Day on the Farm will honor longtime volunteer Flaming Aug 9, 2007
Profits from sale of the cattle go to Western District Conference, Mennonite Church USA and Bethel College and are also reinvested in Agri-Urban. Agri-Urban is implemented by a steering committee from Mennonite Men, a mission and service organization for men in the Mennonite church. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
All-Racine County girls' soccer: Horlick, Park dominate first-team selections Jul 12, 2007
Will attend and play at Bethel College (Ind. . (Racine Journal Times, WI)
VICKERS/A triumvirate of teachers Jul 12, 2007
Mr. Cross, although a native of Scott county, came to East Central from Bethel College in McKenzie, Tennessee. At East Central, he taught Freshman and Sophomore Chemistry. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Cagers lose thriller Jun 28, 2007
- The calendar says it's June, but judging by the intensity on the court by both teams, it clearly felt like late-February Wednesday night at Bethel College. Cassopolis' Paul Curtis looks for someone to pass to. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Softball team falls, baseball team ties Jun 28, 2007
- A controversial call helped Indiana East win the Sports Fest softball title on Thursday night at Bethel College, 3-2. Indiana East grabbed a 3-1 lead in the top of the eighth inning with a pair of runs. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Young signs with Bethel College Jun 27, 2007
All of Young's hard work paid off when he signed a national letter of intent to play football for the Bethel College Wildcats, starting August 2 ... When asked what impressed him about Bethel College, Spenser explained that it was their coaches and stats. (Lafayette Macon County Times, TN)
The best ever, prep hockey: Our top picks with pucks Jun 24, 2007
There were other players from the early days who enjoyed great prep careers -- individuals such as Kevin Londau, Tim Fisher, Greg Davis (who played at Ferris State) and Eric Peterson (who played at Bethel College). But picking the best is kind of like the Waterloo Black Hawks trying to decide who to pick first in the USHL draft. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Indiana dominates Jun 23, 2007
- A controversial call helped Indiana East win the Sports Fest softball title on Thursday night at Bethel College, 3-2. Holly Lowe makes a tag on an Indiana East runner Thursday. (Dowagiac News, MI)
All-star volleyball squads to battle Friday Jun 22, 2007
Morgan Peters, Henderson-Heartland, daughter of Marc and Kelli Peters, plans to attend Bethel College and major in athletic trainer. Her high school coach was Dawn Ehmen. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
All-Stars take it on the chin Jun 22, 2007
Michigan found out its opponents for the championship games in baseball and softball on Tuesday night as the first round was completed at Bethel College. Michigan, a 7-6 winner on Monday night, will take on Indiana East, which won a slugfest over Indiana West, 22-11. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Barn Swallow presents musical review Jun 22, 2007
The troupe consists of young performers who have attended area high schools and colleges, and are continuing their education in theater and music at Southwestern Michigan College, Bethel College or Indiana State at Terre Haute. Their enthusiasm and talent will leave you humming some of the songs, and with a smile on your face. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Michigan shines at Sports Fest Jun 22, 2007
- Some of the best Southwest Michigan high school athletes traveled south of the state line to Bethel College in Mishawaka, Ind ... Tuesday's action will see the Michigan boys' tennis team take on Metro at 5 p.m., girls' basketball squaring off against Metro at 6 p.m. on the campus of Bethel College. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Sports Fest begins June 17 Jun 15, 2007
Area athletes converged at Edwardsburg High School on Sunday for registration, team photos and a practice session to kick off the fourth annual Sports Fest to be held at Bethel College. Opening ceremonies begin June 17 at Bethel and game competition will take place June 18-23 in football, boys' and girls' basketball, boys' and girls' soccer, boys' and girls' tennis, baseball, softball and volleyball. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Sports Fest opens June 17 at Bethel Jun 13, 2007
EDWARDSBURG - Area athletes converged at Edwardsburg High School on Sunday for registration, team photos and a practice session to kick off the fourth annual Sports Fest to be held at Bethel College. Opening ceremonies begin June 17 at Bethel and game competition will take place June 18-23 in football, boys' and girls' basketball, boys' and girls' soccer, boys' and girls' tennis, baseball, softball and volleyball. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Kitty League to get underway on Friday, Firebirds are away Jun 1, 2007
