Multnomah University - Ambassador Yearbook (Portland, OR)

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Tom Erickson 1121 Bible teacher Tom Erickson sees and hears life from an oblique angle. He challenges his students to see God's Word as if for the first time, without their preconceived or en- trenched viewpoints. Not a fly-by-night guy with his head in a bookjl Erickson comes across to students with the attitude that teach- ing is more than just a job to him. lt's life. Denys Fessenden 1131 Frequently punctuating his sentences with in that sense and at that point, Assistant Dean Denys Fessenden clarifies the teaching of others and the teaching ot' God. Students appre- ciate his effort to acknowledge and incorporate contributions given in class. Garry Friesen 1143 The latest Bible professor to join the Multnomah faculty, Garry Friesen teaches well because he communicates well. An example of his effective communication methods: Have I met you? No? Good, then I haven't forgotten your name. What is it? Friesen recognizes that reaching out is the first step to knowing people. John Garmo 1155 John 1 Skip J Garmo's Kay! rings out, signaling his singers to pay attention. Though free and easy-going, Garmo pays close notice to the quality of performance, both in his students and in the music he writes and arranges.

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Helen Carlson 173 Gifted with an excellent memory and a good sense of organization, Alumni Secretary Helen Carlson manages to keep track of Mull- nomah's entire family of alumni and mission- aries. ln addition, she provides students and faculty with a weekly prayer sheet listing Mult- nomah students, both past and present. Dr. Roger Congdon 481 The Bible is a Complex Book rings throughout Dr. Roger Congdon's Bible survey class. The celebrated genius rarely passes a student without greetings Well known for his pop quizes thorrors, yesl, he is sure to make it plain that lf you don't have any questions for me, l have some for you. Mickey Day Q95 With a full schedule of classes in public speaking, psychology, Bible doctrine, Bible study methods and homiletics, Mickey Day encourages his students to learn to budget their time and energies wisely. The busy instructor has a good rapport with students and faithfully puts into practice his philosophy that com- munication makes the world go 'round. Dis- playing a unique love and reverence for words, he finds no trouble sprinkling picturespue ex- pressions and diddlyfrit throught his conver- sations and lectures. Dr. James DeYoung 1103 Dr. James DeYoung, a full-time instructor at Western Conservative Baptist Theological Seminary, also dedicates much time to Multno- mah's new Masters Program. Characterized by his little boy grin, he talks on his students' level without sacrificing his ascertainedmark ot' intelligence. Frank Eaton tl ll Frank Eaton has his hands full as Multno- mah's senior music director, yet he always finds time for his family, and he insists on putting God first in everything. Music students attest to his perfectionist character and high-quality out- put. His concentration on self-discipline is evi- dent both in himself and in his students.

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Jack George 1161 A man with a trumpet in his mouth describes Jack George and his love of brass music. He sometimes clowns around in class, but always 'approaches performing with a ser- iousness which relects his conviction that music, particularly band, is a ministry. Edward Goodrick 1171 Considered a unique teacher on campus because of his positive, frank and truthful views on Greek and Cod's Word, Ed Goodrick is master of the unexpected. He brings humor to his Greek classes, sometimes claiming to have a twin when his lectures wind up as long interesting stories. John Groenlund 1181 Pastoral Advisor John Groenlund presents a visage of concern and appreciation. This is just beautiful. lt certainly deserves an A-H- is his highest tribute. He enjoys giving credit where credit is due and passing on the historical knowledge he loves and knows well. Kay Groenlund 1191 Kay Groenlund uses various tactics to get across the grueling subject of English. Skits are one of the more enjoyable methods. She occa- sionally comments, What are you all talking about? Let's stand and do exercises. A teacher for both body and mind. Lani Harrington 1201 Many people are understanding and sensi- tive to others but in Coach Lani Harringtorfs case, his concern for people is evident in almost every action: how he relates to his little girls, how he treats people, how he remains positive and encouraging even though he hates to lose. Yes, yes, Miss or Mr. l he says, responding to the person as an individual and not simply as someone in the crowd.