<?xml version="1.0" encoding="ISO-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Providence Seminary</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/rss</link><description>Top Stories</description><language>en-us</language><copyright>© 2012 Providence</copyright><pubDate>Sun, 5 Feb 2012 1:50:21 CST</pubDate><ttl>10</ttl><image><title>http://www.providenceseminary.ca</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/rss</link><url>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/rss/seminary.gif</url><width>218</width><height>55</height><description>CCMBC Media</description></image><item><title>Providence Alumna Awarded Peace Medal by Winnipeg YMCA-YWCA</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=463</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
                                                    Bre Woligroski            Last Night, January 30, 2012, the YMCA-YWCA awarded Bre Woligroski (M.A., 2005) the 2011 Peace Medal, in recognition of her exemplary contribution to areas of social justice and gender equality.The following is from the Winnipeg free Press:THE YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg has awarded Bre Woligroski the 2011 Peace Medal, recognizing her dedicated work in areas of social justice and gender equality.Woligroski has been involved in numerous social justice projects, including serving as the official Canadian representative for the World Student Christian Federation's Identity Diversity Dialogue Program in Thailand, where she spoke on issues of gender and social fairness.The 31-year-old founded the Menno Simons College Social Justice Fair and helped co-ordinate Take Back the Night rallies.Woligroski serves on a number of boards, including the Feminist Alliance for International Action and the World Student Christian Federation Global Board.She facilitates workshops on gender equality and has served as a volunteer delegate for the United Nations' 52nd Commission on the Status of Women.Woligroski's anonymous nominator said in a release: Bre demonstrates the values and qualities of peace, in that she works for justice and understanding in ways which are culturally sensitive and relevant.She is gentle and responsive to the people around her, yet is firm in her commitment to social justice and equality.<br/>Woligroski is scheduled to receive the award Jan. 30 when the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg holds its annual general meeting at the Downtown Y.Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition January 24, 2012 B2<br/>]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>Emeritus Professor Begins Blogging</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=459</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
Thoughts Theological                                                    Dr. Terrance Tiessen                                                                                                Dr Terrance Tiessen began a blog on Friday, January 19. He started this blog, called Thoughts Theological (http://thoughtstheological.com/ ), in order to engage in theological thinking with the help of his friends, colleagues, and the general public. He notes that in the past writing has helped him sort through difficult theological issues and, at least at one point, caused his mind to change. Dr Tiessen will interact with current scholarship found in books and articles, as well as post some of his own ideas. He sees doing theology as an act of worship. So far, 35 people have commented on Dr Tiessens first post.Dr Tiessen was Professor of Systematic Theology and Ethics at Providence University College and Seminary from 1989 to 2006. He retired in 2006 and was appointed Professor Emeritus. He is the author of three books and numerous articles and reviews.Dr Tiessens blog joins a list of other professional blogs by Providence Faculty such as Michael Gilmour (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/michael-gilmour/), Randall Holm (http://web.mac.com/rfholm/Site/Blog/Blog.html), and Hendrik van der Breggen (http://apologiabyhendrikvanderbreggen.blogspot.com).Providence invites its friends and supporters to participate in Thoughts Theological as they are able.]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>Seminary Faculty News</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=456</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
At the January 10 Seminary Chapel, Acting Dean, Dr Stan Hamm announced the following faculty news.Dr. Patrick Franklin will assume the position of Theology and Ethics Professor on July 1. Dr Franklin holds M.Div. from Tyndale Seminary, Th.M. from Regent College, and the Ph.D from McMaster Divinity College. He has both part-time and full-time pastoral experience. He has taught and is teaching at Tyndale Seminary as well as at McMaster. In the March modular week Dr Franklin will be teaching Christian Ethics on campus (March 5-9).                                                    Dr. Lissa Wray Beal                                                        Elfrieda Lepp-Kaethler            Dr. Lissa Wray Beal plans to complete her commentary on I and II Kings this year. She has been offered another commentary contract, this time on the book of Joshua.Elfrieda Lepp-Kaethler plans to complete her dissertation this year or early next year.She will be presenting a workshop at the 9th Christians in English Language Teaching Conference to be held January 27-29 at the Chinese University in Hong Kong.The topic of her presentation is Wellspring of Motivation and Vision in Second Language Acquisition: Sacred Text as Source, which is along the lines of her dissertation research.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>Providence Appoints New Business Professor</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=455</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
