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Winter 2014 • Vol. 68 / No. 1

Tabor is a wonderful place with wonderful indi-viduals all serving together to prepare people for a life of learning, work, and service for Christ and His kingdom. It is an Ubuntu place.

About three years ago I read Ubuntu: An Inspiring Story about an African Tradition of Teamwork and

Collaboration by Stephen Lundin and Bob Nelson. I was touched by the message and application of the book. Ubuntu means that we are all in this together - work-ing and helping each other accomplish the mission of the organization regardless of one’s assigned roles and responsibilities. At a deeper level, it is a philosophy where the success of the group is valued above that of the indi-vidual, and we experience a common humanity and connection between persons where gratitude and commu-nity are a way of life.

Ubuntu happens at Tabor. In serving students, advancing the institution while reaching to fulfill its high calling and experienc-ing growth, everyone works

together for the common good of this place. Recruitment is everyone’s business. Growth in

enrollment is essential for Tabor to accomplish its mission. Although we have an excellent hardworking recruiting and admissions team, it takes everyone to grow enrollment. Alumni should encourage their chil-dren, grandchildren, friends and neighbors to attend Tabor. Donors provide resources to enhance the Tabor experience. Administrative staff provide the customer service that today’s prospective student expects. Faculty extend genuine invitations to students seeking to learn. Coaches identify athletes who will help their

From the President

Dr. Jules Glanzer

Follow along with Dr. Glanzer’s travels and campus hap-penings on Twitter. He can be found at www.twitter.com/presglanzer

teams succeed. Current students make prospective stu-dents feel at home when on a campus visit. Everyone is part of recruiting.

Retention is everyone’s business. Providing a meaningful experience for students requires the entire campus community. There is a a social, athletic and financial aspect. Academics engages students in meaningful ways of learning. Student success works with students to support their academic success. The Student Activities Board provides experiences that make college life enjoyable and memorable. Creating an environment on campus that is inviting, engaging, and life-giving requires every person in the campus community to be friendly, accepting, and affirming. And yes, a winning team helps as well. Everyone is part of retention.

A nice-looking campus is everyone’s business. The Tabor maintenance staff works long and hard at mak-ing the curbside appeal of the campus attractive. Yet, the task is so large that we all have to do our part. Eighty acres and 48 buildings are a significant physical plant. The simple habit of picking up and throwing away trash can go a long way in making the campus look appealing to our guests. The generosity of our donors makes our capital projects a reality. Everyone is part of making the campus look good.

Teaching is everyone’s business. Even with a world-class faculty working hard, it takes more than their efforts to teach our students the important things that they need to learn. College is a time of transition from adolescence to adulthood. Student Life staff, includ-ing the Resident Assistants, provide an atmosphere where life-learning happens. Coaches are model-ing and teaching life lessons while playing a game. Community members mentor students in life. Pastors and churches provide spiritual guidance. Everyone is part of teaching.

Ubuntu. We are all in this together. I am thankful for each person who is engaged in creating a Tabor that is making the world more the way God intended it to be. Ubuntu. Tabor is worthy of our time, talent, and treasure. Ubuntu. There is a connection between all of us that have some identity with Tabor. Thank you for your involvement in Tabor.

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Winter 2014Vol. 68 No. 1

A magazine for Tabor College alumni and friends

Interim EditorDaneen Hookcommunications@tabor.edu

Senior DesignerDiane Steinerdianes@tabor.edu

PhotographerVance Frickvancef@tabor.edu

Student PhotographerCourtney Reed

Sports Information Director Anthony Monsonanthonym@tabor.edu

WebmasterVance Frick

Director of Alumni RelationsMarlene Fastmarlenef@tabor.edu

Tabor College400 South JeffersonHillsboro, Kansas 67063620-947-3121www.tabor.edu

Tabor College Mission:“Preparing people for a life of learning, work and service for Christ and His kingdom.”

Cover featuring Senior James Monroe, Jr. Photo by Vance Frick.

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Lyndon Vix (Chair)Loretta Jost (Vice Chair)Theodore Faszer (Secretary)Loren Balzer (Treasurer)Darrell Driggers (at-large)Craig Ratzlaff (at-large)Diana Raugust (at-large)Jose CabreraJim ClassenRoger EdigerRick EshbaughMark JostDavid Karber

Mike KleiberJerry KliewerElaine KroekerBill LoewenNate LoewenDean NachtigallDennis PennerAleen RatzlaffElaine Setzer-MaxwellTim SullivanWilbur UnrauRichard UnruhKelyn Vix

Board of Directors:

From the President 2

Homecoming Review 4

Campus News 8

Adult and Graduate Studies 10

New Hires 11

Sports Report 14

Alumni News 17

Homecoming 2013: Prepare the Way

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The Tabor family upheld tradition and gathered for the annual Homecoming celebration, “Prepare the Way” held Oct. 2-6, 2013. Many of the annual Homecoming favorites were featured including Music Fest, “Godspell” and many sporting events. An annual favorite, the Dutch Lunch featured the usual delicious German buffet.

“We had a great crowd of 650 people enjoying the Dutch Lunch that took place before the football game Saturday afternoon,” said Mary Bostic, Pioneer Food Service director.

Godspell was a successful production and especially cherished by retired director and associate professor, communications Judy Harder.

“Godspell was enthusiastically received by five Tabor Homecoming audiences,” said Harder. “Memories of creating and experiencing Godspell with the cast, production crew and audiences will be and already are treasured!”

Tabor was victorious in five sporting events Saturday, including junior varsity and varsity volley-ball, football and men’s and women’s soccer.

During halftime of the football game the annual announcement of Homecoming host and hostess was made. Terach Antoine and Joetta Ewert were the recipi-ents of the award as selected by the student body.

Antoine is a resident assistant and a member of the

Tabor football team. He is majoring in youth ministry, is originally from Haiti but has lived in Fort Pierce, Fla. most recently.

An elementary education major from Wichita, Kan., Ewert was the chosen host-ess for 2013. She is involved in Wichita Urban Ministry Plunge, as well as stu-dent teaching.

Ronnda Bartel, Richard Wall and Judy Harder were honored during the weekend for their contributions to Tabor College.