The Tennessee T's played in 2006 on the campus of Bethel College at McKenzie at a field without lights that proved impractical and the franchise was eliminated and a new franchise awarded to the Tradewater Pirates, representing the Dawson Springs, Ky. area. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Sports Fest rosters announced for winter sports teams, football Jun 1, 2007
- The rosters for boys' basketball, girls' volleyball and football have been released for June's Sports Fest at Bethel College. Selected for football were Paul Curtis of Cassopolis, Craig Blume and Kevin Stack of Edwardsburg, Paul DePoy and Nick Otolski of Niles, Matt Duckett of Brandywine and Matt Dykema of Buchanan. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Chris Primley, Holly Lowe win All-Sports Awards Jun 1, 2007
Primley, who earned honorable mention all-state as a senior, has been chosen to play in both basketball and football during the upcoming Sports Fest at Bethel College. Several new awards were presented Wednesday night at DMS.. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Sports Fest: Six more Chieftains named to various squads May 31, 2007
Dowagiac landed six more players on the roster for the upcoming Sports Fest at Bethel College. The fall and winter sports teams have already been announced. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Andrews using her arm to follow in family's footsteps May 28, 2007
Spenser s sister, Lindsey Andrews, had an outstanding softball career for Columbia Central, Columbia State and Bethel College. The four-year school located in McKenzie retired Lindsey s jersey after two record-setting years and an NAIA national batting champioonship. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Redirecting SMC resources May 26, 2007
"Over in the (Dale A.) Lyons Building, we took the large area that was the property of the Community Services Division and transformed it into a university center that has not only Ferris State University offices, but Bethel College and Western Michigan University, all for bachelor's degree programs they offer on our campus. We don't make any money on that, but it's certainly part of providing service.". . (Dowagiac News, MI)
Dowagiac's O'Keefe finishes 9th in vault May 26, 2007
- Ann O'Keefe, a freshman at Bethel College, finished ninth in the pole vault on Thursday at the NAIA Track National Championships. O'Keefe cleared 11-foot-3. (Dowagiac News, MI)
More of this story» May 25, 2007
He received many academic awards, along with the Michigan Competitive Scholarship Award; the Presidential Scholarship from Bethel College; and the Award of Distinction Academic Scholarship from Southwestern Michigan College, where he will attend after graduation. Alexander D. Olafsson. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
'Adam and Eve' creator praises Beckwith version May 25, 2007
"Music director and accompanist Debbie Keller of Cassopolis teaches piano at Southwestern Michigan College and is an adjunct professor at Bethel College. This will be her second Beckwith musical after "Forever Patsy Cline" in 2006.. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Basketball, volleyball and football roster announced for 2007 Sports Fest May 23, 2007
- The rosters for boys' basketball, girls' volleyball and football have been released for June's Sports Fest at Bethel College. Niles' Danny Rodts was named to the Michigan All-Stars in basketball. (Niles Star, MI)
Former Dexter standout named scholar athlete May 23, 2007
- Bethel College's Derek Demaree has been named a 2007 NAIA Men's Basketball Daktronics Scholar Athlete ... This is truly a great achievement and honor to have him join the other Academic All Americans across the nation and former student athletes who have achieved the same at Bethel College, we are very proud of him ... Derek also received the Bethel College Men's Basketball 2006-2007 Season awards for most rebounds, most charges, and highest grade point average. (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Moundridge debater will continue his journey May 19, 2007
Stucky will be attending Bethel College in North Newton, where his family and friends have graduated from ... He won't be attending Bethel College alone. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Forty-One Tigers to Graduate Saturday May 5, 2007
Langley transferred in to Memphis for one season after playing three years at Bethel College. As a Tiger, the right-hander saw action in 10 games and made one start. (Gotigersgo.com)
