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It is with mixed emotions, sadness and joy, that I have retired as president of Simpson University. It has been an honor to serve as your president for the past seven years. I have considered this leadership role to be a sacred trust. I am grateful for the advances the university has made during my tenure as president. I believe that Simpson’s greatest years are ahead. I remain deeply committed to the university’s Christ-centered higher education mission and am excited about its future.

Debbie and I have enjoyed our friendships with trustees, senior leadership colleagues, faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of the university and have benefited greatly from your support. It is on a note of sadness that we have said goodbye to this wonderful learning community. We thank God that he brought us to Simpson University “for such a time as this.”

There is also an element of joy as I move into retirement. I have completed 40 years in full-time Christian leadership, the past 33 in Christian higher education administration. It is time to step back and serve the Lord in a less demanding environment than academic administration. Debbie and I have talked for some time about what retirement will look like for the two of us. It is now time to explore what God has in store for us relative to this next chapter in our lives. We will never retire from the Lord’s service, but it is our hope that the future will involve a little less stress and a little more relaxation.

Many of you have asked about our transition. I am pleased to be able to give you an update. We sold our home in Redding without difficulty. We only had it listed on the market for one day. It was a God thing! We have purchased a home in orlando, Fla., and will be making the move within the coming months. It will be a great place to live during our retirement years.

Thank you for allowing me to serve as your president and for allowing Debbie to serve as your First Lady “for such a time as this.” our prayers will always be with Simpson University. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit” (Romans 15:13).

Larry J. McKinney, retired president

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features05 Simpson Celebrates Inaugural Four-Year BSN Class12 Character, Belief, Legacy16 Desire Realized20 Homecoming 201323 In Remembrance: Jim Grubbs

departments04 Happenings08 Sports Wrap10 Student Service11 Faculty Activities18 Alumni Updates

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SIMPSON UNIvERSITy EXECUTIvE ADMINISTRATIONInterim President: Robin K. Dummer, Ed.D.Interim Provost: Ann Stamp Miller, Ph.D.Executive vice President: Bradley E. Williams, M.B.A.vice President for Enrollment Management: Herb Tolbert, Ed.D.vice President for Advancement: Gordon B. Flinn, M.B.A.vice President for Student Development: Richard W. Brown, D.Min.Chancellor: James M. Grant, Ph.D.

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DR. ROBIN DUMMER NAMED INTERIM PRESIDENT

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES named Dr. Robin Dummer as interim president following the retirement announcement of Dr. Larry McKinney. Dr. Dummer, a ‘76 alumnus of Simpson, has served at the university since 1994, most recently as interim provost, chief academic officer and dean of the School of traditional Undergraduate Studies. He earned a b.a. in history, a master’s of divinity from Golden Gate baptist theological Seminary, an M.a. in history from California State University, Chico, and an ed.D. in educational leadership from George Fox University.

in making the announcement, Dr. betty Dean, retired president of butte College and chair of Simpson’s board, said, “Dr. Dummer’s education, experience and commitment uniquely prepare him to lead Simpson University. Please join us in welcoming and praying for Dr. Dummer as he steps into this role.”

Dr. Dummer said he looks forward to “leaning into the opportunities provided for us. i strongly believe that the university’s best years in fulfilling its mission as a ‘gateway to world service’ lie ahead.”

Read the full announcements and follow other Simpson news at simpsonu.edu/news.

Simpson University has partnered with other Northern California colleges, offices of education, and College OPTIONS in two initiatives designed to promote higher education and make it more accessible to families in the region. The Shasta Promise, part of the Shasta County Office of Education’s Reach Higher Shasta initiative, guarantees Shasta County students admission to Chico State, Southern Oregon, Simpson and National universities if they meet basic admission requirements (press conference pictured above). The North State Promise offers similar support in five counties.

‘A Conversation with Laura Bush’

Hundreds of baseball fans filled Simpson’s gym Feb. 10 to hear renowned baseball broadcaster Jon Miller, known as the “Voice” of the San Francisco Giants. Miller shared entertaining tales at the dinner-and-auction event to benefit the Redding Community Baseball Field, planned for Simpson’s campus. He also took time to sign autographs and take pictures, including the one below with members of the Red Hawks baseball team.

‘An Evening with Jon Miller’

Simpson University partnered with Advance Redding to bring the former First Lady to the Redding Civic Auditorium on March 17. Mrs. Bush shared about her life in the White House and her work with the George W. Bush Institute, where she chairs the Women’s Initiative.

Universities partner in educational promises


SimpSon celebrateS inaugural four-year bSn claSS

impson University marked a milestone event on April 25, as 20 men and women made history as the university’s founding class of four-year nursing students.

During a special ceremony that included a candlelight recitation of the Florence Nightingale pledge, the students received their nursing pins. A relative or friend of each student came on stage to attach the pin while personal thank-yous written by each student were read aloud.

In 2011, Simpson launched its four-year bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) program, expanding its nursing educational options, which include a 16-month RN-to-BSN Track through the School of Continuing Studies.

The nursing program is bursting at the seams, with more than 80 students during spring semester and more than 90 expected in spring 2014. Plans are underway for a state-of the-art Science and Nursing Building to be constructed near the center of campus for projected occupancy in fall 2014.

This year’s founding class of graduates included Roberta Iyamu, 33, a Nigerian native and mother of two who wants to pursue graduate education in health care; Hossana Terrado, 22, of Honolulu, who hopes to be a nurse in the military; and oley Manivong, 33, of Redding, who wants to be an emergency room nurse.

“I just fell in love with the environment at Simpson,” Iyamu said. “I was looking for a Christian school to study nursing. The

motivation and support—the difference is huge. It’s been a great journey.”

Terrado admits she had a “rocky beginning” as she started the nursing program but said the program has challenged her in many ways. “The professors have definitely played a great role in where I am right now,” she said. “I’m ready to go and serve.”

Manivong, who was born in Laos, emphasized what he considers the “family aspect” of Simpson’s School of Nursing. “The instructors are great,” he said. “They know your strengths and weaknesses and just keep encouraging you.”

The BSN program prepares students to take the registered nursing exam for California licensure.

