Lenexa, Kansas, United States - Nazarene Communication Network News Summary - Volume 1437 of The Global Church of the Nazarene for Friday, 12 September 2014
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 West Africa
As the Ebola outbreak in West Africa enters its seventh month, the Church of the Nazarene continues to serve affected individuals and communities through education, preventative measures, and prayer.
The World Health Organization's latest update announced 4,269 (probable, confirmed, and suspected) cases, and 2,288 total deaths have been reported by the Ministries of Health of Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.
Liberia District Superintendent Daniel Johnson provided the following update in his August ministry report:
"The spread of the Ebola virus has overwhelmed the health sector in Liberia. The virus, which was first discovered in Lofa County, northern Liberia, in March 2014, is now in nine of the 15 political subdivisions of the country, including central, northern, and western Liberia, and Monrovia, the capital. Central Liberia and Monrovia are now the epicenters of the disease.
"These days are very difficult for our people. Most of our medical facilities are shut down. Our people have become prey to common diseases like diarrhea, malaria, and so [on]. Furthermore, the prices of food and other basic commodities are being hiked up, making living conditions more unbearable for our people. We are trusting God to supply all of our needs."
The Church of the Nazarene joined the Liberian government and other institutions in the fight against Ebola by providing education and preventive measures. Pastor Tee T. Latahn, Wellington Patrick, and other leaders are spreading awareness about the disease through a radio ministry.
Sierra Leone also remains a hot spot for the disease.
"The outbreak of the Ebola virus in Sierra Leone is quite serious just as we all are hearing and seeing on the news," said Pastor Vidal Cole. "The majority of the confirmed cases that we have had are actually from the provinces, Kenema and Kailahun in particular; that is the eastern part of the country."
The Church of the Nazarene's Africa West Field Office is working with leaders in Sierra Leone and Liberia to respond to the Ebola outbreak with compassion and love.
"We don't want the church to lie dormant during this time," Cole said. "We therefore want to participate in any way possible so that our communities will know that as a church we care, not only about their spiritual life, but their health life also."
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Africa distributed tap buckets to all local churches in Liberia and Sierra Leone.
The denomination is also responding through prayer. Pastors and ministers across the Africa Region are holding prayer vigils. In Togo, children at a Nazarene orphanage prayed for God to take away Ebola.
How to help
Africa West Field Strategy Coordinator Daniel Gomis suggests the following activities to support relief efforts:
Have a time of fasting and a time of prayer at least once a week
Pray for God to bind any fear and loose peace in the hearts of the people of West Africa
Pray for our district superintendents, pastors, leaders, and churches in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea Conakry, that the Lord will use them powerfully as agent of hope and salt and light of Jesus in these difficult days
Pray for God's wisdom and protection over the medical doctors and health personnel in the Ebola-affected countries
Pray for God's wisdom for the head of nations and decision makers in Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Guinea Conakry
Inform and educate by checking the World Health Organization and International SOS websites for updates
To contribute toward relief efforts through Nazarene Compassionate Ministries, click here.
Funds contributed through the Africa Emergency Relief Fund will go toward Ebola education programs, prevention and hygiene supplies, and food and vitamins for individuals and families in affected communities.--Church of the Nazarene Africa Region, NCN News
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Olathe, Kansas
MidAmerica Nazarene University announced it received a $10 million, five-year Title III Department of Education Strengthening Institutions Program grant.
According to Linda Alexander and Whitney Gray, grant project co-directors at MNU, the main goal of this grant is to create a Center for Academic and Professional Success (CAPS) to enhance the educational experience of students in key academic areas.
The Center for Academic and Professional Success will centralize support services to promote and provide opportunities for students to be successful. Components of the center will include:
Comprehensive career services, including a counseling and health-wellness component
Enhanced academic support services to improve opportunities for student achievement and success
An enriched professional development program for faculty and staff
Expanded technology with major improvements on campus, including the replacement of the network infrastructure, computer hardware, and instructional technology for faculty and students
An opportunity for an endowment match of up to $1.5 million
MNU President David Spittal said the grant will assist MNU students in numerous ways.
"This grant provides our campus with the resources necessary to implement innovative learning opportunities and will significantly enhance our academic support services, career development, and honors programs," he said. "Our current faculty and students will benefit greatly, and we are grateful for the opportunities this grant will provide for years to come."
