Reformed Presbyterian Minutes of Synod 1993

82 1993 MINUTES OF THE SYNOD OF THERecommen dations1. That the report of the Board of Tmstees be received.2. That WUUam Joseph be elected by the Synod to the Board of Corporatorsin the Class of 1997.3. That in the light of the previous action of Synod on the recommendationof the Board of Tmstees of Synod, the Board of Corporators recommendsthat $50,000 or 50% (whichever is less) of the MacLaughlinTmst be given annually to Geneva College.4. That Dr. John H. White be heard by Synod on behalf of Geneva College.Respectfully submitted,A. Wayne DuffieldSecretaryREPORT OF THE GENEVA COLLEGE BOARDOF TRUSTEES TO THE BOARD OF CORPORATORSThe 1992-1993 year has been a year characterized by significantchanges at Geneva. A new President brings a new vision and new methodsfor advancing that vision. We rejoice in that vision and we continue to bein awe at the faithful blessing of God on the College, leading andencouraging in many areas. The following is a brief record of that faithfulblessing in Tmstee related activities for the past year.ACADEMIC RELATED ISSUESDr. Joseph McFarland retired from his position as Geneva's presidenton July 31, 1992. We are grateful for his years of service and manycontributions to growth at the College. Dr. John H. White officiallyassumed his office as President of Geneva College on August 1, 1992,although he began as acting president during July. His inauguration washeld on Friday, October 9,1992. One of his firstacts as president was tolead in the development of a mission statement for the College. It wasreviewed by all areas of the College community and adopted by the Board.We present it here:The Mission of Geneva College is to educate and minister to a diversecommunity of students for the purpose of developing servant-leaders,transforming society for the Kingdom of Christ. We accomplish thisthrough biblically-based programs and services marked by excellence andanchored by the historic, evangelical, and Reformed Christian faith. Thecurriculum is rooted in the liberal arts and sciences, vocationally focusedand delivered through traditional and innovative programs.