“There is a tremendous need for registered nurses with a baccalaureate degree,” said Jan Dinkel, dean of the School of Nursing. “Employers have told us about their concern over a nurse shortage, and in particular the need for bachelor’s-prepared registered nurses in acute-care hospitals and in public and community health areas.”

For more information on our nursing program , visit simpsonu.edu/nursing.

Hossana Terrado Oley Manivong Roberta Iyamu


ore than 375 students walked across the stage to receive their diplomas during Simpson University’s winter (Jan. 12) and spring (April 27) commencement ceremonies. Dr. Stanley Clark, retired provost of Simpson, gave the keynote address in January (see pages 12-13 for his speech). Dr. Roberta Hestenes of World Vision spoke to students in the spring. Graduates were from all Simpson’s programs: traditional undergraduate, continuing studies, and graduate

studies. The stories below highlight some of the graduates from the ASPIRE continuing studies program.

January, April ceremonies honor newest graduatesCOMMENCEMENT

Winter & Spring

MELINDA & ROBERT RICHARDSONRED BlUFF RESiDEnTS Melinda and Robert Richardson went on unique dates during the past 16 months. instead of going to dinner or a movie, they commuted to Redding once a week to attend class through Simpson University’s aSPiRe degree-completion program. “We both wanted to

be in school,” Melinda said, “and aSPiRe’s class time requirement and format allowed me to be there for my kids.”

time management was a challenge. Robert worked full-time, and Melinda stayed home with sons Robert, 8, David, 6, and elijah, 4. She also helped with language arts and math groups at her sons’ school and took care of her aunt with special needs.

“We had to balance going to school together, being ready for the babysit-ter, getting work done at home and doing schoolwork,” Robert said.

Robert and Melinda plan to take teaching credentialing classes through Simpson’s School of education. Robert hopes to teach junior high or high school history. Melinda wants to share her love of math with junior high or high school students. they have considered teaching in the north state or internationally at military schools.

“i always wanted to teach,” Robert said. “i want to do something for others like i did in the military. i want to help someone else have a better life.”

“i want give back and help out my community,” Melinda said.

SARAH LAWHORNEMORE THAn 40 YEARS after starting her undergraduate education at the University of Maine, Redding’s Sarah Lawhorne completed her college dream by earning a b.a. in organizational leadership through a new online major offered by the aSPiRe degree-completion program.

“there are many advantages to online educa-tion,” Lawhorne said. “Despite its requirements of discipline and dedication, you can acquire a degree from anywhere in the world that has internet connections.” Lawhorne’s hard work paid off, and she graduated with a 4.0 GPa, making her eligible for alpha Sigma Lambda, a national honor society for continuing education students who receive a GPa of 3.8 or higher.

Lawhorne delayed her degree to focus on family responsibilities. She worked at various jobs, including being a special education tutor, running an inn on the coast of Maine, and teaching skiing. Since 2009, she has traveled three times to the Middle east on outreach and educational ventures.

Lawhorne is considering several opportunities, including graduate studies at the London School of theology. She is also investigating positions at Youth With a Mission and other non-governmental organizations where she could utilize her organizational leadership degree.

“the aSPiRe program not only helped me realize my educational goals, but it also gave me the desire and confidence to expand the scope of my dreams,” she said.

Read the complete stories at simpsonu.edu/news.Learn more about the School of Continuing Studies at simpsonu.edu/aspire.

Photo by Eric Leslie


Human Rights Journalist Speaks at SimpsonREBECCA TINSLEy, author and human rights activist, spoke to a

standing-room-only crowd of students and commu-nity members in LaBaume-Rudat Hall on Jan. 24 after engagements at Stanford University and UC Berkeley. Tinsley, who spoke on “Genocide in Sudan: Rwanda in Slow Motion,” founded the human rights group Wag-ing Peace after visiting Darfur at the height of the killing there in 2004. She also founded Network for Africa, which has 10 projects helping genocide survi-vors rebuild their lives. The lecture was sponsored by Genocide No More−Save Darfur, in cooperation with Simpson University.

COMMENCEMENT

CAROL SCHERFA HEART FOR UnDERPRiVilEGED CHilDREn motivated trinity County resident Carol Scherf to return to college in her mid-60s to complete her bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership. Scherf, 65, watches three chil-dren two days a week while their mom teaches. She and her husband, tom, have raised four children of their own and assisted 17 other children during their five decades

together. they have been 4-H leaders for 41 years and very involved in county, state and national committees for the development of youth programs. “i want to be a voice for these kids with no voice of their own,” Scherf said.

affectionately called “Grandma” by her classmates, she graduated with a degree in organizational leadership in January. Scherf appreciated the closeness of class mem-bers, who encouraged and supported each other in their studies and life events. “that was probably the thing i’ll treasure most,” she said. “the sharing with teachers and the cohort.” She also gained increased self-confidence and motivation to reach her goals. “i have no hesitation now,” she said. “i’m already writing some kids’ books. You feel like you can conquer the world.”

Simpson in the Community

TIFFANY WRIGHTWEAVERVillE RESiDEnT tiffany Wright overcame some difficult obstacles to earn her degree in psychology. the loss of her father-in-law prompted her to delay her plan to start the aSPiRe program in fall 2011. “i wanted to be fully focused and energized for my new adventure,” she said. “i started in the spring of 2012, which i believe was God’s plan for me so i could meet my fellow cohorts. i can’t

imagine what this program would be like without my cohorts. they have become like family to me.”

nine months into the 16-month-long process to earn her degree, Wright’s garage burned down. She lost many personal belongings, but her home, family, and pets were protected. “Losing those sentimental things that could never be replaced was tough to digest. but, in reality, it was all just stuff,” she said. “now more than ever i realize that God has blessed me with gifts, and i intend on using those gifts to serve him.”

Wright realized she wanted to further her education while working at a preschool for autistic children in Sacramento. “i discovered that i had a passion for working with children,” she said. “i wanted to help them reach their potential.”

EACH yEAR, SIMPSoN UNIVERSITy HoSTS a number of community events on campus. In recent months, these included College oPTIoNS’ Junior Day and KinderCollege Day, the Lions Club All-Star Basketball Games, Good News Rescue Mission’s Night to the Rescue, and Shasta Regional Medical Center’s Nurses’ Day.

tozer Seminary offers lectureshipsA.W. TozER THEoLoGICAL SEMINARy offers special seminars and lectureships that are open to the com-munity. Recent ones included Leadership Strategies for Cultural Transformation with Dr. Bill Such, and Pursuing Wisdom with Dr. Leron Heath. The courses cost $150 and are not for credit. For more informa-tion, visit simpsonu.edu/tozer.