The grant competition was open to eligible community colleges and four-year institutions across the U.S. With only five applicants receiving funding nationally last year, project directors say this is an exceptional opportunity for the university.--MidAmerica Nazarene University
Esquel, Argentina
Luis Román, pastor of La Fe Church of the Nazarene in Esquel, Argentina, passed away September 4 at age 65 after a heart attack caused by a brain tumor.
Román was born in San Rafael on May 30, 1949. He received Christ as his Savior when he was 45 years old and entered the ministry nine years later at age 54. He founded La Fe Church of the Nazarene with his wife, Norma Lauria, and his two sons, Federico and Matías. The church recently celebrated its 10th anniversary.
Luis was loved and respected because of his continuous efforts in the community. For this reason, the city of Esquel paid his funeral costs. When his wife came to pay, a city worker told her, "Ma'am, you do not need to pay anything. The pastor did so much for the community, and now the community will do something for him."
La Fe Church of the Nazarene, the Patagonia Central District, and the community of Esquel said goodbye to Luis with much love, remembering with each testimony his unconditional love and constant selfless assistance for all those who needed it.
To send a message to the family, contact Norma Lauria at norma.lauria@facebook.com, his son, Federico Berrondo at Tomas_sib25@hotmail.com, or his daughter-in-law, Soraya Farias Berrondo at soraidafa@hotmail.com.--Church of the Nazarene South America Region
Ecuador, South America Region
Two Church of the Nazarene plants in Ecuador are experiencing growth after a large evangelism project, Love Extreme, this summer.
The sister churches, La Puerta Abierta Church of the Nazarene in Ambato and Ibarra, hosted a group of 66 short-term volunteers from the U.S. July 17 through 29.
The volunteers first worked in Ibarra alongside a 40/40 church planting team. The volunteers participated in a variety of outreach events, including a neighborhood block party, medical clinics, a cooking class, a kids event, park clean-up, nail painting, and visits to an orphanage, disabled person home, retirement home, and hospital. The largest event was a breakdance competition that attracted more than 800 people.
Next, the volunteers helped with medical clinics and evangelism events in Ambato. The volunteers participated in prayer walks, hospital visitation, and promotion for a mega event held July 26. The event, held in the Lalama Theater downtown, featured special speaker Pastor Ferney, a former cartel who is now a leader at Casa de Oracion Church of the Nazarene in Cali, Colombia. About 400 people attended the event, and 76 people gave their lives to Christ.
Both churches experienced increased Sunday morning attendance following Love Extreme. Ibarra, a six-month-old church plant, began a second service September 7. In Ambato, attendance increased in their youth service and Sunday morning service attendance increased by 10 to 20. The church's home Bible studies are growing, and local leaders are beginning to take on more responsibilities in the church, such as following up with new visitors, teaching Bible study lessons, and organizing events.
Both church plants are the product of 40/40 missionaries from Extreme Nazarene.--Church of the Nazarene South America Region
Kudjip, Papua New Guinea
Dr. Jim Radcliffe, chief surgeon at Kudjip Nazarene Hospital, received good news this week following a second surgery.
Radcliffe experienced heart issues earlier this year while in Papua New Guinea and underwent open heart surgery in July after traveling to Ohio, USA. During his pre-surgery workup, an adrenal tumor was discovered, and Radcliffe was scheduled for a second surgery on September 9.
The tumor surgery went well, but the Radcliffe family was anxious to learn the results of a pathology report on the tumor. As the family waited, Jim's wife, Kathy, shared, "Our verse for this morning: 'How precious is your loving kindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings' (Psalms 36:7)."
A final pathology report indicated the tumor was benign.
The Asia-Pacific Region staff is "truly praising God for this tremendous outcome."
Continued prayer is requested for Jim's complete recovery, the Radcliffes' upcoming speaking schedule, and their planned return to Papua New Guinea.
To read more about Jim's medical journey, see Engage magazine.--Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific Region
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Stories This Week
Global Ministry Center
Since September 1, 2009, the Church of the Nazarene's Global Ministry Center (GMC) proudly flies a flag each week of one of the many nations in which the denomination is present in ministry. Leaders were invited to send a national flag to be flown at the GMC alongside the flag of the United States*. The national flags rotate weekly, and photos of them raised are sent to the church leaders of that country.
This week: Cape Verde
The Church of the Nazarene officially entered Cape Verde in 1901.
Cape Verde had a population of 531,046 in 2013. That same year, Cape Verde reported 58 Churches of the Nazarene, 52 of which have been officially organized. Cape Verde has 7,694 total members.
