 Commencement
More than 230 students from College, Seminary set to graduate
The 2013 Commencement marks the 81st year for the annual ceremony. Diplomas will be awarded on Saturday, May 11, at 9 a.m. President Jim Jeffery will encourage graduates, and the event for the first time will be streamed live over the internet.
Read more here.
Get details here.
Watch the Commencement live stream here.
 College
Student leaders getting ready for fall
A new team of student leaders is preparing for the fall semester, aiming its focus on event planning and leadership development on campus. The Student Leadership Council provides opportunities for spiritual, social, and academic growth among undergraduates.
Read more here.
Learn more about new SLC President Scott Cleveland here.
 Summer Events
Volunteers Week offers fun, unique experience
Campus improvements and beautification are the focus of a special week for volunteers this summer. The July 7—13 event combines hands-on service opportunities with an inexpensive and fun vacation. Those attending make new friends, hear special speakers, and reconnect.
Learn more and register here.
Get details on the Men’s Conference here.
See information about the LYFE Women’s Conference here.
Read about two weeks of Teen Leadership Conferences here.
Learn about Boot Camp for Junior Highers here.
 Defender Athletics
Sports camps set to grow skills, character
Helping students develop spiritual character as they gain skills in basketball and soccer are featured during five weeks of sports camps. Defender sports camps and Big Blue day camps give young athletes focused attention with veteran coaches and dedicated college athletes.
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Learn more and register here.
 Golf
Summer Golf Tournament continues annual tradition
Connecting with friends and building new relationships are among the benefits of the annual summer Golf Tournament. The special two-day event is June 13—14. The tournament package includes 36 holes of golf, a cart, four meals, and Thursday night's lodging. Prizes and giveaways are also included.
Read more here.
Register and learn more here.
 Music
Powerful performances mark spring concerts
Strong performances of American folk classics were featured during three special Spring Concerts produced by the BBC Department of Music. Continuing a tradition of excellence, the Friday and Saturday concerts were held in the Murphy Memorial Library in Jackson Hall.
Read more here.
See photos here.
 RiSE
Worship team expands summer ministry, releases album
RiSE, a traveling worship team, is set with an expanded schedule of events this summer, carrying a greater capacity thanks to an increased number of members and the release of a new album. The 15-member group will be divided into two traveling teams performing at churches, camps, schools, and other venues beginning this month.
Read more here.
See a full schedule of concerts here.
Connect with RiSE on Facebook here.
 Missions
Inaugural Radiate event ignites passion among future students
Nearly three dozen high school students participated in Radiate, an intensive four-day conference focused on local outreach and cross-cultural ministries. The program mixed classroom instruction on teaching the Bible and sharing Jesus Christ with off-campus opportunities to reach others.
Read more here.
See photos here.
 Community
Students raise money, gain experience through Miles for Madison
A benefit run/walk event brought close to 150 participants to campus, raising money to support the Stephens Johnson Syndrome Foundation. "Miles for Madison" was planned and organized by students and raised more than $2,000 through registrations and donations.
Read more here.
Get information on the foundation here.
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Facebook
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Radio
A Word from the Summit
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Campus Appreciation Day
Spring clean up on campus.
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Spring Banquet
Evening of celebration
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Whom you should know
Roddy Hannah has been named Assistant Provost for Student Development.
Contact Roddy.
Faye Moore has been named Associate Dean of Students.
Contact Faye.
In the Spotlight
Stories about exceptional students, faculty members, staff, and friends
Stephen Bair: Bridging Distances in Education
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Jered Heater: Military Missions
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Prayer
As the end of the semester approaches, please pray for those students who are graduating and preparing to move into their next phase of life.
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