SPRING sports wrap

he Lady Red Hawks ended their season with a 35-28 overall record and a 10-6 California Pacific (Cal Pac) Conference record. They were named Cal Pac co-champions with William Jessup University, earning

their second straight conference title. For the third time in four years, the team advanced to the NCCAA National Tournament.

With their strong regular season and conference performances, Simpson earned bids to two regional qualifying tournaments. They participated in NAIA Unaffiliated Grouping No. 1 Softball Tournament as the No. 2 seed in Irvine, Calif., and finished second in the tournament, after losing to No. 1 Concordia University-Irvine.

In early May, the Red Hawks hosted the NCCAA West Regional Qualifying Tournament, where they faced 2012 NCCAA National Champion California Baptist University. Simpson came from behind to defeat the Lancers 3-2 in extra innings to advance to the NCCAA National Tournament in Botetourt, Va.

The No. 3 seed, Simpson lost 1-0 in the first round of nationals to No. 6 Union University. They avoided elimination in the second and third rounds by defeating No. 9 Oklahoma Wesleyan University 8-1 and No. 10 Trevecca Nazarene University 5-0. They were eliminated in the fourth round, when No. 1 Shorter University defeated them 5-0.

Senior Morgan Davis, juniors Cheri DeJesus and Chelsea Dunn, and freshmen Kara Wall and Noel Montes earned first team All-Cal

Pac honors. DeJesus was also named Cal Pac Newcomer of the Year. Davis and Dunn earned All-American honors for their exceptional play in the NCCAA Softball National Tournament. Davis earned first team All-American and all-tournament honors. Dunn earned second team All-American honors.

For game coverage, player bios and more, visit simpsonu.edu/athletics.

WOMEN’S SOfTbAll TEAM EARNS CONfERENCE TITlE, GOES TO NATIONAlS

Ceremony honors graduating Red Hawks softball playersA special ceremony was held for five graduating Simpson University softball players who would be competing in the NAIA tournament when the rest of their classmates walked the stage to get their diplomas April 27.

About 140 family members and friends attended the April 20 event, held on the university’s softball field. Seniors Morgan Davis of Redding, Cali Avey of Riverbank, Nicole Hutchins of Rancho Cordova, Hayley Rodriguez of Torrance, and Bryanna Esquivel of Cypress donned caps and gowns and walked across the stage, receiving hard covers for their future diplomas.

Professor Wally Quirk was the guest speaker. President Larry McKinney, Rich Brown, vice president for Student Development, softball coach Wayne Stower, and Derrick Pringle Jr., assistant athletic director, also participated.


The Red Hawks ended the season with a 4-41 overall record and a 2-26 Cascade Collegiate Conference record. They beat Oregon Institute of Technology twice and the University of British Columbia and Biola University once.

In January 2012, Simpson University added men’s wrestling as its 12th intercollegiate sport. By September, head wrestling coach, Don Williams had compiled a team of 20 wrestlers from California and Nevada to compete in Simpson’s inaugural season.

“Recruiting was a challenge, to say the least,” said Williams. “Trying to build a complete and competitive roster when starting from scratch was not easy.”

The young Red Hawks faced some tough opponents, including Stanford University, California Baptist University, Menlo College, San Francisco State University, Grand Canyon University, Montana State University-Northern, University of Great Falls, Pacific University, and Southern Oregon University. Simpson ended the season with a 3-11 record.

In February, nine Simpson wrestlers competed in the NAIA West Regional tournament in Great Falls, Mont. Junior Anthony Vega and freshmen Brady Beamon and Austin Lobsigner qualified to compete in the NAIA National Tournament in Des Moines, Iowa, in March.

Vega, Beamon, and Lobsinger took the national tournament by storm. All three earned All-American honors by placing eighth or higher in their respective weight classes. As a team, the Red Hawks placed 11th out of the 37 teams that had qualified wrestlers to the national tournament.

“With no seniors and a majority of freshmen, the Red Hawks wrestling team plans to bring home a few more dual victories and more All-Americans next year,” Williams said. “We hope to build an NAIA powerhouse program in a few short years.”

The Red Hawks ended the season with a 3-7 conference record and an 8-21 overall record. They were ranked No. 5 in the Cal Pac Championship tournament and lost in the first round to No. 4 Menlo College. The Red Hawks placed four players on All-Cal Pac teams. Dalton Thacker was named Cal Pac Freshman of the Year and 1st team All-Cal Pac. Junior Guy Varsek was also named to the 1st team, and sophomore Ian Corella earned 2nd team honors. Senior Jordan Collins was named All-Cal Pac honorable mention.

The Lady Red Hawks ended the season with a 7-3 conference record and a 13-17 overall record. They finished tied for second in the California Pacific Conference for the first time in school history and were ranked No. 3 in the Cal Pac Championship tournament. They won their first round match-up in the Cal Pac Championship against Pacific Union College to advance to the semi-finals, where they lost to conference rival No. 2 William Jessup University. Juniors Nichole Jones and Tiffany Aaserude earned 1st team All-Cal Pac honors, and freshman Madison Cox was named 2nd team All-Cal Pac.

Men’s BasketballMen’s Baseball

Men’s Wrestling

Women’s Basketball

For game coverage, player bios and more, visit simpsonu.edu/athletics.


Simpson University’s men’s golf team finished in second place in the Cal Pac. Junior Nick Maddalena was named the Cal Pac Male Golfer of the Year and participated in the NAIA National Tournament. The Red Hawks earned first place wins in the Embry-Riddle and Simpson invites. The women’s golf team’s highest finish was fourth place at the Embry-Riddle Invitational in Prescott, Ariz. They also participated in tournaments in Oregon, Washington, and California.

Men’s and Women’s Golf

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Strike TeamsSimpson students expanded the university’s annual ‘Day of Service’ into a ‘Way of Service’ this school year, with teams going out into the community nearly every week-end to help move furniture, clean, paint, hand out fliers, serve food, and much more. More than 580 stu-dents served at 25 or more agencies, schools and homes on more than 30 outings − an estimated 1,700 person-hours.

