicco, Andrew 279 Cisneros, Victor 115 Citty, Emma Citty, Caroline 242 Citty, James Citty, Jimmy 243 Citty, Kage 243 Citty, Kizzie 242 Clarin, Alexiz Clark, Alayna 76, 164 Clark, Anna Kay 79, 163, 245 Clark, Colby 243 Clark, David Clark, Emily Clark, Hallie 71, 150 Clark, Kay 163 Clark, Lainey 75 Clark, Taylar Clark, Victoria 72 Clark, William 163, 245 Clay, Asa 72, 129 Clayton, Grace 57, 72 Clayton, Greg 135 Clayton, Natalie Clegg, Mason 74 Clerima, Anne-Noelle 245

Clevenger, Cailey Clevenger, Cole 78, 133 Clifton, Abigail Clifton, Jonah Clifton, Lloyd 71, 115 Clifton, Thomas 243 Close, Caleb Clothier, Daniel 72 Clothier, Jeffrey Cloud, Autumn 178 Coats, Courtney Cobb, Bethany Cobb, Hannah Cobb, Jackson Cobb, Makensie 115, 278 Coburn, Tabitha Cockerham, Ada Codara, Michael Cofer, Davis 78 Coffey, Abigail Coffey, Kylie 77, 279 Coffman, Amanda 164 Cogan, Rylin Coggin, Zane 78, 115 Cohu, Cameron 115 Cohu, Cassie 73 Colbert, Brenley Cole, Bradley Cole, Caleb Cole, Madison 74, 150 Cole, Madison Coleman, Carter 70, 77 Coleman, Wesley 73, 78, 150, 243 Collett, Carly 77 Collier, Emily 75, 133 Collier, Nathan 74 Collins, Eric Collins, Hannah 242 Collins, Margaret 73 Combs, Brandon 72 Compton, Lucas 72 Conaway, Taylor 73, 150 Conn, James 74 Conn, Ethan 70, 164 Conner, Eric 66, 72 Conner, Hannah 75 Conner, Kathryn Conway, Kara Cook, Cadyn 133 Cook, Declan Cook, George 115 Cook, Samantha 74 Cooke, Candace Coombes, Elliott 164 Cooper, Brittany 70 Cooper, Chloe 72 Cooper, Lauren 79 Cooper, Kaitlyn 77, 133, 295 Cooper, Kennedy 242 Cooper, Savannah Cope, Alexandra 75 Copeland, Cassandra 75, 117 Copeland, Isaac Copeland, Judah 243 Coplen, Ryan 121 Corbell, Hunter Corkran, Bethany Corley, Kinley 73, 150

Corley, Rylee 73, 150 Cornett, Gracie 70, 178 Cortez, Christian Cosby, Lori 71 Cosby, Tyler 115 Cotton, Aleyia 164, 244, 245 Cottrell, Courtney Couey, Alyssa 245 Coulter, Kylee 242 Countess, Grant 75, 115, 282 Courtney, Derrick 115 Coward, Emma Cowart, Katherine 245 Cox, Catherine Cox, Caroline 74 Cox, Emily 75 Cox, Macy 164 Cox, Victoria 74 Coxaj, Aurelio 178 Crabb, Callie 75 Crabb, Cory 74, 164 Craig, Mark 78, 164, 279 Crain, Cenzington 75 Crain, Covington 75 Cravy, EmmaMae 79, 150 Crawford, Candace 75, 115, 258 Crawford, Jessica 76, 133 Creeley, Rachel Crews, Ashlyn 73 Crisco, Joanna Crisco, Jordan Crisler, Audra 79, 133 Crocker, Joee 245 Croff, Chelsea 77, 133 Croffoot, Kole Cromwell, Tucker 78 Crook, Gray Croshaw, Jake 230, 243 Crossen, Harli 79, 164 Crowson, Matthew 70, 150, 278 Crowson, Stephen 115 Cruz, Jonathan 115 Csokas, Nikolasz 245 Cuellar, Cameron Cuellar, Daniela 153 Cumberland, Ansley 77, 115 Cumberland, Dawson 115 Cummings, Caroline Cummings, Melanie 75 Cunningham, Claire 72 Cunningham, Genevieve 75, 78, 164 Cunningham, Isabel 75, 78, 164 Cunningham, Mallory Curl, Abigail 70, 76, 133 Curnutt, Jonathan 244 Curran, Ashley Current, Mitchel Currivean, Aidan 78, 164 Curtis, Abigail Curtis, Chandler Curtis, Duke 72 Curtis, Jada Custer, Cole Custer, Grant 78 Cutbill, Parker 74 Cutshall, Kaitlyn 75, 133 Cutts, Isabelle 70, 133, 279

Dahl, Ethan 78, 243 Dahlem, Abigail 75 Dahm, Rebecca Daily, Cori Daily, Samantha Dalafave, Katherine 115 Dalby, Ella Dale, Blake 74 Dallan, Tomas 243 Dalrymple, Chloe 76, 164 Dalton, Kyle 115 Dangerfield, Spenser Daniel, Andrew 74 Daniel, Kailey 75, 165 Daniels, Christopher 243 Daniels, Jazmine Darote, Rollansky 243 Dather, Katie 245 Daughety, Ashley Davenport, Brinson 165 David, Addison 75, 133, 225, 242 David, Caleb Davidson, Ali Davidson, Ethan Davidson, Trent Davies, Bryan Davila, Roger Davis, Abigail 75 Davis, Andrew Davis, Austin Davis, Avery 77, 115 Davis, Brandon 150 Davis, Brooklyn Davis, Buddy 243 Davis, Carter 74, 150 Davis, Christiane 70, 165, 243, 245 Davis, Cole Davis, Diana Davis, Easton 96, 97, 115 Davis, Emily 165 Davis, Faith Davis, Graden Davis, Hallie 165 Davis, Hannah 79, 133 Davis, Isaac 106, 115 Davis, Isabella Davis, Jennifer Davis, Jessica 4, 70, 245 Davis, Johanna 4, 76 Davis, Katelyn Davis, Kelsey 73 David, Kobe 78 Davis, Lauren 70, 71, 150 Davis, Lexie 242 Davis, Lindley 75 Davis, Lydia 75, 165 Davis, Mackenzie Davis, Paxton 243, 245 Davis, Rachel Davis, Rebecca 116 Davis, Riley 72, 112, 116 Davis, Ruth Davis, Ryan Davis, Tiffany 279 Davis, Tyler 78

Dawidow, Adam 74 Dawson, Rachel 165 Day, Ethan 133, 259 Daye, Kristopher De La Rosa, Sarai 70, 150, 278 De Leon, Daryelis 150 De Lorenzo, Alvaro 245 De Luca, Paige Dean, Austin Dean, Garrett 116 Dean, Madison 74, 133 Dean, Meghan Dearin, Sidney 72 Dearman, Caroline DeBoef, Danielle 75 DeCaeny, Joshua 71, 116 Decker, Timothy 70 Deeb, Jacob Dees, Madison Degner, Kendra 165 DeJarnette, Jackson Delacruz, Blake 243 Delapena, Nicolas 74 DeMarco, Ethan DeMarois, Ryan 243 DenBraber, Lee 72, 278 Dendis, Alec Deng, Da Denham, Natalie 75, 165 Denly, Mary 71, 150 Dennis, Kali 74, 274 Dennis, Lydia Dennis, Rinda 75, 165, 181, 278 Dennison, Lillian 73 Denny, Meghan 244 Denson, Emma 75, 116 Deras, Lionelly 178 Deree, Madison Derr, Liliana DeSambourg, Gabe 74, 116 Deuel, D’Artagnan Devereaux, Brian Devlin, Lauren 72, 116 DeVries, Toby Dewald, Michael 242 Dewey, Leah 71 Diamond, Ann 71 Diaz, Jason Diaz, Jullian 116 Diaz, Victoria 72, 116 DiLeo, Maxwell 78 Diles, Hallie 74 Diles, Hannah 71, 165 Dillard, Bethany Dillard, Elizabeth 76, 133, 278, 279 Dillard, Jeffrey 71, 76, 116 Dingler, Justin Dixon, Bethanie 244 Dixon, Rachel 116 Dixon, Tyler 78 Dobbs, Andrea 72 Dodd, Bradley 72 Dodd, Taylor Dodd, Taylor Dodds, Braden Dodds, Isaac Dodson, Alyssa 70 Donahoo, Mackenzie 75

Donaway, Hannah Donegan, Tyler Dooley, Sarah 116 Dopeso, Diana Doss, Marcus 165 Douglas, Audra Douglas, Bailey 79 Douglas, Dylan 243, 245 Douglas, Haylie 38, 75, 133 Douglas, Jennifer 75 Dowell, Elena 73, 165 Doyle, Coulton 216, 242 Drakeford, Alanna 150 Drause, Megan 165 Drennan, Catherine Drew, Caleb 116 71, 116, 279 Drewry, Claire 71 Drum, Ciera 165 Drumheller, Kelsey 150, 244 Drye, Megan 70, 134 Ducharme, Kenzie 165 Duff, Shayle Dugger, Jacob 78, 243 Duncan, Elizabeth Duncan, Jackson 110, 111, 116 Duncan, Kyler Duncan, Roy 71 Dunkley, Dashiell 77 Dunlap, Hannah 70 Dunn, Katherine Dunn, Mattie Dunn, Olivia 79, 295 Dunn, Payton 71 Dunning, Austin 116 Dunning, Georgia 44, 45, 139 Dupree, KaTessa Durey, Trevor 70 Duryea, Ella 79 Duty, Aiden Duvall, Levi 72, 134 Dwyer, Emma 244 Dycus, Carson 78 Dycus, Ethan 78 Dye, Jamie 76, 150 Dye, Rachel 76, 116

Eads, Easton 77 Eads, Sophia Eagleman, Will Eakin, Krisman 73, 245 Easterling, Emily 244 Eby, Courtney 70, 150 Edison, Avery 71 Edison, Ragan 71 Edmerson, Lei Edmonds, Danielle Edmonds, Kari Edwards, John 71, 165 Edwards, Mary 79, 134 Edwards, Zane 165 Elder, Jordan 242 Eller, Lynley Elliott, Madeline Elliot, McKenzie Elliott, Seth 151

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Elliott, Sydney 79 Ellis, Bobbie Ellis, Delaney Ellis, Tyler 165 Ellsworth, Tanner Elmore, Ashlyn 75, 151 Elvariste, Abraniqua Ely, Megan Emberson, Mark Emlaw, Matthew 71, 76, 116, 278 Emlaw, Nicholas 71, 151, 278 Emlaw, Rachel Endsley, Sierra 73, 134, 265, 273 Englant, Melissa Jo 79, 151 Ennis, Grant 243 Ennis, John Engsminger, Caleb 77 Epperly, Hanna 77 Epperson, Kalyn Erickson, Christian Ericson, Emily 71, 151, 278 Erwin, Joseph Erzar, Desiree Espinosa, Joshua 71, 134 Espinoza, Xotchi Ester, Jyren 243 Estrada, Jorge 178 Eubank, Carson 78 Euceda, Natalie Evans, Christian Evans, Galen 72 Evans, Jacie 242 Evans, John 72 Evans, Noah Evans, Kaelyn Evans, Rylie 116, 245 Evans, Thomas 165 Everson, Abigail 71 Ewing, Faith 71 Ewing, Savannah Eze, Akachukwu