Bartel works in the scientific field of stem cell research and therapy. “Her work is making a difference in so many lives and has impact for generations to come. Hearing Dr. Bartel explain stem cells in a way that I could understand was so interesting,” said President Jules Glanzer. “She is a shining example of the mission of Tabor being accomplished.”

Wall was in an accident that paralyzed him just three weeks after coming to Tabor in the fall of 1978. He returned to campus for the first time in 35 years. Wall spoke to the student body during chapel of his experiences at Tabor and received a standing ovation. Glanzer honored Wall as an Honorary Alumnus at the annual Festival Dinner in Wichita, Kan.

Tabor honored Harder for her 26 years of service with an event after the Saturday performance of Godspell. Over 100 former cast and crew spent time reminiscing with Harder. Brad Vogel offered a light-hearted roast, expressing his appreciation for her com-mitment and professionalism.

“Seeing so many alumni come home to Tabor is invigorating and inspiring,” said Glanzer. “Watching them connect with their classmates, hearing what has been happening in their lives and seeing them enjoy the campus activities was a real joy.”

Mind Your Head Trio, featuring (left to right) Landon Tucker, Michael Woods and Jonathan Regier presented a stand-up comedy show, taking cues from the audi-ence at the Homecoming Festival Dinner. Tucker produced the album “Come and Listen,” Woods has performed all over the country including film, TV and sketch comedy productions; and Regier has recently played Euple Byrd in a National Tour of “Stand By Your Man.”

Tabor College announced Terach Antoine, originally from Haiti, but most recently from Fort Pierce, Fla. and Joetta Ewert, of Wichita, Kan. as this year’s Homecoming Host and Hostess.

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Dr. Richard Kyle fellowships with director of Alumni, Marlene Fast during a reception in honor of his retirement during halftime of the football game. Former students and those who traveled with Kyle on past Europe trips were invited to the reception to congratulate him on his many years of service, thank him for ongoing leadership and to sign a scrapbook.

Above: Under the direction of retired director and associate professor, communications Judy Harder, Godspell was presented to attending guests. Left: Director of the Concert Choir, Dr. Brad Vogel, and choir present their musical talent during Music Fest.

Above: Dr. Ronnda Bartel presented her Aastrom Bioscience Research report in the Sol L. Loewen Science Center. Left: President Glanzer introduces current student Ryan Nelson, South Pasadena, Calif., who spoke about his Tabor experience at the Golden Brunch.

Richard Wall, paralyzed three weeks after coming to Tabor in the fall of 1978, returned to campus during Homecoming for the first time in 35 years. Wall spoke to the student body during chapel of his experience at Tabor and received a standing ovation. President Glanzer honored Wall as an Honorary Alumnus at the annual Festival Dinner.

A young Bluejay enjoys a game during the children’s activities created by the education department.

Above: Runners participate in the 2 mile and 5K Fun Run event that circles the town of Hillsboro.Left: Tabor Alum Dr. James Fisher (’03), Brett Thiessen (’03), Josh Lady (’02), Paul Raugust (’03) and Dr. Brian Goentzel (’03) enjoy the Golf Tournament.

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Homecoming Reunion Photos

1968: Front row from left, Liz (Betty Kliewer) Black, Donna (Helmer) Robertson, Gladys (Jost) Klassen, Mary (Plett) Rosfeld, Charlotte (Kennedy) Takahashi, Dean Prehein-Bartel. (Back) Ken Liebelt, Ron Regier, Harry Willems, Paul Klassen, Keith Harder

1978: Front row from left, JoAnn Briles-Klein, Linda Schultz, Randy Hamm, David Kroeker, Garvie Schmidt, Jerry Kliewer. (Back) Ruth (Brown) Holbrook, Phyllis (Patenaude) Richert, Beverly (Janzen) Klassen, Tony Wahl, Steven Berg.

1973: Front row from left, Carol (Buller) Sprunger, Vernelle (Schroeder) Unrau, Rita (Friesen) Loewen, Lois (Friesen) Huber. (Back) Stan Elrich, Carey Johnson, Galen Fast, Ken Penner.

1983: Front row from left, Carol (Ewert) Owens, Diane Rempel, Denise (Loewen) Wiens, Julie( Janzen) Shires, Jody (Friesen) Heizelman. (Back) Larry Derksen, Robert Wall, Ron Rempel, Doug Dick, Brent Heizelman

1963: Front row from left, Sharon (Tschetter) Plett, Lois (Frantz) Hiebert, Loretta (Jost) Neufeld, Paula (Berg) Warkentin, Arva (Balzer) Deutschendorf, Mary Lou (Epp) Hooge, Allene (Goentzel) Schultz, Marilyn (Reimer) Wiebe, Becky (Nord) Groves, Doris (Blazer Funk) Pierce, Beverly (Kliewer) Richards, Connie (Wiebe) Isaac, Josephine (Faul) Griswold, Margaret Suzanne Hiebert. (Back) Phil Plett, Allen Hiebert, Ann (Martens) Regier, Leo Regier, Allen Suderman, Arlin Buller, Marvin Rempel, Douglas Heinrichs, LeRoy Dick, Larry Leppke, Gordon Enns.

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Homecoming Reunion Photos 1988: Front row from left, Pam (Beaver)Franz, Marie Nachtigal, Rachel (Jordan) Weaver (Back) Scott Franz, Violet (Toews) Vix, Marilyn (Gaede) Wiens, Darren Rempel, Mark Hiebert, Steve Friesen.

1993: Front row from left, Kerri (Nikkel) Justus, Lianne (Duell) Nikkel, Mary (Isaak) Crist. (Back) Bryan Regier, Christopher Dick, Emily (Janzen) Reimer.

2008-2013: Front row from left, Kayla Tonne, Mattie Vance, Naomi Toews, Emily Toews, Jenae (Pauls) Suderman, Jaimie Williams, Leah Rose, Hannah (Peterson) Lacy, Danae (Warkentin) Schmidt, Emily Miller, Andrea Kuntz, Stephanie Funk, Lauren (Just) Heyen, Whitney Allen, Julia Carlton, Hanna (Bishop) Vogel, Lisa (Hall) Yoder, Corina (Neufeld) Enns. (Back) Becca Friesen, Andrew Toews, Elissa Richert, Amy Schmidt, Tanner Lacy, Kyle Schmidt, Aaron Miller, Eric Funk, Benjamin Heyen, Dustin Schrag, Noah Collins, Michael Loewen, David Vogel, Allen Yoder.

