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C-EL graduation

[MAY 25, 2001] Chester-East Lincoln School had their graduation exercise Thursday, May 24, at 7:30 p.m.

Lindsey Skelton delivered the welcome address. Diplomas were presented by Mr. Steve Elkins, Mrs. Jennifer Dalrymple and Mrs. Pamela Turner, school board members. The farewell address was given by Leslie Froschauer.

The following students received special awards:

Nate Kessinger, Michelle McFadden, Daniel Ohmart, Chris Ramlow, Wes Reynolds, Tracy Turner — Presidential Education Awards

Chris Ramlow — Mathematics Award

Nate Kessinger — Science Award

Laura Merriman — Ron Groth Memorial English Award

Jared Davison — Literature Award

Bobbi Jean Hartwig — American Legion Award

Emma Ebelherr — DAR Award

Michelle McFadden — Art Award

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Sixth-graders learn what
it’s like to grow old

[MAY 24, 2001] The 18 sixth-graders in Bev Wunderlin’s class at Washington-Monroe School know a little more about growing older than they did a few weeks ago. A cross-curriculum unit on aging has given them insight into the good things as well as the challenges older people experience and has dispelled some of the stereotypes they might have associated with older folks.

A number of different projects tied the unit together, combining science, social studies, history, reading, art, classroom experiments, a field trip to a nursing home and a visit from a local historian. "We crossed the curriculum," Wunderlin explained.

For an art project, the 18 students drew pictures of themselves as they are now, then drew pictures of themselves as they imagined they will be when they got old. For a health lesson in what it’s like to have arthritis, they taped their knuckles together, put on gloves and tried to do simple tasks, like shuffling cards, getting coins out of a purse and opening a childproof medicine bottle.

[Paul Gleason, local historian, talks about World War II to sixth-grade classes at Washington-Monroe School.]

[Sixth-grade students at Washington-Monroe School listen to Paul Gleason talk about the war in Europe and the war in the Pacific during World War II.]

Yellow glasses gave them insight into eye changes that can make reading more difficult. Trying to take a test after listening to a tape that simulated what a hard-of-hearing person might hear helped them understand hearing loss.

The visit to The Christian Nursing Home was a highlight, with each student assigned to interview a resident. They heard some interesting stories.

"My person got to ride to school in a horse and carriage," Jesse explained. "The neighbor gave her a ride."

"My person and her sister had to mow the lawn," Wesley reported. "They had a pony, and they used to tie the pony to the lawn mower and do it that way."

Farm chores, such as caring for animals and working in the fields pulling weeds, were experiences many of the sixth-graders learned about. "My person didn’t finish school. He cared more about animals than school, and his favorite animals were horses," Ashley said. Others reported learning about milking cows and taking care of chickens, ducks and turkeys.

The young people also heard about hard work, sickness and a lot of responsibility.

"My person had to work hard taking care of the family," said Devin. "She had a lot of brothers and sisters, and her mother was sick. Her dad was gone, too, working for other people."

The woman Juliann interviewed had had polio. "She couldn’t walk for years. The happiest memory she has is learning to walk again."

[Sixth-grade students at Washington-Monroe, with teachers Mary Clark (left) and Bev Wunderlin standing at their desks]

[Bev Wunderlin, sixth-grade teacher at Washington-Monroe, worked out a unit including history, social studies, science, reading and other disciplines, which had the theme of growing older.]

Another woman told Megan what it was like to live through the Great Depression. "They didn’t have enough money to get food sometimes," Megan said.

The visit to the nursing home also caused some stereotypes to fall by the wayside.

"I thought they would be slow, but they are just like normal people," Devin said.

"I thought maybe they would be boring," T. J. added. He discovered, instead, that they had good stories to tell.

"I thought they would be forgetful and not remember what they did at our age, but they remember real well," Megan reported.

The students also saw the some of sadness older people can feel. "One man said his daughter and his wife died in the same year, and all he has is a brother," Ashley remembered.

"I felt sorry for some of the people, because they don’t have anybody to visit them," Emily added.

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One of the benefits of growing older, Megan discovered, is that you have a lot of memories to look back on. What might be boring history to youngsters today, such as World War II, was an important part of the lives of many older people.

Local historian Paul Gleason recently helped that era to come alive for Washington-Monroe’s sixth-grade classes. He took the group quickly through the Roaring ’20s, when people wanted to "eat, drink and be merry like there was no tomorrow," and the Great Depression, "when everything fell apart." He talked about food lines, banks that closed and people who committed suicide because they lost all their money.

"Lincoln had one store that gave credit to 27 teachers, allowing them to charge their groceries," he recalled. "That was the Basket Grocery, where the Genealogical and Historical Society is right now. After the Depression was over, a lot of old-time teachers continued to go there to buy their food because that store had helped them out."

Because of the hatred of the Germans, Lincoln’s German-American bank changed its name, dropping the word "German."

[Teacher Mary Clark begins a unit on social studies for Ms. Wunderlin’s sixth-grade class.]

[Mary Clark, Title I teacher at Washington-Monroe School]

Hitler, Gleason pointed out, wanted to create a "master race," and even exterminated children who could not fit into his category of the "perfect person." When an African-American man, Jesse Owens, won four events in the Olympic games held in Germany in 1936, Hitler walked out of the stands so he would not have to present a medal to a man who upset his ideas about white superiority.

Gleason told about the Holocaust and killing of six million Jews. The class has been doing a unit on the Holocaust and will be reading a book about it and seeing the movie "The Diary of Anne Frank."

