This story originally appeared in the spring/summer 2015 issue of The Bulletin. “I am often uncomfortable. The moment 30 people walk into our front door – people I have never met – I am expected to greet them, grab their coats, welcome them into the living room, introduce myself, speak…
Isaias “Toby” Faustino, a 2016 elementary education graduate, student taught at Parkside Elementary and coached freshman football at Goshen High School. He was and continues to be an inspiration to his students and players.
Why did you choose Goshen College and what keeps you here? I have continued to attend Goshen because I enjoy the environmental science program and feel that I have increased both my knowledge and skill set in this area. All of the professors are…
Professor of Biology View Ryan’s profile >> What drew you to want to teach at Goshen College? There are few academic communities as committed to understanding our connections to the world — I am surrounded by students and colleagues who are passionate about improving our world. What do you…
Janeth Vela’s first experience with Goshen College began when she started taking piano lessons in GC’s community music program at the age of six. She graduated in 2017 with a nursing degree and played soccer for the college. Why did you choose Goshen College? One of the reasons I chose…
Rushika researches how dengue virus interacts with its human host and mosquito vector to replicate and spread. Describe your career path from GC to now. I did research all 4 years at GC and this really helped me pursue a PhD at Purdue, where I learned to use multiple disciplines…
Dale discovered and developed new drugs for HIV and hepatitis C virus therapy. Currently he directs a program at AbbVie for the discovery of new drugs for neglected tropical diseases, tuberculosis and malaria. Describe your career path from GC to your current work. I began work as a medicinal chemist…
Professor of Bible and Religion View Keith’s profile >> What drew you to want to teach at Goshen College? I began teaching in the 1986-87 year, first as an adjunct professor in the communication and English departments. I had been a congregational pastor and was invited to teach several…
Associate Professor of Kinesiology View Val’s profile >> What drew you to want to teach at Goshen College? I grew up in the Mennonite Church and attended Mennonite colleges. I have a respect and appreciation for Mennonite higher education and learning. After I finished graduate school, I felt fortunate…
What drew you to want to teach at Goshen College? I was drawn to Goshen College’s commitment to international and intercultural studies, especially the mid- to long-term goal of making GC a Hispanic-serving institution. What do you love most about teaching GC students? The students want to learn, are very…