Faagai, Isaako 243 Facchini, Tommaso 243 Fagen, Brandon 70 Falconer, Ethan Fantauzzo, Eleanor 165, 243, 245 Farley, Anna 71, 165 Farley, Claire 176 Farley, Stewart 78 Farmer, David Farmer, Lauren Farris, Anna 75, 116 Faubus, Carmen 74 Faulkner, Hannah 134 Faurie, Erin 75 Fawks, Sydney 244 Fazenbaker, Tina 151 Fehr, Katelyn 282 Fells, Joi 151 Felzien, Menolly 165 Feng, Zhongfu Fennel, Emma 151 Fenner, Elena 72, 151 Fergeson, Claire 79

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Feringa, Briley 244 Ferrante, Taylor 79 Ferrell, Jayda Ferren, Audreona Ferrie, Hannah 79 Ferris, Benjamin 77, 245 Ferris, Kayla 72, 151 Fetz, Kristy Fields, Amanda 244 Fields, Gabriella 72, 151 Fields. Jonna Fields, Madison Fierro, Julieta 244 Finton, Parker 45, 78 Firkins, Macie 75, 165 Fischer, Jamey 116 Fisher, Elijah 78, 151 Fisher, Elizabeth Fisher, Karli Fisher, Ryan Fitzhugh, Grant 78, 223, 243 Fitzhugh, William 78, 165, 243 Flatt, Benton 166, 245 Flatt, Timothy 78 Floyd, Bailey 70, 166 Floyd, Devan 244 Floyd, Matthew 73, 76, 262, 263 Fluitt, Canon 77 Flynn, Kylie Folse, Hana 245 Fong, Sherell Force, Kelsey 72 Force, Kendall 134 Ford, Bethany Foreman, Dana Forkner, Wyatt 78 Forte, Avery 151 Fortkamp, Matthew 166 Fortner, Kaler 70, 151 Foster, Evelynn 76 Foster, Isaac 72, 74 Foster, ReKl’a 79 Foster, Sarah 71 Foster, Silas Foster, Titus Foster, William Fouss, Erin 76 Foust, Abby 32, 79, 134 Fouts, Elizabeth 116, 245 Fowler, Drew 134 Fowlkes, Jaycie 79 Fox, Ellison 75, 151 Fox, Jackson Fox, Matthew Fox, Riley 78 Fox, Ryan 78, 243 Fraley, Madison 244 Francis, Falan Francis, John 78 Francis, Matthew Francis-Ayers, Vanessa 75 Francois, Kaitlyn 75, 82, 116 Franklin, Leslie Franklin, Macy Franklin, Maryclaire Frazier, Sharon Freeman, Glen 78 Freeman, Jennafer

Freer, Anna Freesmeyer, Rachel French, Autumn 75 French, Ty Frerot, Marilena Fries, Allen Friesenborg, Brennan 77 Friesenborg, Mitchell 77 Fronek, Emily Frost, Isaac 78 Frost, Rachel 79, 113, 116, 225, 242 Fry, Victoria 74 Fry, Zachary Fuentes, Emma 72, 74 Fuentes, Vivian 178 Fulkerson, Hayden 78 Fuller, Meagan Fuller, Rachel 166 Fuller, Sam 151 Funez, Michell 151 Furbee, Brandon 77 Furby, Abigail 77, 166 Furniss, Aeryn 79, 166

Gable, Cedric 151, 245 Gaessler, Erin 151 Gafford, Marilyn 176 Gafford, William 116 Gaines, Anna Gainey, Hayla 79, 166 Gainey, Jacob Gaither, Jamica 72 Gaither, Logan 78 Gallagher, Amber Gallagher, Ryan 74, 116, 279 Galloway, Jenna 79, 151 Galloway, John 75, 151 Galvez, Aracely Galyean, Ava 74, 129, 135, 163 Gamble, Sarah Gann, Sydnee 118, 188 Gansz, Rachel 71, 118 Gant, Michael Garcia, Dulce Garcia, Melanie Garcia-Peralta, Karen Gardner, Ellery Gardner, Ethan 77 Gardner, Landon 78 Garner, Hanna 79, 151 Garner, Maysen 75, 134, 279 Garner, Thomas 75 Garrett, Emily 244 Garrett, Hannah 244 Garrett, Natalie Garrett, Noah Garrison, Madeline Garritt, Lydia 73 Garton, David 76, 134 Gaskins, Sadie 71, 166 Gastro, Emily 176 Gastro, Sophia 75, 134 Gatz, Reece Gaudian, Heather Gautreaux, Sarah

Gautreaux, Sarah 70, 151, 245 Gaw, Alex Gay, Dylin 71 Gaye, Fallou 245 Gazaway, Benjamin 74 Gelwicks, Ian Gentry, Bryson 78, 118, 259 Gentry, Kenton 78, 134 Gerber, Sorome Gerhard, Ashley Geter, Jamaerius 118 Ghent, Ilse 77 Ghent, Tommy 118, 279 Gianferante, Nicholas 71, 73 Gibbs, Chloe Gibbs, Makenna 70 Gibson, Elise 75 Gibson, Hallie Gilbert, Jayne 74 Gilbert, Jewel 74 Gilbert, Tray Gilbrech, Richard Gilchrist, Lane 78, 166, 243 Gill, Micah 78 Gillespie, Sophia 75, 166 Gills, Isabella Gillipsie, Kassidy 75 Gillman, Ann 73 Gillum, Madison 79 Gilmer, Landon Gilreath, Jackson 70, 75, 134 Girkin, Lauren Gist, Britty 75, 121 Givens, Ella 70, 151 Givens, Jayson Glass, Carl 243 Glenn, Anna Grace 37, 73 Gloe, Donna Gloff, Grant 70, 73, 134 Glover, Garrett 166 Glover, Lorelei 55, 75 Glover, Luke Glover, Madelyn Glover, Makenzie Glover, Sophie 151 Goacher, Elysabeth Goddard, Julie 20 Goff, Vanessa Goin, Emily 75, 118 Goin, Lauren 71 Golden, Mary 71, 134, 278 Goldman, Blake Golebiewski, Mateusz Gomez, Andres 152 Gomez, Luisauny 118 Gonzales, Dominique 73 Gonzales, Maria Gonzales, Sarah 73 Gooch, Tori 75, 175 Goode, Anna Gooden, Martina 166 Goodwin, Jennerose Goodwin, Julia 74 Goodwin, Victoria 75 Gordon, Blake Gorena, Kay Gossett, Sarah 70 Goudeau, Reece 70, 118

Goudeau, Trey 70 Gould, Richard Gowan, Gia Gowen, Mallory 71, 78, 152 Graber, Bruce Gracie, Violet 162 Graffice, Elliott 70, 134 Graham, Stephanie 67, 70, 72, 118 Graham, Taylor 245 Granderson, Michaela Grandgenett, Ryan Grant, Nolan Graves, Alden Graves, Erin Graves, Ivan 74 Graves, Kenneth Graves, Oliver 74 Gray, Cody 70 Gray, Leah 79, 166 Gray, Rian 70 Green, Grace Anne 244 Green, Justin 74, 134 Greene, Frankliin 71 Greene, Peri Greeniee, Tiffany Greenwell, Hannah 70 Greer, Haleigh 166 Greer, Maggie Gregg, Katherine Gregory, Nathan Griffin, Jarrod Griffith, Alayna 166 Griffith, Allie 74 Griggs, Kyle 176 Grimes, Brooke Grimes, Ethan Grogan, Elizabeth 73 Grungy, Braeden Guajardo, Jarred 101 Guajardo, Oscar Guan, Yi Guentz, Tyler 244 Guibal Britt, Romane Guinn, Ashlyne Gunn, Allison Gunn, Carmen 75, 166, 235, 244 Guptill, Bryce 75 Gurganus, Graham 70, 265 Gutierrez, Vivian Guyer, Kate 73 Guyer, Max 78 Gwinn, Jaren 71, 134

Hackett, Abigail 75 Hackett, Jessica Hackworth, Anthony 71, 73 Hackworth, Hannah 72, 75, 134 Hackworth, Thomas 118 Haddix, Hannah 75, 166 Haddix, Heidi Haden, Madeline Hagenburger, Katelynn Hailey, Merek 74 Haines, Ryan Hajicek, Justin 78

Hale, Darbeigh Hale, Fallon 77, 134 Hale, Madison 77, 134 Hale, Natalie 166 Hale, Sarah 79, 134 Hale, Zachary 72 Haley, Anna Grace 75 Hall, Alexander 74 Hall, Aniah Hall, Bethany 73, 242 Hall, Brianna 75, 243, 245 Hall, Caitlin 75 Hall, Carley Hall, Dreydon 243 Hall, Evan 72 Hall, Hannah Hall, Ian Hall, Jamie 279 Hall, Kage 72, 134 Hall, Kendall 74, 152 Hall, Keyton Hall, Kylie 245 Hall, Madeleine 72 Hall, Shayla 178 Hallbauer, Ashley 177 Hallford, Julia 77 Hamilton, Annalyse Hamilton, Dillon Hamlett, Gracie 71, 166 Hamm, Benjamin 72 Hammitt, Seth 71, 152 Hammond, Bailey 71 Hammond, Sydney 75 Han, Wenbin Hancock, Hailey 134 Hancock, Katie 77, 166 Hankins, Connor 78 Hankins, Jenni 72, 118, 279 Hankins, Ryan Hansard, Alexandria Hansard, George 245 Hanson, Joseph 78, 243 Hanson, Patrick Hanyard, Philander Harcrow, Sean Hardaway, Laynie 178 Hardin, Sara 75, 166 Hardy, Isaac 78, 166 Harlan, Mylea 76, 118 Harlow, Brittan 74 Harlow, Peydon 243 Harmon, Lindsey Harness, Thomas 78, 166 Harper, Kayla 166 Harper, Lara 71, 152, 279 Harr, John 71 Harrell, Brooklynn Harrell, Jacob 243 Harrell, Landrey 79 Harrelson, Parker 78 Harriman, Parker Harrington, Caleb 243 Harrington, Kaitlyn Harrington, Kelsey Harris, Abigail 166 Harris, Halie 168 Harris, James 242 Harris, Kadyn 54, 168