He explained how "Rosie the Riveter" changed our ideas about women in the workforce and the hard decision Harry Truman had to make about dropping the atomic bomb. Airplanes played a big part in World War II, and Gleason told the story of the plane that buzzed Lincoln, zooming down Kickapoo Street on March 23, 1943. The pilot, a Lincoln man, later took part in the D-Day invasion of Europe.

Blackouts, rationing, Christmas without chocolate, war stamps and savings bonds were also part of the memories of those older folks who lived through World War II.

As the unit on aging ends, Ms. Wunderlin’s sixth-graders feel more comfortable with the idea of growing old. "I was kinda scared about it, but I’m not now," Brittney said. "I think it’s going to be fun," Mary added.

The young people even see some definite advantages to being senior citizens. Having children and grandchildren and getting discounts at stores rate high. Having your own home and your own car and "more time to do stuff" sound good, too. Perhaps the most appealing advantages, though, are that you can sleep in and there’s no more homework.

[Joan Crabb]

Lincoln Junior High graduates 117

[MAY 23, 2001] Lincoln Junior High’s graduation ceremonies were at the school at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22. There were 117 students graduating from eighth grade this year. Megan Prather, student council president, welcomed graduates, students, family members and friends. Bruce Carmitchel, a member of the Board of Education, and Principal Curt Nettles presented awards to the graduates. Principal Nettles and Superintendent Robert E. Kidd spoke briefly.

[Click here for Lincoln Junior High School Honor Day awards for 2000-2001]

Lincoln Junior High students research proposed Abraham Lincoln statue project

[MAY 21, 2001] With the end of the year in close sight, eighth-grade Lincoln Junior High students spent a little time doing something different. For a week the students spent their afternoons researching the feasibility of a tourist attraction that could be located in or near Lincoln.

The proposed project is a real-life issue that was recently revealed via a multimedia presentation to various community leaders by S.M. Davis. Davis will present it again this Monday evening, May 21, to the Lincoln City Council and public. Davis suggests that the world’s largest likeness of Abraham Lincoln could be built right here in Lincoln. The purpose of the proposed world-record-size statue would be to increase tourism in Logan County by drawing on its Lincoln heritage.

Three of the junior high teachers — Frank Reliford, social studies; Dereck Reiley, science; and Jean Anderson, language arts — led the students in their efforts, using problem-based learning techniques to research the real-life issue.

To conduct their research, students broke into eight groups:

1. The Northenders — Examine potential site location north of Lincoln along I-55.

2. The Logan County Coalition — Examine potential site location south of Lincoln along I-55.

3. Lincoln First — Examine potential site location in the downtown area.

4. Environmentalist — Evaluate environmental impact and form a strong opinion about the results of building such a structure.

5. Construction — Raise possible construction issues.

6. Tourism — Responsible for bringing in the statue, finding appropriate funding, promotion, marketing and design of the statue.

7. Radical — A small group of very loud citizens who do not want the statue to come to Lincoln.

8. Advisers — The Board of Advisers hears all groups’ information and then makes the final decision on if and where the structure will be built.

Each group was expected to not only research all aspects of their goals but also be prepared to say why they thought some other groups’ plans would not work.

They spent afternoons researching the issue from their assigned role perspective, keeping seven points in mind:

How can we construct a statue of Abraham Lincoln and its surrounding structures in such a way that it will —

1. Be located in or near Lincoln.

2. Be easily accessible to the public.

3. Be funded by private and/or corporate sponsors.

4. Be environmentally conscious and safe.

5. Bring economic prosperity to Lincoln and Logan County.

6. Be an aid to tourism in central Illinois and Lincoln.

7. Accommodate all age levels, climate and conditions.

After a week of discussions, site examinations, studies via the Internet and other sources of information, the students presented their findings and arguments to a panel of their peers called the Board of Advisers.

Presenting first were the tourism specialists.

This group suggested that the statue would be a good thing. It would popularize our little-known town that is the only one christened by Lincoln. It would bring more money into the area. It is believed that this project could be funded by one or more corporate sponsors. McDonalds was identified as one such possibility, as they have funded similar projects. It was thought that Wal-Mart might be another possible sponsor.

The project would be advertised using all forms of media, including interviews on TV, ads in newspapers, magazines and on the Internet, particularly targeting the tourism and travel planning markets.

Potential revenue generated by this feature is estimated to be $9,000 per day. It was expected that 3,000 visitors would stop at the site, paying $3 each, resulting in $2 million per year just from visitor fees. Some of the profits would be reinvested to add new features so that people would have reason to come back again.

The increased tourism would boost local businesses, particularly hotels and restaurants, and even lead to some tourists coming into town and shopping.

In total this would mean more jobs and lower unemployment. It would draw more people to live here, increase our population and help our economy.

It would bring honor to Lincoln, as the city is entitled to, being the only town named for Abraham Lincoln that was also christened by him.

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Construction group

This group looked at problems and logistics that construction of a 305-foot statue might present. They suggested multilevel parking lots with two to three stacks that would accommodate 150 cars.

The statue is recommended to be composed of fiberglass with special techniques used for painting.

Environmentalists

Recognized concerns about the increased car exhaust pollution, tourist trash and possibly contaminating underground water supply. They suggested there would be a loss of farmland used for the site and the roads to it and that this would also disrupt natural habitat for plants and animals.

Operating the statue would be a large draw on energy.

They mentioned concerns about release of underground gasses from landfills and coal mines and cautioned about building on fault lines.

Northenders

This group suggested their location would be most suitable because of no real construction drawbacks. There are no mines or fault lines, and it would allow Lincoln to maintain its own identity separate from Springfield. Lincoln would be remembered as Lincoln and become known as the city with the tallest statue of Lincoln.