4/21/07 TrackBilliken Track and Field Results From Vanderbilt Invitational Apr 22, 2007
4 8 43 Odusanya, Nike Bethel College 28 ... 8 7 50 Chin, Kim Bethel College 27 ... 81 69 Halsall, Sara Bethel College 2:29. (Slubillikens.com)
From spheres to spears Apr 20, 2007
Jeff Buller of Bethel College of Kansas has a throw of 211-4, which is the best NAIA throw this year. Also breaking 190 feet this season are Tyler Richardson of Oregon's Concordia (193-2), Ben Francis of Doane (193-0), and Concordia of California's Paul Greive (192-8). (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Hiebner named CHS boys basketball coach Apr 17, 2007
Since that championship game, Hiebner, who was then an assistant coach at Bethel College in Kansas, went from coaching basketball at Harvard (NSAA enrollment 87 in 2003) for two seasons to three years at Centennial (2006 enrollment: 176) and now to Columbus High (2007 enrollment: 886) ... Hiebner, a Henderson native, played at Bethel College under Gary Chubb where he formulated his coaching strategy, which is based off man-to-man defense and a motion offense that can be adapted to different... (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Conley helps lead team to win Apr 11, 2007
Senior Brooke Conley of Derby helped lead the Division 1 and 4 team in Bethel College s first annual AVCTL Champions of Character All-Star game to their win Saturday ... From the list, Mark Fox, women s basketball coach at Bethel College, and his staff selected the two to 10 player rosters. (Derby Daily Reporter, KS)
Crawfords shine in defeat: MHS seniors combine for 29 Apr 10, 2007
6 seconds left Saturday night lifted the Division 1 and 4 Ark Valley Chisholm Trail League All-Stars to a pulsating 101-100 victory over Divisions 2 and 3 in the Champions of Character game at at Bethel College. Steven finished the game with 27 points to lead all scorers. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Conley, Steven to play in All-Star game Apr 6, 2007
Derby basketball players Brooke Conley and Chip Steven will be participating in Bethel College s first annual AV-CTL Champions of Character All-Star game Saturday at Thresher Gymnasium on the Bethel campus ... The games will be directed by Bethel College men s and women s basketball coaches Gary Chupp and Mark Fox. (Derby Daily Reporter, KS)
Sports Fest fall sports rosters released Apr 5, 2007
Sports Fest will be held June 18-23 at Bethel College, with opening ceremonies scheduled for Sunday, June 17. This will be the fourth year for the all-star event. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Lady Pumas off to 5-1 start in GLVC Apr 4, 2007
SJC returns to action Wednesday, playing a non-conference twin bill at Bethel College. Play is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m., local time. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
IHS' Parrott joins Bethel Mar 27, 2007
The coaching staff at Bethel College will no doubt prepare him to make the final transition to the next level. The Threshers, whose head coach Mike Moore is a former McPherson High assistant, had a banner 2006 season, going 9-2 and earning a spot in the NAIA playoffs. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Basketball players receive All-State, All-Class honors Mar 27, 2007
There are two games: Elks All-Star Game at Bethel College in Newton and Southwest All-Star Game at Pratt Community College. For the Panthers, Chip Steven received an honorable mention selection for the Wichita Eagle's 6A All-Class Boys. (Derby Daily Reporter, KS)
DUHS thinclads lack numbers Mar 20, 2007
Dowagiac has a solid nucleus returning for its girls' team, but must find a way to replace multiple regional champion Ann O'Keefe, who has moved on to Bethel College. Returning for the Chieftains are seniors Christynn Black, Kate Duszynski and Heather Stevens; juniors Jackie Green, Sada Nealey, Cari Spencer and Samantha Stone; and sophomores Moneisha Clabin and Kayleigh Hutchings. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Small opts to play fro Bethel College Mar 16, 2007
A chance to play, a school that wanted him and a built-in support system all played a factor in Franklin wide receiver and defensive back Steve Small s decision to sign a scholarship with Bethel College in McKenzie, Tenn. on Tuesday. (New Iberia, LA)
Southeast Concludes Home Stand Against Arkansas-Pine Bluff Mar 16, 2007
The Redhawks are 3-0 in their previous first-time meetings this year (two against Cleveland State, one versus Bethel College), and they will play Central Arkansas in two mid-week games next week. UAPB is the second school from the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) that Southeast has played this season. (Gosoutheast.com)
Cowgirls 1st, Cowboys 2nd at state lifting meet Mar 16, 2007