Harris, Kathryn 168 Harris, Megan 118 Harris, Zane 78, 79 Harrison, Elise 38, 70, 118 Harrison, Tristen Harrod, Tyler 243, 245 Hart, Timothy 78 Hartzell, Zachary 71, 152 Harvey, Amalie 76, 168 Harvey, Romio 242 Haskins, McKinly 72 Haslam, Aiden 77, 136 Hassmann, John 78 Hastings, Chaela 75 Hasz, Kylie 75 Hasz, Taylor 75 Hathron, Shelby Hatley, Kenneth 168, 245 Hattemer, James 71, 118 Hatter, Isayah 168, 243 Haught, Makinzie 118, 278 Haught, Morgan 70, 76, 152, 263 Hausam, Kaylee 245 Hawes, Kaci 75 Hawes, Nathaniel 76, 118 Hawkins, Avery Hawkins, Katelyn 71, 136 Hawley, Anna 71, 168 Hawley, Sage 242 Hayes, Aidan 243 Hayes, Caroline Hayes, Emma 75, 136 Hayes, James 70, 152 Hayes, Spencer 71, 73, 279 Hayner, Eryn 75, 152 Haynes, Blake Haynes, Hunter 78 Haynes, Maggie Hays, Tatum Hays, Whitney Headington, Michael Headington, Caden 243 Headley, Andrew 71, 168 Healy, Patrick 243 Hearn, Christopher 78, 168 Hearn, Kassidy 77, 152 Heater, Jessica 168 Hefley, Hannah 75 Heffley, Harrison 242 Hefley, Jacob 243 Heide, Emily Heim, Ryann 125 Helms, Charles 78 Helms, Spencer 243, 245 Helpenstill, Eva 41, 78, 79, 136 Helton, Makenzie 152, 295 Hemesath, Ingmar Henderson, Asher 70, 118 Henderson, Austin 74 Henderson, Clara 71 Henderson, Eden 79, 136 Hendricks, Dylan 243 Hendricks, Emma Hendricks, Walker 71 Hendrix, Benjamin Hendrix, Destiny 168 Hendrix, Emma 71, 278 Hendrix, Garrison 73, 77

Hendrix, Jason Hendrix, Marylee 73 Hendry, Matthew Henke, Heath 243 Henley, Elias 72 Henley, Orlando 243 Henry, Caleb 70, 118 Hensley, Casey Hensley, Kyler 78, 242 Henson, Corbin Henson, Kendall 75 Hernandez, Anthony Hernandez, Matthew 78 Hernandez, Sandra Hernandez, Stephanie Hernbeck, Noah 78, 118, 278 Herridge, Brandon 78, 152 Herridge, Lucy 70, 136 Herring, Baylor 73 Herring, Mimi 235, 244 Herrington, Shayla Hetherington, Brielle 118 Heusel, Grace Heusel, Madison Heusel, Maggie Heusel, Mason Hewett, Katherine Heyen, Jared 74, 118 Heyen, Konrad 74, 136, 278 Hickerson, Meghan 71, 118, 265, 284 Hickerson, Sarah 136, 253, 284 Hicks, Brian 74 Hilburn, Lillianna 118 Hildenbrandt, Tiffany 245 Hill, Aaron Hill, Delaney 77, 118, 279 Hill, Emma 77, 119 Hill, Jade Hill, Jamaric 245 Hill, Kayley 74 Hill, Lisa Hill, Mikaela Hill, Rachel 79, 278 Hill, Rebecca 70, 152 Hill, Spencer 72 Hill, Taylor 78 Hillier, Hannah 76 Hilman, Anna Hilman, Justin 76, 119 Hinckley, Abby 71 Hinckley, Colby 71, 75 Hindman, Alexander 245 Hines, Hillary Hinson, Connor Hinton, Elizabeth 75, 245 Hipp, Jenna 244 Hipshire, Matthew 245 Hirwa, David 178 Hite, Anna 73 Hiteshew, Maddison 245 Hix, Sara 71, 119 Hlavanti, Noah 78 Hmung, Ngun Hmung, Peter 244 Hobbs, Brianna 73, 152 Hobbs, Jackson Hobbs, Samuel Hodge, Ce’jae

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Hodge, Garcelle 125, 171, 177 Hodge, Jonathan 179 Hodges, Brennan Hodges, Gabriel 168 Hodgkiss, Taylor 74 Hoecker, Michael Hoecker, Ty 242 Hoffner, Logan 71, 152 Hoggard, Clayton 77 Holcomb, Allie 72, 136 Holland, Dylan 74 Holland, Jonathan 73 Holland, Paige Hollaway, Eden 75, 136 Holley, Anna 74 Holley, Sage 146 Hollinsaid, Jillian 152 Hollis, Joseph Hollis, Lindsay 168 Holloway, Bennett 78, 89 Holloway, Lauren 73 Holloway, Timothy 69, 76, 82, 263 Holman, Josie 279 Holsinger, Noah 77, 243 Holst, Sharyl Holt, Bailey 73, 136 Holy, Hailey Holt, Trevor 70 Holtgraewe, Andrew 70, 152 Honnas, Jesse Honyoute, Sydney Hood, Apple Hood, Ellieze Hood, Gabrielle Hood, Hannah 37, 73 Hood, Jaclyn 75 Hood, Juilanne Hoofman, Chloe 279 Hook, Hunter 77, 152, 242 Hook, Matthew 279 Hooper, Kaylee Hooten, Katherine 74 Hooton, Caleb 70, 168 Hoppe, Joel 78, 243 Horak, William Horne, Hannah Hornsby, Jordan 79 Horton, Ella 79, 278 Horton, Emma 71 Horton, Jacob 78 Horton, Jenna 74 Hose, Juliana 75 House, Isaac Houser, Daniel 75, 168 Houser, Desirae 119 Howard, Brooklyn 70, 71 Howard, John 78, 79, 119 Howard, Rachel Howell, Abigail 73 Howell, Emma 71, 79, 119 Howell, Katie 168, 278 Hoyt, Alicia Hu, Guangxu Hutchison, Michael 70 Huddleston, Katie 71, 119 Huddleston, Levi 71, 73 Huddy, Michael Hudelson, Bailey 71

316

STUDENT INDEX

Hudelson, Bret Hudkins, Andrew 78 Hudler, Sarah 244 Huff, Gabriel 71, 152, 279 Huff, Stanley 76, 119 Huffman, Jordan 72, 74 Huffman, Rebekah Huggins, Kyle 4, 77 Hughes, Austin 72 Hughes, Sydney 73 Hull, Clayton 168, 279 Hull, Daniel 152 Hull, Faith Humes, Brennan Humphrey, Ginger 119 Humphreys, Caroline Hunt, Austin 72 Hunt, Jonah 72 Hunt, Mitchell 243 Huntoon, Macy 168 Huot, Brianna Hurt, Grace 73, 152, 295 Hurt, Rachel 79, 136 Hutcherson, Jase 78, 152 Hutcherson, Samuel 78, 119 Hutcheson, Jesse 136 Hutcheson, Raymond 78 Hutchinson, Michael Ann 70, 152 Hutson, Ava 73 Hutson, Deanna 71, 119, 282 Hutson, Hope 77, 119 Hutson, Kate 136 Hutto, Mason 243 Hyatt, Allison 244

Iboo, Baraka Idlebird, Otis Immel, Grace 71 Ingalsbe, Matthew 243, 245 Ingersoll, Chloe 79, 245 Inman, Josie Inyang, Samuel 243 Ireland, Hannah 79, 152 Irvin-Williams, Jules Ivory, Jordan Ivy, Nautica

Jackson, Audrey 119, 128, 129, 279 Jackson, Drake Jackson, Emma 70, 119 Jackson, Emma Jackson, Hallie Jackson, Hunter Jackson, Jaelen 244 Jackson, Jasmine Jackson, Samuel Jackson, Trinity 245 Jacobo, Daniela 178 Jacobs, Britney Jacobsohn, Triston James, Jackson James, Jessica

James, Kristin 79, 152 Jarnagin, Mollie 74, 154 Jarrett, Trevor Jarvis, Jillian 79 Jay, Cianna Jayne, Andrew 70 Jayne, Nicole 75, 101, 119 Jayne, Timothy 70 Jean, Brandt 78 Jenkins, Allison 73, 119, 245 Jenkins, Josiah 77 Jenkins, Lindsey Jenkins, Sierra 76, 168 Jennings, Jack 72 Jennings, Jonnalynn 76, 136 Jennings, Molly 75 Jernigan, Cameron 78, 79 Jett, Hyson 79 Jewett, Katelyn 76, 119 Jiang, Xi 154 Jobe, Derek 78, 225 John, Eliana 79, 119 Johnson, Cody 136 Johns, Jacob 278 Johnson, Adam 76 Johnson, Adeline Johnson, Alex 245 Johnson, Arika 245 Johnson, Ashley Johnson, Briana 245 Johnson, Brandon 70 Johnson, Connor 243 Johnson, Cody 72, 136 Johnson, Dawna Johnson, Desiree Johnson, Duane 243 Johnson, Emily Johnson, Emily Johnson, Eric 45, 74, 278, 279 Johnson, Evans Johnson, Haley Johnson, Hannah 73, 225, 242 Johnson, Haylee Johnson, Jack Johnson, Janessa Johnson, Justus Johnson, Keegan 79 Johnson, Lance 72 Johnson, Landon 78 Johnson, Lexi Johnson, Sara Johnson, Sarah Johnson, Sarah 72, 73, 136, 168 Johnston, Anna 73, 136 Johnston, Billy 242 Johnston, Brent 74 Johnston, Dylan 72 Johnston, Jacob 70 Johnston, Kara Johnston, William Joice, Brecken 75 Joiner, Kyra 76, 154 Jolly, Hunter Jones, Abigail 75 Jones, Alaina 70, 75, 136 Jones, Ashlynn Jones, Brajae Jones, Cameron

Jones, Caroline 72 Jones, Carter Jones, Celia 73 Jones, Clayton 72 Jones, Derek Jones, Derrek 71 Jones, Emma 75, 154, 279 Jones, Emma Jones, Greg Jones, Greyson Jones, Hanna 244 Jones, Hannah Jones, Hayden 168 Jones, Jacob 70 Jones, Joel Jones, JoJo 245 Jones, Josh 243 Jones, Joshua Jones, Kathleen Jones, Kayla 71, 75 Jones, Landon 72 Jones, Lauren Jones, Logan 70, 279 Jones, Makenna 71 Jones, Maribeth 168 Jones, Mikayla Jones, Mya 168 Jones, Peyton Jones, Rebekkah Jones, Ta’Mya 75,168 Jones, Veagan 244, 245 Jordan, Noah 71 Joseph, Danielle Jove, Ricard 245 Joyner, Keller Joyner, Zachary Judd, David 71, 154 Judd, David 77 Justice, Emily Justice, Talby

Kalafarski, Aleksandra 75 Kanahama, Kotomi 119 Kanahama, Kotomi Karikari, Benjamin 243 Karkau, Victoria 168 Kartak, Alexander Kartak, Rebecca 260 Katon, William Kearney-Dunker, Rebecca 72, 168 Kearsley, Chloe 169 Keeland, Andrea Keeley, Kali 75, 119 Keen, Koby 242 Keene, Michael 74 Keiser, Kiersten 169 Keith, John 78 Keller, Alexander 74 Keller, Carley 23, 75 Keller, Jackson 74 Keller, Terah Kellum, Hannah 75, 136, 160, 295 Kelly, Brooklyn 79, 119 Kelly, Christopher 72, 78, 119 Kelly, Connor 217, 242

