Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, 2016

A Symposiumon Work and Vocation

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Welcome from Symposium Director Tom Oxenreider ... 3

Campus Map .................................................................. 4

Schedule of Events ........................................................ 5

Main Session Information .............................................. 6

Workshop #1 Information .............................................. 10

Workshop #2 Information ............................................. 12

Workshop #3 Information ............................................. 14

Workshop #4 Information ............................................. 16

Workshop #5 Information ............................................. 18

Special thanks to the Council for Independent Colleges and Lilly Endowment, Inc. for providing the grant which made this event possible.

Symposium Director – Tom Oxenreider

Booklet Design – Eric Hollandsworth

Booklet Editor – Adam Caress

Table of Contents

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Dear Montreat College students, faculty, staff, and guests, Welcome to Calling and Career Week: A Symposium on Work and Vocation. For a few days we will focus on calling and career. To guide our time, we will use the narrative of Scripture as the framework for understanding how each of our stories takes shape and has meaning. Through four main sessions we will hear the narrative of scripture—Creation, Fall, Redemption, Restoration—connected to God’s call on our lives. A call to be His people and a call to steward our gifts and abilities for His purposes.

We will welcome many guests to our campus. The guests have come at our invitation to expand our vision of work, life, the Gospel, of ourselves, and our possibilities. It is especially exciting to have many of our alumni return to campus to share their knowledge about career success and how to navigate the world of work faithfully. These guests have come to off er their knowledge and insights through a series of fi ve workshop sessions. There are more than 50 workshops being off ered by our guests, alumni, faculty, and staff during the symposium.

Montreat College seeks to produce graduates that are educated for responsible action, able to translate their faith to their everyday lives, and equipped for the world of work and advanced study. Graduates who have been through a process of, to quote our Mission Statement, preparation for calling and career.

So we encourage you to make the most of this opportunity. How? Pray that the Holy Spirit will inspire us to a vision of God’s call; pray for discernment and vision; pray that others will be inspired. Seek out answers to your questions. Make new connections with alumni, guests, faculty, and staff . Celebrate what God is doing!

Our goal—and our prayer—for these few days is that you will grow in a biblical understanding of calling and career, be inspired by the faithfulness of others, and identify practical steps toward work and study for God’s glory.

For Christ and His Kingdom,

Tom OxenreiderAssociate Dean for Calling and CareerMontreat College

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 31Main Session # 1: 7 to 8:30 p.m. (Graham Chapel)

Screening of the fi lm For the Life of the World: 9 p.m. (Morgan 110)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1Workshop #1: 9 to 10:15 a.m.Main Session # 2: 10:30 a.m. to Noon (Graham Chapel)Workshop #2: 1:30 to 2:45 p.m.Workshop #3: 3 to 4:15 p.m.Main Session #3: 7 to 8:30 p.m. (Graham Chapel)Concert Performance by Joy Ike: 9 p.m. (Gaither Fellowship Hall)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2Workshop #4: 9 to 10:15 a.m.Workshop #5: 10:30 to 11: 45 a.m.Main Session #4: 1:30 to 3p.m. (Graham Chapel)

Schedule of Events

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Katherine founded the Center for Faith & Work at Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City and served as executive director from 2002 to 2012. Some of her innovative programs include the intensive Gotham Fellows, an entrepreneurship initiative to start new gospel-centered ventures, arts ministries, vocation groups, lecture series and conferences. The center’s mission is to equip, connect, and mobilize the church to fully apply the gospel to their work lives and become agents of renewal within their institutions and professions. Currently, as a senior fellow with Redeemer City to City, she is launching and directing the New City Fellows program in Raleigh, N.C. From 1976-2002, Katherine served in leadership roles in the technology industry in California, Luxembourg, and New York. She was CEO of the online management education company Pensare, the hardware/software products company One Touch Systems, and the satellite services company Private Satellite Network. She earned her MBA at the University of Virginia’s Darden School. She serves on the boards of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Fellowship of the Performing Arts, the Theology of Work project, and the Castle Village Owners Corporation. In 2012, Christianity Today named Katherine one of their “50 Women You Should Know.” Katherine assisted Tim Keller in the writing of Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God’s Work. She and her husband reside in New York City and Raleigh N.C.