Lincoln First

In favor of locating the statue in the downtown area, the group began their argument by suggesting that more people would get off the highway and come to see the statue if it was not already right there where they could see practically the whole thing. It would bring tourists into the town and increase business throughout the town. The group argued that it would save farmland also.

Coalition

Locating the statue south of Lincoln would help bring more tourists to see it. This would occur because the major tourism center for Looking for Lincoln is going to be from the new Lincoln Presidential Library being built in downtown Springfield. Tourists from Springfield would be more apt to come visit our statue if it were just a little way away, this group argued. "We would receive more sponsorship drawing from both cities."

Radicals

The radicals jumped on bandwagon of the increased population problem. They began by presenting concerns for the problems that might occur with an influx of new residents — "people come and stay." They suggested that there would be crowded streets, increased crime and gangs. "We don’t want to be a Chicago," they said. "We want our biggest worry to be our kids making it on time to their sports games."

They went on to point out environmental issues and concerns about the costs for the future upkeep of such a large project in the years to come. Though they had many more issues to present, their time ran out.

Local business owners

This group had nothing but hopes for such a venture, seeing lots of opportunity to boost the local economy. They would like to see it located more in town to bring tourists farther in off the highway.

In their final decision, the Board of Advisers decided that yes, Lincoln should pursue constructing the statue. It would increase economic prosperity. "We feel that after weighing the environmental impact and the benefits to the community, that it will be worth it," they said. In their wisdom they thought the north side should make the most suitable location, citing that it would allow Lincoln to maintain its own separateness and identity, and not get meshed with Springfield.

[Jan Youngquist]

LCCS awards degrees, certificates

[MAY 17, 2001] The 56th commencement program of Lincoln Christian College and Seminary was on Saturday, May 12, at 10 a.m. Prior to awarding the degrees, Dr. Keith Ray, president, introduced the commencement speaker, Mike Breaux. Breaux is the senior minister at Southland Christian Church in Lexington, Ky., and a 1978 alumnus of LCC.

The school awarded two certificates of ministry, six TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificates, 20 associate’s degrees, 76 bachelor’s degrees and 38 master’s degrees.

Dr. Tom Tanner, vice president of academics, announced each graduate, save one. Dr. Wayne Shaw, dean emeritus, was given the honor of awarding the seminary’s 1,000^th degree.

Click here for special honors awarded to graduates of Lincoln Christian College and Seminary.

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Rube Goldberg revisited

C-EL students learn through creative thinking and design

[MAY 11, 2001] Seventh graders in Doug Rader’s science class at Chester-East Lincoln School have been studying simple machines, energy and the development of technology. Their culminating project is to design and manufacture a Rube Goldberg machine. This is a machine designed to do a simple task like put bread in the toaster or toothpaste on a toothbrush.

Rube Goldberg was a cartoonist who designed weekly inventions which were run in comic strips in newspapers across the United States.

This science unit is designed to be unique, develop independence and create a setting where students are required to use higher-level thinking skills. The unit deals with two main themes: science and technology. Throughout the year students have gained an understanding of what each theme involves as well as the interrelationship that exists between the two. This activity helps to give historical perspective and to make the contemporary applications as practical as possible.

Part of this study is an interdisciplinary study in which Beth Steffens’ English classes research and write out descriptions of different inventions and describe their social and economic impact on society.

This year’s projects included several unique ways to put out a candle. One student, Alia Moon, used a puff of air created by dropping a weight onto a closed Cool Whip container with a pinhole in the bottom. Andrew Fulton dropped baking soda into vinegar to create carbon dioxide, which then put out the candle.

The students at CEL will continue to develop their research skills through this and other special programs.

[Doug Rader]

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[click on photos to enlarge]	[Chris Ackerman (center) demonstrates his confetti-blowing machine to other seventh-grade students.]

[Projects by Andrew Fulton (left, "The Candle Killer") and Dustin Schaub (right, "The Cat Feeder") received the best of show award. Each project had 12 steps and used seven forces to accomplish its task.]
[Justyn Awe (left) describes his project, "Cat Feeder," to Colby Elkins. The feeder uses a series of levers, pulleys and magnets.]	[Kevin Huelskoetter (right) demonstrates his project, which turns on a flashlight, to other C-EL students.]

Honors & Awards

LCHS seniors receive awards

[MAY 24, 2001] At a May 21 assembly, Lincoln Community High School seniors received these awards:

American Legion Award,
presented by C. Wayne Schrader

Allison J. Leonard

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Dwight F. Zimmerman Scholarship,
presented by Joyce Hubbard

Amber L. Skelton

Rebecca L. Hahn

Lucille Flick Larson Scholarship,
presented by Gail Nunnery

Miranda Lee-LaFalce Stone

Brittany J. Charette

Danielle E. Peifer

Trinity Parish Scholarship to Life,
presented by Jim Cravens

Bradley J. Widmer

William B. Bates Jr.