1998: From Left, Joe Kukula, Carolyn (Doerksen) Bowe, Kristy (Penner) Zeller. Photo courtesy Carolyn Bowe.

2003: Front row from left, Paul Raugust, Angela (Hoyt) Anderson, Becca (Toews) Hoelscher, Nancy (Isaac) Phan, Rachel Battese. (Middle) Shelby White, Janina (Ediger) Fisher, Katherine (Klepper) Sneed, Amanda (Burke) Dodge, Julie Egy, Brian Lachman, Brigit Robison, Stacy Kuhns. (Back) Calvin Epp, Stacy Sneed, Brant Unrau, Susan (Fast) Harder, Audrey (Loewen) Koehn, Nancy (Miller) Phelps.

n Tabor welcomes largest freshmen class and new stu-dents in recent history fall 2013. Enrollment numbers for freshmen and new students are at a historic high, according to registrar Deanne Duerksen, who released the figures following the twentieth day of classes. Tabor enrollment included 246 new students of which 159 are freshmen, 59 transfers and 28 high school and guest students.

n Tabor College professor and globally exhibited artist from McPherson, Kansas, Shin-hee Chin was featured at the Lawrence Arts Center, Nov 22 – Jan 5. Her piece, Mother Tongue and Motherhood, shares a personal voy-age. Chin shares her inspiration for this exhibit and the journey of abandoning her mother tongue while simultaneously becoming a mother.

n A President’s dinner was held in Fresno, Calif. at the home of Greg and Valerie Quiring Sunday Oct. 20 acknowledging the West Coast support of Tabor College. Alumni Randy and Sharon Janzen and Joel and Colene Wiens performed the song “On Eagle’s Wings.” Two additional songs were performed by The Bach Children’s Choir under the direction of Valerie

Quiring. Marissa Hiett, a junior from Fairview, Okla., shared the impact Tabor has had on her life, including her experience in the Presidential Leadership Program.

n Nine performers and four student accompanists traveled to Emporia State University Nov. 1-2 to com-pete in the annual National Association of Teachers of Singing. Jessica Coldwell, Robert Howell and Olivia Kliewer all advanced to the semi-finals of the competi-tion. Howell and Kliewer advanced to the final round, and each placed third in their respective categories. Singers included Coldwell, Howell, Kliewer, Michael Beye, Nicholas Ediger, Tyler Funk, Heather Loewen, Sara Sagner, Jenna Thayer and Faith Tonne. In the past six years Tabor has had three first-place winners, two second-place winners, two third-place winners and two fifth-place winners.

n Tabor College welcomed Scott Pendery, a Midlothian, Texas businessman, to the Nov. 2 Tabor-Bethany football game. Pendery made his first visit to the Tabor campus, and was recognized for his contri-bution leading to the naming of the Pendery Athletic Center. He participated in the pre-game coin toss.

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Campus News Briefs

The Tabor College Oratorio Chorus, Alumni Chorus and Community Orchestra joined forces to present its annual “Messiah” performance Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Hillsboro Mennonite Brethren Church. Featured for the performance was Tabor College soloists Robert Howell, Olivia Kliewer, Trevor Morris, Sara Sagner and Nathan Vogel. Also featured as soloists are alum Aaron Stepanek, and current faculty members Janie Brokenicky and Holly Swartzendruber. The performance was under the direction of Bradley Vogel, professor of choral music at Tabor College.

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2014 Presidential Leadership participants announced

Tabor College announced the recipients of the 2014 Tabor College Presidential Leadership Scholarships.

Annaliese Wiens, Arlington, Texas, Alex Janzen, Morro Bay, Calif., Matthew Molden, Aurora, Colo., and Heidi Klaassen Arkansas City, Kan. are the four recipients of the prestigious $68,000 scholarships. These students will participate in a four-year leader-ship laboratory that is designed to develop young people into effective and skilled leaders for the next generation.

“In addition to being intelligent, I look for poise, relational skills, presence and a capacity to influ-ence,” said Jules Glanzer, president of Tabor College. “Character, vision, passion and courage are also very important.”

All of the students participated in the selection weekend, where they interviewed with Glanzer, par-ticipated in group activities, gave a speech and wrote an essay.

“We were excited to host these exceptional stu-dents and believe that they have tremendous potential to shape and influence the Tabor College campus,”

said Rusty Allen, vice-president for enrollment man-agement and intercollegiate athletics.

The Tabor College Leadership Scholarship pro-gram is successfully into its third year and continues to grow in numbers of scholars and fellows on cam-pus. The program strives to enrich student leadership opportunities and experiences. During the immersive four-year program the schol-ars and fellows, along with Presidential Leadership President Jules Glanzer, have the opportunity to travel to professional seminars, network with busi-ness, industry and political leaders and serve the Tabor College student population while pursuing academic achievements in the classroom.

Alex Janzen Heidi Klaassen Matthew Molden Annaliese Wiens

The Tabor College Leadership Scholarship program is successfully into its third year and continues to grow in numbers of scholars and fellows on campus. The program strives to enrich student leadership opportunities and experiences.

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Tabor announces new Executive Vice President of Tabor College Wichita

Tabor announces Dr. Brett Andrews as the new executive vice president of Tabor College Wichita; dean of the school of adult and graduate studies, and professor of management.

Andrews has previously served as vice president of academic program develop-ment for Oklahoma Wesleyan University, dean of the Chesapeake Energy School of Business and faculty at LeTourneau University in the School of Business.

TCW recognizes nursing students with pinning ceremony

In a ceremony to mark the completion of their coursework, Tabor College Wichita pinned 16 new nurses on Sunday, Oct 13, 2013. The ceremony was held at Mennonite Brethren Church in Wichita, Kan.