Main Session #1Monday, Oct 31, 7 p.m. | Graham Chapel (Overfl ow in Chapel of the Prodigal)

“MADE TO WORK: AND IT WAS GOOD” THEME: CREATION

KATHERINE LEARY ALSDORFSenior Fellow at Redeemer City to City, New York, NY, and Director of New City Fellows, Raleigh, NC

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Main Session #2 Tuesday, Nov. 1, 10:30 a.m. | Graham Chapel (Overfl ow in Chapel of the Prodigal)

Additional Main Session Performers:“ACTS OF RENEWAL”

Dr. Jim Shores and Carol Anderson Shores perform funny, moving, and powerful theatre under the name Acts of Renewal. As speakers, they’ve presented at over 60 colleges and universities in the CCCU. Jim and Carol off er a style of entertainment-education that students have responded to in packed-out auditoriums and

late-night talk sessions across the country. Their performances have also illustrated the talks of speakers like J.I. Packer, John Eldridge, Gary Thomas, Dan Allender, and more. Their work on marriage and relationship issues has made them repeat performers for the Familylife arena events, and they have led marriage events nationwide. Jim has a Ph.D. in communication from Regent University and a master’s in environmental science from UNC Chapel Hill. Carol has a master’s in acting from UNC-Chapel Hill and a bachelor’s in biblical studies from Barrington College. Her one-woman show “A Size 7 Forever” on the subject of eating disorders has aired on PBS. She has also performed it at Harvard and many colleges and universities across the country.

“THAT ESCALATED QUICKLY” THEME: THE FALLEvan is a writer, actor, and producer. Perhaps best known for the viral video sensation “Church Appropriate Dance Moves,” Evan was also a co-writer and host of For the Life of the World: Letters to the Exiles. He penned the acclaimed hospice documentary Except for Six, a fi lm Ken Burns called “heart-felt and important.” He’s written for both the corporate and commercial world, as well as the episodic television series Exploring Kaman. As an actor, he’s worked opposite the legendary Christopher Lloyd in the fi lm Pirate’s Code: The Adventures of Mickey Matson. His latest fi lm, Camp Manna, a summer camp movie starring Gary Busey, is set to release this summer.

Evan KoonsWriter, Actor, and Producer, Grand Rapids, MI

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Special Concert Performance by

JOY IKE Tuesday, Nov. 1, 9 p.m.Gaither Fellowship Hall

Joy Ike loves college students, and she is also passionate about the intersection of faith and culture, the call to create art with integrity and excellence, and connecting with others through her music. As an artist who has been compared to the likes of Sara Bareilles, Norah Jones, and Regina Spektor, her honest, bittersweet songwriting has earned her the chance to open for a number of national touring acts including Deas Vail, Tyrone Wells, Butterfly Boucher, Cody Chestnutt, and more. Her music is heavily influenced by artists such as Sara Groves, Death Cab for Cutie, Brooke Waggoner, and Aqualung, and blends elements of pop, folk, and soul. Joy’s music has turned up on Relevant magazine’s The Drop, and various NPR affiliates in the Northeast. When she’s not on the road touring college campuses during the school year, Joy enjoys meaningful one-on-one conversations at small coffee shops, cooking, Marvel movies, and being an unapologetic introvert.

“MAKING PEACE WITH PROXIMATE JUSTICE, AND MORE” THEME: REDEMPTION

Main Session #3 Tuesday, Nov. 1, 7 p.m. | Graham Chapel (Overfl ow in Chapel of the Prodigal)

The principal and founder of The Washington Institute, Steven Garber is a teacher of many people in many places, focusing on the meaning of vocation for the common good. For many years on the faculty of the American Studies Program in Washington, DC, he has studied the intersection of popular culture with political culture for much of his life. Steven is a consultant to businesses, foundations, and educational institutions, including the Murdock Trust, the Lilly Endowment, the Wedgwood Circle, the Demdaco Corporation, and Mars, Inc. His most recent book, Visions of Vocation: Common Grace for the Common Good, was published in February 2014. A native of the great valleys of Colorado and California, he and his wife, Meg, have fi ve adult children whose lives have taken them all over the world.

STEVEN GARBERFounder and Principal of the Washington Institute for Faith, Vocation, & Culture, Washington, DC

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chance to open for a number of national touring acts including Deas Vail, Tyrone Wells, Butterfly Boucher, Cody Chestnutt, and more. Her music is heavily influenced by artists such as Sara Groves, Death Cab for Cutie, Brooke Waggoner, and Aqualung, and blends

magazine’s The Drop, and various NPR affiliates in the Northeast. When she’s not on the road touring college campuses during the school year, Joy enjoys meaningful one-on-one conversations at small coffee shops, cooking, Marvel movies, and being an unapologetic introvert.

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“THE REST OF THE STORY: RUNNING WITH JOY INTO GOD’S PROMISE OF RESTORATION” THEME: RESTORATIONFor nearly 30 years, Byron and his wife Beth have owned and operated Hearts & Minds, a bookstore in Dallastown, PA. In the late 1970s, Byron served with the Pittsburgh-based Coalition for Christian Outreach (CCO) doing campus ministry and helping to develop their legendary Jubilee conference for college students. He briefly worked as a social justice activist with the Thomas Merton Center. He blogs about books at www.heartsandmindsbooks.com to help customers remain grounded in the Gospel while learning more about work, calling, public life, and cultural renewal.