Cape Verde is a Phase 3 district on the Africa Region.
Previous flags featured:
Argentina
Aruba
Belize
Benin
Bolivia
Brazil
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Canada
Cape Verde
Chile
Colombia
Côte d'Ivoire
Cuba
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Equatorial Guinea
Ethiopia
France
Gabon
Guatemala
Germany
Ghana
Guam
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Conakry
Guyana
Haiti
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Liberia
Madagascar
Mali
Nicaragua
Niger
Nigeria
Paraguay
Peru
Senegal
Sierra Leone
South Africa
South Sudan
Suriname
Swaziland
Togo
United Kingdom
Uruguay
Venezuela
Additional World Areas
Some countries cannot be represented in this project in order to maintain security of those working there.
* = The weekly highlighted flag is raised on the middle of three poles in compliance with U.S. government protocols. It flies to the left of the GMC host-nation United States flag, which flies above the host-state flag of Kansas. The Christian flag flies on the third pole.
The Global Ministry Center is the mission and service hub of the Church of the Nazarene.
Nicaragua, Mesoamerica Region
The Nicaragua North District organized a Maximum Mission event August 20 through 22 with Los Ranchos and El Coyolito community residents to repair a local road. The road is impassable in the winter, which hinders children from attending school and residents in need of medical assistance from traveling to the city.
More than 40 families participated in the project by providing materials, tools, and oxen. Church members also gave repair materials, in addition to a food parcel for each family.
During the three days of work, church leaders shared the Word of God and conducted Bible classes with 30 children and youth; 17 of them received Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. They also prayed for sufficient rain and for the next planting season to be plentiful.
The Los Ranchos community committee coordinator was satisfied with the work done by the people and the church.--Church of the Nazarene Mesoamerica Region
Salinas, California
Retired missionary Donald H. Davis, 91, passed away September 7 in Salinas, California. Donald, along with his late wife, Emma, serve in Argentina for 23 years.
Donald is survived by his second wife, Virginia, and Donald and Emma's children, Garth, Steven, and Martha (Davis) Latham.
Condolences can be sent to Virginia at:
1534 Ventura Way
Salinas, CA 93906
or in care of Martha Latham at:
3006 S 34th St
Kansas City, KS 66106-4112
marthalatham@hotmail.com
A private service will be held at a later date.--Global Mission
Calgary, Alberta
Growing up outside of North America can provide a rich, cross–cultural experience for Canadian children whose parents serve as missionaries or other international workers. Often overlooked, however, are the social identity and other life challenges that missionary (MK) and other third-culture kids can encounter when transitioning into Canadian life after spending most or all of their childhood abroad.
Ambrose University's Jaffray Centre for Global Initiatives, in partnership with the Canadian MK Network, recently hosted a weeklong re–entry camp called ReBoot to help youth age 17 to 20 with the transition.
"ReBoot gives them handles on how to transition to Canadian culture and life as a young adult after growing up overseas," said Cyndy Ingram, project coordinator with the Jaffray Centre. "Many of them left their families and are in Canada on their own, so this is an amazing way to connect them with a community that understands, loves, and supports them. It was a great week and we're already looking forward to doing it again next summer!"
ReBoot aims to foster community among the youth, who often return to Canada with feelings of loss, grief, and loneliness. The 21 youth in attendance represented 14 countries and participated in several activities, including a ropes course to promote team building, an Amazing Race activity to introduce the youth to Canadian life skills such as opening a bank account and using public transit, and a day trip to Banff.
MKs and other third culture kids return to Canada with a desire to fit and belong "back home," while retaining their hybrid cultural identity that reflects their global upbringing. With that goal in mind, ReBoot offers encouragement and support that meets participants where they are, and endeavours to help them move forward with confidence.
For Ingram, the highlight of the week was seeing the reserved youths' transformation into smiling, engaged participants able to use humour as a release from the difficulties of their lives.
"These students bonded with one another so quickly," Ingram said. "Even though they have grown up in different parts of the world, they found so many commonalities that they understood and connected with one another right away."
ReBoot participants were grateful for the opportunity to share their stories and connect with others who have previously or are currently experiencing a similar transition.
"One of the best things about ReBoot was the information we were given about meshing where we came from and where we're going, as well as information about starting life as a student/adult in Canada," said one participant.
Another attendee highlighted "the community and friendships I found; people who understood/relate to how I've grown up and what I'm going through."
A third participant encouraged others to attend.