The Pinning address was given by Tammy Stefek,MSN, RN Assistant Professor, Nursing Program. She congratulated the class and encouraged the new nurses to make a difference in their chosen field.

Those receiving pins included Lin Allen, Maryann Hawkinson, Valentina Martinez*, Abigail Paden*, Sara Turner*, Jennifer Wagoner, Janet Bruce, Amanda Green, Cynthia Harmon*, Mary Nyambura, Todd Turner, Tiffany White, Angela Carr, Shane Greene*, Brett Hartkopp, Rhonda Schmeidler *, and Melany Webster.

Marlene Pietrocola, MSN, MBA, RN and Lyndel Walker, MSN, RN participated in the pinning cer-emony by explaining the symbolism of the pinning. Each participant was presented by the faculty with a ceramic lamp of learning, signifying the passing of the light to the next generation of baccalaureate prepared nurses.

Pietrocola commented on the meaningful occa-sion. “For our graduating nursing students, being pinned signifies completion. The tight bonds made with peers and faculty members fuel the ceremony with emotion. It was a very meaningful celebration,” she said.

(* indicates those inducted into the Nursing Honor Society Sigma Theta Tau International)

Tabor College nursing students are officially pinned Oct 13, 2013 held at First Mennonite Brethren Church in Wichita, Kan.

“Dr. Andrews’ experience has prepared him well for the opportunities that lie ahead for Tabor College Wichita,” said Jules Glanzer, president of Tabor College.

“I am delighted that Dr. Andrews has agreed to answer our call and invitation to serve at Tabor. His experience and accomplishments along with his deep commitment to Christ makes him a perfect fit for Tabor and leading the School of Adult and Graduate Studies.”

Dr. Brett Andrews

FacultyLarry Ediger, interim director of Instrumental Music

Ediger is returning to his home town and alma mater. After graduating from Tabor with a BA in music education, he taught instrumental and vocal music at Berean Academy for four years before attending the Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary in Fresno, California. Following graduation with a master’s in Christian education, Larry and his wife Nancy served as pastoral couple in four churches in North Dakota, Oklahoma and Kansas. Larry and Nancy have two children. Both Larry and Nancy love watching sports events and working in the yard. Larry brings a wealth of pastoral and teaching experience to Tabor, having served for 25 years in pastoral ministry and 14 years in music education.

Robert (Rob) Elder, professor of History & Religious Studies

Elder grew up near Valley Center and attended Wichita State University before transferring to Clemson University in South Carolina. He received an MA degree from Clemson in 2005 and moved to Atlanta to pursue graduate studies at Emory University. Before coming to Tabor, Bob and his wife Catherine lived in Valparaiso, Indiana. They have three children.

Laurel Koerner, assistant professor of Theater, director of Theater

Koerner is a theater artist and educator. After completing her MA in theater history and theory, her area of focus became acting and directing. She entered the interdisciplinary MFA actor training program at CalArts, where she previously taught. Laurel lives in

New members of the Tabor faculty, staff welcomed

Hillsboro with her husband, Ethan, who is a designer and technician for theater.

StaffMichael Adamyk, Library circulation supervisor

Adamyk grew up in Central Kansas, was home-schooled and is a 2012 graduate of Tabor College with a graphic design major, as well as five-years’ experience working in the library as a student worker, research assistant, and cataloging aide. He currently attends classes part-time at Tabor in order to finish a music major.

Erin Barocio, director of Presidential Leadership Fellows Program & assistant women’s basketball coach

Barocio received BA degrees in English and com-munication from Tabor in 2010. She returned to Tabor to earn her MA in business administration while serv-ing as a graduate assistant for the women’s basketball program. Erin was the assistant women’s basketball coach last year and will continue in that role in con-junction with working with the leadership program. She lives in Newton with her husband Manny and their daughter, Elle.

Noah Collins, Financial Aid representativeCollins is a Colorado native who began his journey

in Kansas when he chose to attend Tabor College for his undergraduate studies. He received a BA in bio-chemistry in 2012. Pursuing his dream in the area of exercise science, he is currently a graduate student at Wichita State University. His passion is working with and helping people in any capacity. He is currently liv-ing in Hillsboro.

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Larry Ediger Robert Elder Michael Adamyk Erin Barocio Noah Collins

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Brenda Hamm, campus visit coordinator & admissions counselor

Hamm returned to Tabor in April. She previ-ously graduated from Tabor College with a degree in Business/Graphic Design and worked as Director of Information Services. Since then she has been a designer for a print shop and owned a business in downtown Hillsboro. She is glad to be back and enjoys introducing prospective students to the campus and the Tabor experience. Brenda and her husband, Rod, have lived in Hillsboro since graduating from college. They have two sons.

Denise Ramos, Teacher Ed Administrative assistantRamos is a native Kansan and a graduate of Kansas

State University with a BS degree. She has lived in North and Central Texas since college but recently moved back to Kansas. Denise has served in adminis-trative support and other roles in Christian ministries whose main focus was college-age youth. She is excit-ed and grateful for the opportunity to serve at Tabor College and plans to move to the Hillsboro commu-nity in the near future. Her son, Brandon is a junior at Baylor University and she has a blue-eyed Australian Shepherd, Noah.

Dale Shewey, transfer admissions counselor

Shewey joins the admis-sions team after previously working for United Airlines as a flight attendant. He graduated from Tabor College with a degree in Physical Education and taught in the public school system in both Kansas and Oklahoma. In his spare time, he enjoys working out, train-ing for endurance runs, and attending sporting events. He now resides in Hillsboro with his wife, Shawna, and their daughter, Camryn.

Janet Williams, director of Library Services and Reference Librarian

Williams has fifteen years of experience as a college librarian, having previously worked at Lee University, The

McCallie School and Piedmont College. While working at Piedmont College, Janet provided specialized library

services for Piedmont College’s RN to BSN program and enjoyed working with graduate students in the Department of Education. Janet has a background in library preservation and conservation activities and looks forward to the many opportunities awaiting her at the Tabor College Library. In her spare time she enjoys sewing and other needle arts, reading, and playing Words with Friends. She has a son and daugh-ter-in-law, Scott and Ashley.