BYRON BORGEROwner of Hearts and Minds Bookstore, Dallastown, PA

Main Session #4Wednesday, Nov. 2, 1:30 p.m. | Graham Chapel (Overfl ow in Chapel of the Prodigal)

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“GLIMPSES OF GOD IN YOUR WORK”Katherine Leary Alsdorf, Senior Fellow at Redeemer City to City and Director of New City FellowsThis is an interactive workshop that helps participants reflect on how God has been at work in their lives thus far and how he’s shaping us for our current and future work. The goal is to develop eyes to see more clearly and recognize God’s work in and around us, and point to his promise of the new heaven and the new earth.BELK 304

“LIFE AFTER COLLEGE”Erica Young Reitz, Director of Senior EXIT for the Council for Christian Outreach and Calvary ChurchThe transition from college to the next phase is arguably one of the most difficult you will make up to this point in your life. Ground yourself with proper perspective, realistic expectations, and God’s purposes for the journey ahead. Find out the top issues post-graduates face and how you can best prepare to live as faithful Christ-followers in the “real world.”LIBRARY, 1ST LEVEL

“WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH YOUR BIBLE DEGREE?”Kevin Emmert, Developmental Editor for Moody PublishersIn this workshop, Kevin Emmert will discuss his occupational journey as a Bible degree graduate from Montreat College. Directed toward Bible and Religion students, this session will explore the vocational opportunities available to Bible graduates and how to further prepare for God’s calling on your life.MCGOWAN 117/118

“VOCATION AND CALLING: NOT SUCH A MYSTERY AFTER ALL...”Lisa Foose, Consultant at Development Dimensions Intl.Inviting participants to consider both a biblical framework and their own histories in discerning God’s plan for our lives both in and beyond our college years, Lisa brings 25 years of training and development into a highly participatory workshop.LIBRARY 106

“THE VALUE PROPOSITION: CRAFTING A CAREER PATH OF SIGNIFICANCE FOR EMPLOYEE AND EMPLOYER”Chris Maslin, Director of Staffing & Training at the Biltmore Center for Professional DevelopmentThis interactive workshop focuses on the seldom-discussed value proposition that exists between employee and employer. When an employer makes an investment in an employee, they expect a return on this commitment of time, money, and energy. The way a job candidate positions him/herself and directly answers this question matters. This workshop will help participants understand and articulate the critical success factors involved in crafting a career path that brings significant value to both parties, including how to break through the noise and establish your role as a leading candidate for the intended position; explain the distinct value and competitive advantage you bring to the organization; and brand yourself as vital member of the team that inspires others, collaborates well, and lives out of your core values.BELK 306

Workshop #1Tuesday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m.

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“INTERNSHIPS AS CAREEREXPLORATION PROCESS”Hub Powell, Associate Professor of Business at Montreat CollegeValuable experience is gained through an internship. In addition to the direct experience gained in your desired fi eld, the internship serves as a means to further explore your future planned career and to discern whether it is the right fi eld for you. During this session you will hear from current Montreat College students about their internship experience.MORGAN 110

“HAVE A VISION AND A POSITIVE IMPACT? YES!”Bill Gandy, Recruiter for the International Schools ConsortiumThere is great need for Christian teachers in the world today. Will you choose to sign on with a company like International Schools Consortium and move overseas to combine your education career with missions? God calls and we choose to take action. Join us, gather information, and hear stories of how God engages teachers to advance His kingdom in China and the UAE. Discuss important topics like: Where will I live? What about the language? Is it hard? What are the costs? What’s it like? What’s there to do?BELK 219

“DOES WORSHIP INFORM VOCATION?”Timothy Wilds, Director of Montreat College’s Worship Arts ProgramWhat informs one’s sense of calling and purpose? In particular, what shapes a Christian view of vocation? Is there a context which molds our defi nitions of work and calling and purpose? This workshop will be a conversation about how the way one worships directly infl uences one’s view of vocation.GAITHER 27

“THE ENGLISH MAJOR AND THE CALL TO TEACH”Corrie Greene, Adjunct Professor of English at Montreat CollegeWith her Montreat College bachelor’s in English, Corrie Greene taught in a Montessori School. Currently she is a part-time English instructor. She will explain her further journey through a master’s degree and into a doctoral program in English. Professor Don King will interview Corrie.BELK 305