Kelly, Ethan 78, 169 Kelly, Kennedi Kelly, Logan 78 Kelly, Patrick 178 Kelly, Watkins 33, 78, 79 Kelso, Joshua Keltner, Madison Kelton, Kaylee 119 Kemp, Samantha 75 Kendall, McKinzy 70, 119 Kenne, Alexander 77, 136 Kenne, Madison 77 Kenne, Zachary Kennon, Morgan Kennon, Teresa 178 Kenton, Grace 77, 136 Kernodle, Audrey 73 Kerr, Stephanie 154 Kerrwood, Shelby Kessler, Mitchell 245 Keyser, Shannon 154, 278 Kidder, Dalton 70 Kiefer, Courtney Kiegal, Kaitlyn Kiffmeyer, Miranda 70, 154 Kille, Grafton Killingsworth, Ashley 75, 169 Kim, Soye Kinch, Kenny 178 Kindall, Benjamin 70, 169 Kinder, Claire Kinder, Emma 72 King, Abigail 79, 282 King, Bailey 79 King, Heather 77 King, Jacob 53, 70, 75, 119 King, Paige King, Sarah 169 King, Sydney 79, 98 Kisner, Britton 77 Kirby, Morgan 79, 169 Kirby, Thaddeus 72, 169, 245 Kirchner, Adam 78, 136 Kirk, Katherine 77 Kirk, Zachary Kirkbride, Bowen Kirkley, Jean-Luc Kirkland, Vanessa 48 Kirkman, Everett 79, 120, 278, 279 Kirschner, Carson Kittinger, Kaleigh Kittinger, Taylor 73 Klein, Elijah 727 Klein, Kathryn Knabbe, Lew Knabbe, Sarah 75, 279 Knoedi, Brooke Knott, Ethan 244 Knox, Natalie 75, 154 Koch, Dalton 77 Koel, Kevin 72, 74 Kogei, Vitalis 243, 245 Kohl, Alyssa 73, 136 Kondo, Ai 72, 154 Kondo, Sei 169 Konwent, Abigail Konwent, Adelaide Konwent, Steven

Koonce, Tanner Koonce, Trevor 169 Kraner, Brady Kreh, Myles 169 Krejci, Kathleen 79, 169 Kretzer, Amelia Krise, Brian Krug, Caleb Krupka, Meredith Kubrynski, Daniel 244 Kuhn, Rose 79, 154 Kuilboer, Kevin Kurowski, Adriana 79 Kurowksi, Alexander72 Kutch, David Kutch, Mitchell 243 Kuykendall, Allie 75 Kymes, Emily 75 Kypke, Paris 274 Kypke, Vaughn

Lackey, Emma Lacross, Aubin LaFerney, Mason 78, 136 Laferriere, Malorie 72 Lafontaine, Ana 79, 120 Lai, Mingxin Lainez, David 178 Laman, TaylorAnn 75 Lamb, Natalie Lamb, Sarah Lamberson, Wade Lamoureux, Kassie 73, 154 Lambo, Kellie Lampo, Kellie 242 Lan, Xiaomei Lancaster, Elizabeth Lancaster, Logan Land, Avery 169 Landes, Jackson 72 Lane, Benjamin Lane, Samuel Langdon, Anna 75 Langdon, Brittain Langdon, Gael 157 Langdon, Hayden 169 Lanning, Andrew 72, 76, 269 Lara, Javier 120 Laughary, Wesley 243, 245 Law, Anders 78, 169 Law, Mackenzie 244 Lawhorn, Joseph 242 Lawley, Emma Lawrence, Audrey Lawrence, Kayli 120 Lawrence, Lucas 74, 120 Lawson, Avery Lay, Casey 76, 154 Layrock, Jacob Leach, Olivia 169 Leachy, John Leckie, Scarlett 73, 120 Ledbetter, Rachel 77, 120 Lee, Gabrielle 72 Lee, James 244

Lee, Kimberly Lee, Savannah 73, 154 Lee, Zachary 169 Leeper, Samantha 120 Lees, Carter 243 Leftwich, Allexus 169 Leggett, Luke 78 LeGrande, Brittany 72, 169 Lejano, Janna 77, 120, 282 Lejano, Jordan Lejano, Micah Lemaster, Brooke 137 Lemus, Denilson 137 Leslie, Anna 71, 169 Leslie, Charles Leslie, Hannah Leslie, Tyler Lester, Aaron Letsinger, Braydon 75, 154, 256 Lewallen, Katherine 75 Lewis, Anna 72 Lewis, David Lewis, Jenna 79, 137, 278 Lewis, Mackenzie 73, 137 Lewis, Sasha 73 Lewis, Mackenzie 137, 298 Li, Changlin Li, Chenyang 137 Li, Junyang Li, Minghao Li, Shujin Li, Zhirong Liang, Zheng Liao, Haogong Libby, Jamrs Libonati, Dawson Light, Rebecca 120 Lightfoot, Alexandra 120, 279 Liles, Noah 71 Lillard, Hunter 169 Lim, John 145, 178 Limburg, Michael Lin, Hannah Lin, Heather Linderman, Josiah Linge, Alexandra 169 Linton, Conner Lipford, Emily Lipp, Corinne 70, 169 Lipp, Landon Lisenbee, Toni Little, Anna 105 Little, David Little, Emma Little, Isaac 243 Littlejohn, Addison Liu, Manqi Liu, Yixun Liu, Yuxi Lively, Kristen 71 Lochala, Mary Loe, Kelsea 75 Loeffler, Ava 120 Logsdon, Hannah 70 Long, Abby 79, 169 Long, Emily Long, Grace 41, 79 Long, Haohua

Long, Onycha Longley, Benjamin Longley, Cooper Longley, Sawyer 78 Looney, Anneka 70 Lopez, Jair 72, 137, 279 Lopez, Julieta 154 Lopez, Taylor Loudermilk, Clayton Loudermilk, Olivia Lovell, Tucker 70, 169 Lovett, Kyla 154 Lowe, Alayna 72, 74 Lowe, Bradley Lowe, Caleb 73 Lowe, Claire 79, 154 Lowenstein, Alyson 75 Lowery, Victoria 72 137 Lowry, Bennett 75 Lowry, Madeline 75 Lu, Dianyu Lu, Ruiquiong Luallen, Madison 70, 170 Ludke, Morgan Lumpcik, Ronald Luna, Josephn Luna, Mya 170 Lund, Kristen 177 Luscombe, Hailey 77, 170 Lusk, Abbey Lusk, Cassandra 137 Luster, Logan 60, 72, 75, 120 Luther, Joseph 77, 137 Lynch, Cody 176 Lynch, Haley 71 Lynn, Audrey 72 Lynn, Haley Lynn, Jayda 79 Lynn, Rebecca Lynn, Ryan 78 Lynne, Suzanne

Mabe, Luke 243 MacDonald, Jessica Maciejek, Leo 78, 243 Mackie, Mallory 65, 77, 178 Macuil, Victoria Madden, Keely 71 Madding, Jake 243 Maddox, David Maddox, Ryanne Maddox, Sydney 75 Madill, Mary 177 Madkins, Chiquirra Magadu, Priscilla Magadu, Trisha Maguffee, Abigail 79, 137 Maguire, Tobey 146 Mahan, Morgan 71 Mahlangu, Thando Leeto Musa Mahon, Gabriel Major, Allison 71 Malec, Mikaela 71 Malik, Quentin 243 Malone, Emory 72

CLOSING

317

Manion, Devany Manley, Jewels 72 Mann, Courtney 71, 179 Manning, Brenda Manor, Caleb 294 Manry, Connor Manry, Luke Mansell, Tori Mansson, Kajsa 244 Maples, Cameron Maples, Connor Maples, Miah 170, 245 Maples, Morgan 170 Maples, Wyatt 78 Marcellus-Ojeda, Skyler 179 Marcellus, Skyler 179 Marcotte-Charette, Zachary 278 Marcum, Morgan 79, 137, 298 Mardis, Amiya Mare, Tracy 177 Markham, Sarah Marks, Sarah 73, 120 Marques, Jennifer 79, 120 Marroquin, Denis 120 Marsh, David Marshall, Camden Marshall, Colton 170 Marshall, Ellen 120 Marshall, Jay 243 Marshall, Lydia 137, 279 Marshall, Sydney 70, 154 Marshall, Thomas 137 Marshall, William Martinez Ortuno, Alicia 244 Martin, Abby 170 Martin, Addison 79, 154 Martin, Alyssa Martin, Caleb 78 Martin, Carys 66, 75, 120, 265, 284 Martin, Hallie 71, 75, 120 Martin, Kathryn 76, 137 Martin, Lila 75 Martin, Nicholas Martin, Owen 242 Martin, Romen 242 Martinez, Andrea 137 Martinez, David 33, 63, 78, 79, 137 Martinez, Zaily Masivi, Lionel 243 Mason, Cara 70, 245 Mason, Jasie 73, 242 Mason, Kaci 73, 242 Massoth, Madison 244 Massengale, Anna Masteller, Lauren 79, 154, 278 Master, Max 77 Masters, Abbey 62, 78 Masters, Max 77 Masters, Ruben 244 Mathews, Braden 73 Mathews, Malik 243 Mathis, Haley 242 Matlock, Alexander 120 Matlock, Ryan 74 Matonic, Kendralyn 137 Matsch, Victoria 74 Matson, Cole 78 Matthews, Madison

318

STUDENT INDEX

Maugeri, Emmaline Maupin, Cameron 269 May, Alexandria May, Anah May, Melissa 120 May, Scott 70, 75 Mays, Malik 243 Mayes, Bennett 72 Mayes, Kelcy 73 Mayes, Nathan 74, 77, 121 Mayes, Riley Maynard, Matthew 77, 259 Mayorga, Matthew 75, 120 Mays, Malik M’Bra, Aya McAfee, Maryn 82, 143 McAlister, Parker McAllister, Keiondre 243 McBride, Athya 75 McCabe, Michael McCall, Carter 242 McCall, Logan 242 McCallister, Tyler McCamy, Colin McClaran, Nathan 76 McClaran, Sara McClendon, Adrianna 77, 170 McClure, Regan, 71 McClure, Travis McConnell, Hannah 137 McCormac, Ellie McCormick, Brittany McCormick, Mason 74 McCormick, Matthew McCoy, Gus 243 McCoy, Joshua McCoy, Lilian McCracken, Haley McCrae, Rachel 245 McCulley, Gavin McCullar, Dulce 176 McCullough, Seth 74, 75, 137 McCurley, Jobey 70 McCurley, Zoe 75 McDaniel, Hadley 73, 137, 242 McDonald, Berkley McDonald, Bradin 75 McDonald, Brendon McDonald, Emma McDonald, Hannah 120 McDonald, Kyle 243 McDonald, Maddison 75 McDonald, Thomas McDonald, Tyler 78, 170 McDowell, Caleb McDuffie, Amanda 71 McElligott, Colin McElroy, Meghan 70, 170, 245 McEntire, Cameron 243 McFarland, Noah 137 McGalliard, Alexei McGalliard, Henry McGimsey, Anna 79, 120 McGinness, Drew 78 McGohan, Stephen McGuire, Aidan 74 McGuire, Reid 78 McHan, Sarah 75, 120