TCWKaren Bartlett, admissions representative

Since receiving her master’s degree, Barlett has been a social worker, a public speaker, involved in writing and publications for British Youth for Christ, a foster care networker, adjunct faculty with FPU, and now as a TCW admissions representative. A dedicated mother of two teens, she loves watching them grow into the people God created them to be. Her passion is to journey with people on their spiritual walk and to see where God is active.

Rick Bartlett, director of Theological Education & assistant professor of Ministry

Bartlett joined the TCW team in November to develop an online theological MA program. He and his family moved from California, but they have also lived in England and Tacoma, Washington. He has experience as a pastor. He and his wife, Karen, have two children, Grace and Toby.

Tricia Brothers, director of Financial AidBrothers joined the TCW family July 1. She lives

in Newton with her dog, Doc. Her daughter, Amanda, is married and lives in Houston. Tricia brings over eight years of financial aid experience to the team and is excited about working and assisting students in a Christian environment.

Aubrey Smith, admissions representativeSmith graduated from Tabor May 2013 with a BA in

Christian Ministry. The youngest of seven and an Iowa native, Aubrey has loved living in Kansas the past seven years. Most of her life she spent as a worship leader for various churches, playing guitar and singing. Smith and her husband Jake are enjoying being newly married. They hope to someday be missionaries to rescue chil-dren out of the slave trade or continue leading in wor-ship. She loves people and strives to serve Christ and His Kingdom in a radical way.

Lyndel Walker, assistant professor of NursingWalker began her education at Tabor College, com-

pleting her associates’ degree in Nursing at St. Mary

Brenda Hamm Denise Ramos

Dale Shewey Janet Willems

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of the Plains College, then received her BA from WSU and earned her MA in Nursing at Newman University in 2000. She has owned a home health agency and held a management position at Wesley Medical Center. Lyndel and her husband Clint live in Hesston. They have three grown children and six grandchil-dren. Lyndel is honored to be a part of nurses’ prepa-ration for expanded leadership roles.

Joan Warkentin, administrative assistantWarkentin and her husband Brent graduated from

Tabor in 1985. They live in Wichita, Kan. and serve at First Mennonite Brethren Church. They have two daughters, Janet and Stacey. Stacey is a senior at Tabor. Brent and Joan were pleased to welcome a grandchild into their family this past fall.

AthleticsAndy Davis, assistant baseball coach, CRC Manager

Davis was born and raised in Boone, Iowa. He attended Hesston College before transferring to Pittsburg State University where he received a BA in physical education and an MA in exercise science in 2007. He was an assistant baseball coach and adjunct teacher at Peru State College for five years. He has also coached collegiate athletes with the Okotoks Dawgs and Joplin Outlaws. Andy and his wife Kristen live in Hillsboro with their son Drew.

Armando Del Valle, graduate assistant – track & cross country

Del Valle began his year as track and field/cross country coach at Tabor College last January. Prior to this, he ran track and cross country for Kansas State University. Armando lives in McPherson, Kan.

Season Graves, head Athletic TrainerGraves was born and raised in Snyder, Okla. She

attended Sterling College where she played softball and received a BA in athletic training. She earned an MA of Education in sports management from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. She comes to Tabor College from United Independent School District, where she was a co-head athletic trainer for four years. She resides in Hillsboro.

Steven Miller, football defensive coach / recruiter / PE instructor

Miller comes to Hillsboro from Mississippi. Previously he served as defensive line coach at William Penn University. He was also an administrative assis-tant coach at Arkansas State. He obtained his MA in Business from William Penn University and a BA in

Psychology with a minor in Physical Education from Northwestern State Univ. of Louisiana. Steven has a son Kentrell and daughter Kyla. His goals continue to mature as a father, a football coach, and to provide life-changing opportunities for students and athletes.

Anthony Morris, head cheer coach & Student Success coordinator

Morris is a graduate of Bethel College, Indiana with a degree emphasis in Early Childhood Education and a music endorsement. He has taught and coached for the last eleven years at Perry High School in Perry, Ga. His back-ground in music has allowed him to travel in and out of the U.S. performing. He has coached multiple regional, state, and national champion-ship competitive cheer teams. Tony travels nationally as a speaker on cheer and dance and as a competitive judge. He is a former cheerleading instructor of the year and a former Georgia high school association assistant coach of the year. He loves cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Tim Rozzell, graduate assistant – footballRozzell graduated from Tabor in 2013 earning a

BA in Mathematics. He played on the football team as a quarterback and running back in the 2011 and 2012 seasons. Tim is beginning his first year coaching quarterbacks at TC while working toward his MBA. He hopes to be an example of character and Christian leadership to all of the students/athletes he comes in contact with.

Anthony Morris

Tricia Brothers Aubrey Smith

Lyndel Walker Joan Warkentin

Andy Davis Season Graves

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Retired NFL All-Pro Rolland “Bay” Lawrence attended the Tabor College football game Saturday Nov. 9 against Bethel College in Hillsboro, con-gratulating current senior James Monroe Jr. Monroe surpassed the all-time rushing record Lawrence set 40 years ago. A cer-emony was held during half-time to recognize the accomplishments of both men.

On the afternoon of Oct. 19 against Friends University, Monroe gained 197 rushing yards and one touchdown on 34 carries, establishing a new career rushing record with 3,198 yards. The 40-year old record had been set in 1972 by Lawrence who

finished his career with 3,008 yards. With one game remaining in the regular season, Monroe’s rushing total now stands at 3,389 yards.

In the fall of 1969, Lawrence journeyed to Tabor from his home in Franklin, Pa., to play football for the Bluejays. The second leading rusher on the team his freshman year, Lawrence showed no stop-ping his sophomore year when he was selected First Team All-KCAC. During his junior year, he first broke the record for most rushing yards. During his senior year at Tabor, he was selected First Team All-District 10 and Honorable

Mention NAIA All-American. Lawrence was eventu-ally inducted into the Tabor College and NAIA Hall of Fame.

Lawrence left Tabor College after graduating in 1973 to play for the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons. He had a distinguished career with the Falcons from 1973-1981 and was named All-Pro in 1976 and 1977. Lawrence still holds the Falcons’ record for most interceptions in a career with 39.

