Bethel Magazine Spring 2019

3 Spring 2019 On the Cover Bethel’s 72nd commencement will confer the final class to graduate from Bethel College, as we become Bethel University on May 6. We honor our history while celebrating our future. (Inset image shows Bethel’s first graduate, Marcus Krake ’48, center, at Bethel’s first commencement ceremony, held at Gospel Center Missionary Church). Long-Jumper Excels at National Level Senior Jordan Downs recently beat out 15 collegiate, post-collegiate and professional athletes to win the long jump event at the USATF Indoor Championships. Contents 23 Researching Renewable Energy Alumnus Ian Lightcap ’03 is helping researchers make new discoveries as the Research and Facilities Program Director at the Center for Sustainable Energy (ND Energy) at the University of Notre Dame. Raising Women’s Voices Elizabeth McLaughlin, Ph.D., ’98, associate professor of communication, recently published a book showcasing female leaders and their public speeches motivated by religious values. 17 9 Outstanding Seniors We celebrate several outstanding members of the class of 2019, including Christian Ministries and Philosophy major Spencer French, who will be pursuing an M.Div. at Yale, with full scholarship. New Logo Honors Bethel College History From its founding in 1947, Bethel’s values have been reflected in its logo and seal. See Bethel’s logo through the years, as well as the new Bethel University marks. 4 14 10 F aculty & St aff News 7 Around Campus 12 The Arts 16 Sports Update 20 Alumni News