“WHAT ARE YOU MADE FOR?”David Taylor, Dean of Spiritual Formation and Chaplain at Montreat CollegeVocation is rooted in being made in the image of God. The story of God’s redemption (Creation-Fall-Redemption-Consummation) provides the paradigm for how to live out of the fundamental purpose of human existence and into a fl ourishing life. A life lived into God’s story points everything to our heavenly home.MCALISTER 3

“PSYCHOLOGY AND SPIRITUAL FORMATION”Brad Faircloth, Chair of Psychology and Human Services Department at Montreat CollegeThe intention of this workshop is to provide a forum for discussing areas of overlap between the fi eld of psychology and spiritual formation. Special emphasis will also be given to topics related to vocation and calling. Participants in this workshop can expect to gain knowledge and awareness of the wide array of professional opportunities available to psychology majors. In addition, participants can expect to learn about how psychological theory and practice inform and support the spiritual formation of individuals.MORGAN 208

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“CULTURE IS ALWAYS UPSTREAM FROM POLITICS... AND WHY THE WORLD IS THE WAY IT IS.”Steven Garber, Founder and Principal of the Washington Institute for Faith, Vocation, & CultureThe world is the way it is for a thousand reasons, all complex. But this is always true: the culture is upstream from politics. What happens in the Washington DC’s of the world happens in the Ashevilles and Nashvilles first. In particular, it is the storytellers and songwriters of society that shape the hearts and minds of a people. Why is that? What does it mean? And what of this for students at Montreat, learning to learn about the world, discovering the integral connection between education and vocation?MCGOWAN 117/118

“ESCALATORS, BABY WIPES, AND UNRULY MONKEYS: LESSONS FROM A CAREER IN FILM AND VIDEO”Evan Koons, Writer, Actor, and ProducerWhat does a career in film and video look like? How does faith form and inform a life in the arts? Does Evan really live in the farmhouse in “For the Life of the World?” Join Evan Koons as he shares the highs and the lows, the wonders and the chaos of being a writer and actor. He’ll talk about the anxiety, the doubt, and the procrastination. He’ll also talk about

“For the Life of the World: Letters to the Exiles.” You will laugh, you might cry, you will take notes.BELK 304

“LIFE AFTER COLLEGE”Erica Young Reitz, Director of Senior EXIT for the Council for Christian Outreach and Calvary ChurchThe transition from college to the next phase is arguably one of the most difficult you will make up to this point in your life. Ground yourself with proper perspective, realistic expectations, and God’s purposes for the journey ahead. Find out the top issues post-graduates face and how you can best prepare to live as faithful Christ-followers in the “real world.”LIBRARY, 1ST LEVEL

“HOW TO STAY EMPLOYED”Jim and Carol Shores, Acts of RenewalFrom interviews and internships to getting the job, from keeping the job to building a reputation, what are the do’s and don’ts that leave you behind or set you ahead in the workplace? You may be surprised. Dr. Jim and Carol Shores use theatre and audience interaction in a session that is both funny and illuminating. MORGAN 110

“SNOWDEN, GOOGLE, FACEBOOK: OPPORTUNITIES TO GUIDE DATA USERS IN KEEPING SECRETS AND BUILDING TRUST.”Campbell Tucker, Director of the Privacy Office of Novant HealthThis workshop will discuss opportunities in the privacy field, how the discipline has evolved, and where to expect it to grow.BELK 305

“ATHLETIC CAREERS: GET IN THE GAME”Jose Larios, Athletic Director at Montreat CollegeCourtney Nash, Head Women’s Soccer Coach/Assistant Athletic Director at Montreat CollegeMeghan Austin, Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Montreat CollegeJason Beck, Head Baseball Coach at Montreat CollegeBrenton Benware, Men’s Soccer Coach at Montreat CollegeWill McMinn, Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach at Montreat CollegeJohn Sullivan, Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach at Montreat CollegeThe global athletic industry is thriving and is here to stay. Want to get in the game? Come listen to a panel of Montreat College coaches and administrators discuss a variety of athletic careers, how they got started, and helpful insight for those eager to pursue a career in athletics.BELK 306

Workshop #2Tuesday, Nov. 1, 1:30 p.m.

