Maranatha students who entered the gymnasium for chapel at the conclusion of spring break were surprised to discover that the west wall had been painted tan and the stage had a new decorative oak frame. It was a big project that had resulted in a big improvement. “Before, it was just a hole in the [Continue Reading...]
See Graduation photo galleries here John Davis asked the Class of 2012 to consider the most important lesson they have learned at Maranatha, then speculated as to their answers. Nursing students, Davis guessed, might say performing an emergency tracheotomy; for teacher education majors, classroom management; for business majors, investment strategies; for biblical studies majors, proper [Continue Reading...]
Athletic Facilities Manager Larry Carlson’s primary work responsibilities—setting up folding chairs, ironing uniforms, maintaining playing fields and the gym floors—haven’t exactly helped land him in the spotlight. But whatever the job, Carlson did it for the Lord. “To me, it’s (my) part in the puzzle, and it takes a lot of people to make a [Continue Reading...]
Sometimes, God has to hit people upside the head to get their attention. Keith Salscheider counts himself among them. “My pro career ended when I got two concussions about 4 ½ months apart from getting hit in the head by elbows,” Maranatha’s new men’s basketball coach said. “That was a pretty clear indication God was [Continue Reading...]
As she prepares to retire after this semester, Barbara Hershberger reflects on the many books she has acquired. “I love all my courses—especially my literacy classes,” Hershberger says. “And how can you teach literacy without books?” Hershberger, currently part-time faculty, teaches four literacy courses. Her favorite is Children’s Literature. “My favorite children’s book is Johnny [Continue Reading...]
See photos of Dr. Hershberger through the years on our Facebook page The most pressing item on Dr. David Hershberger’s retirement agenda is what to do first. “I have a pretty broad range of hobbies,” Maranatha’s veteran Registrar admitted. Perhaps he’ll build custom furniture. Perhaps he’ll add to his collection of hundreds of history books. [Continue Reading...]
Maranatha musicians attend, perform, and critique performances at weekly instrument-specific repertoire classes. Maranatha’s repertoire classes typically include performing in master classes given by area professionals, attending open rehearsals for the Madison symphony, attending chamber music concerts, having discussions after viewing historic performances, and sightreading literature. Watch as adjunct instructor, Mr. Lewis Rosove, coaches Micah Lancaster [Continue Reading...]
Listen to Audio Clips: Purchase your CD online today. Under the direction of Dr. David Brown, Maranatha’s Madrigal Choir released a new CD, “There is a Fountain.” The songs on the CD include Hold On! (Garrett), All Glory, Laud and Honor (Courtney), Beautiful Savior (Christiansen/Wycisk), O Clap your Hands (Rutter), There is a Fountain (Forrest), [Continue Reading...]
We now have a facebook page for Maranatha’s graduates with music majors and minors to reconnect and stay in touch. Maranatha music faculty would love to frequently interact with graduates. Please join the group! “Maranatha Music Grads Reconnect” Facebook Page