McHaney, Chloe McIntosh, Colin 70 McKinney, Abigail McKinney, Aric 244 McKinney, Kaylee 75, 170 McKinnon, Kelli 245 McKinnon, Skyler 245 McLain, Anna McLeland, Evin 170, 243 McMaster, Andrew McNally, Damon McNally, Kade 243 McNeal, Miya McNeel, Andrew 242 McNeel, Hunter McNeill, Carson 77 McNiel, Elizabeth 75, 154 McSpadden, Briana 79 McSpadden, Nathan, 75, 78 McWilliams, Garrett 78, 122 McWilliams, Lane Means, Jenna 75 Meehan, Nicholas 78, 122 Meeks, Madison 113, 117, 122 Megias Rubio, Nieves 170, 220, 243, 245 Meiners, Caroline 122 Mejia, Emily 137 Mellor, Annalise 75, 154 Mellott, Trevor 243 Melo, Luis 70 Melson, Campbell 77 Melton, Kayla 71, 154 Mendez, Christian 74, 122 Mendoza, Allison 71, 122 Meng, Kefan Mercer, Celena 154 Mercer, Colton Merches, Brayden 75, 122 Merches, Caleb 137 Meredith, William 214 Merroto, Caleb Metheny, Caroline 79 Meyer, Madison 29, 75, 155, 293, 295 Meyer, Maggie Mickey, Easton 72, 122 Mickholtzick, Emily Mihalko, Matthew 73, 77, 245 Miller Andrew 70 Miller, Anesah Miller, Bryce Miller, Caleb 77 Miller, Easton 77, 243 Miller, Gage Miller, Halle 79 Miller, Hallie Miller, Isaac 243 Miller, John Miller, Kaitlyn 75 Miller, Kelson 73 Miller, Lainey 70, 170 Miller, Maci Miller, Mariah 245 Miller, Nathan Miller, Paden 72, 74, 137 Miller, Rebekah 75 Miller, Sophia

Miller, Steaven Mills, Caleb Mills, Callie 122 Mills, Haley Mills, Justin Mills, Kaylee Milner, Timothy Milnes, Joshua 74 Minzler, Alexander 74 Mitchell, Brian Mitchell, Charissa 72, 122 Mitchell, David Mitchell, Denver Mitchell, Madyson 73 Mitchell, Peter Mix, Sidney Mohie, Hannah Mohon, Darby 70, 122 Mohorn, Eli 77 Money, Bailey 77, 137 Monn, Cooper 245 Montague, Emma 72 Montenegro, Julio 179 Montez, Antonio 78, 117 Montgomery, Holden 74, 78, 82, 122, 278, 279 Montgomery, Jackson 77, 138 Montgomery, Jalen 78 Montgomery, Keller 71, 155, 279 Montgomery, Macy 70, 155 Montgomery, Molly Montoya, Luis Moody, Dakota Moody, Lauren 138 Moon, Lindlee 71, 122 Moon, Aubrey Mooney, Ashley 138 Mooney, Jacob Moore, Abby 73 Moore, Aiden 71, 155 Moore, Bailey Moor, Brooklyn 73 Moore, Caily 79, 138 Moore, Cooper 75, 78 Moore, Daniel Moore, James Moore, Joseph Moore, McKenna 73, 244 Moore, Megan 79, 122 Moore, Mercedes 170 Moore, Stephen 138 Moore, Steven 78 Moore, Taylor 79 Moore, Tyler 242 Morales, Abraham 122, 292, 294 Morales, Litzy 122 Moralez, Marcos Morataya, Edwin 155 Morehead, Sarah 79, 245 Morgan, Evan 78, 155, 249 Morgan, Jacob 75 Morgan, James 78, 238 Morgan, Joshua 75 Morgan, Davis 242 Morgan, Nicole Morgan, Patterson Morgan, Seth 77, 242 Morgan, Sherrian

Morris, Alli 79 Morris, Chad Morse, Grace Morse, Jordan 245 Morse, Molley Moser, Julie 122 Moses, Joshua 279 Moshinsky, Kendall Mote, Ty 77 Motl, Brandon 71 Mounga, Michael Moyo, Andile 75, 170 Mudd, Jenna 75 Mudd, Jordan Mueller, Kayla 170 Muhammad, Aliyah Mullen, Kiana 72 Mullen, Thalia 75 Mullin, Madison 122 Mullins, Abigail 73 Mullins, Kathryn Muma, Shelby Munch, Carter Murphy, Allyson Murphy, James Murphy, John 75 Murray, Jonah 78 Musselman, Andrew 75, 122 Myers, Allie 122 Myers, Lydia Myhan, Emma 170, 279

Nichols, Jacory Nichols, Nikki Niece, Thomas Nieman, Collin 78 Nieme, Dara Nikolai, Emily Nilsson, Ashley 226, 227, 245 Nirk, Layton Nitz, Jared 244 Nix, Joshua 77 Nixon, Emily 75, 278 Nixon, James 78 Njeri, Briteney 79, 170 Nkosi, Bethany Noblin, Henry 78, 170 Noel, Jennifer Nolen, Tanner Noles, Cara Nonnenmacher, Nicholas Norris, Philip North, Joel Notgrass, Kendra Novonty, Madeline Novonty, Matthew Noyes, Kaci 74 Noyes, Maggie 74 Nuhung, Ariana 176 Nutt, Ashlyn 73, 155 Nutt, Derek 78 Nutt, Olivia 79, 113 Nwonumah, Chidozie

Naceanceno, Kaleb 214 Nadeau, Jenni 244, 245 Nash, Jaxon 75, 78, 295 Nash, Sherri Nash, Willie 243 Navarrete, Pedro 179 Neal, Ashley 73, 170 Neal, Karrisa 71 Neal, Lawson Neal, Tenisha 138 Neely, Anna 73 Neff, Jacelyn 73, 138 Neill, Jacob 71 Neill, Kendra 71, 259, 295 Neill, Tyler 71 Nelson, Gabrielle Nelson, Mia 74 Nelson, Nadia 74 Nelson, Sadie 74 Nesbitt, Allie 79, 170 Nesbitt, Johnathan 122 Nester, Val 70 Nestor, Claire 73, 242 Neth, Ryan 75 Neuhold, Larry 74 Neuhold, Timothy 170 Newman, Cody Newman, Michael Newsom, Connor 57, 66, 75, 78 Newsom, Jackson 77, 138 Newsom, Lacey Newsom, Tyler Nguyen, Sydney 75 Nichols, Caleb 243

Obeid, Wissem 244 O’Bryant, Lane Ockey, Christina 278 Ogden, Kathleen 79, 170 Ogden, Smith 78, 138 Okai, Bestynna 279 O’Keefe, Brendon 70, 138 O’Keefe, Connor 74, 155 Okonkwo, Brandon 243 Olive, Rachel 79, 155 Oliver, Jessie Oliver, Joseph 78, 155, 244 Oliver, McKenna 73 Olree, Brock Olree, Elizabeth 72, 155 Olree, Luke Olson, Curan O’Neal, Colin O’Neal, Lindsay O’Pry, Julia 170 O’Pry, Riley 73, 155, 295 Orall, Zachary Orr, Rusty 72 Ortiz, Daniel 245 Osborn, Justin Osborne, Jake 74 Osburn, Kelbie Ottenbacher, Morah 122 Otwell, Zachery 77 Ouimet, Rene’ 71, 155 Ovcharoca, Alice 245 Overman, Camille 75,138, 279 Overstreet, Cade Overton, Noah 75, 155

Oviedo-Rodriguez, Makyla 70, 138 Owen, Carter 170 Owen, Katie 73 Owens, Garrett Owens, Hannah 155 Owens, Jason 122 Owens, Matthew 75 Owens-Barquero, Hannah 155

Pace, Asher 71, 155 Pace, Layne 41, 78, 79, 138, 143 Pace, Reid Paden, McKenzie 172 Paden, Preston 243 Page, Carrie 122 Pahman, Leah 172 Paik, Crista 70, 138, 245 Palafox-Velasquez, Jennifer Palmer, Artess Palmer, Caroline 79, 279 Palmer, Meredith 129 Palmer, Rachel Palomino, Jaqueline 122 Paltjon, Ethan Paltjon, Evan 78 Pan, Yingxin Pang, Congyi Parcells, Alton Parchman, Nicholas Park, Connor 74 Parker, Anthony Parker, Belicia 70, 155 Parker, Brian 155 Parker, Celeste 74, 123 Parker, Elaina 70, 155 Parker, Halle 172 Parker, Kelsie Parker, Lindsey 73, 245 Parker, Madelyn 123 Parker, Noah Parks, Kyle Parrish, Austin 245 Parsons, Charlie 78 Partin, Emma 71, 138 Partlow, Timothy 53, 70, 75, 123 Passmore, Molly 131, 138, 243, 245 Pate, Levi 243 Patten, Asher 78 Patten, Sienna Patterson, Adam Patterson, Brandon 244 Patterson, Tyler 146 Patton, Emily Paul, Cameron 78 Paul, McCartney 73, 77 Paul, Nathaniel 71, 138 Paulhamus, Kaseenah 123 Payne, Caleb 77, 278 Peaney, Lauren Pearcy, William 74, 78 Pearson, Sarah Peek, Aubrey Pekinpaugh, Megan 73, 123 Penate, Cristina Pennington, Clay 155 Pennington, Tyler 179

Pepple, Caitlin Perez, Maria 75 Perkins, David 70 Perkins, Joshua 242 Perrett, Brendan 242 Perry, Jordyn 172, 244 Pesina, Marisa 23, 75, 123, 260 Peters, Austin Peters, Emily Peterson, Aleah 73, 242 Peterson, Alena Peterson, Ashlyn 218, 244 Peterson, Lacey Petousis, Georgios 244 Petrovic, Milosh 245 Pettigrew, Taighton Pettijohn, Holly Pettijohn, Rachel 62, 79, 138 Peveler, Trinity 279 Pffifner, Jacey 70 Pham, Estienne Pham, Nguyen 71 Phelps, Garbiella Phelps, Savannah Philbrick, William 74 Phillips, Bethany 70, 123 Phillips, Dylan Phillips, Elijah Phillips, Ethan 123 Phillips, James 75, 155 Phillips, Julianne Phillips, Kerri Phillips, Kylie 243, 245 Phillips, Sarah 74 Pickard, Grant 72 Pickett, Riley 245 Pierce, Brett 78 Pierce, Cayden 243 Pierola Lara, Diego Eduardo 245 Piershale, Grayson Pierson, Holley 71 Pigee, Racheal Pike, Mackenzie 82 Pike, Magdalene Pilgreen, Hunter Pillay, Berkeley 70, 155 Pillay, Easton 155 Pina, Diego Ping, Fan Pinson, Anna 72 Pipkin, Daniel 69, 76 Pistokache, Maegan 244 Pitcock, Jack 123 Pitts, Julis Plaia, Taylor Pletta, Mariella Plumlee, Hannah 123 Plunket, Bob 74 Podner, Evan 78 Poe, Allen 72 Poindexter, Ashanti 75, 155 Poindexter, Jaylee 155 Poindexter, Philemon Pojar, Paxton 73, 156 Polizzi, Karlene Pope, Namon 75, 79, 123, 279