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“LIVING AS A MISSIONARY IN OUR PUBLIC SCHOOLS/TEACHING THE NEXT GENERATION”Caroline Clark, 5th Grade Teacher, Black Mountain Elementary SchoolHow does God use teachers in the lives of our children? Can Christian teachers truly be Christ for their public school students? We will discuss current problems children face and how teachers can eff ectively support and grow children mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. We will also discuss ways to integrate your faith in all school settings.LIBRARY 106

“ENGLISH MAJOR TO ADULT EDUCATION LEADER”Rebecca Loli, Coordinator of Instruction in the Department of Transitional Studies at A-B TechRebecca Loli has used her English degree from Montreat College for the last decade in the Asheville area, working in human resources and non-profi t program management. She earned a master’s from Western Carolina in 2010 and serves as Instructional Coordinator for A-B Tech’s Transitional Studies Department. Social work instructor Wilma Gray will interview Rebecca about her career path.BELK 219

“CREATING AGAINST THE STREAM: A LIFE IN MUSIC”Kevin Auman, Assistant Professor of Music at Montreat CollegeIs compromise required for a career in mainstream music? How can you live faithfully in a world with so many contradictory values? Join this session for an inside view and conversation where honest questions are welcome.GAITHER 27

“HOW HISTORY CAN PREPARE YOU FOR A LIFE OF SERVICE”Lisa Toland, Associate Professor of History at Montreat CollegeThis history-based workshop will explore how the study of the past makes us more compassionate human beings and how this trait can help you be better in whatever future profession you choose. Montreat history professors and alumni will discuss how understanding historical context provides students with a series of tools that are transferable to working arenas such as the ministry, secondary education teaching, or many other service-based career fi elds. We will hear from some Montreat history alumni about their successes and challenges post-graduation.MORGAN 208

“THE LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR: HELPING PEOPLE DISCOVER WHOLENESS AND OBTAIN GOOD MENTAL HEALTH”Dr. John-Nelson Pope, Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at Montreat CollegeCounseling has been described as a “professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals.” If you are someone who has a fervent desire to help people work through life’s challenges, then you may be called to become a licensed counselor. Counselors work with people of all ages and backgrounds: children, teens, adults and older populations. Counselors work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Counselors may want to work in specifi c settings, such as K-12 schools or college campuses; while others prefer to work in a community setting such as a mental health center or private practice setting. Most importantly, counselors are loving, giving, and emphatic people who are willing to commit to help all people in need, regardless of their backgrounds. Attendees will be learn about what personality attributes contribute to an eff ective counselor, educational and licensing requirements, and career specialization.MCALISTER 3

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“ON BEING A LIFE-LONG LEARNER: USING BOOKS AS TOOLS FOR DISCERNING CHRISTIAN VOCATION”Byron Borger, Owner of Hearts and Minds BookstoreOur resident bookseller will offer an energetic plea for taking the life of the mind seriously, reading widely as a spiritual discipline, and coming to realize how books can help us with a wide-as-life, culturally-relevant sort of discipleship. With inspiring stories from history and his own life, and plenty of biblical insight, we will be inspired to “think Christianly” about all of life, especially as we discern our vocational callings and prepare to serve God in our careers and workplaces.MORGAN 110

“RESIDENCE LIFE IN THE REAL WORLD”Lyndsey Wall, Assistant Dean for Residence Life at Montreat CollegeSamantha Covington, Rehab Technician at Mission HospitalResidence life helps to prepare students for their career after college. Equipping student staff to navigate time management, how to have professional conversations, and how to appropriately handle conflict are a few skills learned on the job.MORGAN 110

“ENGLISH MAJOR TO ADULT EDUCATION LEADER”Rebecca Loli, Coordinator of Instruction in the Department of Transitional Studies at A-B TechRebecca Loli has used her English degree from Montreat College for the last decade in the Asheville area, working in human resources and non-profit program management. She earned a master’s from Western Carolina in 2010 and serves as Instructional Coordinator for A-B Tech’s Transitional Studies Department. Social work instructor Wilma Gray will interview her about her career path.BELK 219

“LIVING AS A MISSIONARY IN OUR PUBLIC SCHOOLS/TEACHING THE NEXT GENERATION”Caroline Clark, 5th Grade Teacher, Black Mountain Elementary SchoolHow does God use teachers in the lives of our children? Can Christian teachers truly be Christ for their public school students? We will discuss current problems children face and how teachers can effectively support and grow children mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. We will also discuss ways to integrate your faith in all school settings.LIBRARY 106

“THE VALUE PROPOSITION: CRAFTING A CAREER PATH OF SIGNIFICANCE FOR EMPLOYEE AND EMPLOYER”Chris Maslin, Director of Staffing & Training at the Biltmore Center for Professional DevelopmentThis interactive workshop focuses on the seldom-discussed value proposition that exists between employee and employer. When an employer makes an investment in an employee, they expect a return on this commitment of time, money, and energy. The way a job candidate positions him/herself and directly answers this question matters. This workshop will help participants understand and articulate the critical success factors involved in crafting a career path that brings significant value to both parties, including how to break through the noise and establish your role as a leading candidate for the intended position; explain the distinct value and competitive advantage you bring to the organization; and brand yourself as vital member of the team that inspires others, collaborates well, and lives out of your core values.BELK 306

Workshop #3Tuesday, Nov. 1, 3 p.m.