WorldSERVE teams circle the globeEvery year Simpson sends out student-led teams on spring and summer mission trips around the world. The teams participate in a variety of ministries, including working with orphans, doing evangelism, conducting children’s camps, and helping with building projects. Four teams (pictured below left) traveled to U.S. cities during spring break this year, and 12 are headed out this summer.

Follow their progress at simpsonu.edu/missions.

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Ties with Thailand“Ties with Thailand” is a new partnership that brings together Simpson University and Christian and Missionary Alliance international workers in Bangkok, primarily through a coffee shop outreach. The Simpson community is committed to supporting these workers through prayer, financial gifts, correspondence, and mission trips.


aWarDS ChapelStudentS, faculty and Staff honored

Kneeling, from left: Christopher Peterson, association of Youth Ministry educators award; Christopher Gaona, outstanding Cross-Cultural Studies major; Mitchell Kellogg, excellence in outdoor Leadership and Student Life award; tim Medeiros, outstanding History Research Paper; Grace Slowik, Rotary Honor to Youth award; Jon thompson, Student affairs Professional of the Year. Standing, from left: Katie elliot, Communication Student of the Year; bethany Scettrini, outstanding english Student of the Year; travis osborne, Yearbook Dedication; natasha Kamps, Cartmel Memorial award; elizabeth Som-merfeld, Walter C. Meloon award; Hannah Dewater, alumni association Community Service award; Mat-thew Contreras, Faculty Scholarship award; Myrsadies brown, outstanding History Student; Robert nadalsky, outstanding Ministry Major; tyler Goens, President’s Cup award; Dani Perez, Psychology Student of the Year; Mark Rippetoe, aSbSU Staff appreciation award; Marissa Fuller, Student Life award; Lauren Dillon, outstanding Music Student of the Year.

not pictureD: tyler Lynch, Zondervan Hebrew award; Lauren Cornellier and thomas Mcatee, out-standing Communication Students Scholarship; Jodi Richards, Most improved Communication Student; Chelsea Dunn, Red Hawk award.

Professors of the YearFACULT Y SCHOL ARLY AC TIVITIES

read more faculty activities at simpsonu.edu/scholars

MiCHAEl lYOnS, associate professor of Old Testament, had an essay published in Reading Job Inter-

textually (edited by Katherine Dell and Will Kynes). The essay is titled, “’I also

could talk as you do’ (Job 16:4): The Function of Intratextual Quotation and Allusion in Job.”

tHeology & miniStry

PAUl STOnEHOUSE, assistant professor of outdoor leadership, gave a presentation at the Christian Experiential Learning Leadership Summit in Missouri in

February 2013. The title of the presentation was “Experi-ential Education and Discipleship: The Vita Activa and the Vita Contemplativa.”

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CAROl WERTz, associate professor of education, gave a presentation on classroom management at Global Vision Christian School in South Korea in October 2012.

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MiCHEllE EnGBlOM-DEGlMAnn, director of clinical training (MACP program), gave a presentation titled “Ambiguous Loss” at the Redding Regional Chapter of CAMFT (California Association

for Marriage and Family Therapists) in January 2013.

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DR. MARDY PHiliPPiAn Professor of english, School of traditional Undergraduate Studies

DR. WAYnE nORMAn Professor of Psychology, School of traditional Undergraduate Studies

DR. JOHn BURSOn School of Continuing Studies (aSPiRe)HumanitieS & fine artS

JOHn AYABE, assistant professor of history, helped with a “Teaching American History” grant funded by the U.S. Department of Education and directed by UC Davis and the Shasta

County Office of Education. The program brought together K-12 teachers in Shasta County and college professors to design U.S. history lessons to be taught in classrooms.

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CHARACTERBELIEFLEGACYby Stanley A. Clark

Editor’s Note: Dr. Clark wrote and delivered this

address at the January 2013 commencement

ceremony.


Psalm 139 is a powerful description of how we humans are made, and it is a Scriptural cornerstone regarding our created nature. In his book More Than Meets the Eye, Richard Swenson says, “Every human body is a miracle exceeding comprehension... when God set out to create humanity He put His genius on display.”

have always been struck by the many ways in which, by God’s design, each of us is unique. The list of traits is impressive: our DNA, fingerprints, eyes, lips, voice, handwriting, even the way we walk. I’d like to focus on

three of these characteristics that are rich in symbolic meaning and lead us into deep truth about our life’s mission.

Consider first our signature. When I was in elementary school our teachers were uncompromising about penmanship. We had to write our letters over and over again, and the teacher would “correct our mis-takes” so the letters would be “right.” We were graded on how well our

handwriting conformed to the rules. Then one day they quit grading us, and we immediately fell off the wagon. Perhaps the best example of how far we fell is our signatures: we all started with the same basic penmanship, but our signatures are literally unique now.

The word itself comes from the Latin signare, “to sign.” It is es-sentially a symbolic expression of our names. We affix our signatures for two main reasons: when we want to “own” a document, that is, identify it as belonging to us (think of a personal letter to a friend); or to express our intentions regarding a document, to say “I agree” (think of a contract or petition).


No two signatures are the same, because so many physical and emotional factors affect handwriting. Furthermore, no two signatures by the same person are the same because our bodies are not machines. Handwriting is a variable, and it changes with age. The way we write our names is also affected by our physi-cal ability, mood, emotional health, anxiety, and quality of eyesight. And it’s affected by how careful we are when we write it.

In spite of all this variation, however, there are habitual features of any person’s signature, and these can be used to identify or validate the author. If you have watched the pawn-shop reality shows, you know how this works: the store owner brings in an expert to confirm that the signature on a document is, in fact, that of Abraham Lincoln or Elvis Presley. We are known by our signatures.

This is true at a deeper level, too. Our signature is who we are as persons—what we were born with, and what we have become. It is our personality, our identity, character, soul, our passions, tendencies, and defining experi-ences—in short, everything we bring to the table as human beings.

We didn’t do this alone: in Ephesians 2:10 we are called God’s “workmanship,” His work of art; and in Isaiah 60:21 God says we are the work of His hands, made for the display of His splendor. So there is a unique revelation of the Creator in our personalities. Our signature has both supernatural artistry and deep worth, as well as incredible poten-tial. Embrace it, cultivate it, and celebrate the gift that it is.

