Cairn Commons: Recent Episodes
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Episode NotesOver his almost two decades as host of the UK-based radio program and podcast Unbelievable?, Justin Brierly facilitated countless thoughtful conversations about faith and unbelief between some of the world’s foremost atheists and Christian apologists. In his book The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God and podcast by the same name, Justin explores what led to the popularity of the so-called New Atheists in the early 2000s as well as the internal conflicts that led to the movement’s implosion. He joined Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss that and why secular thinkers such as Jordan Peterson, Peter Boghosian, Louise Perry, and Tom Holland, to name a few, are finding it increasingly difficult to ignore the Christian story’s relevance to questions of science, history, culture, and our search for meaning.
Episode NotesThe Christian faith provides intellectually and existentially satisfying answers to many of life’s questions. But it likewise challenges us to consider whether the things we’re most curious about are really important and liberates us to ask new and better questions. Dr. Matthew Lee Anderson is convinced that the call to follow Jesus is a call to a life of questioning (to be distinguished from doubting). He writes in his book Called into Questions: Cultivating the Love of Learning within the Life of Faith: “We can only question well when we believe there are answers—but we will only live our way into the answers if we orient our questions toward the good and the true as Jesus reveals them.” In this episode, Dr. Anderson and Dr. Keith Plummer talk about the vital role a stance of questioning should play in the individual and corporate life of discipleship.
Episode NotesDr. Gary Schnittjer, Distinguished Professor of Old Testament at Cairn University, is co-editor of the Scripture Connections series to which he is also a contributing author. His book, Old Testament Narrative Books: The Israel Story, explores the histories of the Hebrew kingdoms—their rise, fall, exile, and restoration—and shows their connections to the ancient near eastern world, the rest of the Bible, the gospel, and our lives. In this episode of defragmenting, Dr. Schnittjer and Dr. Keith Plummer discuss a number of themes from the book including how biblical narratives work and what to look for when reading them. Old Testament narratives are far more than historical records. They’re divinely inspired literary works intended to shape the lives of God’s people.
Episode NotesThe question “Am I being formed?” is never a valid one for the Christian. Rather, we must continually ask ourselves “By what am I being formed and how?” In his book Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age, Samuel D. James claims “Rather than being a neutral tool, the internet (particularly the social internet) is an epistemological environment—a spiritual and intellectual habitat—that creates in its members particular ways of thinking, feeling, and believing.” James believes Christians have been largely unaware of the formative powers of regular life online. In this episode, he and Dr. Keith Plummer talk about why it’s important for followers of Jesus to realize how the habits and practices of the digital world obscure wisdom (which James defines as conformity to the objective reality of God’s creation) and how we can resist.
Episode NotesOur world is becoming increasingly polarized and we're prone to division before unity in any number of arenas. Technology fractures our sense of embodiment and the current culture wars see Christians parting ways over theology, politics, history, race, social justice. This division isn't only external...rather there is an ongoing pressure to disassociate the mind from the body - divorcing how we think from how we live. Even within the church, the tendency to know and understand the Bible as separate stories and rules of living rather than a cohesive narrative of God's redemptive plan leaves many believers knowing the "what" of their faith without the "why." In this episode, hosts Dr. Keith Plummer and Ben Best discuss the name "defragmenting," the purpose behind the conversations and interviews that excite them, and the unique and timely intersection of biblical integrity and thoughtful Christianity.
Episode NotesMatthew T. Martens is the author of Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal, a book in which he hopes “to demonstrate from Scripture that justice is, most fundamentally, an issue of love.” “Get love right,” he says, “and you will get justice right. But you will never set the justice system straight without a proper understanding of love.” Bringing together his almost thirty years of practicing trial law and his theological training, Matt describes and explains the biblical foundations of criminal justice and assesses the history and current practices of the American criminal justice system in light of them. During a visit to Cairn’s campus, he sat down with Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss these important matters.
Episode NotesChristian colleges and universities committed to biblical authority endeavor to help students see the connection between their faith and the academic subjects they’re studying. This is sometimes hindered by the fact that some professors have been trained in settings where the implications of Christian doctrine for their areas of specialization were either ignored or significantly minimized. In an effort to help teachers for whom that was the case, Dr. Jacob Shatzer, Associate Professor of Theological Studies and Associate Provost and Dean of Instruction at Union University, wrote Faithful Learning: A Vision for Theologically Integrated Education, a book whose aim he says is “to equip faculty to be key instruments in faithfully transforming students in all disciplines.” Dr. Shatzer joined Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss the book. We believe this is a valuable conversation for all Christians who consider the cultivation of the intellect a necessary component of discipleship.