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“WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH YOUR BIBLE DEGREE?”Kevin Emmert, Developmental Editor for Moody PublishersIn this workshop, Kevin Emmert will discuss his occupational journey as a Bible degree graduate from Montreat College. Directed toward Bible and Religion students, this session will explore the vocational opportunities available to Bible graduates and how to further prepare for God’s calling on your life.MCGOWAN 117/118

“THE MACEDONIAN CALL: PRESENTING CHRIST CROSS-CULTURALLY”George Foose, President at Equip InternationalJohn E. Ellington, Adjunct Professor of Cross-Cultural and Biblical Studies at Montreat CollegeGod’s call to some people involves leaving their own home and family, learning a new language and moving into a very diff erent culture. This workshop will consider the factors involved in determining whether or not this is God’s desire for a particular individual or family. Cross-cultural ministry is not limited to preaching and teaching. Any skill a person acquires may be used by God in another cultural setting.GAITHER 27

“WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? PRINCIPLES OF VOCATIONAL DISCERNMENT”Cliff ord Cartwright, Director of Recruiting and Partnership Coordinator at the Coalition for Christian OutreachGod gives us a very diff erent pathway than current practices in helping us discover the work that He has for us as co-laborers in the redemption and reconciliation of His creation through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In this workshop, participants will receive both a biblical foundation and practical steps in the vocational discernment process.BELK 304

“CAREER COUNSELING: ORIGINS TO ACTION”Jessica Langston, Coordinator of Career & Academic Success at Montreat CollegeTake a brief walk through the history of career counseling, the evolution of career choice theory, and resources that are available today to help workers navigate the changing market. Attendees will have a chance to explore some of their own career interests, values, and opportunities.LIBRARY, 1ST LEVEL

“THE LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR: HELPING PEOPLE DISCOVER WHOLENESS AND OBTAIN GOOD MENTAL HEALTH”Dr. John-Nelson Pope, Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at Montreat CollegeCounseling has been described as a “professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals.” If you are someone who has a fervent desire to help people work through life’s challenges, then you may be called to become a licensed counselor. Counselors work with people of all ages and backgrounds: children, teens, adults and older populations. Counselors work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Counselors may want to work in specifi c settings, such as K-12 schools or college campuses; while others prefer to work in a community setting such as a mental health center or private practice setting. Most importantly, counselors are loving, giving, and emphatic people who are willing to commit to help all people in need, regardless of their backgrounds. Attendees will be learn about what personality attributes contribute to an eff ective counselor, educational and licensing requirements, and career specialization.MCALISTER 3

“STORIES AND EXPERIENCES FROM THE FIELD”Alumni from Montreat College’s Psychology and Human Services and Clinical MentalHealth ProgramsThis panel discussion will highlight the work experiences of Psychology and Human Services and Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduates of Montreat College. The panel will focus on their experiences working in the fi eld of psychology and human services, with special emphasis on the ways in which their vocation and calling were discovered while being a student at Montreat College.MORGAN 208

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“CULTURE IS ALWAYS UPSTREAM FROM POLITICS... AND WHY THE WORLD IS THE WAY IT IS.”Steven Garber, Founder and Principal of the Washington Institute for Faith, Vocation, & CultureThe world is the way it is for a thousand reasons, all complex. But this is always true: the culture is upstream from politics. What happens in the Washington DC’s of the world happens in the Ashevilles and Nashvilles first. In particular, it is the storytellers and songwriters of society that shape the hearts and minds of a people. Why is that? What does it mean? And what of this for students at Montreat, learning to learn about the world, discovering the integral connection between education and vocation?MCGOWAN 117/118

“ON BEING A LIFE-LONG LEARNER: USING BOOKS AS TOOLS FOR DISCERNING CHRISTIAN VOCATION”Byron Borger, Owner of Hearts and Minds BookstoreOur resident bookseller will offer an energetic plea for taking the life of the mind seriously, reading widely as a spiritual discipline, and coming to realize how books can help us with a wide-as-life, culturally-relevant sort of discipleship. With inspiring stories from history and his own life, and plenty of biblical insight, we will be inspired to “think Christianly” about all of life, especially as we discern our vocational callings and prepare to serve God in our careers and workplaces.BELK 304

“VOCATION AND CALLING: NOT SUCH A MYSTERY AFTER ALL...”Lisa Foose, Consultant at Development Dimensions Intl.Inviting participants to consider both a biblical framework and their own histories in discerning God’s plan for our lives both in and beyond our college years, Lisa brings 25 years of training and development into a highly participatory workshop.LIBRARY 106

