David Drury / Steve DeNeff : Author new book

Steve DeNeff and David Drury (alumni of IWU) author new book series.

www.soulshift.com

Read an excerpt of SoulShift: The Measure of a Life Transformed by Steve DeNeff and David Drury.

God has more for your church than you can imagine! Join authors, Steve DeNeff and David Drury, as they offer a powerful and practical approach to spiritual formation. Learn seven key shifts that God's Spirit causes in the hearts, minds, and behaviors of Christians that will empower and unite your church for growth and ministry. SoulShift will move you and your church from perfomance-driven religion to life-transforming relationship . . . for the rest of your lives!

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Alumnus – New Principal at Hopkins County Schools

Richey earned bachelor’s degrees in education (K-6) and special education (K-12) at Morehead State University, where she also played basketball. She received her master’s degree in reading and writing education from Murray State University, her Rank 1 in curriculum and instruction from Indiana Wesleyan and her principal’s certification from University of the Cumberlands.

She is also a humanities and reading instructor at Madisonville Community College. She and her husband, Nathan Richey, have two children, Dillon, 9, and Reese, 4.

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Old College Church set for demolition …

In preparation for the proposed Science and Nursing Building, the demolition of Old College Church on the traditional Marion campus has been scheduled to occur during the month of August.  The building will be razed and the site leveled prior to the arrival of freshmen students at the end of August.
On August 1, the site of Old College Church will be secured within a fenced area and become the property of Weigand Construction Co.   Weigand is responsible for contracting the demolition and will have full control of the area effective on this date.  Prior to that date, they will be in the process of installing the fence and identifying the perimeters of the construction zone.
Between now and July 31st, IWU will be salvaging materials from the building.  While most items in the building have already been spoken for, we still have numerous church pews which could be available provided they could be removed no later than July 31st
Please use caution when traveling in the area of the north campus as construction vehicles will also be in this area.  Effective September 1st, you can expect to see minor changes in traffic routes in the north campus.  
You may send any questions to:  operations@indwes.edu
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William Killian authors poetry book

…here’s the media kit on my new book, From The Balcony – poetry from Italy.  The book is the result of our 50th wedding anniversary celebration in Italy – what a joy it was! Bill & Linda Killian.


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IWU Alumni from 92 – Today’s Chronicle

Jacob takes over IUPUI soccer

IWU grad to keep Jaguars moving forward

By Matt Wilson
mwilson@chronicle-tribune.com

Published: Saturday, July 9, 2011 2:06 AM EDT

Isang Jacob’s journey to the United States that started with playing soccer at Indiana Wesleyan University has landed him his first head-coaching job.

Jacob, who was born in Nigeria, was recently announced as the new men’s soccer coach at Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis. Jacob takes over for Steve Franklin.

“I plan to do well and keep the program moving forward,” Jacob said. “I have been around IUPUI previously as an assistant coach, so I know they have a great program.”

Jacob graduated from Indiana Wesleyan in 1992. During his time with the Wildcats, he was a three-time All-Mid-Central Conference and two-time National Christian College Athletic Association All-American with the Wildcats.

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“Marion will always have a special place in my heart,” Jacob said. “That was my first home I had in America.”

Following his time at Indiana Wesleyan, Jacob was invited to train with the Nigerian Senior National Team while also attempting to start his professional career. He played with the Houston Force and the Indianapolis Blast in the American Professional Soccer League.

Jacob then became the top assistant at IUPUI in 1995 and helped lead the Jaguars to their first NCAA Tournament berth in 2000. Jacob was with IUPUI from 1995 through 2002, and during that time the Jaguars averaged more than nine wins per season.

“I’m honored and humbled to take over a program like IUPUI,” Jacob said. “I had helped them out in the past as an assistant, and they had a lot of success then. I’m just really thankful that the search committee is giving me this opportunity and is helping me get back to Indianapolis.”

During his time at IUPUI, Jacob also was the director and owner of the Screaming Eagles Soccer Camp, a position he held until 2009. Jacob then got back into the college ranks and for the past two seasons was an assistant coach at Penn State. He was the recruiting coordinator for the Nittany Lions.