Episode NotesArtificial intelligence and deconstruction are topics receiving a lot of attention in a variety of Christian circles but rarely in the same place. Dr. Michael J. Svigel, department chair and professor of theology at Dallas Theological Seminary, creatively brings the two together in his latest novella, The AItheist. He joined Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss this book about an apparently sentient computer system upon which much of the world depends that becomes obsessed with the idea that the Christian faith is true. Its obsession with religious matters leads its creator to call on a former seminary professor who renounced his faith, to consult with the AI in hopes of dissuading it of its conclusion. The result is a series of thought-provoking and moving exchanges about the nature of faith, unbelief, and being human.
Episode Notes As evidenced by the multitude of tributes offered following his death, the pastoral ministry, speaking, writing, and example of the late Dr. Timothy Keller helped countless people better know, love, and obey Jesus. Even those who didn’t share his faith, have offered sincere expressions of gratitude and admiration for his life. In this episode, Collin Hansen, vice president of content and editor for The Gospel Coalition and executive director of The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics, joined Dr. Keith Plummer to talk about his book, Timothy Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation. They discuss its genesis and what we can learn from the people and experiences that shaped Tim Keller’s life and ministry. Collin explains the vision of The Keller Center and shares how knowing and working with Tim has affected his following Christ.
Episode Notes Many believe higher Ed is facing an existential crisis. While non profit and for profit schools are battling issues of affordability, enrollment, and latent COVID realities, the need for Christ centered, academically rigorous, and biblically faithful institutions of higher Ed remains. In this episode of Cairn Commons, Dr. Todd Williams, President of Cairn University, and Dr. Allen Guelzo, American historian and Senior Research Scholar in the Council of the Humanities and Director of the Initiative on Politics and Statesmanship in the James Madison Program at Princeton University discuss the history and future trajectory of Christian Higher Ed, the genesis of their love of history, civics, and deep thinking, and the lasting value of Biblical worldview formation in the life of the student.
Episode Notes Many believe higher Ed is facing an existential crisis. While non profit and for profit schools are battling issues of affordability, enrollment, and latent COVID realities, the need for Christ centered, academically rigorous, and biblically faithful institutions of higher Ed remains. In this episode of Cairn Commons, Dr. Todd Williams, President of Cairn University, and Dr. Allen Guelzo, American historian and Senior Research Scholar in the Council of the Humanities and Director of the Initiative on Politics and Statesmanship in the James Madison Program at Princeton University discuss the history and future trajectory of Christian Higher Ed, the genesis of their love of history, civics, and deep thinking, and the lasting value of Biblical worldview formation in the life of the student.
Episode NotesThe Edmiston Center focuses on Christian endurance in the midst of competing cultural narratives. Mrs. K. A. Ellis, its director, joined Dr. Keith Plummer to talk about how she came to Christ and the people and things God used to form her heart for Christians experiencing persecution around the world. What different forms does persecution take and despite these differences, what commonalities underlie them? What can Christians in the West learn from how Christians around the world and across time have persevered in the face of severe opposition? How can American Christians conquer cultural anxiety? Karen answers these questions as well as whether American Christians are being persecuted. She and Dr. Plummer also discuss what led her to "jump ship" from Twitter.
Episode NotesWhen Christians think about sharing the gospel, many of us tend to think primarily in terms of making a presentation. Dr. Randy Newman, the Senior Fellow for Evangelism and Apologetics at the C. S. Lewis Institute, is convinced that we need to think much more about how to engage people in conversations, and for years he's been teaching that asking questions is an effective way to accomplish exactly that. Dr. Newman is the author of Questioning Evangelism: Engaging People’s Hearts the Way Jesus Did, which recently released its third edition. He joined Dr. Keith Plummer to talk about it. They discuss why asking questions and listening well are so important, some of the top questions non-Christians ask about Christians, why the new edition includes a new chapter on science and Christianity, and more. If you'd like to grow more confident about talking to people about the good news of Jesus Christ, we think you'll find this encouraging and helpful.