“FIGHTING FOR A LIVING, LIFE AFTER MONTREAT.”Timothy J. Tyson, Law Firm of Timothy J. TysonWho knew a suit was what you wore to a fight? Does the idea of arguing the finer points of a misplaced comma appeal to you? Just kidding, I haven’t done that, yet. Life after college can be... bumpy. What are you going to do?MCALISTER 3

“HOW TO STAY EMPLOYED”Jim and Carol Shores, Acts of RenewalFrom interviews and internships to getting the job, from keeping the job to building a reputation, what are the do’s and don’ts that leave you behind or set you ahead in the workplace? You may be surprised. Dr. Jim and Carol Shores use theatre and audience interaction in a session that is both funny and illuminating. MORGAN 110

“HAVE A VISION AND A POSITIVE IMPACT? YES!”Bill Gandy, Recruiter for the International Schools ConsortiumThere is great need for Christian teachers in the world today. Will you choose to sign on with a company like International Schools Consortium and move overseas to combine your education career with missions? God calls and we choose to take action. Join us, gather information, and hear stories of how God engages teachers to advance His kingdom in China and the UAE. Discuss important topics like: Where will I live? What about the language? Is it hard? What are the costs? What’s it like? What’s there to do?BELK 219

Workshop #4Wednesday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m.

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““DOES WORSHIP INFORM VOCATION?”Timothy Wilds, Director of Montreat College’s Worship Arts ProgramWhat informs one’s sense of calling and purpose? In particular, what shapes a Christian view of vocation? Is there a context which molds our defi nitions of work and calling and purpose? This workshop will be a conversation about how the way one worships directly infl uences one’s view of vocation.GAITHER 27

“CAREER COUNSELING: ORIGINS TO ACTION”Jessica Langston, Coordinator of Career & Academic Success at Montreat CollegeTake a brief walk through the history of career counseling, the evolution of career choice theory, and resources that are available today to help workers navigate the changing market. Attendees will have a chance to explore some of their own career interests, values, and opportunities.LIBRARY, 1ST LEVEL

“THE ENGLISH MAJOR AND THE CALL TO TEACH”Corrie Greene, Adjunct Professor of English at Montreat CollegeWith her Montreat College bachelor’s in English, Corrie Greene taught in a Montessori School. Currently she is a part-time English instructor. She will explain her further journey through a master’s degree and into a doctoral program in English. Professor Don King will interview Corrie.BELK 305

“PSYCHOLOGY AND SPIRITUAL FORMATION”Brad Faircloth, Chair of Psychology and Human Services Department at Montreat CollegeThe intention of this workshop is to provide a forum for discussing areas of overlap between the fi eld of psychology and spiritual formation. Special emphasis will also be given to topics related to vocation and calling. Participants in this workshop can expect to gain knowledge and awareness of the wide array of professional opportunities available to psychology majors. In addition, participants can expect to learn about how psychological theory and practice inform and support the spiritual formation of individuals.MORGAN 208

“MASTER YOUR FUTURE PLANS: A 360-DEGREE VIEW OF GRADUATE SCHOOL”Susan DeWoody, Vice President & Dean for the School of Adult and Graduate Studies at Montreat CollegeIs graduate school my next step? How do I begin the process? Is it right for me? Am I ready? How will I aff ord it? The answer to these questions and many more will be discussed in this graduate school workshop. Learn more about the process of searching and applying for graduate programs and determining if graduate school might be the next step for you. This workshop is off ered by the School of Adult and Graduate Studies at Montreat College.BELK 306

“MY PERSONAL JOURNEY TO HEARING GOD’S CALL: EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SCRIPTURE, AND HOLY SPIRIT”John Rogers, Director of the Team and Leadership Center at Montreat CollegeThis workshop will disclose my personal journey to hearing from God about career and marriage, and identifying hidden threads that were there all along! Including principles that apply to anyone. Including some active fun.BELK LOWER LOBBY

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“MAKING MUSIC TO THE GLORY OF GOD”Joy Ike, Musician and Recording ArtistWhat does it look like to make music to the glory of God in a culture of three-minute radio-friendly pop songs? In a Kiss-FM world, new songs rise to instant popularity overnight and disappear just as quickly. In a K-LOVE world, songs often stay vague, shallow, and devoid of true authenticity. In this workshop, Joy shares a bit of her journey in music-making as a daughter of Nigerian immigrants, a publicist, an untrained musician, and as someone who wrestles to find connections between the sacred and secular while navigating the art world through a Christian worldview. Joy will also discusses the Christian’s obligation to excellence in art for the glory of God and for the souls of man.MORGAN 110

