Tina Peters '10 was the first race walker in Goshen College women’s track history. She also became the most decorated athlete in program history, regardless of gender.
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GC GOATs: Tina Peters’ ’10 four race walk national titles most among any GC athlete
GC GOATs: John Karanja ’05 remains only men’s track national champ in program history
John Karanja '05 won back-to-back NAIA national championships in the 400-meter hurdles in 2002 and 2003. He remains the only male track athlete to win a national title in Goshen College history.
Merry Lea announces Dr. Jason Martin as new executive director
The search committee for Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College has named Dr. Jason Martin as Merry Lea’s new executive director. He brings over 10 years of programmatic leadership across environmental services and environmental education programs.
Erica Prough ’90 and daughter working together to treat coronavirus patients
Nurses Erica Prough '90 and her daughter Courtney Brickner are working together at Goshen Hospital.
Diane Woodworth ’83 honored with state’s Circle of Corydon award
Retiring Goshen Community Schools Superintendent Diane Woodworth was awarded Indiana’s Circle of Corydon award, which recognizes Hoosiers who have made remarkable contributions to the betterment of Indiana and its people, demonstrating through life and service qualities exemplified by the state’s greatest citizens.
New Goshen College program aims to recruit minority teachers for Elkhart County districts
A new partnership between Goshen College, Elkhart Community Schools, Goshen Community Schools, Concord Community Schools, and Bethany Christian School is attempting to solve the disparity between the increasingly colorful student population and the largely Caucasian pool of teachers.
GC GOATs: Ryan Smith ’17 set XC program marks all four years at Goshen
It didn’t take long for Ryan Smith '17 to make an impact at Goshen College, and he left as one of the most dominant cross country runners in school history.
GC GOATs: Petrana Petkova ’07 became three-time All-American XC runner at Goshen
Petrana Petkova '07 is the only three-time All-American cross country runner in Goshen College history, regardless of gender.
Peni Acayo Laker’s ’11 class explores intersection of law, race and design
A new class at Washington University in St. Louis, co-taught by Peni Acayo Laker '11, is using concepts from design and law to help students wrestle with the challenges of race, place and inequality.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Jenae Stutzman ’20, Track & Field
"Jenae is a very strong long (long) distance athlete and was building up to run a half marathon this spring. Her quiet, humble way of working hard and encouraging others helped uplift her teammates."
GC GOATs: Erik Hisner ’05 slugged his way into the baseball record books
Erik Hisner is one of the best hitters in Goshen College history, leading the program in career batting average, hits and RBIs. He was apart of the only two winning teams in program history since 2000.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Juan Perez ’20, Track & Field
"Juan was another athlete willing to do anything for his teammates," said head coach Rustin Nyce. "He fought with injuries and, instead of hanging his head, he used his passion in photography to create a visual map for all of his teammates to follow. When he was not injured, Juan put the same passion into his performances."
GC GOATs: Krysten Parson ’02 catalyst behind softball’s lone conference championship
Krysten Parson played catcher and was the leadoff hitter on the lone Goshen College softball team to win a conference championship. She was also a three-time All-Conference player and is the program’s all-time leader in hits and runs scored.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Donnae Lipinski ’20, Track & Field
"Our team really appreciated Donnae, because she was willing to try anything," said head coach Rustin Nyce. "During her first year in track, she placed 4th in the shot put but also ran a leg of the 4x100 meter relay. That's the type of person and athlete that she is. She was willing to put her teammates first. Donnae performed well in the field, but was even more so a top-level teammate."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Seth Weaver ’20, Track and Field
"Seth is an athlete," said head coach Rustin Nyce. "His strength is in middle distance, but he worked to build himself into a good all-around runner. He joined our team his junior year and we were glad to have him join. He threw himself into the training and showed a willingness to work. I am thankful that Seth joined and provided the leadership he did. Despite his lack of experience in distance running, Seth worked hard to lead our team and become a good runner."
Goshen College celebrates ‘unforgettable class of 2020’
Viewers tuned in via YouTube or Facebook Live to offer words of support to those graduating as the COVID-19 pandemic forced ceremonies to be held virtually.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Max Burkholder ’20, Track and Field
Burkholder was a four-year runner for the Maple Leafs who saw action in 21 meets, but set three career-best times in a two-week span last season.
Jen Ryan Jimenez ’00 a Times of Northwest Indiana Heart of Health Care winner
Jen Ryan Jimenez '00 has been named a Heart of Health Care winner by the Times of Northwest Indiana for 2020.
GC GOATs: Kerri Escayg ’99 electrified Maple Leaf men’s soccer in 1990s
Kerry Escayg took an unusual path to Goshen College, but once he got there, he left a massive impact on the men’s soccer program.
Luke Gascho: The pursuit of climate justice
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Vincent Kibunja ’20, Track and Field
"It seems redundant to highlight hard work and high character, but that is exactly what Vincent is," said head coach Rustin Nyce.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Ryan Haggerty ’20, Track and Field
"Ryan found ways to run thousands of miles, write and publish books, and maintain academic excellence. Ryan built himself into one of the top marathon runners in the country by consistently working hard and doing things the right way. Ryan's joking behavior sometimes overshadows his success and hard work. His model of hard work and dedication to the sport and academics sets a great example for our underclassmen."
GC GOATs: Mandi Hutchison ’02 dominated women’s soccer despite shortened career
Hutchison left a huge impact during her time in the purple and black, ending her career as the program’s all-time leader in goals (38) and points (90) by a wide margin. She still holds both records to this day.
Stephen Graber ’15 participates in Himalayan Health Exchange in northern India
Stephen Graber '15, a fourth-year medical student at Indiana University School of Medicine, participated in a medical elective in Northern India this February with the Himalayan Health Exchange (HHE).
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