In this issue, we celebrate the achievements of some of our younger alumni. Over the past 50 years or so, Americans have taken to giving names to groups born in certain time periods: Baby Boomers (that’s me), Generation X, Generation Y, Millenials and Digital Teens. Generational differences aside, the alumni featured here are examples of […]
Roby Miller ’07 is a curious problem solver, so in 2009 when two small, rural Iowa pharmacies owned by his family closed due to an inability to support and sustain themselves, Miller started looking for a solution. “I never wanted to be in the pharmacy industry because I saw that the business model was not […]
Most new nurses understand the journey to gaining roles of greater responsibility and begin with working in entry level positions. For Kara (Ropp) ’12 Yoder, determination, confidence in her abilities and a never-give-up attitude expedited her climb up the leadership ladder. The 23-year-old nurse is two and a half years into her career. Yoder almost […]
A “Welcome to Kansas!” ice storm didn’t deter Obi Mbawuike ’06 from embracing his new home upon his arrival from Nigeria and 85-degree temperatures in January 2005. Mbawuike enjoys a challenge. It’s why he took between 18 and 21 hours each semester at Hesston so he could finish in three semesters. At the same time, […]
Major: Mechanical Engineering Career: Sustaining engineer for Fresenius Medical Group Laying the foundation Leaving home to travel almost 1,000 miles from Utah to Hesston College was a big deal, but Hesston was a great fit for me and prepared me for a career I love. I am a sustaining engineer for Fresenius Medical Group, one […]
by Kymee Noll ’15 If anyone on the Hesston College women’s basketball team knows what it means to overcome adversity, it’s freshman Jermani Thompson. Her journey has carried her through devastating storms, both physical and emotional. Her all-in, in-it-to-win-it energy on the court is a stark contrast to the reserved way in which she openly […]
Shortly after starting my position as a Hesston College admissions counselor, I was approached by a development officer to talk to about joining the Partner Program. I was hesitant at first, and told them that I’d need some time to think about it before committing to anything. As a 20-something who is still paying on […]
Go Everywhere experiences of Hesston College young alumni Micah Loucks ’06, Detroit, Mich. Education after Hesston Goshen College – bachelor’s degree in business; working on a master’s in business from Wayne State University (Detroit) Current job Innovation counselor for Michigan State University Product Center (East Lansing) working with small local food entrepreneurs to help further […]
Know Jesus About 200 middle school students from 16 South Central and Western District Mennonite Church USA conference congregations in Kansas descended on campus for the Know Jesus event Jan. 31 to Feb. 1. Participants learned about their Anabaptist faith heritage from Hesston history instructor John Sharp ’73, psychology and youth ministry instructor Kevin Wilder […]
Beginning in August, Hesston College will be the only college or university in Kansas where students may choose to pursue either an associate (ADN) or bachelor’s degree (BSN) in nursing. “The healthcare industry is changing, and the college is adding the BSN so its students and alumni will be highly prepared and employable,” said Bonnie […]
by Emily Kauffman ’16 Because of their great esteem for Hesston College, Bruce ’72 and Joy (Lichti) ’72 Rogers (Goshen, Ind.) donated 65 books on civil rights and African-American history to the college’s Mary Miller Library. Bruce said of all his educational experiences, including graduate school, Hesston had the most profound effect on him; therefore […]
Men’s Basketball enjoys post-season success The men’s basketball team had an exciting 2014-15 season, including Hesston College’s first men’s basketball national tournament showing in 25 years. Under the leadership of coach Dustin Galyon ’04, the Larks qualified for the national tournament in Danville, Ill., March 17 to 21. The team shared the regular season regional […]
This issue of Hesston College Today celebrates the contributions of those who have come to Hesston College from a variety of cultural backgrounds. This diversity, which we celebrated during Homecoming in September, is part of our history and has become even more prominent in recent years. Our current student population includes students from 12 countries […]
by Marathana Prothro and Dave Osborne Ac64, ’66 It only takes one conversation with Sadi Othman ’93 to recognize the secret to his success. He’s intelligent, diplomatic and charming with just the right blend of confidence and humility. Othman, now a vice president of the investment firm North America Western Asia Holdings (NAWAH), doesn’t recall […]
by Quinn Katherineberg ’15 It’s not uncommon for some students to experience culture shock when they arrive on the Hesston College campus. Usually they are international students and occasionally students new to the Mennonite culture, not American Mennonites like Lisa Guedea ’81 Carreño (Goshen, Ind.). Carreño chose to start at Hesston because she wanted to […]