“CHRISTIAN PUBLISHING: A WAY TO SERVE CHRIST AND OTHERS —AND HAVE FUN”Kevin Emmert, Developmental Editor for Moody PublishersIn this workshop, we will discuss the nature of Christian publishing and how to serve Christ and his kingdom by developing resources for the church. Montreat College alumnus Kevin Emmert will talk about his experiences in journalism and book publishing, and how his Christian education prepared him for his career.MCGOWAN 117/118

“CRACKING THE CODE ON A CYBERSECURITY CAREER”Robert Kandra, Special Instructor with USN/NSW SEALs, Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice, Mars Hill UniversityThe Session will focus on recent developments in the cybersecurity field, which have opened a number of new and exciting career options for graduates with these skills. We will explore the private sector, government, and independent business options - detailing the challenges and rewards for each. From his career in both CIA and FBI, the speaker will be sharing personal career experiences to give a unique insider perspective into the growing U.S. cybersecurity community.BELK 305

“THE MACEDONIAN CALL: PRESENTING CHRIST CROSS CULTURALLY”George Foose, President at Equip InternationalJohn E. Ellington, Adjunct Professor of Cross-Cultural and Biblical Studies at Montreat CollegeGod’s call to some people involves leaving their own home and family, learning a new language and moving into a very different culture. This workshop will consider the factors involved in determining whether or not this is God’s desire for a particular individual or family. Cross-cultural ministry is not limited to preaching and teaching. Any skill a person acquires may be used by God in another cultural setting.GAITHER 27

“WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? PRINCIPLES OF VOCATIONAL DISCERNMENT”Clifford Cartwright, Director of Recruiting and Partnership Coordinator at the Coalition for Christian OutreachGod gives us a very different pathway than current practices in helping us discover the work that He has for us as co-laborers in the redemption and reconciliation of His creation through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In this workshop, participants will receive both a biblical foundation and practical steps in the vocational discernment process.BELK 304

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“SO, YOU WANT TO BE A RANGER?”Dottie Shuman, Professor of Outdoor and Environmental Education at Montreat CollegeClay Hanna (via Skype), Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Supervisor for Grand Teton National ParkThis workshop will focus on how to get a ranger job with the federal or state park system from the perspective of two former students who have been working in the fi eld for a while. They will each describe their journey to where they are today and then explain the process of how to prepare and apply for the job you want.MCALISTER 3

“HOW HISTORY CAN PREPARE YOU FOR A LIFE OF SERVICE”Lisa Toland, Associate Professor of History at Montreat CollegeThis history-based workshop will explore how the study of the past makes us more compassionate human beings and how this trait can help you be better in whatever future profession you choose. Montreat history professors and alumni will discuss how understanding historical context provides students with a series of tools that are transferable to working arenas such as the ministry, secondary education teaching, or many other service-based career fi elds. We will hear from some Montreat history alumni about their successes and challenges post-graduation.LIBRARY 106

“WHAT ARE YOU MADE FOR?”David Taylor, Dean of Spiritual Formation and Chaplain at Montreat CollegeVocation is rooted in being made in the image of God. The story of God’s redemption (Creation-Fall-Redemption-Consummation) provides the paradigm for how to live out of the fundamental purpose of human existence and into a fl ourishing life. A life lived into God’s story points everything to our heavenly home.LIBRARY 1ST LEVEL

“PROFESSIONAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN THE UNDERGRADUATE BIOLOGY STUDENT AS PREPARATION FOR NEXT STEPS”Mark Lassiter, Professor of Biology and Environmental Studies at Montreat CollegeProfessionals in the fi eld of biology will share about how the undergraduate student can develop skills necessary to prepare for the next steps in their collegiate and professional careers. Those on the panel will be professionals in the fi eld, admissions representatives from medical and graduate programs, current biology seniors, and alumni.MORGAN 208

“ATTENTION: DATA ANALYSISIN PROGRESS”Robby Webb, Instructor of Mathematics at Montreat CollegeKeith Miller, Real Estate and Land Records Manager for Buncombe CountyThe primary objective of this workshop is to convey the importance of developing strong skills in the area of quantitative literacy. Through numerous examples from the business community, students will be encouraged and motivated to become better interpreters of the data that inundates their daily lives. Specifi c emphasis will be placed on numerical and graphical interpretations of data.BELK 305

“THE CALL TO COMMUNITY: CALLING AND CAREER IN HUMAN SERVICES”Wilma Ann Gray, Adjunct Instructor for Psychology and Human Services at Montreat CollegeThis workshop will help students in the exploration of their spiritual journey and calling, as well as career inclinations as personal traits and interests. Career clusters in human services will be considered, and students will be encouraged think about how they might fi t various career options in the human services area. Group activities will help to facilitate the process.BELK 219

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