Episode NotesWe are most vulnerable to drifting from the core teachings of the Christian faith when we find them boring, irrelevant, or embarrassing. Dr. Trevin Wax wrote his book The Thrill of Orthodoxy: Rediscovering the Adventure of Christian Faith to counteract the familiarity with Christian teaching that he says is the enemy of wonder. He joins Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss a wide array of topics including the subtle yet often imperceptible ways that we drift from the gospel, how ancient summaries of Scriptural teaching like the Apostles', Nicene, and Athanasian creeds serve as valuable maps and grammars, why doctrinal details matter, and how Christian orthodoxy, contrary to its detractors, is actually broader, richer, and more satisfying than its heretical contenders.
Episode NotesChris Martin, author of The Wolf in Their Pockets: 13 Ways the Social Internet Threatens the People You Lead, returns to the podcast to talk with Dr. Keith Plummer about why Christian leaders need to understand how our relationship with social media changes the ways we think, feel, and believe. Chris explains why he calls social media “the most pervasive discipleship force in the world right now;” details the wrong ways we approach social media; and suggests how pastors, ministry leaders, parents, and teachers can foster cultures that better enable believers to resist the seductive snares of online life. Even if you’re not on social media, you’re affected by it somehow, so there’s something for everyone to take away from this conversation.
Episode NotesA 2022 Pew Research study suggests 18–35-year-olds are leaving the church at alarming rates. In this podcast, we dig into the data with several local pastors to find out what factors are in play and how the rise in secularism has accelerated so called "de-conversion". Yet, there is great cause for hope - the Holy Spirit is at work, disciples are being made, and the gospel continues to advance the Kingdom of God.
Episode Notes Dutch Reformed Theologian Herman Bavinck has been broadly influential to many of today's seasoned pastors and theologians. His work on the Revelation of God and Reformed Dogmatics became standard fare for seminarians decades ago. Even still, much of his work has yet to be translated into English. One theologian and translator working to bring more of Bavinck’s work to the English-speaking church is the University’s own Dr. Gregory Parker Jr. Most recently, Dr. Parker translated _What is Christianity? _which broadly and succinctly explains Christianity in Bavinck’s day, tracing the history of Christian doctrine and church life from its origins into the early 20th century. In this podcast, Dr. Parker and Dr. Keith Plummer, dean of the School of Divinity, discuss Bavinck's legacy and influence and offer him up as one who has much insight to provide to any thoughtful Christians seeking to use theology to serve the church and engage with the issues of our day.
Episode Notes Seasoned journalist Bonnie Kristian believes America is in the midst of a knowledge crisis that the church cannot afford to ignore. In fact, she thinks it could be the most pressing and unprecedented challenge for contemporary discipleship. Her new book _Untrustworthy: The Knowledge Crisis Breaking Our Brains, Polluting Our Politics, and Corrupting Christian Community_describes the multiple forces contributing to an atmosphere characterized by mounting misinformation, mistrust, and polarization. Bonnie joins Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss why Christians need to understand the crisis and what measures we can take to resist it and its destructive effects.
Episode Notes It has always been hard for Christians to strike a balance on "things." Either there seems a push to imply there should be no restraint with respect to material goods, or the opposite extreme: no restraint on the guilt placed on Christians for owning anything of great value. On this Cairn Commons podcast, hosts Ben Best and Nate Wambold have a conversation about this tension. The conversation starts off with the question of the state of "hobbies" among today's youth, how people collect, why people collect, and if there is any value in being a collector/curator. Ben shares his passion for watches and from where it came and the theological implications (he's honest about forcing it!) and Nate shares his passion for automobiles and from where it came (he's honest about his level of mechanical knowledge). After waxing nostalgic on these and more subjects, Ben closes with some weighty thoughts on the theology behind all this, and Nate offers Clive Staples the final say. If you're a collector, fan of analog culture, cars, watches, or just want to think critically about stuff, tune in.
Episode Notes “Gift” and “good” aren’t words that usually come to mind when we think about our limitations. Dr. Kelly M. Kapic, author of You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News, thinks this reveals a serious theological problem, writing that denying our finitude “distorts our view of God and what Christian spirituality should look like.” In this episode he joins Dr. Keith Plummer to explain how.
Episode Notes Chris Martin, author of Terms of Service: The Real Cost of Social Media, says social media has become so pervasive that not even non-users can fully escape it. He joins Dr. Keith Plummer to talk about how social media is influencing how we think and feel about life in largely negative ways and—most importantly, what Christians can do to resist. His is not a call to totally reject social media but rather, a call to greater awareness, intentionality, and wisdom.