Monroe’s journey from the East Coast to Midwest Kansas is quite similar. An outstanding athlete and

student from Brown Mills, N.J., Monroe exudes a quiet strength.

Monroe had not heard about Tabor until the Bluejays began recruiting him.

“I was excited to receive Tabor’s offer and was impressed by their professionalism and care for my goals, both on and off the field,” Monroe said.

During his freshman year at Tabor, Monroe was aware of the record that Lawrence had set.

“After my first year at Tabor, I had slightly over 400 yards and I thought there is no way I could break the record,” Monroe said. “So I stopped thinking about it and played ball.”

Monroe reflected on the game in which his new record was set. “I did not know I had broken the record, I wasn’t thinking about it,” he said. “We won the game, and that’s the most important part. It was a team effort. While this was a great accomplishment, I am most blessed to be playing with such a great team.”

Monroe values his teammates. “The players on this team consist of great men,” he said. “We work hard and we play for a purpose.”

Lawrence agrees that teamwork is a necessity.“A good team and a strong line attribute to suc-

cessful players and these types of records,” Lawrence said. “I congratulate Mr. Monroe for the hard work and accomplishments he has made on the field. He is clearly a talented and humble young man with a sup-portive cast in front of him.”

Lawrence is thankful for the reminder of good times.“The Lord is good, and I thank James for accom-

plishing these goals allowing me to reflect on the years I was blessed to be at Tabor,” said Lawrence.

Monroe also notes the encouragement Tabor has brought to his life.

“I have become a new person thanks to the coach-es, professors and staff at Tabor,” he said. “It is by God’s grace that I am here and have had the privilege to play alongside these wonderful men. God is contin-ually working in my heart and I am thankful for that.”

Monroe was invited and played in the 2013 NCAA D2 vs NAIA Senior Bowl Game Dec. 21 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Tabor currently holds one of the top rushing attacks in the country averaging 415.1 yards per game. Monroe finds himself in the center of this explosive ground game and ranks eighth in the country averag-ing 136.4 rushing yards per game.

Since retiring from the NFL, Lawrence has had a successful and meaningful professional career as a teacher, coach, vice principal and principal for Vision Quest, a youth placement facility in Franklin, Pa.

James Monroe Jr. breaks through the line of defense during the Tabor vs. Bethel game. The Bluejays were victo-rious over Bethel 76-19 and celebrated a new single game rushing record with 571-yards.

Tabor College Senior, James Monroe Jr. receives recognition from retired NFL All-Pro Rolland “Bay” Lawrence at half-time of football game.

Tabor College All-American and NFL All-Pro “Bay” Lawrence 40-year record broken

15Focusing on his footwork, Sophomore Philipp Wahl of Germany shows strong offensive movement.

Sophomore Jose Lopez of Perris, Calif. advances through the defense.

n Tabor’s football team won its first road playoff game in school history and finished the 2013 season with a 10-3 record overall and a 7-2 record in conference playing tying them for second in the KCAC standings. The team ranked 11th in the nation after falling to Grand View in the quarterfinals of the NAIA Football Champion series. Fourteen members of the Tabor College football team were honored by the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference for their efforts during the 2013 season. The honorees were James Monroe Jr., Jess Croley, Terach Antoine, Anthony Daniel, Nik France, Jordan Costa, Cordell Simmons, Dylan Delk, Donnell Davis, Cody Coleman, Scott Bauer, Ben Gardner, Tyler Davis and Cody Godshall. The Bluejays will look to continue their success next year with a strong group of returners and another talented recruit-ing class.

n Seven players from the Tabor men’s soccer team were selected to the KCAC All-Conference teams for their performances during 2013 season. Adam Morley, Bransyn Felty, Marian Saar, Philipp Wahl, Alberto Checa, Rafael Marin and Antoine Williams were hon-ors recipients. Tabor, whose season came to a close in the championship game of the conference tourna-ment, finished the 2013 season with a record of 13-6-2, and a KCAC record of 5-2-2, good for third place in the regular season standings.

Sports Briefsn The Tabor College women’s soccer team ended their season on a win, beating the Bethel College Threshers 3-2 on Tuesday afternoon in Hillsboro, Kan. Tabor (3-6 KCAC, 6-11 Overall) finished their season in 7th place in the KCAC.

n The 2013 Tabor College volleyball returned to the top of the KCAC after earning a share of the conference title with Kansas Wesleyan University. Tabor finished the regular season with a KCAC record of 16-2, and an overall record of 24-6.

n The Tabor College women’s cross country team placed 17th out of 21 teams and the men’s cross coun-try team placed 12th out of 25 teams at the NAIA Mid-States Classic hosted by Southwestern College, at the Veterans’ Home in Winfield, Kan.

n The Tabor College cheerleaders attended the UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association) college camp held in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin to strengthen team build-ing techniques as well as develop crowd leading skills. The team received three superior awards for outstand-ing evaluation performances in sideline, fight song and game-day readiness and received one excellent award for cheer evaluation. The Tabor Bluejay received two superi-or awards, one excellent award in character development and most improved mascot award.

Making a run down the field, Junior Jessica Renzelman of Ione, Calif. con-tinues the play.

Cheerleaders at the UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association) college camp held in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Photo courtesy Tony Morris.

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Brielle Lund at NAIA national cross country, Lawrence, Kan

Joel Allen at NAIA national cross country, Lawrence, Kan

Garrett Daugherty at NAIA national cross country, Lawrence, Kan

Above: Successful in her effort, Senior Amy Jo Maphet of Pratt, Kan. saves the volley. Right:Senior Hollister Wolf of Moundridge, Kan. sets for a teammate's next play.

Senior Katie Kaufman of McPherson, Kan. prepares for a powerful spike.

Cody Coleman, running back.

Quarterback Ryan Nelson to running back James Monroe Jr.

