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Incisive thinking on the benefits and challenges of higher education
For all of you interested in the philosophy of education and the climate of education in our country today, here is a great article by Dr. Shirley Mullen, President of Houghton College. …
You can help Houghton College today!
My favorite college is having a one day campaign to enlist support. It’s a two-way matching grant opportunity. In this day when most college education neglects character, Houghton mentors students by example and curriculum…
College should build character
I have been reflecting today on two completely independent items that I read. The first was an article about the problem of officers being ejected from the Army in alarming numbers for…
Houghton College Honored Again and Again
Kiplinger’s honors Houghton as a best value Houghton College has been recognized in many ways in the past for its combination of excellent academics and affordability. Recently it has achieved an additional…
We love Houghton College – Reflections on completing my term as trustee
Houghton is special JoAnne and I returned yesterday from the fall trustee board meeting at Houghton College. I have had the wonderful privilege of serving the Central New York District of the…
Red Wing Baseball and Houghton
Tonight I had the privilege of attending Houghton night at Frontier field in Rochester. It was hosted by Red Wing’s Board Chairman Gary Larder who is also a member of the Houghton…
Reflections on Speaking at Houghton Chapel
I remember as a student attending the mandatory chapel services at Houghton College. Since I was taking mostly Bible and related courses and was already active in church leadership in my home…
Why a Christian College like Houghton
I usually enjoy my trip to Houghton for the fall Trustee meeting, but this time, something really exhilarating happened. I was privileged to be invited late one evening to give a devotional…
Attending Rev. Fred Bailey’s 50 years of ministry celebration
Saturday is was my joy and privilege to attend the dinner given in honor of Rev. Fred Bailey’s 50 years of ministry in the church. What an amazing milestone to reach. I only…