John and Helen Ryman Scholarship,
presented by John Ryman

Shannon B. Chrismore

Chester East Lincoln Education Association Scholarship, presented by Gary Stoltzenburg

Kristofer K. Langellier

United Auto Workers Local 2488 Scholarship, presented by Ralph Timan

Miranda Lee-LaFalce Stone

American Business Women's Scholarship, presented by Sandy Johnson

Angela J. Couch

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Rotary Vocational Student of the Year,
presented by Marty Ahrends

Joanie M. Shaub

Logan County Ag Day Scholarship,
Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee,
presented by Marty Ahrends

Jacqueline M. Bakken

Rotary Ready for the Real World Award, presented by Marty Ahrends

Stephanie N. West

Zachary A. Tibbs

Papa John's Scholarship,
presented by Wanda Rohlfs

BreeAnn N. Kelly

Kiwanis Scholarship ($1,000),
presented by Bridget Schneider

Angela J. Couch, to attend Lincoln College

William E. Barton, to attend Lincoln Christian College

Lincoln Christian College Dean's Scholarship ($500), presented by Lynn Laughlin

Rebecca L. Gramley

Lincoln Christian College Faculty Scholarship ($500), presented by Lynn Laughlin

William E. Barton

K of C Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship,
presented by Holly Woodhall

Johnathan D. Davison

Knights of Columbus Scholarship,
presented by Holly Woodhall

Jacqueline M. Bakken

Kirsten M. Knutilla

DAR History, presented by Julia Gerardot

Christopher D. Meyer

LTEC Kiwanis Student of the Month, presented by Cynthia Olmstead

Kyle P. Gleason, for September

Amy L. Ryan, for October

Austin M. Charron, for November

Craig J. Shattuck, for December

Joanie M. Shaub, for January

Raymond N. Loveall, for March

Arthur and Luella Gimbel Memorial Scholarship, presented by Fred Plesé

Nicholas E. Bay

James E. Heinzel Memorial Scholarship, presented by Fred Plesé

Jessica L. McDougall

Amber L. Skelton

LCHS Golden Fund Scholarship,
presented by Fred Plesé

Amber L. Skelton

Future Teachers of America Scholarship, presented by Kathy Stoyak and Rita Vaught

Matthew I Aper

Anna M. Davison

Erin L. Hudelson

Tara Engle Memorial Scholarship,
presented by Patricia Glenn

Carrie L. Hoffert

Gordon Foods Scholarship ($300),
presented by Joyce Hubbard

Amy L. Ryan

Principal's Leadership Award,
presented by Joyce Hubbard

Benjamin H. Sloot

Prudential Spirit of Community Award, presented by Joyce Hubbard

James R. Glenn

National Merit Scholar,
presented by Joyce Hubbard

Rebecca L. Hahn

LCHS Student of the Month,
presented by Joyce Hubbard

Hilary M. Schweitzer, for September

Rebecca L. Hahn, for October

Benjamin H. Sloot, for November

James R. Glenn, for December

Anna M. Davison, for January

James M. Phelan, for February

Brittany A. Muck, for March

Kyle M. Pepperell, for April

Elizabeth A. Logan, for May

National Honor Society Service Award,
presented by Judy Dopp

James R. Glenn

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Lincolnite, presented by Kim Beavers

Laura A. Shelley

Miranda L. Stone

Lincoln Junior Woman's Club Art Award, presented by Penny McIntosh

Ted S. Michalsen

Lincoln Junior Woman's Club Leadership Award, presented by Penny McIntosh

Kristin L. Petty

Lincoln Junior Woman's Club Music Award, presented by Penny McIntosh

Paul Jason Yarcho

Ed Madigan Social Studies Award,
presented by Mark Huddleston

Shannon B. Chrismore

History Award, presented by Mark Huddleston

James R. Glenn

John Ryman Social Studies Award,
presented by Mark Huddleston

Sarah J. Priest

Social Studies Award,
presented by Mark Huddleston

Rebecca L. Hahn

Community Service,
presented by Mark Huddleston

Brittany M. Dellow

Speech, presented by Carrie Schreiber

Allison I Leonard

Kyle M. Pepperell

DAR Good Citizen, presented by Dean Langdon

James R. Glenn

Business, presented by Nancy Ashley

Jake L. Sheley

Vocational Metal Trades,
presented by Cindy Olmstead

Austin M. Charron

James P. Allen

Four Years Perfect Attendance,
presented by Laurie Lundin

Monica L. Short

LTEC Culinary Arts,
presented by Brenda Silano

Amy L. Ryan

Three-Sport Athlete,
presented by Darrell Hanslow

Jonathan T. Ashley

Allison K. Humbert

Summer D. Johnson

Morgan J. Murphy

Christy M. Peters

Female/Male Athlete of the Year,
presented by Darrell Hanslow

Allison K. Humbert

Morgan J. Murphy

Lady Railer Athletic Booster Club Scholarship ($500),
presented by Darrell Hanslow

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Mathematics Award, presented by Jan Bicknell

Anna M. Davison

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Chicago Tribune All-State Academic Team, presented by Steve Sauer

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Drama, presented by Carolyn Schreiber

Allison J. Leonard

Kyle M. Pepperell

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English, presented by Carolyn Schreiber

Anna M. Davison

Electronics II, presented by Jim Moore

Raymond N. Loveall

Agriculture, presented by Scott Nordstrom

Jacqueline M. Bakken

Johnathan D. Davison

Outstanding Health Occupation Student,
presented by Linda Ferricks

Joanie M. Shaub

Science, presented by Richard Bicknell

Rebecca L. Hahn

Industrial Technology (Woods),
presented by Mike Spears

Jeffery A. Jording

Christopher B. Killebrew

Building Trades, presented by Bill Marquardt

Kyle P. Gleason

French, presented by Debbie Schweitzer

James R. Glenn

Spanish, presented by Debbie Schweitzer

Rebecca L. Hahn

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Martha Wyneken Art Award,
presented by Cheryl Spove

Ted S. Michalsen

Leaf Club Gift, presented by Mitzie Welsh

Kirsten M. Knutilla

Student Government Presidential Recognition, presented by Jim Vipond

Benjamin H. Sloot

Student Government, presented by Jim Vipond

Benjamin H. Sloot

LCHS Pep Club Award,
presented by Annie Evers

Christy M. Peters

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Mike Rivero Senior Band Award,
presented by Tony Corpus

William B. Bates Jr.

