STILLPOINT
STILLPOINT is the magazine of the united college of Gordon and Barrington. It is published three times a year in print and online. This issue is Spring 2008, Vol. 23, No. 2.
FEATURES
A Dream Sabbatical
by Jeffrey S. Miller
Theatre arts professor Jeff Miller had the sabbatical of his dreams--assisting on a Broadway production at the Lincoln Center Theater. Read excerpts from his day-to-day blog.
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Visions and Revisions: The Journey of an Artist Losing His Eyesight
by Norman Jones
Norm Jones' new dependence on others has made him the recipient of extraordinary kindnesses.
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A Well-Built House: Economics and Business at Gordon College
A look at the human face of an outstanding and visionary academic department. Included in this collection of articles is a tribute to John D. Mason, recently retired professor of economics and business; some of Mason's thoughts on biblical norms of justice and stewardship; and reflections by economics alumni Judy Dean '78, Kevin Tordoff '90 and Casey L. Cooper '03 on life at Gordon and beyond.
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Too Heavenly Minded? Michael Ward's Astronomical Idea
by Sørina (Kulberg) Higgins '02
Dr. Michael Ward's new book Planet Narnia advances the theory of a secret meaning governing the seven Chronicles of Narnia. A crazy idea, or is he on to something?
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ARTICLES
Latin American Evangelicals: Made in Whose Image?
by Ruth Melkonian-Hoover and Dennis R. Hoover
Evangelicalism in the Global South is on the rise. Ruth Melkonian-Hoover, assistant professor of political studies, and her husband, Dennis Hoover, present some enlightening research that goes beyond stereotypes.
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An Investment in Faith and Learning
by Mark L. Sargent
The provost shares some encouraging news from recent studies that reinforces the merits of a Gordon education.
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Why Theatre?
by Norman Jones
Why should Christians care about theatre, and what do you do with a theatre major, anyway?
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A Few Kind Words for Prudence
by Stephen L.S. Smith
Prudence, one of the cardinal virtues, has had an image problem in recent years. An economics professor attempts a rehabilitation.
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Text and Context: New Faculty Books
A look at books recently published by Gordon faculty, and the questions and passions that gave rise to them.
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Athletics Hall of Honor 2008
by Patrick Byrne
Over 150 Gordon and Barrington alumni, coaches, administrators and friends gathered for a second annual Athletics Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony.
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The Biggest Loser
by Kristin Schwabauer '04
After losing nearly half his body weight, Matthew McNutt '00 sees a vital link between his spiritual and physical health.
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Return Voyage
by Jonathan Fitzgerald '03
What happens when an alumnus makes a return trip to Kenya? Jonathan Fitzgerald is finding out.
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IN EACH ISSUE
Up Front with President Carlberg
The faculty at Gordon have always been the true DNA, the essential building blocks of the College.
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In Focus: Faculty, Students and Alumni
Stories and news from Gordon faculty, students and alumni
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Encounters
News about the life of the College and its programs
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Letters to the Editor
SPORKS informative fauxlosophy
Notes from a recent alum, Bryan Parys '04
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Inspiration
This column will feature a different writer from the Gordon community in every issue, each writer reflecting on what he or she has been inspired by. Director of LaVida Center for Outdoor Education and Assistant Professor of Recreation and Leisure Studies Rich Obenschain is the columnist for this issue.
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Young Alumni Give Back
While Steve '05 and Janel (Stockwell) '05 Wright were at Gordon, they were connected to a community that nurtured their gifts and passions. Now, as young professionals, they are giving back.
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Top Six
A few of our favorite things: Sustainability Initiatives
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