"Go," they said. "You'll find friendship and understanding. They'll explain things that you're struggling through. You're not as alone as you think."--Ambrose University via Nazarene News Canada
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Global Ministry Center News
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Global Ministry Center
The following is a weekly listing of Nazarene ministers and leaders who recently went home to be with the Lord. Notices were received September 8-12, 2014.
R. Lorraine (Lyon) Angier, 84, of Portland, Oregon, passed away August 28. She was the wife of retired minister Quincy Angier, who served in Oregon.
Donald Chandler, 84, of Kentwood, Michigan, passed away September 11. He was a retired minister, serving in Illinois. He is survived by his wife, Helen Chandler.
Donald Davis, 91, of Salinas, California, passed away September 7. He was a retired minister and missionary, serving in Massachusetts and Argentina. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Davis. (story)
Gene Gore, 91, of Plano, Texas, passed away September 6. He was a retired minister and educator, serving in Kansas and Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Gore, in 2008.
Clyde Greenidge, 82, of Christ Church, Barbados, passed away September 1. He was the first national district superintendent for Barbados and pastored several churches. He is survived by his wife, Marina Marjorie Greenidge. (story; Note: scholarship fund information added)
Dennis Johnson, 71, of Batesburg, South Carolina, passed away September 8. He was a retired minister, serving in South Carolina. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Johnson.
George Prentice, 82, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away September 6. He was a retired minister, serving in Oklahoma, Colorado, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Clariece (House) Prentice, in 2007 and is survived by his second wife, Maxine (Cameron) Prentice.
E. Alberta (Gunstream) Rodes, 85, of Meridian, Idaho, passed away September 5. She was the widow of retired minister Ronald Rodes, who served in New Mexico, Colorado, California, Idaho, and Washington. Ronald Rodes passed away in 2011.
F. Jane (Dill) Whetstone, 86, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away September 7. She was the widow of retired minister George Whetstone, who served in Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, Massachusetts, Maine, Indiana, and Michigan. George Whetstone passed away in 2004.
For previous editions of In Memoriam, see the "Passings" section on ncnnews.com by clicking here.
Note: Please join with us in prayer for the families who have lost loved ones. Click on names for full stories, funeral information, local online obituaries, and/or guest books (if available). To submit an entry of a minister or church leader, send to submitnews@ncnnews.com.--Compiled by NCN News
Global Ministry Center
By NCN News Staff
The following positions are available at the Church of the Nazarene's Global Ministry Center:
Information Technology — Senior Software Developer
Members of the software development team are primarily responsible for facilitating the ministry of the Global Ministry Center through the analysis, design, implementation, and support of software solutions. For the full job description, click here.
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries — Computer Programming Coordinator
The person in this position will lead NCM's development team in developing and maintaining NCM's web applications, systems, and websites.
USA/Canada Regional Office — Office Assistant
This position provides assistance to the UCRO administrative coordinator with event planning, word processing, scheduling, website maintenance, and other tasks as needed.
About
Located in Lenexa, Kansas, the Global Ministry Center is the administrative, mission, and service hub for the denomination's ministries in 159 world areas. All GMC positions report to this location. To obtain additional information, please call (913) 577-0500 and ask for Human Resources.
Our Non-Discrimination Policy
The Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center offers equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, sex, or veteran status. The Global Ministry Center is an "at will" employer.
Our Faith-Based Organization
We are a faith-based organization. Acceptance of our Christian Code of Conduct is required and membership in the Church of the Nazarene is required for certain positions. The GMC and applicable remote work sites are smoke, alcohol, and drug free Christian workplaces.
Application Processing
Our Human Resources Office receives and processes many employment applications annually for a limited number of positions. While we regret that we cannot respond to each applicant, we do contact those individuals possessing the skills, education/training, and experience that best match the requirements of the open position for which the application was submitted.
An application must be completed by all applicants and an application must be completed for each position for which one wishes to be considered. Applications are retained for one year. Resumes are not necessary for entry-level positions, but they are preferred for professional level positions. Resumes may be submitted by mail.
Applying for Employment with the GMC
Application forms may be requested by calling (913) 577-0500, or obtained in person from Human Resources at the Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center, 17001 Prairie Star Parkway, Lenexa, Kansas, 66220, Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 4:30 Central Time. Completed applications may be mailed to the attention of the Human Resources Office at the same address.
For more information, see the GMC's Human Resources page by clicking here.
