Summer 2009 events at Goshen College

All events are open to the public and are free unless otherwise noted.

Through Aug. 14
Art exhibit:  "Full Circle: Old and New Quilts and Quilters," Good Library Gallery
Mennonite and Amish quilts from the collection of Rebecca Haarer set a historical context for the original designs of master quilters Edith Shanholt, lifelong resident of Elkhart and LaGrange counties, and Claire Baker, native of California. The exhibit demonstrates continuity in the local tradition as well as influences to and from quilters who come from around the world to quilt circle gatherings in north central Indiana. Sponsored by the Mennonite-Amish Museum Committee. The exhibit is up through Aug. 14, 2009.
For summer hours, call (574) 535-7427. July 13-Aug. 3, group tours only.

June
7-Sept. 13
Art exhibit: David Baker, painting and Jerry Catania, glass, Hershberger Art Gallery
The gallery will exhibit watercolor paintings by artist David Baker, who teaches art through Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac. Additionally, he shares the gallery with Jerry Catania, an artist in glass sculpture from Benton Harbor, Mich. A reception will be held in September; the exact date to be announced at a later time.

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Sunset Canoeing at Luckey's Landing, Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College
Sunset at Luckey's Landing is a beautiful thing and what better place to view it than in a canoe? Bring your family for an evening of canoeing on High Lake; camp out overnight if you wish. Space is limited; only eight canoes are available. Cost: $10 per canoe used; $5 per tent pitched.
Contact: Jennifer H Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869, e-mail jenniferhs@goshen.edu

18-20
Summer Registration Weekend, Rieth Recital Hall, Music Center
New students enrolling for the first time at Goshen College are invited to register for classes with an adviser and become familiar with college life. Parents are invited to attend sessions specifically for them.
For more information, contact the Admission Office at (800) 348-7422, (574) 535-7535 or admission@goshen.edu.

23-25
9 a.m.-5 p.m., Goshen College Volleyball Individual and Team Camp
This camp will include individual training as well as team drills. High school coaches and college players will be team coaches. The camp is directed by Jim Routhier, head coach of the Goshen College women's volleyball team, and Jen Higley, assistant GC women's volleyball coach. $30 per player. For more information, contact Jim Routhier at jrouthie@concord.k12.in.us or (574) 536-6337.

23-27
Goshen College Soccer Camp, Goshen College Soccer Fields
This fun-filled soccer experience will give players all the tools they need to become better as they are trained in proper soccer technique. Kindergarten Kickers, ages 5-6 years old (cost $80), will meet 10-11:15 a.m. Students in grades 1-8 (cost $185) will meet from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The camps will be directed by Thavisak (Tavi) Mounsithiraj, head coach of the Goshen College men's soccer team, 2005 MCC Coach of the Year and 2006 NAIA Regional Coach of the Year.
Registration deadline is June 20. For more information and to register, contact Nancy Miller at (574) 535-7496 or nancymm@goshen.edu.

August
29-31
New Student Days
New Goshen College students will move in to their residence hall rooms and take part in several days of orientation before fall semester classes begin on Aug. 31, with the Monday evening classes.

September
2
10 a.m., Opening Convocation: President Dr. James E. Brenneman, Church-Chapel
Goshen College President Dr. James E. Brenneman will launch the 2009-2010 school year in this opening convocation.

Goshen College's Administration Building, Church-Chapel, Good Library, Music Center, Newcomer Center, Union Gymnasium and Umble Center are accessible to people using wheelchairs and others with physical limitations.

Directions to the college and a campus map are available at: www.goshen.edu/aboutgc/map.php. For ticket information, contact the Welcome Center, at (574) 535-7566, or e-mail welcomecenter@goshen.edu.

Editors: For more information about this release, to arrange an interview or request a photo, contact Goshen College News Bureau Director Jodi H. Beyeler at (574) 535-7572 or jodihb@goshen.edu.

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