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Cody (g’05) and Shaina Schafer, Tampa, Kan., a boy, Canon Mak, October 23, 2013

Chris (fs’06) and Emily (Vogts g’07) Metcalf, Wichita, Kan., a boy, Oliver Gene, August 8, 2013

Michael (g’09) and Corey Rousell, Holcomb, Kan., a boy, Landon Arthur, August 16, 2013

Micah (g’03) and Amanda Ratzalff, Hillsboro, Kan., a boy, Zavior Cross, July 8, 2013

Layne (g’06) and Staci (Funk g’06) Frick, Hesston, Kan., a girl, Anisten Jayne, June 6, 2013

David (fs’87) and Darlene Regier, Murrieta, Calif., a boy, Daniel James, June 5, 2013

Dean (fs’99) and Amy Suderman, Hillsboro, Kan., a girl, Amberly Janelle, May 28, 2013

Trent and Shanna (Roberts g’06) Woodcock, Hutchinson, Kan., a boy, Levi Wayne, May 19, 2013

Danny and Becky (Lutes g’06) Anders, Maize, Kan., a boy, Jeremiah Daniel, May 4, 2013

Mark van Houten (g’98) and Uliana van Houten, a girl, Katie Ruth, March 29, 2013

MarriagesDrew Fulmer (fs’02) and Jeanie Smith (g’03), married in Hesston, Kan., on October 18, 2013

Grant Mulkey and Tina Wesley (g’09), married in McPherson, Kan., on October 6, 2013

Michael Hook and Daneen Landis (g’04), married in Abilene, Kan., on September 22, 2013

Adam Dirks (g’11) and Bethany Hamilton, married in Kauai, Hawaii, on August 18, 2013

Adam Suderman (fs’11) and Jenae Pauls (g’11), married in Wichita, Kan., on August 10, 2013

Jake Nachtigal (cs’13) and Yvonne Brubacher (cs’13), married in Hesston, Kan., on August 3, 2013

Daniel Jost (fs’11) and Candace Weinbrenner (fs’12), married in Hillsboro, Kan., on August 3, 2013

Jakob Brucks (g’13) and Nikol Sandoval (g’13), married in Golden, Colo., on July 27, 2013

Mark Ellis and Cara Goedecke (g’06), married in Dallas, Texas, on June 29, 2013

Dmitry Bucklin and Rachel Weaver (g’13), married in Inola, Okla., on June 22, 2013

Kyle Friesen and Karis Jost (g’07), married in Hesston, Kan., on June 29, 2013

Jacob Sivells (g’10) and Chelsea Malone (g’10), married in Claflin, Kan., on June 8, 2013

Daniel Howard and Kady Albrecht (g’13), married in Herington, Kan., on May 25, 2013

Brent Ford and Audrey Weinbrenner (fs’11), mar-ried in Olathe, Kan., on March 23, 2013

Josh Jost (g’10) and Rachel Creps, married in Draper, Utah, on August 11, 2012

Macy Fadenrecht (g’10) and Kayla Baum, married in Fairview, Okla., on September 8, 2012

Garrett Gould and Taylor Funk (g’12), married in Wichita, Kan., on December 7, 2012

Mark van Houten (g’98), and Uliana Tikhomirova, married in Sheridan, Wyo., on May 23, 2009

Births/AdoptionsAndrew and Tricia (Brauch g’98) Forsythe, Buffalo, S.D., a girl, Allyria Kamaryn, November 17, 2013

Jenkins Franklin and Shelby Miller (g’08), Dallas, Texas, a girl, Essie Robin Franklin, October 29, 2013

Conner/Finch Ellis/Goedecke Ford/Weinbrenner Gould/Funk

Hook/Landis Howard/Albrecht Jost/Creps Jost/Weinbrenner

Mulkey/Wesley Nachtigal/Brubacher van Houten/Tikhomirova

Jenkins Franklin and Shelby Miller (g’08), Denver, Colo., a boy, Robert Myland Jenkins Franklin, December 13, 2012

Todd McAtee and Heidi Braun (g’04), Topeka, Kan., a girl, Leah Braun, August 8, 2012

Ryan Vogt (fs’02) and Christy (Dyck g’02) Vogt, Newton, Kan., adopted Karina Nichole, December 28, 2011

Blayne (g’90) and Tonya Brockmueller, Sioux Falls, S.D., a boy, Andrew, June 10, 2011

DeathsMichael Van Doren (fs’05), Topeka, Kan., January 6, 2014

Rosena (Loewen g’40) Warkentin, Lincoln, Neb., January 2, 2014

Rubena (Leppke g’40) Bartel, Hillsboro, Kan., December 21, 2013

Archie Heide (g’55), Fairview, Okla., November 29, 2013

Levi Jost (fs’44), Harrisonburg, Va., November 22, 2013

Darrell Stutzman (g’80), Hutchinson, Kan., November 8, 2013

Rosetta Wiens (Funk fs’53), Mountain Lake, Minn., October 22, 2013

Don J Suderman (g’65), Hillsboro, Kan., October 22, 2013

Robert Derksen (g’54), Wichita, Kan., October 18, 2013

Alfred Berg (g’37), Reedley, Calif., October 18, 2013

James Collier (g’87), El Centro, Calif., October 7, 2013

Richard Pankratz (g’61), Topeka, Kan., September 21, 2013

Lilly Ann Pankratz (fs’49), Hutchinson, Kan., September 8, 2013

Richard Harms (g’48), North Newton, Kan., September 7, 2013

Reverend Donald Esau (g’74), Henderson, Neb., August 27, 2013

Irma (Richert g’39) Ens, Hillsboro, Kan., August 23, 2013

John Faul (g’55), Hillsboro, Kan., August 10, 2013

Daniel Cates (g’89), Overland Park, Kan., August 5, 2013

Kelly Hayes (g’74), Wichita, Kan., July 31, 2013

James Andres (fs’56), Fresno, Calif., July 22, 2013

Arthur Vix (fs’42), Minot, N.D., June 30, 2013

Sandra (Brandt g’62) Epp, Bakersfield, Calif., June 30, 2013

Walter Weber (g’55), Sedgwick, Kan., June 16, 2013

Esther (Jost fs’43) Bartel, North Newton, Kan., June 2, 2013

Leslie Fast (g’57), Littleton, Colo., May 25, 2013

Esther (Ottensmeier fs’66) Klein, Hillsboro, Kan., May 24, 2013

Jeanette (Block fs’58) Herbel, El Mirage, Ariz., April 18, 2013

Alumni News – 1970sLyndon Plett (g’75), has accepted a position at Northern Kentucky University as the assistant women’s basketball coach.