Episode Notes The Dr. is in--again--and this time, Nate Wambold talks mid-life with Dr. Matt Miller, Director of Cairn's Counseling. Is Generation X long-forgotten and already checked out, or just spooling up to make a huge impact on future generations? Do middle aged men cry more easily, and how do men and women process middle age differently? Finally, what are some of the iconic moment of those who are now in mid-life, and will future generations have such shared experiences? Matt and Nate hit all of this and more on this episode of Cairn Commons.
Episode Notes Due to changes in the culture and a renewed vision for discipleship in Youth Ministry, many are re-examining approaches to Youth Ministry. The Covid-19 "Divine Disruption" accelerated changes and also revealed things about Youth Ministry that have served to clarify our true mission. In this episode, Youth Pastor, Ben Best, and the Director of Youth and Family Ministries at Cairn University, Dr. Matt McAlack, discuss implications of the changes and refreshed opportunities that exist to reach and disciple teenagers.
Episode Notes Faithfully following Jesus in a digital and media-saturated society involves more than not using our devices for explicitly immoral purposes. Forming biblical wisdom requires being aware of how our technological practices might be shaping us in ways contrary to that of Christ. Listen to Dr. Felicia Wu Song, author of Restless Devices: Recovering Personhood, Presence and Place in the Digital Age, discuss these important matters with Dr. Keith Plummer.
If you are curious about philosophy but it seems a little too abstract to tackle on your own--this podcast is for you. What is philosophy? How do I get started in studying? Are the stereotypes of philosophers valid, and is there any difference in how the Christian ought to conceive of theology? Cairn's assistant professor, Bob Larocca, tackles these interesting subjects and more in this two-part podcast series.
Episode Notes If you are curious about philosophy but it seems a little too abstract to tackle on your own--this podcast is for you. What is philosophy? How do I get started in studying? Are the stereotypes of philosophers valid, and is there any difference in how the Christian ought to conceive of theology? Cairn's assistant professor, Bob Larocca, tackles these interesting subjects and more in this two-part podcast series.
Episode Notes Join Dr. Miller and Nate Wambold for a discussion on anxiety. Is anxiety on the rise? Does a person know if anxiety is clinical or not? What has Covid done to anxiety levels and why, and how do I help my kids and other deal with anxiety. We address this, some of the political aspects of Covid, and Dr. Miller even drops a few pointed pop-culture references.
Episode Notes In this month's Cairn Commons, you will hear from now retired long-time professor Dr. Edgar Hardesty '75 about the key role his service in the military played in his unlikely career which led him to be a professor, pastor, archeologist, and his long-term affection for the state of and people of Israel.
Episode Notes Whatever happened to missions, and is the house church the biblical model? Nate Wambold sits down with Kevin King, Cairn's World Reach Week keynote speaker, to address these subjects and much more.
Episode Notes Introducing Cairn Commons! We are excited to announce the launch of Cairn Commons, and welcome our first guest, Dr. Gary Schnitjer, professor in the school of Divinity and author of Old Testament Use of Old Testament.
We are excited to re-present Episode 1 ofCairn 10. In the summer of 2015, we launched Cairn University’s first podcast for alumni and friends, where we give our listeners an inside look at what’s going on at Cairn... "in just ten minutes." For our pilot episode, Director of Alumni Relations Nate Wambold sat down with President Todd Williams.
A lot has changed since the episode first aired, but the mission and purpose of which President Williams speaks about has remained firm.
Episode Notes Check out this month's podcast to hear from two of Cairn's newest alumni, and a special announcement about the future of the Cairn 10 podcast.
Do We Really Need Gym Class? It's just gym class, after all! The goal is for people to throw balls at each other, right? Wrong!
Dr. Nancy Halliday '73 joins the podcast to speak to the true purpose of physical education. Nancy was an associate professor at Hofstra University, interim dean of the School of Education, and chair of the Health Studies and Kinesiology department after 17 years as associate professor and chair of the PE Department at Kings College. A published scholar, veteran educator, and Christian Camp director, Nancy shares a new and data-driven perspective, including how Christian camps got it right first, the role of one's actual potential in physical education, and changes in overall education in her experience.
2020 will go down in the books as a year unlike any other. There are some special opportunities in this year for you to make some unique financial moves. In this podcast, Keith Johnson of the Regency Foundation at Cairn shares some of these opportunities and covers the basics you need to know for 2020 tax season, including:
- new charitable deductions,
- overall deductions,
- RMD changes,
- and much more.