Of course, we aren’t set in concrete. We continuously and inevitably change. This is most obvious early in life, as we grow from infants to young adults, but the process continues through all our years. We change because of what we experience, the choices we

make, the goals we pursue, and the values we follow. We change for better or worse, and for the most part these changes are entirely within our control.

Yet we don’t change completely as the years go by; the changes are always relative to a baseline. This is what allows others to know us throughout our lives, and it’s what endears us to them. To illustrate, no matter how much I change as my own life goes on, I will always be someone who tries to avoid the spotlight, to make others laugh, to make peace, and to be loved. This is my baseline, and the means by which other people know me.

The second trait that has captured my attention is our voice. As we grow through infancy, we progress from random sounds to babble to words. We eventually establish a rec-ognizable voice. And just like our signatures, each person’s voice is unique.

This is true because our anatomies are different. Our vocal cords, jaws, teeth, muscles and nasal cavities all impact the sound we vo-calize; taken together, they’re shaped uniquely and used differently by each person. Like our signatures, our voice changes over time as these physiological features change with age. Even so, each voice remains unique, and is easily recognizable by those who know the person well.

Beyond this literal interpretation of voice lies something deeper. We talk about giving voice to our feelings, or having a voice in a decision, or developing a voice. In this sense, voice is both the structure and the expression of our values, beliefs and opinions; it is our worldview. It is based on our knowledge, ex-periences and personality; on who our friends are, on what we read and the media we follow. We each have a unique worldview—unique because there are so many different issues in life, and because our experiences have been unique. No two voices are the same.

Yet like our signature, our voice is constantly changing, too. Life is fluid and un-predictable; it surprises us with good and bad things. And our experiences change what we believe to be true. Think back over your own life; pick an issue like war, political philoso-phy, child rearing, and ask if your voice has not changed in some ways. Senior citizens tell us they think much differently now than when they were younger, and sometimes they regret what they once believed and valued. But in spite of this, our core beliefs generally remain in place as habitual features of our baseline identity, and this is another method by which others can recognize us.

Voice can be profoundly impacted by the university experience, in any number of direc-tions. One of the goals of Christian higher education is to develop a comprehensive view of the world that is coherent, well defined, biblically based, and appealingly presented to others. That’s one of the most valuable assets a person can ever have, because such a voice can be applied to the issues of each generation.

Finally, there is the matter of finger-prints—those ridges on our

Our signature is who we are as persons—what we were born with, and what we have become. It is our personality, our identity, character, soul, our passions, tendencies, and defining experiences—in short, everything we bring to the table as human beings.

Voice is both the structure and the expression of our values, beliefs and opinions; it is our worldview.

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DR. STAnLEy A. CLARK retired in 2012 as provost of Simpson University, after serving in that capacity since fall 2005. He served more than 30 years in Christian college academic administration.

(cont. from p.14) fingertips that, like our DNA, literally “give us away.” They’re formed during the third month of pregnancy, and they never change. Their purpose is to create friction and traction so we can grasp things. Their glands excrete oil, and leave residue on the objects we touch—traces of evidence that proclaim, “I was here.”

The symbolic meaning of fingerprints is no mystery. They are the marks we leave on the world: a portrait of where we have been, what we have done, and what (or whom) we have touched along the way. All day long, every day of our lives, all of us leave them everywhere we go. They represent the impact we have had, both for good and evil, on other people, on the communities we have lived in, on the organiza-tions we have belonged to. Fingerprints are the record of our life’s activity, our epitaph, our legacy. And, whole persons that we are, the marks we leave on this earth stem directly from our signature and our voice.

In 2 Corinthians Paul expressed this beautifully when he said that God “…through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of (Christ). For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.” What a challenging truth! Yet most of us will never know how we have impacted others during

our lifetimes. Even the smallest acts, like a rude comment or a random act of kindness, can have eternal impact. Be attentive, then, so one day you can look back over your life with satisfaction instead of regret and shame. This is the only life we’re going to get.

Last year I was diagnosed with an ag-gressive form of cancer. It has been a difficult journey since then—chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, weeks in the hospital, and a long, slow recuperation. As I have reflected on this experience, God keeps saying: “Do I have your attention now?” I had been on auto-pilot for years: self-sufficient, hard-driving, unconcerned about the future. But now I see each day for what it really is, a gift and a fresh chance to become a better person, to realign my values and beliefs, and to leave more of an imprint for Christ in serving others in the remaining time He gives me. So I have written this address for myself as well as for others.

The Clark Endowment for Student Research

CULTURE OFSCHOLARSHIP

Simpson graduates, my prayer for you is from 1 Cor. 9: May you run the race before you “in such a way as to get the prize... a crown that will last forever.” And my charge to you is this: --May your signature increasingly reflect

the person of Christ; --May your voice always be bold to pro-

claim the Truth; and --May your fingerprints provide evidence

that through all your life, you served the King.“Fingerprints are the marks we leave on the world: a portrait of where we have been, what we have done, and what (or whom) we have touched along the way.”

InvEST In STUdEnT RESEARCHFollowing Dr. Stanley Clark’s retirement in 2012, he and his wife, Susan, established an endowment fund to support student scholarly activity for years to come. Earnings from the Clark Endowment Fund for Student Research will go toward the annual Simpson Student Research Symposium .This faculty-initiated event celebrates the scholarly work of Simpson students and demonstrates what a Christian university can produce (see article on next page).

The Clark Endowment Fund needs to reach $10,000 to become endowed. We would invite you to consider giving a gift as a way to thank the Clarks for their season of service to Simpson University and

their commitment to global Christian higher education.

For more information or to give online, visit simpsonu.edu/clarkendowmentor scan the QR code with your smart phone.


impson University senior Janelle Roth’s Student Research Symposium presentation in early March about media and propaganda in China and North Korea had an unlikely current news tie: basketball star Dennis

Rodman’s visit to the latter country (and North Korea would continue to grab headlines in the following months).

Roth (pictured standing, upper right), who graduated in April with a bachelor’s degree in communication, was asked about Rodman’s celebrity visit during Simpson’s third annual symposium, following her talk on “Connections of Media and Violence in China and North Korea: Philosophy, Power and Propaganda.”

