Top Goshen College stories of 2020
2020 marked one of the most unusual years in Goshen College's 125 year history. The top stories of 2020 reflect new ways of learning, reasons for celebration, noteworthy achievements and more.
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Merry Christmas from Goshen College!
In this most unusual pandemic year, I want to thank you for being a light of love, joy, peace and hope for our students, for our community and for this beloved world! May you experience the light and hope of Christ this season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of…
Research used to work toward tree canopy goal
Aaron Sawatsky-Kingsley '97, Goshen’s urban forester, worked with 2020 alumnus Aidan Friesen to conduct research looking at projected climate change impacts to our urban forest.
GC in the top ten in multiple college rankings for 2020
Earlier this month, Washington Monthly magazine ranked Goshen College number one in Indiana and number five nationally among Bachelor’s Colleges in their 2020 annual college rankings, and the U.S. News & World Report ranked GC as seventh among the “Best Regional Colleges in the Midwest."
Sketch Monotony
These GC alumni have turned to their artistic side, processing their circumstances through illustrations, comics and photos.
91.1 The Globe in pandemic mode: a conversation with General Manager Jason Samuel
Nathan Pauls talks with Jason Samuel, 91.1 The Globe's general manager, to talk about how the station is dealing with COVID-19.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Jenae Stutzman ’20, Track & Field
"Jenae is a very strong long (long) distance athlete and was building up to run a half marathon this spring. Her quiet, humble way of working hard and encouraging others helped uplift her teammates."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Juan Perez ’20, Track & Field
"Juan was another athlete willing to do anything for his teammates," said head coach Rustin Nyce. "He fought with injuries and, instead of hanging his head, he used his passion in photography to create a visual map for all of his teammates to follow. When he was not injured, Juan put the same passion into his performances."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Donnae Lipinski ’20, Track & Field
"Our team really appreciated Donnae, because she was willing to try anything," said head coach Rustin Nyce. "During her first year in track, she placed 4th in the shot put but also ran a leg of the 4x100 meter relay. That's the type of person and athlete that she is. She was willing to put her teammates first. Donnae performed well in the field, but was even more so a top-level teammate."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Seth Weaver ’20, Track and Field
"Seth is an athlete," said head coach Rustin Nyce. "His strength is in middle distance, but he worked to build himself into a good all-around runner. He joined our team his junior year and we were glad to have him join. He threw himself into the training and showed a willingness to work. I am thankful that Seth joined and provided the leadership he did. Despite his lack of experience in distance running, Seth worked hard to lead our team and become a good runner."