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Reach out to Keith Johnson at kjohnson@cairn.edu
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Retired Assistant Professor Gail Benchner shares her thoughts on her seventeen-years in the School of Business, changes in business, and how she talked with her recent students about being "Agile, Not Fragile" during COVID-19. Gail makes a book recommendation, and shares some final words of wisdom.
Drop a tribute to Mrs. Benchener anywhere you see the podcast for a chance to win a copy of Made to Stick by Chip and Dan Heath.
In this episode, School of Liberal Arts & Sciences faculty member and John Jay Institute director Greg Schaller answers the kinds of questions you probably have had about preparing to vote, but were too busy (or embarrassed) to ask.
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Dr. Bill Brandenstein '87, assistant minister of music and worship at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, Ca., provides several helpful essential elements, questions, and cautions for those desinging (or re-designing) church worship programs.
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The incoming freshman of 2020 will study a new Core Curriculum at Cairn. Hear from three of the key voices who spoke into the new core – Drs. Jean Minto, Keith Plummer, and Matt McAlack – and learn why the changes were made and what incoming students can expect.
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Join in (and bring a question to) a special live Cairn 10 podcast with Charlotte Gleason, faculty member in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, on how parents (even those who have zero training!) can better implement the kind of home instruction that the COVID-19 crisis has forced upon many.
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Dr. Matt McAlack, professor in the School of Divinity, joins the podcast again with a re-release of our conversation on Parenting Teenagers. Before the original episode rolls, Matt shares some new insights on how the COVID-19 crisis is impacting the daily life of teens and how parents can encourage their children to live purposefully during a pandemic.
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Adjunct Professor and two-time Grammy-nominated artist, Brady Goodwin, joins the podcast for an explanation of his own background, the unique history and sociological elements of hip-hop culture, over and underrated rap artists, and how a biblical worldview is essential in an exploration of all things aesthetic.
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Start 2020 strong. Executive director of the Regency Foundation Keith Johnson, Career Center director Teri Catanio, and associate professor Tom Allen all chime in with some great goal setting advice related to career, finance, and (most importantly) spiritual matters.
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For more than twenty years, Cairn has operated a satellite campus in Kandern, Germany. Hear more about this campus and the testimony of one of our alumni who came to Christ and found the biblical education she was looking for through Cairn.
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More than ever, people need counseling, and pastors are in a unique position to provide counsel. For pastors (or anyone interested in the role pastors can play in counseling), hear one alum speak from experience on how he counsels his flock (and others) and why this is so critical.
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If you think people are changing jobs today more than ever, you are right. Listen in as one alumna who has had a successful career in business, talks about what this means for her generation, and shares her thoughts on the validity of such moves.
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Christian parents of teens are not only confused about raising teens in a digital age, they are tempted to quit trying, believing their influence no longer matters.
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Are you a library geek? If so, this is the podcast for you. Even if you are not, this is a great chance to listen to learn about how Cairn's library is attracting the attention of other universities, and how a student's use of the library at any age is a predictor of success.
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Summer love gets a tune up with Cairn alum Dr. John Van Epp ’80, president of LoveThinks. This audio and video podcast explores what has and has not changed in recent years in dating and relationships.
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Dr. Jonathan Master and Dr. James Dolezal of the School of Divinity join the podcast to talk about the essence and essential value of biblical education. This two-part episode unpacks the impact that biblical education has on the church, life, vocation, and more.
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Dr. Jonathan Master and Dr. James Dolezal of the School of Divinity join the podcast to talk about the essence and essential value of biblical education. This two-part episode unpacks the impact that biblical education has on the church, life, vocation, and more.
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One of our own social work alumni, John Ashmen ’74, president of City Gate Network, joins the podcast for some education on the Rescue Mission concept and how Christians can make wise choices in providing help that really does help.
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Alumnus Jay Breish ’02 joins the podcast to talk about The Fold Family Ministries in rural Vermont. He discusses the unique role of a Christian residential facility and how the Green Mountain State is in particular need of help. Though Jay has recently moved on from his many years of service there, the work continues.
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Graeme Burgan joins us to discuss the exciting return of Csehy Summer School of Music to Cairn University's campus, and the impact Csehy as well as Cairn's School of Music has had on his life and the lives of many other musicians.
