Archives for 2006

Goshen College awards honor six exceptional alumni during Homecoming Weekend, Oct. 6-8

During Goshen College's Homecoming Weekend 2006 on Oct. 6-8 the college will honor six exceptional alumni with awards for lives and dedication to service that has inspired others. Three will receive Culture For Service Awards, named for the college's motto. The college will honor one recent alumna with its Decade of Servant Leadership Award, which recognizes young alumni who are making significant contributions to their communities, church and world. And for the first time, the Goshen College Maple Leafs Athletic Club is presenting the Dr. Ruth Gunden and the Dr. Roman Gingerich Champion of Character Awards.

Goshen College presidential inauguration highlights ‘growing wisdom and wonder’

The inauguration of Goshen College's 16th president, Dr. James E. Brenneman, filled a weekend with moments of great laughter, joy and celebration, but also of great ritual, worship and tradition.

The Bulletin – Autumn 2006

“Growing Wisdom and Wonder”

Goshen College introduces new faculty for 2006-07

Goshen College is pleased to announce and welcome new administrative and teaching faculty members for the 2006-07 academic year.

Goshen College’s increased enrollment and retention combine for overall growth

Goshen College began the 2006-07 academic year with an overall student enrollment of 951, compared with 922 a year ago, according to the college's registrar's office. The enrollment count includes both full- and part-time traditional students and those taking courses or seeking degrees through Goshen's Division of Adult and External Studies.

Jaye Bumbaugh

Jaye Bumbaugh Reception: Sept. 3, 2-4 p.m. Sculpture, Drawing and Painting…

New Goshen College president opens school year with words of welcome and grace

After receiving a standing ovation from a sanctuary filled with Goshen College students, faculty and staff, the incoming president, James E. Brenneman, opened the first convocation of the year by noting how the abundant grace of God has sustained and strengthened the college since its beginnings.

In year of leadership transitions, overall giving to Goshen College stays strong

In a year when Dr. James E. Brenneman was named president-elect and strong interim leadership both sharpened daily operations and prepared the way for a new administration, giving to Goshen College remained generous for the 2005-06 fiscal year, which ended June 30.

Goshen College’s 16th president celebrates first week in office with a party

After shelving his books in his office and with a full week of work completed as the new president of Goshen College, Dr. James E. Brenneman decided it was time to throw a party. On July 13, he held an "office warming" for all campus faculty, staff and students by inviting them to celebrate this new beginning for him and the college. And while most Old Testament biblical scholars and pastors may be thought of as serious and studious, President Brenneman clearly knows how to appreciate a joyous time.

Goshen team wins documentary contest with film on local immigration

Four Goshen College students were named the winners in a student video documentary competition held by the Peace and Justice Journalism Program, which is funded by Plowshares. Students from Earlham College, Manchester College and Goshen College were invited to submit proposals for 30-minute documentaries.