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August 28, 2006

30 Years of Service

Hey, I just wanted to send a short note about a really good time I had this past Friday night. As has been the tradition since he first came to MoBap, Dr. Lacey once again hosted the annual President's Party for employees on Friday, August 25. All of our full-time faculty and staff are invited to this dinner when all of our new employees are introduced and other employees are recognized for years of service (5 yrs, 10 yrs, etc.). The growth of MBU is eveident in the welcoming of six new faculty and numerous new employees. Eight employees were recognized for 5 years of service, while five others were recognized for their 10 years spent at MBU.

However, the two individuals I want to talk about today are two gentleman that were honored for 30 years of service to the University. Most of you probably know Tom Puhse, because many of us had him for either Intro. to Biology or his Spring Wildflowers class, complete with numerous hikes into the woods around campus. And all of us know Arlen Dykstra, whether it is as a History professor from his early years in the 70's, or from his many years serving as Executive Vice-President, Provost, or Academic Dean. Both of these men have poured their lives into Missouri Baptist University and are a major part of building a legacy that makes MBU so special.

Please let me ask a favor of anyone who reads this blog - please consider dropping a card or e-mail, or even making a call to these two gentleman to let them know how much we appreciate their contributions to MBU. Mr. Puhse's e-mail address is puhse@mabap.edu and Dr. Dykstra's e-mail address is adykstra@mobap.edu.

Until next time,

Rob

Posted by Rob Cornwell at August 28, 2006 10:31 AM