Director's Music Award,
presented by Kim Peterson-Quinn

Kyle M. Pepperell

Outstanding Senior Music Student,
presented by Kim Peterson-Quinn

Paul Jason Yarcho

New Holland Women's Club Choral Award, presented by Kim Peterson-Quinn

Kyle M. Pepperell

Illinois State Scholars,
presented by Ken Schweitzer

William B. Bates Jr.

Shannon B. Chrismore

Sara E. Conklen

Ali M. Davidson

Anna M. Davison

Ann E. Elliott

Colleen A. Fitzsimmons

James R. Glenn

Rebecca L. Hahn

Molly B. Johnson

Kirsten M. Knutilla

Elizabeth A. Logan

Kimberly D. McFadden

Brittany A. Muck

Kyle M. Pepperell

Christy M. Peters

Kristin L. Petty

James M. Phelan

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Benjamin H. Sloot

President’s Award for Educational Excellence, presented by Ken Schweitzer

William E. Barton

William B. Bates Jr.

Glendon L. Bradley

Shannon A Chrismore

Sara E. Conklen

Ali M. Davidson

Anna M. Davison

Johnathan D. Davison

Ann E. Elliott

Colleen A. Fitzsimmons

Adam D. Freeman

Rebecca L. Hahn

Allison K. Humbert

Molly B. Johnson

Kirsten M. Knutilla

Elizabeth A Logan

Kimberly D. McFadden

Brittany A. Muck

Kyle M. Pepperell

Christy M. Peters

Kristin L. Petty

James M. Phelan

Sarah J. Priest

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Benjamin H. Sloot

Miranda L. Stone

Paul Jason Yarcho

The following awards were presented by Ken Schweitzer:

Drake University Presidential Scholarship ($6,500)

William Blinn Bates Jr.

Concordia University Wisconsin Presidential Scholarship

Molly B. Johnson

Eureka College Academic Achievement Award ($6,000)

Jonathan T. Ashley

Illinois Wesleyan University Alumni Scholarship ($8,400)

Hilary M. Schweitzer

Eureka College Merit Scholarship ($4,000)

Sarah A Richardson

Springfield College in Illinois Trustee's Scholarship

Jameson A. Sheley

Springfield College in Illinois Founders Scholarship

Amber L. Skelton

Eastern Illinois University Margaret Briggs Scholarship ($3,000) and Excellence in Fine Arts Award ($1,500)

Miranda L Stone

Eastern Illinois University Music Scholarship

Paul J. Yarcho

University of Illinois Cilco Scholarship ($1,000)

Ali M. Davidson

Illinois State University Dean's Scholarship ($1,000)

Shannon B. Chrismore

Denison University

Justin W. Dedman

Illinois Wesleyan University Alumni Scholarship ($6,100)

Ann E. Elliott

Cedarville University Forensics Scholarship ($700), Effective Leadership Scholarship ($1,000) and Faculty Scholarship ($1,000)

Colleen A. Fitzsimmons

University of Evansville Leadership Activity Scholarship

Aaron M. Freesmeier

Illinois Wesleyan University Alumni Scholarship ($9,500)

Rebecca L. Hahn

Southwest Missouri State Band Grant

Allison J. Leonard

IHSA Right Stuff Recognition Program Scholarship ($500)

Allison J. Leonard

St. Louis College of Pharmacy Faculty Memorial Scholarship ($5,080)

Tyler M. Malerich

Millikin University Merit Scholarship

Danielle E. Peifer

Truman State University President’s Combined Ability Scholarship ($2,000) and President’s Leadership Scholarship ($3,000)

Brittany A. Muck

Western Illinois University Honors Student in Honors Program

Amber M. Otto

Augustana College Academic Scholarship ($5,500)

Kristen L. Petty

Illinois Wesleyan University Alumni Scholarship ($4,500)

James M. Phelan

University of Evansville Academic Scholarship

Sarah J. Priest

Logan County 4-H Foundation Scholarship

Jacqueline M. Bakken

Johnathan D. Davison

Zachary Tibbs

Graue Inc. 4-H Foundation Scholarship

Sara E. Conklen

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At LCCS

Special honors for baccalaureate grads

[MAY 24, 2001]

Jeremiah Auble

Congratulations, Jeremiah Auble, an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the field of general education. Jeremiah is the son of Debora Auble, Thomas Auble and Katherine Auble of Champaign. He graduates with a bachelor’s degree in Bible from LCC and a bachelor’s in history education and philosophy from Illinois State University. Following graduation, he plans to teach secondary-level social studies and pursue graduate studies in philosophy and theology.

[Jeremiah Auble]

Dr. Brian Messner, associate professor of history and IDS, calls Jeremiah a "quiet leader." "He is unusually bright, insightful and gifted," Dr. Messner explains. "He will do a very good job as a history teacher."

While at LCC, Jeremiah says he was challenged "intellectually, as well as spiritually" by many members of the faculty. He adds that he will never forget the LCC campus community—especially his brothers in and out the dorm.

Donnie Case

Congratulations, Donnie Case, an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the field of Christian ministries. Donnie has completed his bachelor’s degree in Christian education from LCC. He currently serves as the adult minister at Jefferson Street Christian Church, where his responsibilities include discipleship, ministry involvement and new member follow-up. Previously, he served as youth minister at Pana Christian Church in Pana. His wife, Kelly, is also a graduate of LCC.

[Donnie Case]

Before coming to LCC, he graduated from United States Army Intelligence Centers and Schools in Fort Hauchuca, Ariz., where he completed course studies in military intelligence.