1980sTim Miller (g’82), is an art teacher at Golden High School in Colorado. Tim is a teacher who lives and breathes the mantra for which he is known: “The best teacher is not necessarily the one who pos-sesses the most knowledge, but the one who most effectively enables his students to believe in their ability to learn.” This past year he received the High School Art Educator of the Year award. He has also been recognized by 9News.

1990sSheree Nikkel Gerig (g’92) has been appointed to the Board of Governors of the Eisenhower Excellence in Public Service Series as communi-cations chairperson. The group is dedicated to expanding the role of women in local, state and national politics, and growing the number of Republican women elected to office in Kansas.

Chad Christensen (g’95) was named Kansas 5A Baseball Coach of the Year. He has been the head baseball coach at Maize South High School in Wichita, Kansas since it opened in 2009.

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Dr. Cayle Goertzen (g’95), recently took a posi-tion as the Family Practice Physician in Belleville, Kan. at the Belleville Medical Clinic and also makes rounds at the hospital in Belleville.

Dr. Kim Kenas (g’96), and her dad, Dr. William Loewen (Honorary Alumni) were recently featured in The Wichita Eagle as being a father/daughter team practicing medicine together for the past 9 years at West Wichita Family Physicians. Dr. Loewen said, “We follow New Testament principles to treat others the way you want to be treated and helping and caring about others.”

2000sDr. James Arthur White (g’01) is a Tabor College Wichita graduate in Christian Ministries. James finished his PhD Leadership in April of 2013 at Tennessee Temple University, Chattanooga, Tennessee with a 3.85 GPA. His dissertation was Leadership Characteristics of Successful Pastoral Leaders in the Wichita Metro area.

Erica (Shaw g’00) Plummer - July 2, 2013−Kennedy and Coe, LLC welcomes Erica Plummer as a senior associate in the firm’s Wichita office. Plummer brings to clients more than 15 years of professional experience in financial analysis, forecasting/budgeting and efficiency and process improvements. Most recently, Plummer was a senior financial analyst-operation for Agco Corporation, Hesston. Plummer earned a bachelor’s degree in business management and organizational develop-ment from Tabor College, Hillsboro, Kan., graduat-ing cum laude. Kennedy and Coe, LLC is ranked as one of the top 100 largest accounting and consult-ing firms in the U.S. and serves clients domesti-cally and internationally from offices in Colorado, Kansas, Washington, D.C., and Wyoming.

Debra Townsend (g’00) has accepted an Instructional Design position with Tiger Financial, LLC.

Daniel Mayes (g’02) earned a Doctor of Ministry degree from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary in Dubuque, Iowa on May 18, 2013. His dissertation was titled, “A Movement for Wholeness: Racial Inclusivity in Rural Ministry.” In November, 2012 he became an Affiliate Instructor in the Ministry & Theology department at Southwestern College - Professional Studies, Wichita, Kan. He was chosen to serve a three-year term on the Alumni Board of Phillips Theological Seminary in Tulsa, OK, beginning January 2013. Additionally, this year he completed his sixth year with his current congregation, First Christian Church of Spencer, Iowa and was awarded a sabbat-ical. His sabbatical renewal activities, funded par-tially by grants from the University of Dubuque and

Disciples Home Missions, included a study tour, “Art and Culture of Scotland and the Netherlands,” and a personal retreat at St. John’s Abbey in Collegeville, MN.

Cody Toews (g’02), manager of the Tractor Supply Company store in Williston, ND, was presented with the following awards: Presidents Profit Award for most profitable store in the US and District Profit Award for most profitable store in North Dakota and South Dakota, at the 2012 annual meet-ing in Nashville, Tenn.

Kyla Suzanne Ford (g’05) is now working as a Licensed Therapist/Counselor for ATS Counseling/Focus Institute in Enid, Okla.

Danielle Frick (g’07) received KAKE’s Golden Apple award for teaching. Since 2003, KAKE News and our partners have awarded over 360 Golden Apple Awards honoring Wichita-area educators who are making a positive difference in our local schools. With this program, these teachers receive com-munity wide recognition for the creative ways they support, motivate and encourage a lifetime of learn-ing, in and out of the classroom. Eligible nominees include Pre-K through 12th grade teachers in the Wichita-area who inspire and motivate students to great heights in education. The organization looks for individuals who demonstrate creative teaching, develop programs for our youth and/or any other activities that add greater value to learning and/or have an exceptional attitude despite adversity.

Kelly (White g’08) Curran received her White Coat for entrance into Physicians Assistance Program at Red Rocks Community College (Colorado).

Joanna Chapa (g’09) led the first ever Peruvian National Youth Conference in Piura during Tabor College interterm with 4 Tabor students and part-nering with missionary and Tabor graduate Heidi Schmidt (g’08).

2010sSamantha Van Ranken (g’12) and Samuel Page (g’12) received their White Coats at the University of Saint Mary physiotherapy program

Mandi Phillips (g’12) received the University of Kansas Chapter Recognition Award in Pharmacy

Ben Clark (g’13) received his white coat at Southwest Baptist University physiotherapy program.

Nolan Dirks (g’13) became a care staff member at ITA Home, a Boys’ Cottage, at Grace Children’s Home in Henderson, Neb.

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February 20 Men’s and Women’s Basketball @ Univ of Saint Mary 6 p.m.

February 21 President’s Dinner

February 21 Tabor Board Meetings

February 22 Men’s and Women’s Basketball vs. Friends Parent Night 5 p.m.

February 24 Men’s and Women’s Basketball @ Newman Univ 6 p.m.

March 9 Campus Visit Weekend

March 14 Concert Choir Tour; Neb., Kan., S.D., Minn.

March 14 Concerto Bella Voce Tour; Kan., Colo., Neb.

March 17 Spring Break

April 26 Spring Showcase

May 3 Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies annual spring dinner, Tabor Campus 6:30 p.m.

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Tabor basketball teams landscape newly renovated campus parking lot.