In 2025, Mennonites and other Anabaptists celebrate 500 years since the first believers gathered in secret, launching a renewal movement grounded in adult baptism, pacifism, discipleship and church-state separation. This anniversary invites reflection on how “true evangelical faith” is lived out at Goshen today — on campus, through alumni contributions and in a renewed vision for faith formation.
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The Bulletin | Fall/Winter 2024
Nov 01 2024
The Fall/Winter 2024 issue of The Bulletin will arrive in mailboxes in early December. Look for yours!
About the Cover
Illustration by Hannah Gerig Meyer ’08
Trees — from biblical olive trees to campus maples — have long been symbols of rootedness and growth. Through their roots, branches and leaves, trees connect us to a sense of place, inspire healthy growth, and reveal glimpses of beauty, wisdom and the Divine.
As Goshen College launches the Connected Cause comprehensive campaign, we are expanding our commitment to serve future generations. Connected Cause is deeply rooted in our core values of Christ-centeredness, passionate learning, servant leadership, compassionate peacemaking and global citizenship. Look closely, and you’ll find these values woven among the tree’s roots!
From the President
My choice and your choice matter
By Rebecca J. Stoltzfus ’83, president
In light of the new Connected Cause campaign, President Stoltzfus explains her decision to leave her position at Cornell University to return to Goshen College, highlighting the school’s academic excellence, Anabaptist traditions, and vitality.
Features
Read the stories of five alumni honored this year for their lives and commitments to the college’s core values: Charles Hostetter ’63, Adam Tice ’02, Samita Thapa ’12, Sophia Sears ’17 and Carl J. Yoder ’57.
Lasting Ties
A well-equipped lab
By Joe Springer ’80, curator emeritus, Mennonite Historical Library
In fall 1950, the first nursing class at Goshen College entered a brand-new, sparkling nursing laboratory. Rather than having a humble beginning, the program set high expectations for both its students and its future.
The Bulletin | Spring/Summer 2025
The Bulletin | Spring/Summer 2024
The Spring/Summer 2024 issue of The Bulletin, with a focus on research, will arrive in mailboxes in mid to late June. Look for yours soon!
The Bulletin | Fall/Winter 2023
When looking back on history, it can be tempting to think that progress and transformation has been easy, fast, painless and linear. And yet, change is rarely any of those, including at Goshen College.