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Ohler Spiritual Center to be established
MFA Program for Writers – lectures and readings
The Otherside: An American student living in China
Homecoming 2010 Reunions
New dean of students Deborah Myers
Students receive Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships for study abroad
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Ohler Spiritual Center to be established
The College plans to establish the Ohler Spiritual Center, named in honor of the late Rev. Frederick G. Ohler, who served as chaplain, professor and counselor at the College from 1958-1995. The center will encompass the existing College Chapel, Ransom Fellowship Hall and Christian Education Building. Dedication is planned for Homecoming Weekend Oct. 1-3, 2010.
A profound speaker who delivered eloquent sermons, Ohler touched and transformed the lives of many students, faculty and staff during his nearly four decades at the College. He was involved in Warren Wilson’s transition from a junior college to a four-year college in the 1960s, and in the integration of service into the College’s learning Triad philosophy of academics, work and service.
“For almost four decades Fred drew us together in times of tragedy and times of great joy, times of abundance and times of need, to celebrate passings and commencements, deaths and births. He helped us always to recall our high purpose, its frailty and strength – and our own,” wrote Virginia McKinley, former Dean of the College.
In addition to the Ohler Spiritual Center, the College also has established the Ohler Service Scholarship to ensure that Ohler’s commitment to service is shared with Warren Wilson students for generations to come.
For more information, contact Richard Blomgren, vice president for Advancement, Admission and Marketing: (828) 771-2050 or rickb@warren-wilson.edu.
MFA Program for Writers – lectures and readings
Drop by campus in early July for morning lectures and evening readings in fiction and poetry during the Master of Fine Arts Program for Writers’ summer residency http://www.warren-wilson.edu/~mfa/newwebsite/homepage.php
The Otherside: An American student living in China
Chris Biddle is a junior studying abroad at Liaocheng University, in China's Shandong Province. As part of his WWC creative writing major, he’s writing a blog about his experiences. Follow Chris on his adventure.
Homecoming 2010 Reunions
Classes are already planning class reunions for 2010 Homecoming. Alumni are invited to help celebrate. Each of the events will have varying schedules and associated costs, so please look in your mail/email for details or contact the Alumni Office (alumni@warren-wilson.edu or 828.771.2046) to learn more. If your class is listed and you didn't receive a letter or email regarding the event, please call to ensure we have your updated contact information.
New dean of students Deborah Myers
Deborah Myers has been appointed dean of students at the College. She succeeds Cathy Kramer, who has accepted the position of dean of service learning after five years as dean of students. “I am very excited about joining the Warren Wilson community and serving as the dean of students,” Myers said. “The College's unique Triad, focus on environmental sustainability and commitment to social justice are in tune with my personal philosophies and initially drew me to the position. During my visit to campus, the passionate students and engaging faculty and staff with whom I met demonstrated to me that Warren Wilson is full of exciting opportunities and challenges that will be both professionally and personally satisfying.”
Students receive Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships for study abroad
WWC students Cody Goss ‘11 and Isaiah Thalmayer ’10 are two of 1700 outstanding American undergraduate students who received the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to participate in a study abroad program during the 2010-2011 academic year. Cody Goss will be studying mathematics in Hungary; Isaiah Thalmayer will be studying biodiversity and natural resource management in Madagascar. Gilman Scholars receive up to $5,000 to apply towards their study abroad program costs.
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