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Poppe, Damaris Porter, Brittany Porter, Cayleigh Porter, Cody 74, 138 Porter, Courtney 77 Porter, Jacie Porter, Rachel 77, 172 Potter, Mark 13, 70, 123 Powers, Madison 167, 172 Powers, Mark 138 Powers, Mattie 167 Powers, Timothy 172 Powers, Zachary 71, 79, 123 Prater, Megan Prentice, Abigail 75, 156, 245 Presley, Roosevelt Preston, Chase 72, 171 Preston, Rebekah 70, 76, 123 Price, David 78, 172 Price, Gage 243 Price, Jackson 78 Price, Jordan Price, Sawyer 72, 172, 242 Prine, Karagan 79, 172 Prior, Addyson 79 Prior, Mallory 138 Pritchett, James Proffitt, Morgan 75, 271 Provence, Kamie 74 Provence, Taylor 74 Province, Addison Pruett, Micah Pruim, Jackson 243, 245 Pruitt, Benjamin 101 Pruitt, Stanton 78, 123 Pruitt, Sterling 79 Pugh, Cade 243

Qirjaqi, Enid 72 Qiraqi, Sheila Quattlebaum, Colby Quesinberry, Braden 77 Quinones, Yul 78 Quintero, Alberto 78, 138, 278

Rabb, Reagan Raburn, Braden 72, 172 Rackler, Jacquolin 72, 156 Radabaugh, Donald 74, 123 Radcliffe, Maggie 71, 156 Ragland, Natalie Raike, Ronald 71 Raines, Hannah 77 Raines, Stone Ralls, Jacob 73 Ramirez, Katherine Ramirez, Matthew 77 Ramisetti, Priscilla 156 Ramos, Christian Rampton, Ian 172 Rampy, Wyatt 78 Ramsey, Anna

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Ramsey, Jacob Ramsey, Jordan Ramsey, Reese 72 Randall, Nicole 156 Rardin, Andrew 71, 123 Ras, Kyle 74 Rawlins, Christopher 77 Ray, Landon 243 Ray, Noah 72, 123 Rayas, Bryan Raymond, Isaac 172 Rea, Toni Read, Claire 77, 156 Reagan, Christen 75 Ream, Katherine 77 Reasons, Molly Recinos, Elizabeth Reckell, Ocean 73, 123 Record, Julie 79 Reddell, Ryan Reece, Abbigale 70 Reece, Konnor 78, 138 Reece, Lindsey 70 Reed, Analee 77, 123 Reed, Bailey 79, 123 Reed, Braden 172 Reed, David 89 Reed, Kayla 79, 123 Reed, Phallen Reed, Rebecca 77, 123 Reed, Zachary 243, 245 Reeves, Matthew Reeves, Rachael 70, 172 Reeves, Will 78, 201, 245 Rehmel, Ashley 77, 156 Reinert, Ashley 245 Reinert, Tyler Reiser, Amy 75 Reiser, Nicholas 72 Rendon, Bryan 75, 77 Renner, Allison 71, 156 Renner, Breanna 72 Renteria, Adrian 244 Resolme, Susana Reyes, Norma Reynolds, Danny 72 Reynolds, Jacob 72, 258 Reynolds, Olivia 72, 172, 279 Reynolds, Payton 244 Reynolds, Sydney 160, 161, 243, 245 Reynolds, Thomas Rezentes, Abigail 167 Rhoades, Shelby 76, 123 Rhodes, Della 72 Rhoten, Landry Rice, Melea 156 Richards, Haley Richardson, Cooper 70, 71, 153 Richardson, Morgan 82, 167, 279 Richey, Christopher 78 Richey, Nate 243 Richey, Marianna Richmond, Mackenzie Richter, Abigail 77, 278 Rickard, Parker 72 Rickett, Caleb 156 Riddick, Issac Riddick, Joshua

Ridenour, Bailey 75, 156, 279 Riggs, Abigail 123 Riggs, Jake Riggs, Logan 71 Riggs, Makenna 77 Riggs, Noah 71 Riggsbee, Madeline Rigsby, Kaitlyn Risser, Daniel 70, 156 Ritchie, Bonnie 72 Rivera, Margarita Rivera, Moses 72, 245 Rivers, Jasmine 138 Rivers, Terry 71, 75, 172 Roach, Clayton 78 Roach, Rhett 77 Roach, Sally 78, 124 Roach, Sydney 179 Robbins, Elizabeth 278 Robbins, William 278 Roberts, Addison 72 Roberts, Adrian Roberts, Ashley 73 Roberts, Charlie Roberts, Jaylynne Roberts, Jordan 71 Robertson, Ashley Robey, Lillian Robin, Amber 229, 245 Robinson, Alissa 124 Robinson, Colton 74 Robinson, Madison 74 Robinson, Shedrick 243 Robinson, Zalen 179, 245 Robison, Angel Robison, Darian Robison, Jada 75, 135, 138, 287 Robison, Kaylynn Rockwell, Abbigail 72, 140 Roddy, Sarah 124 Roden, Hannah 75 Rodgers, Carson Rodrigues, Ricardo 245 Rodriguez, Alvaro 179 Rody, Cason 75 Roehr, Makenna 71, 140 Roetzel, Tayler 73 Rogers, Isabella 75 Rogers, Kyle 140 Rogers, Peyton 75 Roibal, Stacy 72 Roitsch, Nishayla Rojas, Ana Rojas, Elsie 124 Rollins, Hunter Rollins, Makayela Romberger, Dane 243 Romero, Lina 245 Rosciano, Duilio 179 Rose, Collin Rosenberger, Elizabeth Rosenthal, James 70, 156 Rosin, Jonathan Rosin, Zachary Ross, Levi 75 Ross, Matthew 77 Ross, Maxwell Ross, Milyn 75, 172

Rosser, Lucy 79, 172 Rossitto, Sophie 156 Roth, Tyler 73, 78, 242 Rowan, Davis 71, 77 Rowe, John 278 Rowland, Madyson 77, 124 Rowlett, Garrett Rowsey, Rebecca Royster, Peyton Rozell, Cody 72 Rubio, David Rubio, Madeline 78, 79, 140 Rudd, Maddison Ruffin, Jaci Ruiz, Katherine Ruiz, Liliana 124 Runnels, Joseph 172 Rupe, Samantha 244 Rupert, Kathryn Rush, Caleb 78 Rush, Elizabeth 38, 124, 274 Rush, Mason 78 Rush, Wilfred 243 Rushing, Hannah Russell, Dawn Russell, Macey 73, 156 Russell, Nathaniel Ruth, Leah 72 Rutherford, Peterjean 27, 214, 245 Ryan, Shane Rydl, Jessica 71 Rydl, Meghan

Saffle, Shannon 76 Salazar, Christopher Salvan, Morgan 245 Sampson, Bryan Samsill, Katie 79 Samuel, Jackson 71, 172 Samuelson, Deborah 140, 279 Sanchez, Brenda 75, 244 Sanchez, Camila Sanchez, Jimmie Sanchez, Jorge 78, 179 Sanchez, Melissa Sanchez, Sabrina 156 Sanders, Anna 73, 124 Sandlin, Katherine Sandlin, Melanie Sandlin, Perry Sandlin, Tasia Sanford, Darcy 3, 4, 66, 73, 124, 167, 245 Santiago, Ramiro 242 Santos, Andrea 71, 179 Saunders, Briley 75, 124 Savage, Jack 244 Savage, Nicole 79 Savage, Spencer 76, 78, 269 Sawyer, Samuel Saylor, Jackson 242 Scaife, Marlee 79 Schaefer, Isabel 71 Schisler, Abigail Schliffka, Abigail 77, 156

Schmeling, Faith 77, 172 Schmidt, Hailey 176 Schmitt, Kaitlyn 72, 156 Schmitz, Macian 74 Schnell, Kinley 245 Schonefeld, Daniel Schott, Caitlin 73, 76, 124 Schuler, Emma 73 Schuler, Thomas 77 Schwyhart, Jennifer Scipper, Addie 73, 124 Scott, Alyssa 72, 140 Scott, Amber 77, 140 Scott, Cameron 243 Scott, Garrett Scott, Hannah Scott, Josie 75, 156 Scott, Madison 79, 124, 279 Scott, Olivia 79, 279 Scrivener, Kayli 75 Seaman, Sean Seay, Carter 71, 156 Seger, Olivia Seibert, Hannah 74 Self, Michael Sellers, Caroline 73, 156 Selvidge, Elizabeth 172 Sendra, Alejandro Setzer, Jacob Sewell, Amy 111 Sewell, Mary Vander 73, 245 Sexton, Tanner 73, 77 Sexton, Taylor Seymore, Ashley Shafer, Juliet 124 Shahinllari, Gabriela Shanachilubwa, Kyle Shanks, Gracie 75 Shannon, McKenzie Shannon, Peyton 71 Shano, Nicole 218, 244 Shappard, Landon Shappley, Cameron 74, 124, 294 Shappley, Mason 59, 74, 156 Sharbine, William Sharp, Katherine 75, 140 Shasteen, Janie 156 Shaw, Faith Shaw, Hunter Shaw, Gauge 156 Shaw, Wesley Shearer, Benjamin 53, 70, 78 Sheamire, Camri Sheehy, Jake Sheffield, Stone 243 Shelburne, Abel 71, 158 Shelby, Dean 172 Shell, Lauren 245 Shelton, Carlie Shelton, Ellie 37, 72, 73, 140 Shelton, Mallory Shepard, Reese Shepard, Riley 72, 73, 242 Shepherd, Avrey Shepherd, Samantha 74 Shero, Malachi 71, 140 Sherping, Tenzing Dorji Shew, Tin 140

