Summer 2011 events at Goshen College

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

Through July 15 and from Aug. 15 to Sept. 5.
Art exhibit: "Senegal Fabrics in Indiana Patchwork: The Quilts of Irene Bornman," Good Library Gallery
Using fabrics she bought in markets when she worked in Senegal from 1999 to 2008 for Friends of the Wolof and Mennonite Mission Network, Irene Bornman of Goshen made quilts for her grandchildren. The quilts reflect her motto: "Work with what you have."
Curated by Rebecca Haarer, this exhibit is open to July 15 and from Aug. 15 to Sept. 5. For gallery hours, call (574) 535-7418.
Sponsored by the Mennonite-Amish Museum Committee of Goshen College, supporting the Quilt Gardens program of the Elkhart County Visitors and Convention Bureau.

June
11
9 a.m., Goshen College Men's Basketball Shootout, Roman Gingerich Recreation-Fitness Center Gym
A one-day high school shootout tournament for junior varsity teams. Teams are guaranteed at least three games.
For more information, contact Associate Head Coach Neal Young at (765) 749-5017 or nyoung@goshen.edu.

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7 p.m., Mennonite Men's Choir Festival, Sauder Concert Hall
Performing will be the Michiana Men's Chorus, directed by Darrel Hostetler; the Kansas Mennonite Men's Chorus, directed by Greg Bontrager; and the Ohio Mennonite Men's Chorale, directed by Tim Shue. The three choirs combined include singers that hail from Indiana, Ohio, Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Colorado and Missouri.
The choirs will perform individually, and will also combine as a mass chorus to perform works by Alice Parker, Allen Pote, Glen Burleigh and J. Harold Moyer.
Admission to the concert is free. A free-will offering will be taken, with all proceeds benefitting Mennonite Central Committee's (MCC) world relief efforts.

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2 p.m., Opening of art exhibit: "Brooke Rothshank: Painting and Justin Rothshank: Ceramics," Hershberger Art Gallery.
Justin Rothshank, a Goshen College (2000) alumnus, was co-founder of the Union Project in Pittsburgh, a nonprofit organization for artists, community builders and people of faith that had a significant impact on that community. He and Brooke moved to Goshen and have set up home, studios and a recently completed wood kiln. His work is featured in many publications and awards include the American Craft Council's Award of Excellence, Ceramics Monthly's designation as an emerging artist, and Goshen College's Servant Leadership Award.
Brooke Rothshank, a Goshen College (2000) alumna, is a painter/illustrator whose work has been shown in the Andy Warhol Museum, Garfield Artworks and the Midwest Museum of Art. She illustrated her first book, "Cups Held Out," which was published in 2006 and she is continuing to work on other projects with Herald Press and Faith and Life Press.
The exhibit is up until Sept. 11 when a reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m.

17-18
Sunset Canoeing Campout, Merry Lea's Luckey's Landing Site
Spend the evening canoeing on High Lake; then camp under the stars. In the morning, we'll cook breakfast and take a hike through a restored oak savanna. $10 per canoe plus $2 per breakfast.
For information or to register, contact Jennifer Schrock, phone (260) 799-5869 or email jenniferhs@goshen.edu.

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9 a.m., Goshen College Men's Basketball Shootout, Roman Gingerich Recreation-Fitness Center Gym
A one-day high school shootout tournament for varsity teams. Teams are guaranteed at least three games.
For more information, contact Associate Head Coach Neal Young at (765) 749-5017 or nyoung@goshen.edu.

20-23
Piano Workshop and Academy for Teachers and Students, Music Center
The Piano Workshop and Academy is designed to serve the professional needs of piano teachers working at all levels and in a variety of settings. A concurrent academy for piano students ages 13-18 creates a dynamic atmosphere in which teachers and students learn together and from each other.
Guest clinicians include Carolyn True from Trinity University; Garik Pedersen from Eastern Michigan University; Melody Bober, composer of a duet commissioned for the final evening concert, as well as Goshen College professors Matthew Hill and Beverly Lapp.
For information or to register, contact Beverly Lapp at (574) 535-7361 or pianoworkshop@goshen.edu or www.goshen.edu/music/about/piano-workshop.

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7:30 p.m., Piano Workshop Student Showcase Recital, Rieth Recital Hall, Music Center
Free admission.

21-22
9 a.m., Summer Registration, 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.

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7:30 p.m., Piano Workshop Recital: Matthew Hill, solo piano, presents "Sounds and Colors: Music by Debussy, Messiaen and Scriabin," Rieth Recital Hall, Music Center
Free admission for workshop participants, $5 for all others.

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7:30 p.m., Piano Workshop Recital: Carolyn True, solo piano, Sauder Concert Hall, Music Center
will feature works by Prokofiev, Del Tredici, Bolcom, Foss and Samuel Barber.
Free admission for workshop participants, $5 for all others.

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7:30 p.m., Piano Workshop Recital: Piano Ensemble Concert, featuring a commissioned duet by Melody Bober, Sauder Concert Hall, Music Center
Free.

28-July 2
Goshen College Soccer Camps, 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. 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.
Kindergarten Kickers, ages 5-6 years old (cost $65), will meet 10-11:15 a.m. beginning Wednesday, June 29.
Students in grades 1-8 (cost $175) will begin on Tuesday, June 28, at 1 p.m. On the following days they will meet from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Registration deadline is June 20. For more information and to register, contact Tavi Mounsithiraj at (574) 535-7235 or thavisakm@goshen.edu.

July
19
7:30 p.m., CANCELLED: Chinese Arts Academy School Performance, Umble Center

August
27-29
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. 29, with the Monday evening classes.

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10 a.m., Opening Convocation: President Dr. James E. Brenneman, Church-Chapel
Goshen College President Dr. James E. Brenneman will launch the 2011-2012 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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