Reinhardt Recap - Issue 55

Ringing in the Christmas season

Julie Kirk and Peggy Krecl, members of Reinhardt's Admissions team, enjoyed the annual faculty and staff potluck luncheon Thursday with their colleagues in the Gordy Dining Center. RU employees bring side dishes while the University provides the main dish, so everyone can enjoy in fellowship for the holiday season. Dual enrollment student Victoria Hill, accompanied by Dr. Fred Tarrant, performed Christmas songs and the group gathered in together under the direction of Dr. Martha Shaw for Christmas carols. For more photos, view the slideshow on Reinhardt University's Facebook page.

University closes for holidays
Dec. 23-Jan. 1

Reinhardt University will be closed Friday, Dec. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 1 for the holidays. Offices will re-open for normal business hours Monday, Jan. 2. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Distinguished faculty's works published

By Erika Neldner

Two distinguished Reinhardt faculty members have had published works in the last month. Dr. Jacob Harney's research recently was published as part of a compilation of research, while Dr. Jonathan Good was commissioned to write a book review.

"I often say to students, families, and community members that I am humbled by the work of Reinhardt faculty. They teach with passion," said Dr. Mark Roberts, vice president and dean for academic affairs. "But where does that passion come from? It emerges from deep study of their subject. Students at Reinhardt are particularly blessed because they, daily, have an opportunity to access faculty who are both excellent scholars and approachable professors. Dr. Harney and Dr. Good represent the very best of Reinhardt in teaching and in scholarship." ... Read More


	Jason Hunter Reeves is pictured with Dr. Joe Kitchens, executive director of the Funk Heritage Center of Reinhardt University.

Hunter Reeves completes his Eagle project at Reinhardt's
Funk Heritage Center

By Erika Neldner

Jason Hunter Reeves, a member of Canton's Boy Scout Troop 125, completed his Eagle Scout service project at Reinhardt University's Funk Heritage Center.

Members of his Troop helped him construct a 12-foot-by-12-foot pole shed in the Appalachian Settlement located behind the Funk Heritage Center. In addition to designing the shed, Hunter determined the building materials, tools and equipment necessary for the project and obtained everything required to complete it . ... Read More

Public Safety Institute to hold second graduation of the year Dec. 20

By Erika Neldner

Reinhardt University's Public Safety Institute will hold its second police academy graduation ceremony of the year, with special honors for an outgoing advisory board member. The ceremony will be held Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Falany Performing Arts Center. The ceremony is open to the public.

"More than 70 percent of our second graduating class of 2016 is leaving with employment secured at various law enforcement agencies in the metro area," said Trey Drawdy, director of Reinhardt University's Public Safety Institute. Agencies employing the newly minted officers include the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety, Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office, Woodstock Police, Milton Police and Gainesville Police. ... Read More

New admissions video helps potential students choose RU

Commissioned by Reinhardt University and produced by VideoCraft Productions, the Y ou Will Be video features faculty, staff and current students telling potential Eagles what they will find at Reinhardt. The message behind the You Will Be campaign, created by Lure Design Inc. over the summer, embodies what is found at Reinhardt: that any student can be anything they want and that they will have the education, resources and support to get them there.

Watch the You Will Be video


	Mike Lowe, of Jasper Jeep, is pictured accepting the team trophy from Jeffrey Pourchier.

Team trophy finds its home at Jasper Jeep

By Erika Neldner

The team trophy for Reinhardt University's Inaugural Clay Shooting Classic has found its home for the next year at Jasper Jeep. Mike Lowe, Ryker Lowe, Slade Lowe and Keith Smith, representing Jasper Jeep, won the inaugural event held in October at Garland Mountain Sporting Clays with a score of 334.

"We hope the folks at Jasper Jeep take pride in their win and support of Reinhardt University Athletics," said Jeffrey Pourchier, assistant athletic director for development. ... Read More

Reinhardt Athletics Headlines

Hale Twins cap careers as NAIA All-Americans

Twins Allie and Katie Hale finish their college experience as NAIA Women's Soccer Honorable Mention All-America team members.

Allie Hale becomes Reinhardt's first two-time women's soccer All-American honoree after earning honorable mention honors last season. Katie Hale is a four-time AAC First Team honoree.

Allie Hale finishes up her academics this semester and will graduate with a degree in business with a concentration in marketing (public relations & advertising). Katie Hale will finish her degree coursework in the spring and is set to graduate in May with a degree in digital art and graphic design with a minor in history and public relations/advertising). Read more on the dynamic duo at www.reinhardteagles.com.