“He is an interesting representation of our culture,” she said. “I am more interested to see what comes out of it, if anything. But what I can say is that if there is any time in history that I would like to be in Dennis Rodman’s shoes, it would hands down be during his time with the leaders of North Korea.”

Roth was one of 33 students who presented talks or posters about research projects—and answered audience questions—during the free, daylong event. Visitors could choose among multiple 10- to 30-minute presentations on a variety of topics. The symposium emulates a professional academic research symposium, where scholars present

their work in a formal setting. It gives Simpson students an opportunity to showcase their learning, and, in some cases, original research.

A presentation by five undergraduate psychology students (pictured below) highlighted ongoing research being conducted by professors Wayne Norman and Danielle Beck. The students gathered data by conducting tests on fellow undergraduates to measure heart-rate variability during certain cognitive tasks.

“The idea is for us to be doing our own real research and include students as research assistants,” Norman said. “It gives them a set of skills that hopefully will put them in a better position to get into graduate school.”

Dani Perez, a psychology major from the San Francisco Bay Area who transferred to Simpson last year, was part of the team that presented at the symposium. “It’s a privilege to demonstrate to the public the things happening here,” she said. “It says much about our exploration as emerging adults.”

Roth said she chose her topic of media and violence after studying in China during the spring 2012 semester. Already aware of the government’s attempts to censor news and social media outlets to its citizens, she got a firsthand taste of it. “After having my computer hacked and numerous files deleted, as well as third-party members listening in on Skype conversations, I began to think about all of the freedoms that I was granted in America, that I did not have while studying in China,” Roth said. “This spurred me to research more about the topic, once I was home and able to search such topics as media censorship that I could not search there.”

Other symposium presentations included such topics as “The Romanticization of Pocahontas: Discovering the Truth Behind the Legend,” and “The Value of the Arts in Peacebuilding.” Two students presented the results of chemistry studies done on the campus pond. Presenters represented 14 Simpson University programs, with 25 undergraduate students and eight graduate students giving 20 talks and displaying nine posters.

Red Bluff resident Roger Cox attended the symposium to see his nephew, Stephen Lennstrom, who addressed audiences in morning and afternoon sessions on the topics of church and state relations and the

psychology group research. “I was really impressed that they’re doing this,” Cox

said. “I think it’s important because it gives the students a chance to get feedback from the community about the relevance, strengths and weaknesses of their work.”

Learn more about the Student Research Symposium and read summaries of the presentations at simpsonu.edu/researchsymposium.

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big motivation for me to finish school was my brothers and sisters,” she said. “Anything I do, they want to do, so I try to be a good influence on them.”

It’s a role the Simpson University biology major has taken to heart. She transferred to Simpson three years ago from junior college in Stockton, recruited by a basketball coach on a scouting trip.

“It felt like an inviting place,” she said. “I thought it would be the best fit.”

Tempest grew up in Chiloquin, Ore., on the Klamath Indian Tribe’s reservation. A direct descendant of the Klamath Tribe, she’s also en-rolled in the Tulalip Tribe. Her American Indian family and surround-ings helped shape her character and her passion for service.

“I feel like I came from a community where a lot of people don’t know about the importance of college,” she said. “My mom was the first-generation college student in her family, and that had a big influ-ence on me.”

As a girl, Tempest would sometimes go to college with her mother, who is pursuing her doctorate in psychology. Having that kind of role model fueled Tempest’s own aspirations.

“I’ve wanted to be a doctor ever since I was really young,” she said. She chose to major in biology at Simpson to help meet the require-ments for medical school. Her psychology minor also reflects her moth-er’s impact—and rounds out Tempest’s holistic approach to medicine.

Larry Siemens, assistant professor of chemistry, said Tempest’s strength and personality stand out. “She is a unique student,” he said. “She has a quick mind, giving her the ability to accomplish amazing things.”

In addition to playing basketball, Tempest also was vice president of the campus Biology Club for two years and a member for three. In spring 2011, she traveled to Guatemala on a medical missions trip, helping with patient intake at a nonprofit clinic.

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“That was probably my most life-changing experience at Simpson,” she said. “It strengthened my relationship with God. Being able to spend time with people in poverty and helping build relationships let me know that God is good and that I should be thankful for what I have.”

Tempest found Simpson’s biology program very challenging, es-pecially in the beginning. “At first I wondered how to do it, it was so intensive,” she said. “It was hard to balance with basketball because it takes so much time and energy to complete the courses.”

But as time went on, she began to appreciate the rigor. A biology major takes courses that include microbiology, biochemistry, physics, chemistry, genetics, immunology—almost all of which require hours in the lab each week.

“Now I realize it was a great program in that it helped prepare me for the next level,” she said. “I’m studying for the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test), and I see that all the stuff I learned was beneficial.”

She smiled. “They weren’t just giving us all that hard work to torture us.”

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The university has about 40 biology majors, two of whom graduated this spring. Tempest found the small class sizes—sometimes three to seven students—to be helpful.

“When I had a question I could go right to the professor—and you could ask a lot of questions,” she said. “That improved my knowledge about the subject. At a big university, I couldn’t do that.”

Simpson’s service mindset also enhanced Tempest’s academic experi-ence. She volunteered at Mercy Medical Center in Redding as part of the ministry practicum all Simpson students participate in for two semesters. “It helped validate that I really want to be a doctor,” she said.

Tempest’s dream is to be a family practitioner in a rural Indian area. “I want to give back to my community,” she said. She notes that her ethnic background and cultural understanding could eliminate some barriers in providing care to patients who might not be as comfortable elsewhere.

Her practical, giving spirit is already known in her community. For the past two summers, she and her mother have organized a grant-funded youth basketball program for the American Indian children around the Klamath reservation area. Tempest leads the camps, often hiring other college ball players to help out.

She also worked in the Klamath Tribal Wellness Center, securing her EMT (emergency medical technician) license in the process. During part of her time at Simpson, she went home one weekend a month to volunteer on the Chiloquin ambulance.

Her drive and work ethic also helped her secure funding for college. Tempest researched medical school requirements and began applying for scholarships to help her achieve that goal.