Jeffery signed a letter of intent earlier this winter to play football at Bethel College. "It was Troy's first meet and he placed third in his weight class.," Geist said. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Southeast Baseball Looks to End Skid Against Bethel College Mar 14, 2007
SOUTHEAST VS. BETHEL COLLEGE: The Redhawks and Wildcats will meet for the first time in their school's history. The Wildcats, who play in the TranSouth Conference of the NAIA, are 13-7-1 so far this season. (Gosoutheast.com)
Southeast Reigns in Win Against Bethel College Mar 14, 2007
Senior improved his record to 2-1, pitching six innings of relief against Bethel College. Riley (2-1) entered the game in the top of the fourth after Jonathon Keck hit a solo home run off of Leigh to lead off the frame. (Gosoutheast.com)
NAIA will bring national attention to city Feb 27, 2007
Bethel College will serve as the NAIA host school for the event. The city of Plymouth really helped seal the deal for us getting to host, said Doug Leedke, general manager for Swan Lake Resort. (Plymouth Pilot News, IN)
Social Scene Feb 22, 2007
Elisabeth is a 1996 graduate of Mt. Lake High School, a 2000 graduate of Bethel College of North Newton, Kan. and is now a masters student at Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminaries in Elkhart, Ind. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)
Wherever the road of life may lead Feb 22, 2007
where he graduated from Bethel College in 1969. The United States was embroiled in the Vietnam War and I chose to do my service as a conscientious objector, Bob explained. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)
Mac men seek to avoid play-in Feb 17, 2007
Chupp, the head coach at Bethel College, could do his old friend a favor tonight. A Bethel victory at Sterling would assure Trimmell's McPherson College Bulldogs of not having to take part in Monday's play-in games, which are for the teams that finish in places 7-10. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
"Idol" contestant eliminated in early Hollywood round Feb 17, 2007
Returning to her studies at Bethel College, where she is a junior, Thomas said that she hasn't written off the idea of giving "Idol" another go next year. With a one-in-eight shot of making it to the show's coveted 24 finalist spots, Thomas feels optimistic about what she should expect if she makes it to Hollywood Week with the popular show again next year. (Bartlett Express, TN)
ENGAGEMENTS- Heiser, Hague to wed Aug. 18 Feb 17, 2007
The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Hillsboro High School and will graduate in May from Bethel College in nursing. Her fiance is a 2001 graduate of Hillsboro High and will graduate in May with a business management degree from Tabor College, where he is coaching tennis. (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
KCAC honors former Immaculata High standout Feb 15, 2007
Bassett was named the KCAC s top female performer after leading Sterling to wins over Friends University and Bethel College last week. The 5-foot-7 Leavenworth native averaged 15. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Ganton passes 2000 points Feb 14, 2007
"I haven't thought about it much," Ganton said following Huntington University's recent win at Bethel College. Anything could happen: He could tear up a knee and miss the rest of the season. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Taylor chooses OU as 4 Vian athletes sign with colleges Feb 10, 2007
Phillip Wright accepted a scholarship to play for Northeastern State, choosing the Division II school in Tahlequah over Bethel College in Kansas. The senior said NSU began recruiting him in the middle of the season and he is looking forward to the challenge of playing at the next level. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Bethel College signs Moundridge High duo Feb 9, 2007
Staff Photos by Steve Sell (Left) Moundridge s Dalen Dickerson, seated with his parents Jina and Gary, signs a letter of intent with Bethel College ... Moundridge s Derrick Law, flanked by parents Tammy and Jon, signs with Bethel College ... MOUNDRIDGE -- The football pipeline from Moundridge High School to Bethel College continues to flow. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Growing Number of Colleges Provide Tuition Aid to AmeriCorps Alums Feb 8, 2007
List of Colleges and Universities that Match the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award Alaska Pacific University, Anchorage, AK University of Arkansas -- Clinton School of Public Service, Little Rock, AR CA Institute for Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA Mills College, Oakland, CA Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA University of Delaware, Newark, DE George Washington University -- School of Public Policy, Washington, DC Southeastern University,... (PR Newswire)