Craig Smith, church administrator for Jefferson Street Christian Church, says that Donnie has "unquestionable integrity." "Donnie is a man of great character," he explains. "He has a real passion for seeing people grow and become more like Jesus."

Ryan Edgecombe

Congratulations, Ryan Edgecombe, an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the field of Bible and theology. Ryan is the son of Jay and Vicki Edgecombe of Decatur.

[Ryan Edgecombe]

Ryan graduates with a bachelor’s degree in Christian business administration. Following graduation, he plans to attend the seminary and study to become a chaplain in order to work either in hospitals or in the military.

He describes his experience at LCC as "wonderful." "God has worked through so many of the people here," he explains. "Besides becoming a Christian, attending LCC is the best decision I've made."

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Gretchen Gaff

Congratulations, Gretchen Gaff, an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the fields of general education and Christian ministries. Gretchen is the daughter of Anthony and Peggy Gaff of Kewanee. Gretchen graduates with a bachelor’s degree in Christian education, as well as a TESOL certificate. As a part of the teacher education program, Gretchen also will hold a degree in psychology from the University of Illinois in Springfield and an Illinois state teaching certificate in elementary education.

[Gretchen Gaff]

"When I think of the people I have had the privilege of getting to know, I consider myself blessed," says Gretchen. "Through my studies and activities at LCC I have been enriched, enlightened and encouraged."

Miriam Windham, associate professor of English and TESOL, calls Gretchen, "one of the brightest and most self-disciplined students I have ever had the privilege of teaching." She adds, "But in the midst of all of her stellar course work, she also made me smile and laugh and was a constant reminder of how blessed I am to be teaching at LCCS."

Gretchen will begin graduate studies in TESOL at the University of Illinois in August, where she will also work as a teaching assistant at the Intensive English Institute.

Janet Jackson

Congratulations, Janet Jackson, an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the field of Bible and theology. Janet grew up in Chenoa but currently resides in Hopedale with her husband, Tim. They have three children. While studying at LCC, she majored in family life ministry, focusing on counseling and social work. During her internship, Janet worked as a case worker at Home Sweet Home Mission in Bloomington and also in the Learning Resource Center at LCC. She has also served as a teaching assistant for Greek and an discussion group leader for interdisciplinary studies.

[Janet Jackson]

Of her experience at LCC, Janet says she is deeply grateful for her opportunity to study at LCC. "I have learned many things about myself, others and God," she says. "I have learned to trust God with every day, as well as with my future."

Following graduation, Janet plans to pursue a master's degree in counseling from Lincoln Christian Seminary and later work as a counselor for college students.

[LCCS]

At LCCS

Special honors for master’s graduates

[MAY 23, 2001]

Elsy Samuel

Congratulations, Elsy Samuel, an honored student selected by the faculty for recognition in the Master of Arts program. Elsy is the daughter of V. Daniel and Gracy Samuel. A native of Kerala, India, Elsy earned her bachelor’s degree in world missions from LCC in 1997. She returned to India for one year, then entered the seminary in 1998.

[Elsy Samuel]

During her seminary experience, Elsy received her clinical pastoral education at Carle Foundation Hospital in Champaign. She recently finished her practicum with the Central Illinois Psychiatric Associates in Bloomington. "I have had a very well-rounded education," she explains. "The professors have been very encouraging and supportive. They have a sincere interest in their students."

Dr. Paul Boatman, professor of pastoral care and counseling and associate dean of the seminary, says that Elsy "models the term ‘world Christian.’ She has demonstrated a consistent blend of scholarship, service, friendship and world vision."

Following graduation, Elsy plans to move to Dallas and will pursue work in an agency setting, where she hopes to have the opportunity to work with the Indian community.

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Greg Lee

Congratulations, Greg Lee, an honored student selected by the faculty for recognition in the Master of Divinity program. He is the son of Susan and Warren Lee of Camp Point.

Greg currently serves as the minister of outreach for SunCrest Christian Church in St. John, IN. He is a 1996 graduate of LCC, having earned his bachelor's degree in Christian ministry. His wife, Jenny, is a 1998 graduate of LCC.

[Greg Lee]

Of his experience here, Greg remarks, "LCCS has given me this unquenchable conviction—an appetite to know Scripture and show others how it works in real life." He continues, "My professors love God, love students and love Scripture. It is precisely what I was looking for."

Dr. Robert Lowery, associate dean of the seminary and professor of New Testament, says of Greg, "He has combined beautifully a commitment to lifelong learning in the midst of being an effective leader in a church plant."

Following graduation, Greg plans to continue to serve at SunCrest Christian Church. He adds, "My wife and I will always appreciate Lincoln. Here we found deeper faith, lifelong friends and passion for ministry."

[LCCS]

LJHS Honor Day awards for 2000-2001

[MAY 23, 2001]

Track awards, presented by Kate Ewing and Darrick Reiley

Hype awards, presented by Kristi Simpson

Scholastic Bowl awards, presented by Lisa Cook and Steven Cosby

Board Scholars

Seventh grade

Jeremy Hamblin, Rachel Kasa, Kristina Allen, Heidi Beshears, Brittany Uhlry

Eighth grade

Bryan Boring, Chantell Evans, Greg Gandenberger, Andrew Herrington-Gilmore, Amanda Metz

Builder Club presentations

Greg Gandenberger, Chance Berger, Justin Ash, Sean Weaver, Brennan Boss, Amanda Metz, Marc Arulfo, Kate Dobihal, Chantell Evans, Eric Knutilla, Patrick McCree, Joey Papuga, Megan Prather, Noah Schrader, Andrew Herrington-Gilmore, Charlie Otto, Brady Gerdts, Brittany Feese, Jennifer Everson, Caleb Hurley, Alex Dahm, James Cosby, Chuck Allen