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Dr. Christine Birnie, dean of the Wegmans School of Pharmacy at St. John Fisher College, joins the podcast to discuss pharmacy, medical missions, and the intersection of career and Christian calling.
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Two recent grads join the podcast to share an innovative approach to philanthropy.
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We go on the road (or at least, down the road a bit) to Philly to talk with School of Education alum Joel Gaines, principal of The City School, to talk Joel’s educational journey, what makes the City School special, and what reading he sees as essential.
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Listen in as Dr. Jim Meyer ’84, associate professor in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, gives advice on responding to some of life’s most common struggles that cause people to grieve.
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Greg Schaller, assistant professor and president of John Jay Institute, joins the podcast to explain the value of local politics and how you can get involved.
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Dr. Mike Svigel ’96 joins us to share why a Cairn education is more essential than ever and how it has changed (or maybe not!) since his time as a student. He also shares why he's glad his daughter is here as a freshman!
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Listen to sounds and voices from this past Homecoming. Students and alumni share what they enjoy most about our biggest event of the year.
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Extended Interview. Listen to Greg Jensen, Assistant Professor in the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences, discuss his approach to science education and get a sneak peek at Cairn's new biology program offerings and scholarship opportunities.
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Listen to Greg Jensen, Assistant Professor in the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences, discuss his approach to science education and get a sneak peek at Cairn's new biology program offerings and scholarship opportunities.
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Seil ’19 and Valera ’16 Park join the podcast highlighting this year’s fishing derby and their interest in angling, which led them to host several fishing-related events and support this year’s event at Homecoming.
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Cairn 10 hits the road this month to introduce you to an alum with 100 years of life experience.
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The alumni office taps into the resource of The Regency Foundation to bring you a primer on will production, plus an opportunity for discounted services for our grads!
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How do you get reliable news? Are we more divided politically than ever? In Part Two of our interview with Greg Schaller, president of the John Jay Institute, we discuss these issues and offer suggestions on how Christians can set an example of loving and respectful discourse in a fractured and frenzied political climate.
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One of Cairn’s newest alumni, Sara Fiscus, shares her thoughts on graduation and Cairn—days before commencement and her big speech.
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The John Jay Institute currently resides on Cairn’s campus, and John Jay President and Cairn University adjunct professor Greg Schaller, stopped by to talk to us about what our new neighbors have been up to.
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Former Cairn student, Mike Vogel (NBC's The Brave, The Case For Christ, Cloverfield, The Help), talks Philly's finest foods, acting, and his time at Cairn.
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What is autism? What ought parents know about it, and how might the Christian think about differently about autism?
Listen in as Dr. Stephanie Chung, Chair of Cairn’s Department of Special Education, addresses these questions and more. Dr. Chung plays a significant role in Cairn’s new ABA program, which was recently ranked fifth among more than one hundred college and university programs.
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Advancement is a brand new podcast from the Office of Advancement. Planned Giving Officer Keith Johnson helps listeners understand financial principles, and establish practical and godly wealth management habits.
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Planned Giving and Advancement Officer Keith Johnson ’75 joins the podcast for round two, giving financial advice for alumni across the age spectrum.