She received athletic and academic scholarships from Simpson her first and second years and only had to take out minimal loans. For her

third year she was awarded the Indian Health Services scholar-ship, which pays for tuition and offers a monthly stipend. “It’s very competitive,” she said. “I didn’t get it the first time I ap-plied.”

Prior to her final year at Simp-son, she applied for an MCAT preparation program through the University of North Dakota and was awarded a scholarship to study for the MCAT. She also earned a scholarship for a 14-day EMT boot camp.

She encourages other students to do the work required to apply for scholarships. “There are a ton of scholarships out there,” she said. “I might’ve spent 20 hours research-ing and writing essays, but it ends up paying more than a minimum wage job would.”

The biology professors at Simpson said they were impressed by Tem-pest’s behind-the-scenes work to pursue her education.

“Tempest is one of the most enjoyable students I’ve ever had the honor of teaching,” said Brian Hooker, assistant professor of biology. “Her boldness and tenacity made her a ‘world-changer’ even before she left Simpson University. She’s never heard the word ‘impossible.’”

P. 16 photo (by Falicia Schuman) shows Tempest with her parents at graduation.

SCIEnCE &nURSInG BUILDInGGiving to the Science and Nursing Building is a tangible way to support students like tempest and her biology classmates, who seek to make a difference through research and medicine. Groundbreaking is on track for this fall.

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GIVE ONLINE simpsonu.edu/snbuilding GIVE BY PHONE (530) 226-4119

GIVE BY CHECKAdvancement officeSimpson University2211 College View Drive Redding, CA 96003


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Ben Maki ’00 lives in Arizona with his wife, Sandra, and son Banner. He works at Prescott Pines Camp.

Scott Berry ’04 married Hannah Duncan on Jan. 8, 2011. They have a son named Luke. Scott works for Pacific Gas & Electric, and they attend River Valley Christian Fellowship in Yuba City, Calif.

Alex ’07 and Katarina (Massa) ’06 Krum and daughter Aviya moved to Price, Utah, where Alex is serving as associate pastor at Price Chapel, responsible for student and children’s ministries.

Aaron Friesen ’07 and his wife, Carrie, live in Bluffton, SC, with their three children, Camille (born in ’09), Eliza Jane (’11) and Gideon (’12).


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look who dropped byRich and Kristi (Chiarelli) Todd, both ’01, were on campus in November for Global Impact Week. Rich is a pastor at Cedar Boulevard Neighborhood Church in Newark, Calif. The Christian and Missionary Alliance selected the Todds to go to the Ukraine as missionaries in the Envision program. The Todds were also selected as the 2012-13 recipients of the Samuelson Mission Fund award at Simpson. Rod and Dianna Samuelson created the fund to help pay off students’ loan debt so they are able to serve on the mission field. Past alumni recipients include Elizabeth Gross ’07, Leah (Rush) Bakers ’07, Aaron Steinart ’09, and Jackson Cha ’10. Learn more about tribute scholarships at simpsonu.edu/giving.

Josh and Christina (Wade) Blackburn, both ’10.

Brian Russell ‘98 (pictured with Gordon Flinn, vice president for Advancement)

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[email protected] (while you’re at it, ask

to receive the free monthly alumni e-newslet-

ter). Stay connected with former classmates

through facebook.com/simpsonualumni or

at hawksnest.simpsonu.edu.

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Lincoln Josiah Odell (pictured here at 6 months) is the son of Joe ‘07 and Angelina (Adena) ’05 Odell. Lincoln was born June 30, 2012.

Zechariah Kue, born oct. 25, 2012, is the son of Tsim ’10 and Jer (Yang) ’08 Kue.

Elyse Danbi Park, born Sept. 29, 2012, to Steve and Joi (Ryan) ’04 Park, sent an email to the Alumni office: “Thank you for ‘My First Simpson Tee.’ I love it!”

Abigail Ciasaib (Hope) Chang, is the daughter of Phillip ’12 and Ku Chang.

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Annie Elizabeth Richards was born Dec. 3, 2012, in South Korea to Christopher and Jennifer Richards, both ’06.

Elias David Jobson was born Dec. 3, 2012, to Brian ’99 and Sarah (Topolski) ’00 Jobson. Elias joins big brother Cale.

Charlotte Grace Welch was born Dec. 14, 2012, to Josh and Katrina (Kirby) ’05 Welch. Charlotte joins siblings Jack and Elise.

Elijah Culley was born Dec. 20, 2012, to Brad and Linda (Little) ’99 Culley.

Tirzah Joy Wall was born Feb. 4, 2013, to Melanie (Coats) ’03 and Ben Wall. The Walls got married in 2011 and live in British Columbia.

Grace Eleanor Morrison was born Feb. 8, 2013, to Andres ’00 and Ruth (Strong) ’98 Morrison.

Tobias Joy Pada was born Jan. 22, 2013, to Orvic ’03 and Lori (Strotz) ’02 Pada. He joins brothers Oziah, 4, and Ezra, 2.

Kareese Victoria Wilson was born March 9, 2013, to James ’07 and Jessi Wilson.

Gus Bullock was born March 31, 2013, to Marty ’00 and Abby (Zopfi) ’99 Bullock.

Elida Clarke was born April 24, 2013, to Brandon ’06 and Karrie (Connors) ’05 Clarke. She joins big brother Ezra.

Let us know about your new arrival, and we’ll send you a Simpson University onesie. Then be sure to send us a photo of your future Simpson graduate sporting his or her first Red Hawks T-shirt. Email [email protected].

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ALUMS, STAY CONNECTED:• facebook.com/simpsonualumni

• hawksnest.simpsonu.edu

• subscribe to the monthly alumni

e-newsletter at [email protected].

THIS YEAR’S HOMECOMING CELEBRATION included Spirit Week theme days, ‘A.B. Simpson’s Amazing Race,’ and a Club Hawk After-Party for students, in addition to a full weekend of fun for alumni. Alumni activities kicked off Friday with a special chapel honoring Distinguished

ASPIRE Alumnus Amy Hawes ‘08 (pictured upper left) and Distingished Alumnus Jon Young ‘99 (pictured left). Hawes, who earned her bachelor of science in nursing in the RN-BSN Track program, works as a public health nurse. young, who was the guest speaker in chapel, is a regional field director for the oNE campaign, which fights worldwide poverty. He has worked in the fields of healthcare, music (as a member of the band The Myriad)and advocacy.