Decals, presented by Mrs. Litherland

Drama awards

One-year certificate

Marc Arulfo, Chris Cabit, Jessie Polen, Amanda Metz, Jennifer Everson, Bo Wright, Sean Weaver, Amanda Davenport, Robyn Hashman, Alex Dahm, Allison Wood, Brennan Boss, Cody Koke, Jeremiah McMullen

Two-year pins

Chuck Allen, Eric Knutilla, Josie Polen, Jessica Sams, Greg Gandenberger, Brady Gerdts, Aaron Brown

Three-year trophies

Nathaniel King, Brandon Davis, Holly Phillips, James Cosby

Video Club

Seventh grade

Chad Koke, Peter Barmes

Eighth grade

Tyler Casper, Jeremiah McMullen, Cody Koke, Brennan Boss, A. J. Wunderlin, Brent Warburton

Band awards, presented by Mr. Minier

Chorus awards

Seventh grade

Ashley Allers, Rebecca Carpentier, Sarah Edwards, Gabrielle Ernst, Rachel Kasa, Whitney Kincheloe, Hannah Michalsen, Amber Millburg, Jessica Rufus, Jasmine Wilson

Eighth grade

Brandon Davis, Jennifer Everson, Brady Gerdts, Charlene Holder, Nathaniel King, Chris Cabit, Holly Phillips, Jessie Polen, Josie Polen, Jessica Sams

Perfect attendance for one year

Seventh grade

Seth Goodman, Rachel Kasa, Adam Logan, Elise Valdes, April West

Eighth grade

Chuck Allen, Robyn Hashman, Andrew Ingram

Perfect attendance for two years

Eighth grade

Brennan Boss, Kristin McCormick

Web Masters, presented by Mrs. Gleason

Seventh grade

Brittany Uhlry, Seth Goodman

Eighth grade

Greg Gandenberger

Student Council

Seventh grade

Jamaica Lyons, Meghan Greer, Erica Nelson, Melissa Allen, Jennifer Johnson, Seth Goodman, Erich Rentmeister, Brittany Uhlry

Eighth grade

Megan Prather, Nicole Sparks, Tyler Casper, Bo Wright

Circuit Rider, presented by Mrs. Gleason

Seventh grade

Jamaica Lyons, Melissa Allen, Erica Nelson, Seth Goodman, Jennifer Johnson, Brittany Uhlry, Erich Rentmeister, Meghan Greer

Eighth grade

Megan Prather, Nicole Sparks, Tyler Casper, Bo Wright

Special award, presented by Mrs. Gleason

Seth Goodman, Brittany Uhlry

Art

Tyler Casper

Alternative program — most improved

Ami Falcon

Language arts

Seventh grade

Kristina Allen, Rachel Kasa, Elise Valdés

Eighth grade

Greg Gandenberger, Amanda Metz, Andrew Herrington-Gilmore

Writing for young authors

Emily Henrichsmeyer

Writing award

Greg Gandenberger

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Speech

Seventh grade

Rachel Kasa, Brittany Uhlry, Elise Valdes

Eighth grade

Tyler Casper, Lauren Perring, Lyndsey Robbins

Science

Seventh grade

Victoria Jones, Rachel Kasa

Eighth grade

Amanda Metz, Greg Gandenberger

Geography

Seventh grade

Peter Barmes, Kristina Allen, Jordan Ackman

History

Eighth grade

Chantell Evans, Kate Dobihal, Greg Gandenberger, Amanda Metz, Andrew Herrington-Gilmore

Mathematics

Seventh grade

Jeremy Hamblin, Rachel Kasa

Eighth grade

Amanda Metz, Greg Gandenberger

Health

Seventh grade

Elise Valdés, Victoria Jones, Rachel Kasa

Eighth grade

Greg Gandenberger, Amanda Metz, Brittany Feese

Principal awards

Seventh grade

Jeremy Hamblin, Rachel Kasa, Kristina Allen, Heidi Beshears

Eighth grade

Chantell Evans, Greg Gandenberger, Andrew Herrington-Gilmore, Amanda Metz

Principal awards for two years

Eighth grade

Andrew Herrington-Gilmore, Greg Gandenberger, Amanda Metz

American Legion Good Citizen Award, presented by Wayne Schrader

Greg Gandenberger

LCCS graduates receive special honors

[MAY 17, 2001] Lincoln Christian College and Seminary graduating students who received special honors are listed below.

LCC graduates honored

Donnie Case, Timothy Coverstone, Nathan Davis, Ryan Edgecombe, Gretchen Gaff, Janet Jackson, Emily Lawler — Delta Epsilon Chi, an honor society of the top 7 percent of graduating seniors with a 3.30 or higher GPA who possess high qualities of Christian character and leadership.

Jeremiah Auble, Gregory Boldt, Donnie Case, Timothy Coverstone, Elizabeth Crouse, Nathan Davis, Ryan Edgecombe, Gretchen Gaff, Janet Jackson, Kate King, Emily Lawler, Michelle Weber — Gamma Alpha Chi, honor society of juniors and seniors with a 3.30 or higher GPA who possess high qualities of Christian character and leadership.

Jeremiah Auble is an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the field of general education.

Donnie Case is an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the field of Christian ministries.

Gretchen Gaff is an honored student selected by the faculty to represent the fields of both general education and Christian ministries.

Ryan Edgecombe and Janet Jackson are honored students selected by the faculty to represent the field of Bible and theology.

