Lipscomb University - Backlog Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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e ‘‘Our Fearless Leader’’ The Students of David Lipscomb College, January 1986 Dedication 21

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DEDICATION One Bison Day a long time ago, our fearless leader (a name given to him by his “crazy bunch” the PPPPP) lived up to that title. Every Bison Day he has allowed social clubs to attack his best suit with their tokens of spirit. Tau Phi went a step further, bringing a hot air balloon to the campus and coaxing President Collins to take a ride and show that the Bisons are “above the rest.” A student proclamation was given to Brother Collins during Million Dollar Day to show appreciation for his many years of service. 20 Dedication

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Brother Collins enjoys a “forbidden fruit’’ while gathering with students. Goo Goos are his favorite, but he claims he must hide them so that his wife won't discover his sweet tooth. 22 Dedication ‘‘Our Fearless Leader’’ President Willard Collins became our fearless leader in September of the year 1977. During his time he has successfully zoned the Burton property and increased the endowment fund five fold. Rarely does a man accomplish so much in such a short amount of time. Rarely does a man’s wife accomplish so much. The Associated Ladies for Lipscomb honored Mrs. Ruth Collins by setting up a scholarship fund in her name. People were so inspired by Mrs. Collins and the fund that it topped $52,000 by January. Rarely do two people ever capture the hearts of all who meet them. D What Did I Say? “. .. he always seemed to make chapel a fresh, rewarding experience .. .”’ On having to stand on a platform in chapel: ‘I’ve never been this high in chapel before.” On introducing Buddy Arnold: ‘‘We have gathered together to worship God and His Son Buddy Arnold ... will now lead us in singing. On finding a future mate: ‘‘The birthrate is down which affects enrollment and | want you to do something about it.” “Get out there and start mating!”’ On having a picnic on his lawn: “‘The faculty will supply the ice cream; we’ll supply the grass.”’ On dismissing chapel: ‘That is all.’’