Shewmaker, Samuel Shields, Carter 74, 75, 124 Shields, Anna Grace 242 Shipman, Marron 79 Shirel, William 71, 278 Shirey, Evan Shirey, Ross 242 Shive, Keegan 243 Shockley, Caleb 57, 172 Shockley, Joshua 75, 79, 140, 282 Shoemaker, Abby 140 Shoemaker, Cole Short, Michela 173 Short, Tara 140 Showalter, Abby 73 Shukhart, Erik 243 Shultz, George 78 Shumate, Tanner Shuttleworth, Staci 70, 124 Sibert, Faith 73, 124, 225 Sides, Kylie Sides, Megan 71, 124 Sidders, Caroline 245 Sierra, Cristhian 124 Siklosi, Elise 173 Silva, Susan Simmons, Austin Simmons, Jessica 158 Simmons, Megan Simmons, Randy Simpson, Nickolas Simpson, Ryan 78, 158 Sims, Peyton 75 Sims, Seth Sims, Sloane Sinclair, Omar 243 Singer, Brayden Singkhek, Thalia Sinha, Megha 73 Sipe, Carter 77 Skinner, Bobby Skinner, Elise Skipworth, Halen 74, 158 Slate, Carly 55, 62, 79 Slater, Caroline 72, 158, 295 Slater, Jordan Slatton, Collin 75, 158 Slayton, Carli 71, 158 Sleddge, Megan 72, 73 Sleege, Andrew 71, 173 Sliker, Abbey Slinkard, Layla Sloan, Benjamin 78 Sloan, Eva 74 Smith, Alexis 71 Smith, Allison 73 Smith, Anna 71 Smith, Annabeth 79 Smith, Ashley 75, 124 Smith, Braden 78 Smith, Brendan 75 Smith, Carissa Smith, Cody 242 Smith, Collin Smith, Daniel 71, 158 Smith, Eli 75, 173 Smith, Elise Smith, Emily 245

Smith, Emma 66, 73, 158 Smith, Emma Smith, Everett Smith, Ezra Smith, Faith 75, 96, 97, 124, 279 Smith, Gabriel Smith, Garrett 78 Smith, Grayson Smith, Hallie 79 Smith, Holton Smith, Hope 124 Smith, Joshua Smith, Kaylee 70 Smith, Kelsey Smith, Kiera 244 Smith, Lauren 70, 158 Smith, Lena Smith, Logan 75, 245 Smith, Luke Smith, Maci Smith, Madelyn Smith, Madison 243, 245 Smith, Mary Alice 173 Smith, Michael Smith, Olivia Smith, Rosana 75 Smith, Savannah Smith, Shelby 278 Smith, Summer Smith, Tammy Smith, William Smith, Zachery 243 Smith, Zoe 75, 124, 279 Smither, Loren Smitherman, Parker 79, 244 Smithie, Taylor Smithie, William 73 Smithson, Michael Smithson, Stetson 242 Smoot, Amanda Smyser, Ashley 71, 124 Snow, Aaron Snow, Ashton 74 Soisouvanh, Elizabeth Solak, Ada Solar, Robert Solis, Lizzeth Solomon, Erin 71, 79, 126 Soto, Lizzie 158 Soto, Matthew 176 Soto, Micaiah Southerland, Brent 242 Spainhour, Payton 158 Spann, Bonnie 75, 149 Sparks, Hannah 244 Sparks, Macey 126 Spaulding, Haydon 72, 243, 245 Spears, Elijha Spears, Mallory 73 Spears, Sophie 62, 79 Spears, Tessa 79, 173 Spelce, Nicolas 126 Spencer, Kara Spencer, Trey 78 Spicer, Jhalen 243 Spivy, Mason 158 Spradlin, Ian Spraggs, Seth

Sprawls, Sydney 75 Springman, Sheridan Springman, Sutton 73 Spurlock, Quincey 75 Ssekimpi, Mark St. Clair, Caleb 70, 173 St. Clair, Kalie 75, 179 Stacy, Catherine 75 Staggs, Noah 74, 75, 140 Stahly, Denali 70, 173 Stair, Sarah 173 Stanford, Rebecca 75, 140 Starck, Aleea Starck, Camille 126, 278 Starck, Seth Starks, Matthew 173, 278 Starling, Darcey 77 Stebbins, Lillian 158 Stebbins, Samuel 78, 158, 249 Steele, Shelby Steelman, Gracie Steggerda, McKenzie Steil, Emma 75 Stein, Susannah 75 Steiner, Mike Stephens, Chad 78, 126 Stephens, Chyna Stephens, Lauren 76 Stephens, Rebecca Stephens, Tian-Xing 149 Stephenson, Kaylie 70, 158 Stephenson, Thomas Stepp, Chansley Sterbenz, Tyler 244 Stettheimer, Mary Stetzinger, Emily 77, 140 Stevens, Madison 77, 158 Stevenson, Alexandra 74 Stevenson, Nicholas 75, 79, 279 Steward, Carson 175 Stewart, Carson 78, 158 Stewart, Elizabeth 73 Stewart, John Stewart, John David 78, 126, 279 Stewart, Lauren Stewart, Peyton Stewart, Samuel 72 Stewart, Tim Stickels, Kaylee 173 Stickney, Daniel Still, Rachel Stilley, Gayla 77, 140 Stine, Skyler 158 Stinnett, Abigail 126, 278 Stinnett, Connie Stinnett, Emily 32, 79, 158 Stirrup, Megan 71 Stites, Kayla 126 Stitt, Jerimiah 71, 158 Stitt, Mikaela 70, 126 Stockbridge, Madison Stone, Paul 72 Stoner, Ally 79, 228, 245 Storts, Samantha Story, Rachel Story, Sarah Stout, Blake 140, 269, 278 Strain, Shelby 140

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Stramrood, Celia 245 Strasser, Spencer 70 Stratton, Shelby Strickland, Grace 76 Strom, Richard Strother, Carson 74 Strother, Casidy 73 Strydom, Carson Stubblefield, Kinsey Stubbs, Noah Stull, Caleb 242 Stump, Christian 77 Su, Jing Su, Shi Suddath, Olivia 79 Suffridge, Garrison Sugg, Elisabeth Sula, Denis Summerhill, Jacob Sumner, Hunter Sun, Chenle Sundermeier, Emily 70, 131, 140, 295 Sutherlin, Grayson 70 Sutton, Joshua 173 Sutton, Macaully 73 Sutton, Melody 77, 91, 126 Swain, Dillon Swain, Maggie 75 Swann, Anna 75 Swede, Carson 79, 278 Sweeney, Jordan 73, 126 Sweeting, Alaina Swindle, Elijah Swindle, Isaac Syrotchen, Josiah 77 Szarzynska, Kinga 243, 245 Szostek, Tyler

Tabor, Corinne 79, 140 Tabor, Sydney 77, 126, 160, 243, 245 Tabor, Ryan Tacker, Joshua Tacker, Shelby 140 Tackett, Aimee Tackwell, Sierra Taft, Michael Tallie, Lawson Tandy, Catherine 46, 72 Tandy, Sam 243 Tansky, Lillian 219, 244 Tarrant, Isaac Tatch, Mary 179 Tate, Brittany 70 Tate, Cody Tatom, Noelle Tatom, Reid 77 Taylor, Andrew 73 Taylor, Austin 78, 158 Taylor, David Taylor, Eden Taylor, Estela Taylor, Grace Taylor, Jacob Taylor, Lauren 140

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Taylor, Michelle 73, 158 Taylor, Morgan 71 Taylor, Sarah 79 Taylor, Zachary 72 Teague, Dawson 75, 158 Teague, Peyton Tebow, Rachel 62, 79, 140 TeBeest, McKinley TeGrootenhuis, Tessa 245 Tellez, Morgan Templeman, Isabelle 71, 141 Templeton, James 78 Templeton, Georgia 244 Templeton, Spencer Tenery, Greer 72 Tercero, Martin 179 Terral, Ethan 78 Terry, Joseph 244 Tetrault, Erin Thacker, Jaxon Thang, Kham Thang, Nawn 244 Thatcher, Bella 173 Theisen, Kathryn Theofildes, Alexis Thibodeaux, Sophie 73 Thomas, Anna 73 Thomas, Blaine 70, 158 Thomas, Cale 72 Thomas, Daniel Thomas, James 74, 77 Thomas, Josie Thomas, Logan 278 Thomas, Matilyn 242 Thomas, Matthew Thomas, Nathan Thomas, Tracy Thompson, Alyssa 79 Thompson, Andrew 77 Thompson, Ashley Thompson, Benjamin 78, 141 Thompson, Guila Thompson, Nizhoni 131, 141, 243, 245 Thompson, Rebekah Thompson, Sarah Thorman, Jorey 242 Thorn, Sarea Thornhill, Elizabeth 71, 159 Thornock, Nicole 71 Thornton, Lillian 54, 173 Thornton, Sadie 126, 139 Threlkeld, Davis Thrift, Courtney Thurber, Madison Thurman, Micah 70 Thweatt, Carter 78 Tidwell, Lauryn 75 Tidwell, Megan Tillett, Avery Tiller, Grant 78 Tilley, Bethany 141 Tilley, Lindsey 70, 173 Tillman, Audrey 73 Timms, Weston Tindel, Kelli 71, 173, 244 Tirado, Luis 245 Todd, Andrew

Todd, Peyton 77, 141 Tognaci, Cambria 45, 71 Toler, Austin 243 Tollett, Grace Tollett, Paige Tomlinson, Cecil Tomlinson, Erin 126 Tomlinson, Kierstin 73 Tomlinson, Patricia Tomme, Avery 74 Toney, Natalie 126, 245 Toth, Sophia 72, 111, 149 Touchton, Fischer 75 Toungette, Stacy 79 Townsdin, James 77, 243, 278 Townsley, Kendall 159, 243, 245 Toye, Alyssa 71, 173 Trahin, Jarrod 78, 79, 126 Tramel, Kendall 244 Traughber, Brayden Traughber, Eric 70, 71 Traylor, Hannah 76, 173 Treece, Luke Trevino, Pablo Trice, Jada 159, 214, 243, 245 Trickey, Madalyn Triplett, Lauren 75, 173 Trithart, Abigail 73, 126 Tritschler, Kayleigh 74, 295 Trone, Emma Truesdail, Alexis 45 Tubbs, Holly 126, 282, 294 Tucker, Bobby Tucker, Cameron 243 Tucker, Kristy 126 Tuiono, Anuanu 243 Tumbleson, Miles 70, 72 Turley, Ryan 78, 126 Turley, Travis 78, 141 Turman, Cooper 74 Turnage, Nicholas Turner, Benjamin Turner, Brooklyn 126 Turner, Charli 72 Turner, Cynthia 76, 173 Turner, Eloise Turner, Hannah Turner, Joshua 73, 126 Turner, Kate 72 Turner, Krista 126 Turner, Mckenzie 176 Turner, Rebekah Turner, Tyler 242 Tutt, Jessica Tuttle, Kaylie

Uk, Ani Ukpanah, Kemfon Umezurike, Esomchi Unate, Anna Maria Underwood, Avery 79 Underwood, Jonathan 78, 173, 243 Ungerbuehler, Dakota 70, 75, 141 Urbina, Julia 72, 126 Urueta, Jesus 179