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Gregory Boldt, Donnie Case, Thomas Cox, Elizabeth Crouse, Nathan Davis, Melissa Goodwin, Jennifer Harris, Kelli Lashbrook, Jennifer Reedy, Rob Siebert, Amanda Wampler, Nicole Weeks — cum laude, 3.5-3.69 GPA.

Shane Baker, Ryan Edgecombe, Janet Jackson, Emily Lawler, Susan Snyder, Cara Tingley, Michelle Weber — magna cum laude, 3.7-3.89 GPA.

Timothy Coverstone, Gretchen Gaff — summa cum laude, 3.9-4.0 GPA.

LCS graduates honored

Elsy Samuel is an honored student selected by the faculty for recognition in the Master of Arts program.

Greg Lee is an honored student selected by the faculty for recognition in the Master of Divinity program.

Christian Berry, Brandon Boyd, Nealy Brown, Jason Cooper, Jacque Howard, Gregory Lee, Randall Lynch, Scott Robinson, Elsy Samuel — honors, 3.75-3.89 GPA.

Martha Householter, Mark Moore, Bradley Pickens, Kelly Robinson, Kathy Spencer, Cynthia Walter, Lisa Womble — high honors, 3.9-3.99 GPA.

Jason LeCureux, Anna Munster — highest honors, 4.0 GPA.

[LDN]

Students honored at Lincoln College

[MAY 15, 2001] On Saturday, May 12, at the Lincoln College Honors and Awards Assembly, 43 students were honored for academic excellence.

The following students were presented with plaques:

David Tennant, of Orion — Salutatorian

Matthew Knepper, of Barry; Dawn Hillman, Delavan; Andrea Stark, Ashkum; and Luke Hughes, Lincoln — Valedictorians

Other awards:

Matthew Knepper — Adelia Neibuhr Stickel Award, presented to a sophomore for outstanding achievement in English.

Nichole Velez, Rock Island — Alberta Fox P.E.O. Memorial, awarded to freshman woman with highest record in English.

Tori Underwood, Clinton — Alex Gordon Award, to graduating student with best academic record in business courses.

Johnny Power, Mason City — Alta Charles McKeever Award, to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in art.

Dawn Hillman — American Legion Award for Citizenship, to student who typifies the ideals of American citizenship and patriotism.

Nicholas King, Lincoln — Best Actor, to male student for outstanding work in Lincoln College productions.

Brittney Dobson, Lincoln — Best Actress, to female student for outstanding work in Lincoln College productions.

Ashley Lyons, Waverly — Bette Dirks Award, for outstanding work in piano.

Brittney Dobson — Coral Bonnell Maconaghie Prize, to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in music.

Sara Eichorn, Godfrey; Rachael Glowaki, Bloomington; Elizabeth Judge, Illiopolis; Crystal Wilson, Lincoln; and Emily Navara, Morrison — Dance Award, to graduating students who excel in dance.

Tina Mayer, Lincoln — Daughters of Founders and Patriots of America, awarded to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in history.

Dawn Hillman — Daughters of the American Revolution, awarded to graduating student who holds the best record in American history.

Amy Stoelingal, Wheeling — Dysart Logan Maconaghie Prize, awarded to student who demonstrates the most notable improvement in scholarship.

Adrienne Harmon, Atlanta, and Crystal Robertson, New Canton — Earl and Pearl McKeever Award, to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in science.

Jamie Paul, Tinley Park — Elizabeth M. Hensley Award, to female freshman student who lives in one of the residence halls and who has contributed the most to the welfare of the residence hall.

Ryan McCabe, Bethany — Florence Molen Award, to freshman student for excellence in English.

Shelby Smith, Ellery — Helen N. Dawson Award, to student for excellence in music.

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Joshua Houberg, Reddick — Herbert O. Merry Award, to student for excellence in instrumental music.

Matthew Knepper — Layman Athletic Award, to LC varsity athlete with the highest scholastic average.

Nathanael Kotras, Collinsville — Lord-Baden Powell Award, to student who exemplifies the highest ideals of the Boy Scouts of America .

Teri Kavelman, Lincoln — Lorraine Maconaghie Morrow Award, to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in literature and journalism.

Francesca Biundo, Mason City — Madrigale Maconaghie McKeever Award, to graduating student who has derived the greatest benefit from the Lincoln College experience.

Rosemary Porter, Heyworth — Marvin D. "Swede" Johnson Award, to freshman student who has been involved with the total Lincoln College community.

Ryan McCabe — Mathematics Achievement Award, to freshman student who holds the best record in mathematics.

Brittney Dobson — Performing Arts Award, to graduating student whose creative work in performing arts reflects outstanding proficiency, creative ability, and genuine achievement and dedication.

Pamela Williams, Bellevue — Phi Theta Kappa Service Award, to student for outstanding service to the organization.

Marko Djurovic, Lincolnwood — Production Assistant Award, for excellence in technical assistance.

Tamar Lyons, Elkhart — Roy Clapper Business Award, to freshman student who demonstrates excellence in business.

Pamela Williams — Samuel B. Evans Prize, awarded to graduating student who demonstrates leadership and character among his or her peers at Lincoln College.

Michael Rohlfs, Lincoln — Visual Arts Award, to student whose creative work in visual arts reflects outstanding proficiency.

Sandra Bigolin, Antioch — William B. McKinley Prize, awarded to freshman student who is deemed to represent the character of Lincoln College students.

Jeremy Mathenia, Toledo — William Lewis McKeever Award, to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in mathematics.

Jonathan Cave, Chillicothe, Ohio — Willy Daubner Award, to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in chemistry.

Marko Djurovic — Zimbie-Whiting Art Scholarship, awarded to graduating student who demonstrates excellence in visual arts.

[Lincoln College news release]

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