Global Ministry Center
Sunday School and Discipleship Ministry International's The Discipleship Place congratulates the following individuals approved by their pastor and local church board to receive a certificate of lay ministry. Upon approval, they will complete lay ministry courses.
Robert Hofstetter, Geneva Church of the Nazarene, Northeastern Indiana District
Robert Keister Jr., Grace Church of the Nazarene, Upstate New York District
Samantha Whitchurch, Deepwater Crossroads Church of the Nazarene, Joplin District
The Discipleship Place also congratulates the following people who completed courses in the month of August:*
Mark Brown, Hanover Church of the Nazarene, Virginia District
Telling the New Testament Story of God, Telling the Old Testament Story of God
Trisha Bruce, Orange Park Church of the Nazarene, Florida District
Communicating the Gospel in a Pluralistic World, Telling the Old Testament Story of God
Timothy Carter, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
Ricky Chance, Isabella Church of the Nazarene, Oklahoma District
Telling the New Testament Story of God
Vickie Cole, Lansing South Church of the Nazarene, Michigan District
Children's Ministry Academy
Davey Fickess, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
Lorie Fickess, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
Tamara Ford, Cleveland First Church of the Nazarene, East Tennessee District
Children's Ministry Academy, Youth Ministry
Wanita Galloway, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
Diane Haines, Yakima West Church of the Nazarene, Northwest District
Communicating the Gospel in Pluralist World
Steve Hamilton, Newburg Church of the Nazarene, Oregon Pacific District
Exploring Nazarene History and Polity
Robert Hofstetter, Geneva Church of the Nazarene, Northeastern Indiana District
Exploring John Wesley's Theology, Exploring Nazarene History and Polity, Telling the New Testament Story of God, Telling the Old Testament Story of God
Michelle Hoepfl, Orlando Metro West Church of the Nazarene, Florida District
Communicating the Gospel in a Pluralistic World
Karen McGregor, Swartz Creek Church of the Nazarene, Eastern Michigan District
Membership Module
Matthew Ohrt, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
Keith Ruble, Princeton First Church of the Nazarene, West Virginia South District
Communicating the Gospel in a Pluralistic World, Exploring John Wesley's Theology, Exploring Nazarene History and Polity
Nicole Stalkfleet, Baytown First Church of the Nazarene, South Texas District
Exploring Nazarene History and Polity
Lloyd Stilfield, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
James Swindell, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
Wendy Swindell, Canann Hill Church of the Nazarene, Kansas City District
Faith-Sharing Strategies
Tammie Summers, Isabella Church of the Nazarene, New Mexico District
Communicating the Gospel in a Pluralistic World, Exploring John Wesley's Theology, Exploring Nazarene History and Polity
Please note: The above individuals are being recognized because they contacted DiscipleshipPlace.org to request a certificate of completion. Many individuals complete courses but do not contact organizers to be recognized.--Compiled by DiscipleshipPlace.org of Sunday School and Discipleship Ministries International
Nashville, Tennessee
Trevecca Nazarene University broke its 113-year record for traditional undergraduate students this year. The total number of traditional undergraduate students grew by 100 to 1,115. This marks a 27 percent increase in new student enrollment (freshman and transfers) and a high retention of current students.
"Trevecca's size and community first attracted me," said Leah Kepley, a freshman honor student from Portland, Tennessee. "I knew I would receive one-on-one attention from professors here, and I love the fact that Trevecca allows me to pursue my various passions in an environment that provides mentorship and support to define my future vocation."
This year's freshman class is the university's largest ever. In addition, Trevecca experienced a one-point gain in the average freshman ACT score. Because this record enrollment comes when many universities are experiencing lower enrollments, Trevecca administrators are especially encouraged.
Holly Whitby, Trevecca's associate provost and dean of enrollment, attributed this growth to the hard work of Trevecca employees.
"We believe an education at Trevecca can have a unique impact on the lives of young people, and that belief drives our recruitment efforts," she said. "Members of the undergraduate admissions and retention teams have used their passions to serve millennials well. Our employees are invested in our mission and students and have worked hard to ensure that Trevecca provides the highest quality experience for young people. This year's success is the result of passion and a lot of hard work on the behalf of many Trevecca employees."
The growth also reflects Trevecca's increased focus on welcoming new students, its expanded academic programs, and its Music City location appeal.
Trevecca's total student population now exceeds 2,500 students. This year's class included students from 35 states and six countries.--Trevecca Nazarene University
Nampa, Idaho
Northwest Nazarene University President David Alexander announced this year's enrollment of 2,058 students is the second highest in university history, made possible in part by a large freshman class.
