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Volume 175: September 2015
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University of Valley Forge (UVF) Homecoming is Friday, October 23, 2015. Please join us for a day of fellowship and reunion! See a list of events.
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Thanking Those Who Give So Much
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The tireless efforts of the U.S. MAPS RV (Mission America Placement Service Recreational Vehicle) Volunteers and various church groups from the East Coast played an important part in numerous campus improvements this summer.
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New Faces, New Roles at UVF
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UVF welcomes 1999 alumnus and Associate Dean of Assessment and Registrar Troy Gearhart, Ph.D. In this new and expanded position in the Office of the Registrar, Gearhart's responsibilities will include institutional research and assessment of student learning.
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UVF is excited to introduce Patrick Hairston, Ed.D., the new Sports Management program director. Hairston brings his experience with various aspects of the sports industry - from recruiting talent to effectively communicating with athletes and coaches - and has a passion for teaching.
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As the semester continues, UVF's Department of Intercultural Studies settles in with its new department chair, Rev. David Kim '97.
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UVF welcomes back alumus and former men's basketball player, Mark Laird '00. Laird will serve as the new campus director and men's basketball assistant coach.
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UVF Assistant Professor Ken Lang accepted the Department of Behavioral Sciences chair position. He will continue to teach in the Criminal Justice program, as well as lead the department faculty and work to establish and meet department goals.
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Carrie Maurio '07, a former UVF admissions counselor, accepted a faculty position as the university's youth specialist.
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Missionary from Cambodia Rev. Troy Tabor arrived at UVF this fall to serve as the new missionary-in-residence.
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From the Pit to the Palace
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UVF alumna Rev. Miriam Rodriguez '02 was a substance abuser before God reached her heart and helped her conquer her harmful dependency. In 2008, she opened The Nehemiah Wall, Inc., a transitional home for women with life-controlling problems.
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UVF Athletics Summer in the Community
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This summer, UVF Athletics connected with student-athletes in the surrounding community by volunteering at a local school district basketball camp, a national organization's sports camp and a soccer camp for kids.
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Behind the Scenes at Creation
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For the third consecutive year, the UVF digital media team served as the official video and media production providers for Creation Festival 2015 Northeast. The UVF admissions team connected with thousands of prospective students and had their best year at the festival to date.
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Coach Mack Featured in NCCAA Magazine
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In the July issue of "The Pursuit," a National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) publication, Jon Mack, athletic director and head coach of the men's basketball team, was highlighted in the Coaches Corner. The article featured his accomplishments, along with how the NCCAA has made an impact on the program here at UVF. Coach Mack also shared how God has worked in and through the men's basketball team throughout his 15 years as a coach at UVF.
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A Chance to Support UVF Athletics
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The Patriots 5 Club provides an opportunity to sponsor the UVF Department of Athletics. As a member, you will pledge your commitment to the development of the athletics program at UVF while receiving valuable benefits. The mission of the club is to enhance the athletic program and student-athlete experience by providing growing resources, quality equipment, expanded facilities and other strategic opportunities in order to prepare individuals for a life of service and leadership in the church and in the world. Learn more at uvfpatriots.com.
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 We sincerely thank you for considering UVF as a recipient of your generosity. Your gift truly matters and inspires others to give. Your contribution will help UVF equip students to be leaders in the church and in the world through education and spiritual formation. You can read about giving opportunities at UVF by going to valleyforge.edu/give where you can make your donation online. Thank you for faithfully lifting up UVF in prayer. Your support, both spiritual and financial, will ensure that UVF's light will shine brightly for years to come.
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Shop for your Amazon purchases at www.smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to UVF. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know - same products, same prices and same service. Use your existing Amazon account at smile.amazon.com, enter University of Valley Forge as your charity, and start shopping. It's as easy as that! Prime members will still receive the same benefits. Shop while you donate at no cost to you. When you shop, Amazon gives!
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The Conference Center at Valley Forge
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The Conference Center at Valley Forge is an integral part of UVF, providing conference and overnight accommodations to individuals, organizations and churches in a beautiful setting. Priced at reasonable rates, this property is also available to visitors, students, faculty, staff and friends coming to the area for personal or college-related events such as open house, homecoming and commencement. Located four miles from the UVF campus, The Conference Center at Valley Forge offers exceptional customer service and amenities. All guest rooms include a private bath and can accommodate multiple people.
The grounds and facilities provide the perfect setting to meet, learn and collaborate in one of our nine meeting rooms. The property and its ballroom also serve as a scenic backdrop for weddings and other social functions. Team-building opportunities and group activities include a ropes course, zip line, pool, campfire hearth and game room. All catering and AV resources are available onsite.
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Make A Lasting Impact On UVF
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 Transform lives, reach your financial goals and make a lasting impact on UVF. Planned giving can make it happen. A variety of charitable options allow you to make a significant gift to UVF and reach future financial goals for you and your family. Options include: charitable remainder trust, endowment, charitable gift annuity and donor advised fund. For information on how your gift can benefit UVF, contact:Dr. Dan Mortensen Executive Vice President and Vice President of Development 610.917.1412 | dwmortensen@valleyforge.edu |
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Leadership Tools by Dr. Don Meyer
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McNaughton, Daniel. "Learning to Follow Jesus." Morning Joy Media, 2010.
What happens after a person says "yes" and becomes a Christian? What does it mean to follow Jesus? What is prayer? Where do I start in reading the Bible? What is discipleship? Dr. Daniel McNaughton has written an outstanding tool to enhance the spiritual journey of any earnest Christian pilgrim. With a mixture of personal anecdotes and practical applications, he builds clear and practical steps toward Christian maturity. Each chapter shares a scripture to memorize, spaces to write reflections, explanation and wisdom, and a prayer. I commend this book to you with highest recommendations to further your own faith journey, or to share with others.
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