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Staying Connected A message from the President Dear TWC Family and Friends, Of all the many joys of working in higher education, nothing is more fulfilling for me than the week leading up to Commencement and its associated celebrations, pinnings, and end-of-the -year festivities. The excitement begins in April, soon after spring break, when the seniors begin the annual countdown of their eventual exodus into the “real world,” or for some, when they continue on to graduate school. This is a season filled with farewells and reflections on the memorable highs and lows of their four or more years at TWC. At Wesleyan, this season is bittersweet. We are jubilant for the tremendous promise that lies ahead for each of the graduates, but we are also sad to say farewell knowing it might be for the last time. The Class of 2013 brings to the world great enthusiasm and a sincere commitment to improve the conditions of others through their professions, churches, and community leadership. We hope upon hope that their lives have been forever touched by the exemplary teaching and mentoring they have encountered at TWC, and by the lasting connections that will bond them together for many years. It is these warm connections that will remain vivid when some of the more mundane details of their college experience begin to fade. I have come to realize that it is the strong community spirit that sets Wesleyan apart from many of the larger institutions in the area, and maintaining these connections has never been easier with the advent of Facebook and other social media. As I reflect on the Class of 2013’s departure from TWC, I am reminded of the often quoted exchange between Piglet and Winnie-the-Pooh, “We’ll be friends forever, won’t we, Pooh?’ asked Piglet. Even longer,’ Pooh answered.” While many years and many miles may come between Wesleyan alumni, I encourage each of you to reconnect with classmates and other TWC friends by joining us at the various alumni gatherings throughout the year, as well as at Homecoming in October. I hope to see you on campus soon. Many Blessings, Harley Knowles, Ed.D President
The Magazine of Tennessee Wesleyan College ARCHES Volume 13 | No. 2 | Summer 2013 4 | Commencement With 201 students graduating, this year’s Commencement celebration was the highlight of the 2012 - 2013 academic year. Tennessee Wesleyan College adheres to the principles of equal education, employment opportunity, and participation in collegiate activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or family status, disability, or sexual orientation. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the college. 7 | Faculty Perspective TWC Chaplain Dr. Chris Dover, 2013 Exemplary Teacher Award Recipient, shares his perspective on adapting to students’ changing views of religion. 9 | Costa Rica Mission Trip For a group of TWC students, faculty and staff members, this year’s spring break meant leaving studying and work behind to travel to Costa Rica to perform mission work. 10 | Breakfast Club Every month four 1950’s TWC alumni and one friend of the college meet for breakfast and fellowship, reminiscing about their time at Tennessee Wesleyan. 12 | Accomplishments in Athletics Conference wins, awards, and signing professional contracts, the Wesleyan Bulldogs had an all-around stellar athletic year. 18 | National Honor Roll for Community Service TWC was named to the 2013 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, a designation that is the highest honor a college or university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement. 20 | Nursing Grads Start PhD Programs Two recent TWC Fort Sanders nursing alumni have entered into doctorate nursing programs at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Tennessee Wesleyan College is a comprehensive, private liberal arts institution affiliated with the Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church.
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