"As we enter our 101st year of service to the Northwest, we are delighted to be joined by such a large and well-prepared class," Alexander said. "I met many of these young men and women at last weekend's Freshmen Retreat, and I was so pleased to hear stories of their hopes and aspirations. The transformative nature of the NNU experience is ideal for aspiring difference-makers like these."
NNU welcomed 1,332 undergraduate and 726 graduate and doctoral students for a total enrollment of 2,058, compared with 2,036 students last fall. Particularly notable is an 11 percent growth in first-time freshmen. The registrar reports 288 first-time freshmen registered, compared to 258 in the fall of 2013.
The top majors chosen by this year's class of incoming freshmen include biology and pre-health, nursing, elementary and secondary education, business, engineering, and communications, respectively.
"NNU will provide me with the degree and the knowledge to be successful in medical school," said freshman Isaac Mitchell. "Most importantly, NNU will provide an environment in which I can easily seek out influences that will help me grow and mature in my faith."
NNU also announced an increased number of students living on campus.
"This year's enrollment reflects a slowly recovering Idaho economy," said Stacey Berggren, vice president for Enrollment and Marketing. "For three consecutive years, NNU has held on-campus housing expense while only modestly increasing tuition, working to keep a high-caliber Christian education attainable. This initiative continues to increase the number of students living on campus."
In May, for the first time in its 100-year history, NNU graduated more graduate students than undergraduate students. Included in this fall's new students is the inaugural cohort of NNU's first Doctor of Philosophy program. The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership welcomes eight students embarking on a 20-month journey to attain the highest terminal degree.
"It is our privilege to provide a dynamic Christian community committed to forming scholars, and we are delighted with the number and variety of students that have joined us this year," Alexander said.--Northwest Nazarene University
Nampa, Idaho
Two Northwest Nazarene University professors developed a way to map the extent of wildfire damage in order to best develop recovery plans. The professors were awarded a NASA EPSCoR (Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) Research Initiation Grant to support their proposed study on fire monitoring and assessment technology. The purpose of the NASA EPSCoR Program is to provide more opportunities to areas of the country that have often lacked aerospace research.
The goal of this project, as stated in the proposal, is to "provide an inexpensive, accessible, and on-demand tool to assist with the development of post-fire recovery plans and for updating spatial fuel layers to reflect the effects of the fire on vegetation."
Assistant Professor of Computer Science Dale Hamilton and Assistant Professor of Engineering Duke Bulanon will use an off-the-shelf unmanned aerial system (UAS) with an attached camera to gather and process data. This UAS can fly over affected areas after fires are extinguished to assess and monitor the effects of the fire. The data obtained will be significant in recovery planning.
In addition to supporting the two faculty members, the grant will also provide opportunity for undergraduate computer science and engineering students to be involved in the research project. Two NNU computer science majors, junior Peter Oxley and junior Tim Mong, as well as NNU engineering major senior John Lonai, are the planned research assistants for the wildfire monitoring and assessment project.--Northwest Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, Ohio
Mount Vernon Nazarene University senior Chris Rednour was accepted for an internship with U.S. House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner, who is a Republican representing Ohio's 8th congressional district.
Rednour will intern three days a week in the speaker's Washington, D.C., office while participating in the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities' semester-long American Studies Program this fall. During this internship, he will assist in a variety of legislative projects, attend hearings, prepare reports, and conduct tours of the Capitol, along with other office duties.
Chris is a senior at MVNU with a double major in political science and history. He is the co-founder and president of the MVNU College Republicans and last spring was re-elected by the Ohio Federation of College Republicans to serve as its central Ohio regional director.--Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, Ohio
Mount Vernon Nazarene University's School of Education and Professional Studies is hosting a continuing accreditation visit by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) March 8 through 10. In preparation, NCATE is collecting written testimonies about MVNU's teacher education programs.
MVNU welcomes comment submissions to the visiting team. Comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of professional education programs offered and should specify the party's relationship to MVNU (i.e. graduate, present or former faculty member, employer of graduates, etc.).
Written testimonies can be sent to:
Board of Examiners
NCATE
1140 NW 19th Street, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
Testimonies can also be sent by email to callforcomments@ncate.org.
Correspondence must be received by NCATE no later than December 8 (three months prior to the visit). NCATE will not upload anonymous comments to the Board of Examiner team or MVNU.--Mount Vernon Nazarene University
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