Jacob helped the Nittany Lions to back-to-back NCAA Tournament berths and a combined 26 wins during the two seasons. This past fall, Penn State finished 14-8-1 and reached the Big 10 championship match. Penn State defeated Old Dominion in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament before losing to No. 2 Maryland in the semifinals.

“I could not have found a better place to prepare myself for my first head coaching job than Penn State,” Jacob said. “I loved the school and the campus and they had a very good team.”

Jacob won’t be the only Marion connection at IUPUI next season. Matt Guy, a 2008 Marion High School graduate, enters his senior year with the Jaguars. Guy, a forward, played in all 19 matches for IUPUI last year and ranked third on the team with 20 shot attempts. He had the match-tying goal in a 2-1 win over Oakland (Mich.) on Oct. 2.

Guy is one of six returning seniors for the Jaguars.

“My top priority is to bring in soccer players that really fit IUPUI, both academically and athletically,” Jacob said. “I want to recruit players that are going to graduate and get their diploma from IUPUI, and then turn around and be champions in whatever they decide to do.”

IUPUI finished last season 9-8-2 and lost to Oakland 3-0 in the opening round of the Summit League Tournament. 

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Dr. Todd Voss Named Southern Wesleyan University President

It is with sadness and yet with sincere congratulatory enthusiasm that I announce that Dr. Todd Voss has today accepted the position of President at Southern Wesleyan University, our sister institution in Central, South Carolina.

I have had the privilege of working with Dr. Voss for the past seven years and know him to be an amazing dynamic and creative leader. His commitment and passion for Christian higher education, his Christian character and his high energy leadership qualifications are an excellent fit for his new role as a university president.

Since joining Indiana Wesleyan University’s administrative staff in 1989 as Vice President for Student Development, Dr. Voss has played a key role in making the IWU campus a place where students, faculty, guests and visitors feel welcome. He has brought a unique sense of creativity and passion for community that is reflected in the campus facilities and culture that we enjoy today.

Dr. Voss served as IWU Vice President for Student Development for 18 years. In 2007, he was named Executive Vice President where he provided senior-level leadership for student life, spiritual life, information technology, facilities and operations and athletics.

We are grateful for the 22 years of outstanding service Dr. Voss has provided the IWU community. While we know that the resignation of Dr. Voss will be a loss for IWU, we can rest in the assurance that Southern Wesleyan University’s best days are ahead.

Please join me in congratulating Todd and Julie, and offering our best wishes and heartfelt prayers as he assumes the presidency at Southern Wesleyan University on July 1st.

Dr. Voss will succeed Dr. David Spittal, who retired after serving as SWU President for the last 18 years. Somewhat coincidentally, Dr. Spittal was a Vice President at IWU when he accepted the offer to head Southern Wesleyan.

In the coming days I will provide information on structural plans following Dr. Voss departure. I want to reassure the IWU family what I know we believe – God will provide for our needs as we transition to new leadership in the areas under Todd’s responsibility. Pray that God will give wisdom and guidance to us during these times of transition.

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Alumni author Faith Legacy are featured on Family Life Today

Jim and Jerolyn Bogear on FamilyLife Today
 

Jim and Jerolyn Bogear, authors of Faith Legacy: Six Values to Shape Your Child’s Journey, will be on FamilyLife Today April 28th and 29th in an interview with Dennis Rainey and Bob Lepine entitled "Faith Legacy."


Jim and Jerolyn bring biblical knowledge and perspective to raising children in today’s culture, along with the experience of having raised three of their own. Jim has more than twenty years of experience in ministry as a youth pastor, pastor, and parent. Jerolyn has a background in English and teaching and has home schooled their three children for more than twelve years.
 
The FamilyLife national radio shows provide practical answers drawn from the bible to issues facing couples and families today to over 9 million listeners each week. For information on FamilyLife Today and archived interviews, visit www.familylifetoday.com. To find when FamilyLife Today airs on your local station click HERE.

For more information, please visit www.wesleyan.org/wph.

 

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