Speaking of Sports: Tournaments fun if you're winning Feb 3, 2007
One of those scouting the Christmas tournament here was former Logan County baseball and basketball standout Aaron 'A.J.' Johnson, who is assistant basketball coach and pitching coach for the basketball team at his alma mater, Bethel College in McKenzie, Tenn. He had a great career as a pitcher for the school. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Bartlett graduate sings on "Idol" Feb 3, 2007
With the burdensome task of withdrawing from her college classes to pursue her dreams currently at hand, Thomas, a junior at Bethel College studying vocal music on a full scholarship, is now looking ahead with hopeful expectations of advancing in the "American Idol" competition. For Franks, whether Thomas makes it to the finals in the competition or not, the Mandi Thomas that she knows and has worked with for over half a decade is a winner with a bright future ahead of her - a fact that Franks... (Bartlett Express, TN)
Tabor men bounce back Feb 3, 2007
Following a tough home loss against its rival from Bethel College Jan. 20, the Tabor College men's basketball team got back on the right track last week with a dramatic Thursday night win at McPherson and a steady-handed victory over Saint Mary on Saturday. Saint Mary-Tabor grabbed a 68-59 win at Hillsboro against Saint Mary. (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
Management positions change at Bethel College Feb 1, 2007
Bethel College is a four-year liberal arts college affiliated with. It's the 20th largest college in the Wichita area, with a headcount of 539 in fall 2006, according to the 2006 Wichita Business Journal Book of Lists. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Anniversary concert to feature O'Connor, Hege Feb 1, 2007
The concert will bring to the Memorial Hall stage world renowned violinist/fiddler Mark O'Connor, with Daniel Hege, a Bethel College alumnus and former conductor of the NMKSO, conducting the orchestra ... Daniel Hege is a 1987 Bethel College graduate and a former music director of the NMKSO, a position he held for 13 years ... Arlo Kasper, North Newton, Bethel College professor emeritus of communication arts, will narrate the Lincoln Portrait. (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
Spires miss opportunity to pick up first win Jan 30, 2007
Saint Mary travels to Bethel College on Thursday for an 8 p.m. start ... Saint Mary continues KCAC play on Thursday, traveling to Bethel College for a 6 p.m. tip-off. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Ganton, Huntingto score MCC road win Jan 29, 2007
JAMES FISHER / THE REPORTER Kyle Ganton fires a shot for Huntington University in Saturday s win at Bethel College ... After shooting just 36 percent from the field in the first half, Huntington University improved after the break to record an 83-72 victory at Bethel College on Saturday. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Goessel couple gifts $35,000 to Bethel music dept. Jan 25, 2007
On Dec. 18, the Toewses presented Bethel College's instrumental music department with a gift of $35,000 ... "Instrumental music has been my career, so I'm interested in what goes on in instrumental music at Bethel College," he said ... " The two teachers to whom Jerry referred are Jim Pisano, who began this fall as the director of the jazz program, and assistant professor of music Richard Tirk, who is in his second year as the head of the instrumental music program, including the Bethel College... (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
LR standout joins Bethel Jan 24, 2007
LITTLE RIVER -- Maggie Stephenson, a highly decorated volleyball player who played a major role in four straight state trips for Little River, has signed to play with Bethel College ... Overall, Bethel College just seemed like the right fit for me. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
South Barber Accompanist Played Round the World Jan 18, 2007
After attending Wichita State University and Bethel College majoring in viola and piano, Donita got more interested in jazz and improvisation. That s when she began touring with all the different groups. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Local student receives award Jan 18, 2007
Michael Swartzendruber of Kalona has been awarded the Thresher Academic Scholarship from Bethel College for the 2007-08 academic year ... Bethel College, located in North Newton, Kansas, is a four-year liberal art college affiliated with Mennonite Church USA. Founded in 1887, it is the oldest Mennonite college in North America. (Kalona News, IA)