By Mackenzie Miller Before leaving for service, Hillary told us that the goal of service is not productivity. As a chronically busy person, I was concerned. I knew going into SST that I would struggle to slow down. I’m usually…
News
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.
Slowing down for the sake of productivity
Study AbroadBeginning Service Term in Ecuador
On Saturday, June 20, our students departed for a new host family and a new setting to begin their Service Term, the second half of SST. Stay tuned for more updates about the communities in which the students are living and the volunteer work they're doing with nonprofits, community organizations, and municipal governments!
President's BlogAbout nations and kingdoms
As we celebrate the birth of this nation 250 years ago, to be followers of Jesus is to be a community of loving and liberating people, whose only weapon is love.