After graduating from Goshen College, Arvis Dawson ’76 worked as a social worker and then as a teacher for 31 years in Elkhart Community Schools. He is serving his eighth term on the Elkhart City Council, a total of 28 years so far in two different stints, and…
Hello. Daniel Vader here. When I started my first semester at Goshen, I was an undecided student. I was good at a lot of things and bad at a few, but I had no idea what I wanted to study. At first I thought I might major in physics or…
Hometown: South Bend, Indiana Major: film production, art Why did you choose Goshen? Goshen was not originally on my list of colleges but I really liked it when I came to visit. I enjoyed the tour and getting to meet the staff. I chose Goshen College because…
Boulder City, Nevada Major: Broadcasting Why did you choose Goshen? I chose Goshen because of the baseball program. Coach Childers and Coach Wellenreiter drew me in on my visit, and I knew I wanted to play for them. What career are you interested in pursuing? After I graduate I…
Assistant Professor of Biology, Director of Pre-Health Programs View Neil’s Profile ≫ What drew you to teach at GC? Goshen College has small class sizes, a strong concern for justice and equity, a strong academic history and a unique Study-Service Term program, all of…
Professor of English, Department Chair View Jessica’s Profile ≫ What drew you to teach at GC? So many things! I appreciate teaching at a small college with a strong vision for supporting and improving local and global communities. My husband is a GC graduate, so that’s…
Professor of Peace, Justice and Conflict Studies View Regina’s Profile ≫ What drew you to teach at GC? I came to GC in 2011 as an associate campus pastor. I had worked for several Mennonite institutions in peace and justice education related programs. I also served…
Professor of Criminal Justice and Sociology, Director of Criminal Justice and Restorative Justice Program View Robert’s Profile ≫ What drew you to teach at GC? I was looking for a college that combines practical faith with a commitment to peace and justice. What do…
Burnsville, North Carolina Major: Physics Why did you choose Goshen? Both my parents and many of my family members attended Goshen. After staying the night as a prospective student, I really found a sense of community among fellow students that I had not felt before. I liked the…
Elkhart, Indiana Major: Nursing Why did you choose Goshen? I chose Goshen College for a few reasons: Goshen College is known for their excellence in their nursing program. I was recommended by a few nurses who graduated from Goshen College, and had the pleasure working with them at Elkhart…