                                                    Jeremy Funk, Assistant Professor of Business Administration            Business Program Poised for GrowthOtterburneProvidence University College is delighted to announce that Jeremy Funk has agreed to join our faculty this year as a new Assistant Professor of Business Administration.Having Jeremy join our faculty is exciting for us, said Dr. August Konkel, President of Providence, in making the announcement. He is an experienced business leader. He also brings Christian higher education capabilities as he currently chairs the Board of Governors at Trinity Western University. And he is completing his Doctorate in Strategy at the Asper School of Business. He is exactly whom we need to help us continue to build our Business program.In making this decision to come to Providence, Jeremy commented, Im looking forward to the opportunity of once again being involved full-time in Christian higher education. We have a tremendous opportunity to work with bright students who want to do well in business, but are also passionate about having their faith be reflected in their everyday business activities. I am excited to make a contribution towards growing a solid business program.Jeremy will begin his teaching duties in Providences Business Administration program this Fall. He is in the fifth year of his PhD studies at the Asper School of Business working with Dr. Reg Litz where the research focus is on strategy in the family business context. Jeremys research interests are in the area of small and medium-sized family business operations and the impact of corporate social responsibility.Jeremy brings the ideal combination of business experience and academic rigor to this position, said Cameron McKenzie, Dean of Providence University College. He has taught here as an adjunct in the past, and we are looking forward to him joining us full time.Bruce Duggan, Director of Providences Buller Centre for Business, said, Having Jeremy come on board will enable us to expand our Business Administration program, enabling us to both deepen our teaching expertise and strengthen our ties to the business community. This is great news.Jeremy received his B.A. (Hons) in Business Administration from the Trinity Western University in 1985, and his MBA from the University of Manitoba in 1987.Following his initial post-secondary studies, Jeremy worked for 12 years as part of Penner Foods, a successful family enterprise in the grocery industry. This was followed by a couple of years overseas in Lithuania at LCC International University as a university administrator and business instructor. He was appointed to the Board of Governors of Trinity Western University in 2004 and elected Chair in 2011.Media contact:<br/>Cameron McKenzie<br/>Dean<br/>Providence University College<br/>204-433-7488 e 243<br/>Cameron.McKenzie@prov.ca<br/>http://www.providencecollege.ca/<br/>]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item><item><title>Renovation of Bergen Hall Is Off to a Great Start</title><link>http://www.providenceseminary.ca/seminary/news_and_events/news_releases/index.cfm?newsid=450</link><description xml:space="preserve"><![CDATA[
                                                Bergen Hall, the two-story mens residence south of the Reimer Student Life Centre, was built in 1984. Since its construction, it has seen regular maintenance but very few updates. Structurally, Bergen Hall is in good condition considering it has been filled with 18- to 25-year-old men for the last twenty-seven years. However, it is ready for a major renovation.We are planning to renovate Bergen Hall one wing at a time, explains Heath Holden, Vice President for Facilities Management. Our goal is to make it a modern and inviting living space for our male students and our campus guests. To accomplish this, we will replace flooring, windows, window coverings, cabinetry, light fixtures, plumbing and heating fixtures, beds, desks, chairs, sub-lounge furniture, and give it a fresh coat of paint. This will essentially give Bergen Hall a complete interior makeover, creating a living space our students and guests deserve.In September 2010, the Facilities department started this project by closing down the lower east (Moody) wing of Bergen. In the end fourteen rooms, the resident directors suite, and the sub-lounge were renovated. This first stage of the Bergen Hall renovation was made possible through the very substantial support of Board Member Harold Barg, President of NDL Construction, furniture donated by Frank and Agnes DeFehr (also a Providence Board member) of DeFehr Furniture, the generosity of a few contractors and suppliers, and a great Facilities Department.Marlin Reimer, Director of Student Development, says, The renovated wing looks like it belongs in a brand new building. It is modern, attractive, user-friendly, and comfortable. It will be greatly appreciated by residence students! I am grateful to the many people who have put significant effort into this project.In keeping with Providences desire to reduce its environmental footprint, the Facilities Department chose environmentally friendly materials for the renovation, such as energy efficient windows, energy efficient lighting and heating fixtures, eco-friendly flooring, and natural woods in the construction of the cabinets and furniture.The Facilities Department will open Moody wing to students in January 2012. The renovated wing will be available for campus rentals in the summer. The Department will close another wing and start working on it as soon as the students move into the newly renovated Moody wing in January. The goal is to have the interior of Bergen Hall completely renovated by September 2016.                                                                                                ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:00:00 CST</pubDate></item></channel></rss>