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Originally broadcasted December 22, 2016. Read a recap of Cairn’s 2017 Christmas events. Every family has Christmas traditions, and the Cairn family is no different. On this special podcast, we bring you the sounds from Cairn’s most wonderful time of the year. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or […]
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Dr. Keith Plummer returns to the podcast to answer some of your questions about how Christians should engage with technology. Dr. Plummer has also compiled a helpful list of resources on the topic that we’ve included below. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to Cairn 10 on […]
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Cairn alumnus Dwayne Walton is the executive director of Parkesburg Point and serves on President Williams’ Advisory Council. Dwayne joins us in the studio for a quick chat about his ministry, and offers some sage advice for anyone interested in starting or joining their own nonprofit organization. You can stream the podcast below, download and […]
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Dr. Michael Perry ’82, Superintendent of the Westmoreland County School District, VA, joins the podcast to defend his Cowboys scarf and talk a little about public schools and people of faith. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to Cairn 10 on iTunes, Google Play, or your favorite podcatcher […]
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Hear alumnus Frank Cirone ’89, principal of Ravencrest Bible School, talk about faithful hearts, the value of biblical education, and slow trains in Penndel. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to Cairn 10 on iTunes, Google Play, or your favorite podcatcher so you never miss an episode and can […]
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Listen in as much beloved School of Music professor, Dr. David Shockey, tells his story upon retirement, and three current Cairn students give testimony to the impact he has made on their lives. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to Cairn 10 on iTunes, Google Play, or […]
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Listen in as Colonel Ken Stice ’79 (who just retired!) talks about his work as a chaplain, his military career, and work at the Pentagon. Col. Ken Stice’s resume brims with accomplishment, but this humble servant of the Lord focuses on just that–service–and shares what is the most valuable foundation for any career or profession. You can […]
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Amy Castro Baker ’02 is an assistant professor in the School of Social Policy & Practice at University of Pennsylvania. For this month’s podcast, Amy discusses social work, policy, how she came to Cairn, and more. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to Cairn 10 on iTunes, […]
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Alumnus Greg Aikins ’75 joins the podcast to weigh in on his and Betsy (Beck)’s ’78 journey to the land of Iceland, service for Christ, the elements of a successful reunion, and how the alumni office is managing class reunions. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to […]
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Every family has Christmas traditions, and the Cairn family is no different. On this special podcast, we bring you the sounds from Cairn’s most wonderful time of the year. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to Cairn 10 on iTunes, Google Play, or your favorite podcatcher so […]
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We promised we’d feature our two outstanding, student Spring Commencement Brunch speakers. We heard from Andrew Gordon earlier this summer, and we are now we are pleased to bring Cassidy Shemelia into the studio. In this episode we talk about how she came to Cairn, a bit about her speech to her classmates, and her future in […]
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Cleaning the campus, spending time in prayerful reflection, or loving his neighbors—humble Cairn custodian Dave Shamlian has a strong testimony and a heart for Christ. Listen to this month’s podcast to hear how this humble servant of the Lord seeks to use every experience he has had, and every challenging circumstance (and blessing!) to serve […]
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Nearly three decades after graduating, Colonel David Parramore ’88 returned to Cairn last April to speak with business students about his experience as an award-winning leader in medical information technology, both as a chief information and technology officer for the Army and now at IBM. Along the way, he earned one of the military’s highest […]
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Dr. Dick Emmons, retiring this year from the School of Divinity, discusses his 31 years at Cairn University, his unwavering commitment to studying God’s Word, and the benefits of pickup trucks. You can stream the podcast below, download and listen to it later, or subscribe to Cairn 10 on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher so you never miss […]
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Student Shaina Sollenberger just may be Cairn’s youngest and most articulate spokesperson. She was drawn to Cairn because of the profound sense of community she witnessed in the midst of a beautiful campus. Unsurprisingly, Shaina has a deep appreciation for those who give to Cairn, because she is the direct beneficiary. Without them, she says, […]
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Professor Jack O’Brien joins us during Global Mission Week 2016 to share about the significance of the week and how it has changed over the years, along with his insights as an experienced mission worker into new trends in global ministry and how Cairn students are being prepared to serve.
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Dr. Keith Plummer joins us in the “studio” for a few minutes to talk about apologetics, his classroom methods, and how and why he came to teach as Associate Professor in Cairn University’s School of Divinity.
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How did a Cairn alum go from majoring in Camping Ministries, to roasting coffee and owning his own shop? Listen to this month’s Cairn 10 Podcast. Nate Wambold sits down with alumnus Andrew Dittman, coffee roaster/owner of Calm Waters Coffee in Bristol, PA to talk about his journey to his dream job and how he […]
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David Shaffer joins us for this month’s episode of the podcast. Dave is a Cairn graduate and works in the Admissions Office as the Recruitment Specialist for Adult Programs. He is also currently enrolled in Cairn’s new Online MBA program. Director of Alumni Relations Nate Wambold sits down with Dave to discuss the MBA and some of […]
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During the week leading up to this year’s Homecoming celebration, several special alumni guests returned to campus to speak in chapel. On Friday, October 2, Bryan Loritts ’95 delivered a powerful message from Ephesians regarding the important work of building multiethnic churches. Later, he joined Director of Alumni Relations Nate Wambold to record a special Homecoming […]
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We are excited to present Episode 1 of Cairn 10, Cairn University’s first podcast for alumni and friends, where we give you an inside look at what’s going on at Cairn in just ten minutes. For our pilot episode, Director of Alumni Relations Nate Wambold sits down with President Todd Williams. Listen to it now! You can […]
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