The weekend also included an alumni banquet, athletics Hall of Fame inductions (Katie Soll ‘04 Banks, basketball; Phil Luukkonen ‘03, soccer; Stacy McIntosh ‘99, volleyball), men’s and women’s basketball games, and the crowning of homecoming king Mitchell Kellogg and queen Mariah Welling.

STAY CURRENTView more photos and video online atsimpsonu.edu/homecoming.

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View from the Urban LoftBy Sean Benesh ‘06, M.A. As the world hurtles toward urbanization at an ever-increasing pace, the need arises for more theological reflection on the

city. Globalization, international immigration, and densification in cities are having a transformative impact on the urban landscape. Urban mission is at the forefront of many denominations, church-planting networks, ministries, and mission organizations yearning for citywide transformation. View from the Urban Loft takes readers through the development of cities throughout history, acting as a guide to navigating the forces shaping urban environments, and seeking to uncover a theology that gives Christians a rationale and biblical understanding of the meaning and purposes of the city and how to live in it for the glory of God. Sean Benesh is director of the Epoch Center for Urban Renewal and a church planter.

Anchor Prayers: Sharing the JourneyBy Yuka Ambrose ‘06, M.A.This book addresses challenges of everyday life and presents a biblical prescription to resolve deep-rooted pain. It seeks to empower readers to face their emotions with a new determination to remove the mask, find inner peace and move on. Themes include anger, addiction, anxiety and depression, bullying, guilt, and healing family relationships. yuka Ambrose earned a master’s in ministry from Tozer Theological

Seminary. Her lifelong goal has been the improvement of the human condition. She has been involved in several initiatives aimed at alleviating poverty and done extensive outreach in several countries, including mission work to the indigenous peoples in Brazil.



‘PeaRLS aND PaPaRazzi’ WaS tHe tHeme of this year’s Senior Banquet, hosted by the Alumni Office at the Riverview Country Club. The 125 guests enjoyed dinner, a challenge by former campus pastor Mark Carter, presentation of class awards and senior gifts, and an after-dinner dance. The Class of 2013’s gift to the campus is “The Nest,” a creative social space to be set up outside near the cafeteria.

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ABOUT 100 GUESTS VISITED CAMPUS on Feb. 8 for Simpson’s 4th annual Grandparent Day. Grandparents went to chapel and classes with their student, ate in the cafeteria, and had dessert with the president. New this year was a presentation by summer mission team students about their trips.

Grandparent Day Special visitors enjoy campus life

Student Daniel Dixon (center) was joined by parents Brad and Kristin, far right, grandmother Donna Amoth, front center, and alumni grandparents Darrel and Harriet Dixon, both ‘58.

In his grandparents’ footsteps

In Memoriam ◊ Doris (MacAlister) Berg ’41 • Nov. 11, 2012

◊ Gerald (Jerry) Merryman ‘49 • Jan. 27, 2013

◊ Frank William (Bill) Edgbert ’49 • June 23, 2012

◊ Rae Robbins ’58 • April 6, 2012

◊ David Davenport Lewis ’58 • Feb. 23, 2013

◊ Lois Jean (McLeod) Bell ‘60 • March 23, 2013

◊ Christi Sue (Richardson) Sloper ’86 • May 4, 2013

◊ Kellie (Cyr) Besette ’84 • Nov. 26, 2012

◊ Robert Nathan Brown, ’94 (M.Div) • Jan. 3, 2013

◊ Paul Currie, former Simpson trustee, passed away Feb. 20, 2013, in Los Altos, Calif. He was 93. Paul was a pastor and district superinten-dent with the Christian and Missionary Alli-ance in the U.S. and Canada. The Currie-Ediger residence hall on campus bears his name. His wife, Betty, preceded him in death. Their son, Peter, was a ’79 alumnus. As board chair in 1970, Paul wrote a paper about “The Role of the Trustees at Simpson Bible College in the Seventies.” He noted, “The primary purpose of Simpson is well stated in the Constitution: ‘To cultivate a fervent, God-conscious Christian expe-rience kindled within the flame of evangelical and missionary passion and vision.’ This must have top priority.”


in remembrance Jim Grubbs1948 - 2013

HOnOR JiM’S lEGACYA tree will be planted in Jim Grubbs’ memory along Simpson’s Pathways of Remembrance. Gifts can be made to the Annual Student Scholarship Fund in his memory (go to simpsonu.edu/giving, click on “Annual Student Scholarship Fund” and put “For Jim Grubbs” in the comment box).

Grubbs Family

impson University lost beloved communication professor Jim Grubbs on March 9, 2013. He was 64. Jim began teaching at Simpson in 1989, the same year the college moved to Redding from San Francisco. Jim had a B.A. in business from UC Berkeley and master’s degrees in speech communication and counseling from San Jose State and UC San Francisco. An avid learner and reader (he was very fond of C.S. Lewis’ writings), he also taught at Shasta College and had a counseling

practice for many years. At Simpson, his classes included Philosophy and Critical Thought, Oral Communication, Interpersonal Communication, and Small Group Communication, among others.

“He truly loved students and loved to teach,” said Robin Dummer, interim president and a longtime faculty member. “Professors never fully know the impact they have had on the lives of others, but students chose to be communication majors because of him.”

The Slate, Simpson’s student newspaper, dedicated two pages of its March 20 issue to Professor Grubbs, with students sharing warm and funny memories. Students also honored him at an evening get-together at the Denny’s restaurant where Jim frequently held late-night “office hours.” Restaurant manager Mitch Straight said they hoped to dedicate the bench where Jim always sat in his honor. “He was just a genuine guy, a really good guy,” Mitch said. “I always appreciated his company.”

A longtime member of Bethel Church in Redding, Jim − who married Jacque Johnson in 1972 − was remembered in a celebration of life service there on March 15. Jim’s greatest joy was his family − Jacque, their children Charis, Nathan and Nichole, and 12 grandchildren. A common theme throughout the service was Jim’s unwavering faith in God. During a March Simpson chapel service, communication professor Dan Berger led students in a responsive refrain of Jim’s frequent saying: “God is good − all the time!”

Read more at simpsonu.edu/communication.

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