Usery, Easton

Valdez, Wagner 159 Valente, Thomas 243, 245 Valle, Benjamin Van Dijk, Lisa 75 Van Dover, Luke 242 Van Eaton, Madalyn 126 Van Eldik, Allison 127 VanBrunt, Ashton 79, 127 Vance, Dylan 74 Vanderstoel, Jolene Vanlandingham, Cooper 242 Vanlandingham, Wyatt VanOrder, Charles Vanwinkle, Kristin Vargas, Mariel 75 Vargas-Torres, Cecelia 159 Varner, Jackie 78 Vasel, Rebecca Vaughn, Candace Vaughn, Jonathan 72 Vaughn, Marlee 79, 173 Vaugh, Nathan Vaughn, Nora 79, 279 Vaughn, Savannah 79 Vaught, Emma Vaught, Macey 10, 75, 127 Vaught, McKenna 19, 75, 173 Vega, Genesis Veltema, Emma Venable, Nicolas Venable, Rachael Ventura, Melissa 244 Vesperman, Bailey 127 Vest, Abby Vetal, Zachary 242 Viciere, Lith-Amar Vick, Jacob 127 Vick, Jenna 71, 127 Vick, Sydnie Vickrey, Laura Vildes Aguilar, Fenando Vielmette, Joanna 75 Vielmette, Nathan Vo, Phuc Vo, Vinh Vollmer, Noah Von Luckner, Aja 179 Voss, Anna Voss, Ashlyn Voss, Avery

Waddill, Briley Wade, Grant Wade, Samuel 72, 173 Wade, Shealyn Waeles, Thibault 27, 243, 245 Waggoner, Faylyn Waggoner, Seth Waggoner, Zavier 173 Wagner, Athena

Wagner, Elizabeth 77, 159 Wagner, Emilee Waldron, Cassidy 79, 141 Walker, Abigail Walker, Alex Walker, Bryce 78, 245 Walker, Darby 174 Walker, David 74 Walker, Elisabeth Walker, Emily Walker, Hayes 77 Walker, Julia Walker, Kade 171, 174 Walker, Kenyon Walker, Kristen 75 Walker, Logan 74 Walker, Maverick Walker, Oric 243 Walker, Phillip 72 Walker, William Walker Jr, Oric Walkup, Grady Wall, Jonathan Wallace, Doreen Wallace, Nathaniel 74, 78, 243 Wallace, Reed Wallace, Rolland 243 Wallace, Steven Walle, Rachel Waller, Landon 73, 77 Waller, Loren 72 Waller, Nora 78, 79, 141 Walling, Andrew 78 Walls, Adrianna 127, 282 Walls, Evan 78, 141 Walls, Jonathon 245 Walters, Campbell 71, 141 Walters, Kelbey 174 Walton, Faith 76, 141 Walton, Jackson 74 Walton, Lindsay Wan, Xiaolin Wang, Rui Wang, Wei Dong Wang, Xianghui Ward, Aniston Ward, Brandi Ward, Brandon-Kyle Ward, Ethan Ward, Hannah 71, 159 Ward, Jake 70, 274 Ward, Leah Ward, Nathan Warford, Noah 174 Warren, Valentino 75, 279 Watkins, David Watkins, Jessica 77 Watrous, Daniel 243, 245 Watson, Anna 79 Watson, Ashli 127 Watson, Baylee Watson, Erin Watson, Gracen Watson, Gregory Watson, Jay Watson, Krishaun 214, 245 Watson, Macy Watson, Mattingly Watson, Michael

Waugh, Faith 244 Wear, Ryan Weatherford, Jacob 72, 174 Weaver, Martha 278 Weaver, Peyton 75 Webb, Alaina Webb, Andrew Webb, Ashley Webb, Bo 159 Webb, Harley 174 Webb, Hayley 73 Webb, Landon 74, 127 Webb, Roc 78 Weber, Emma 72, 174 Weber, Laura 72 Webster, Rashonda Weeks, Gabrielle 75 Weeks, William Weibel, Amanda Weiner, Ethan Weinhardt, Allison 127 Weiskirch, Paige Weiss, Erin 75 Welch, Davis Welch, Emma Welch, Princess Weldon, Ethan 71, 174 Welch, Emma 244 Welch, Davis 242 Welter, Calla 75, 141 Wesley, Jenna 79 Wesley, Joshua West, Alexandra West, Hannah 70 West, Jordan 78, 242 West, Maura 75 Westbrook, Alina 77, 127, 278 Westbrook, Anna 75 Westbrook, Samuel 71 Westbrook, Theodore Wester, Danaisha 71, 141 Wester, Michael 71, 159 Westerman, Mary Whaley, Aaron Wheadon, Rebekah 73, 141 Whitacre, John 78 Whitaker, Jacqueline 78, 79, 141 Whitby, Cannon 77 White, Abigail White, Alyson 20, 24, 71, 127 White, Ava 73, 174 White, Conner 71, 174 White, Connor 70, 75 White, Deborah 141 White, James White, JoAnna 245 White, Phoebe White, Ross 233, 244 White, Sage 242 White, Sierra 75, 245 White, Will 243 Whitehorn, Emily 23, 79, 141 Whitener, Casey Whitis, Zach 242 Whitmire, Daniel 77 Whittington, Hallie 72 Whittlesey, Allison Wicker, Sarah 45, 77 Wicklund, Kobe 244

Wicks, Haley 73 Wideman, Justin 141 Wiedower, Bryce 77 Wiedower, Marilyn 174 Wiewore, Kristen Wilcke, Clinton Wilcke, Robert 243 Wilcox, Alicen 70 Wilcox, Grant 74 Wild, Mckenzie Wild, Trevor Wilder, Noah 73, 127 Wiles, Kaelan 72 Wilkerson, Jacob 77 Wilkie, Hannah 73, 174 Wilkie, Michaela 73, 127 Wilkins, Katelyn Wilkins, Kathryn 73 Wilkinson, Annie Wilkinson, Emilie 75, 174 Willhite, Sarah 127 Williams, Allie 179 Williams, Anna Williams, Bree Williams, Brylan 245 Williams, Callie 71, 159 Williams, Caleb 70 Williams, Camryn Williams, Celena 71 Williams, Cheyenne 127 Williams, Colt 72 Williams, Cordell 71, 127 Williams, Emma 79 Williams, Enoch 243 Williams, Hannah 72, 281 Williams, Justus 70, 127 Williams, Kadyn 76, 127 Williams, Laken 77, 174 Williams, Macailah 70, 127, 278 Williams, Naim Williams, Presley 77 Williams, Rachel 70, 129, 159 Williams, Robert Williams, Sidney Williams, Thomas 70, 174 Williams, Tyler Williams, V’onte Williams, Walker Williamson, Cole 77, 259 Williamson, David Williamson, Lindsey Williamson, Lydia 141 Williamson, Summer 73, 244 Willingham, Stone 72 Willis, Allison 72, 159 Willis, Benjamin 74 Willis, Hunter 243 Willis, Taryn Willis, Tyrika Willmon, Jeana 71, 159 Wills, Macie 74 Wilson, Chole Wilson, Christian 75 Wilson, Emma 77 Wilson, Franklin 73 Wilson, McKenzie 75 Wilson, Megan Wilson, Preston Wilson, Samuel 223, 243

Wilson, Tyrone 243 Winchester, Brayden 70, 159 Windon, Tyler 78, 283 Winfree, Grace 62, 79, 159, 283 Winiger, Emma 245 Winnings, Kodie 244 Wisdom, Allison 72, 281 Wisner, Alexandra Withem, Colin 70 Witherow-Pruitt, Allison 72 Witt, LilyAnne 38 Witzke, Christopher 242 Woechan, Kaeli 70, 174 Woessner, Jessica Wold, Nicholas Wolf, Adison 79, 141 Wolf, Alaina 174 Wolf, Charles 75, 278 Wolf, Trevor 72 Wolfe, Daniel 71 Wolfe, Hannah 127, 279 Wolfe, Hudson 174 Wolfe, Landon Wolfe, Logan Woltman, Brianna Womack, Abigail 45, 141 Womack, Averie 260 Womack, Jessiah 78 Womble, Hayley 282 Womble, Matthew 73, 127 Wombold, Chelsey Wood, Ethan Wood, Hannah 159, 244 Wood, Jacob 245 Wood, James 73, 77 Wood, Jonathan 78, 174 Wood, J’Varius 243 Woodall, Hunter 73, 281 Woodham, Hunter Woods, Virginia 79 Woodward, Eleanor 75 Woody, Mark 78 Woolford, William 71 Wooten, Danielle 127 Word, Kayla 174 Word, William 77 Wornock, Bryan 71, 278 Worrell, Macey Wright, Corbin 71, 78, 174 Wright, Emily 70, 141 Wright, Harrison Wright, Ian 74 Wright, James Wright, Joseph 71, 77, 159 Wright, McKenna 127, 282 Wright, Nathanael 77 Wright, Sarah 77, 159 Wright, William 159 Wrigley, Morgan 79 Wrigley, Shiloh 72 Wu, Di Wu, Jiyang Wu, Weijian Wyatt, Charity Wyckoff, Violet

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Xhaferaj, Sofia 70 Xia, Renci Xiao, Fan Xie, Zhaohao Xu, Qingqing

Yakel, Ryder 242 Yan, Taiqing Yan, Yin Yates, Alec 78 Yates, Brian Yates, Heath Ye, Guojie 74 Yeager, Javan 141 Yingling, Jarret 127 York, Meleri You, Luyao Young, Alisa 141 Young, Anaka Young, Annesly 127, 282, 295 Young, Caleb 78 Young, Erin Young, Erin Young, Jeremy Young, Justin Young, McKenna 77 Yount, Daniel Yu, Sijie Yu, Zhuoutan Yuan, Zijie Yukich, Mary 179 Yurcho, Todd 71, 280

Zebro, Naomi Zehner, Keenan 76 Zelaya, Jose 159 Zelaya, Luis 179 Zerby, Jaden 72, 245 Zeringue, Khent 74 Zhang, Jun Zhang, Tingwei Zhang, Tiying Zhang, Xiao Zheng, Lu Zheng, Melody Zhou, Qianxiao Ziegenbalg, Kyle Ziegler, Luke 78, 174 Zustak, Lukas

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DEFINITIONS 2020-21 EDITION Active Cases Students or employees in isolation due to a positive COVID-19 test.

Close Contact Someone who has been within 6 feet of an infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more, with or without a cloth face mask, over a 24-hour period starting from 2 days before illness onset until the time the person who has tested positive is isolated.

Family Unit Members of the same house, suite or room, are considered “family” and are therefore not required to wear face masks or social distance in the living quarters.

Herd Immunity A situation in which a sufficient proportion of a population is immune to an infectious disease (through vaccination and/or prior illness) to make its spread from person to person unlikely.

Isolation

Those who test positive for COVID-19 must be isolated. Isolation lasts 10 days from either onset of symptoms or a positive COVID-19 test and continues until you are fever-free for 24 hours (without fever-reducing medications) and symptoms are improved.

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Mask Mandate Required face coverings over nose and mouth in large groups or public areas.

Quarantine Anyone who has been in close contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19, or is awaiting COVID-19 test results, must be quarantined according to guidelines set forth by ADH and/or CDC. Standard quarantine procedure is 14 days from the day of exposure.

Social Distancing Maintaining a minimum of 6 feet of distance from members outside of living sitation to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Zoom Fatigue Feelings of exhaustion due to the overuse of virtual learning platforms.

DEFINITIONS PROVIDED BY THE HARDING UNIVERSITY ONLINE COVID DASHBOARD AND CDC GLOSSARY AS OF MARCH 20, 2021.

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