by Norm Miller

"The Internet is the most important single development in the history of human communication since the invention of call waiting." That's how humorist Dave Barry views web-based communiqués.

Barry's comical, lighthearted sentiments about email, for example, hardly reflect Truett-McConnell's commitment to keep alumni informed and encouraged about what God is doing at your alma mater. We have a much different take on that.

Communication, however, is a two-way street. Inasmuch as we are now communicating more regularly with you, we, too, would like to hear routinely from you. If you will tell us what's happening in your life and ministry and church and career, we will pass the good news on to those who care about you -- your fellow alums.

Consider, if you would, this quote by Sidney J. Harris: "The two words 'information' and 'communication' are often used interchangeably, but they signify quite different things. Information is giving out; communication is getting through."

One of the ways we will know if we are "getting through" to you is when you "get through" to us. So, as your "Alumni Advance" e-newsletter matures, please feed us the information needed to help it grow. And when that information is sent to your peers, then effective communication takes root, grows and begins to blossom.

Let us hear from you.

by Dr. Stacy Hall

Annual giving is an important revenue source for any college. It's an opportunity for alumni and friends to show their support each and every year. It's an opportunity to give back to a college that once invested in them, or an opportunity to invest in another young person's life. Most colleges include this annual funding as part of their budget, relying on the revenue to fund various programs or initiatives on campus.

It's no different at Truett-McConnell College. TMC depends on its generous donors and their annual gifts to help fund student mission trips, student scholarships, academic and building programs, as well as other critical campus needs. A gift to Truett-McConnell is a statement that you support what God is doing on this campus and how the Holy Spirit is alive and well within our students. I have only been working for TMC since January of this year, but I have seen firsthand many examples of students displaying a passion and thirst for our Lord and Savior. It is truly inspirational.

I pray that you consider giving annually to Truett-McConnell. Every alum, any amount, every year, can make a big difference. To donate today, please go to http://www.truett.edu/giving-opportunities/annual-fund.html.

by Dr. Daniel Moosbrugger

What a joy it is to serve you at a time when God is truly blessing Truett-McConnell College. With record growth during the last few years both in student enrollment and building renovations, we are excited about the future. Crucial to supporting these positive changes is a staff of people who can undergird and continue moving this institution to the next level. Truett-McConnell is blessed to have three directors serving TMC alumni through our Institutional Advancement office. Please allow me to introduce them to you.

Steve Patton, as many of you have come to know, is the Director of Alumni Relations. His key role is to get to know you and to strengthen the college's relationship with all alumni. Steve also serves as TMC's assistant golf coach. Steve is Southern Baptist preacher's kid who was born in Atlanta. He and Paige, his wife, have settled in Hiawassee with their three daughters.

Dr. Stacy Hall serves as Director of Annual Giving and Grant Development. He is married to Ivey, and they have two children. Dr. Hall has multiple years of experience and success in marketing and college athletics from his previous positions and serves as a lead professor for marketing at TMC.

Norm Miller serves as Director of Communications. Also a Southern Baptist PK, he is married to Cynthia. They have two children and two grandchildren. Norm brings 25 years of journalism experience to our office, having worked two decades as a freelance writer for the SBC's Baptist Press, and having written for other Southern Baptist entities since the late 80s. Norm's staff is responsible for the website and all printed and electronic means of communication for the college.

I am truly grateful to work with a staff of this caliber and dedication. TMC is blessed to have them serve the Lord at your alma mater. Our staff is here to serve you, and we hope that you will continue to pray, support, and get involved with all of the exciting things planned in the next few months at Truett-McConnell College.

by Steve Patton

Please mark your calendar to attend Truett-McConnell College's Homecoming and Alumni Weekend, November 9-10. We have an exciting time planned for you, and I am hoping to meet every one of you.

Also, please click this link that leads to a schedule of upcoming events. Allow me to share some details about a few of them.

TMC's Jazz Ensemble kicks off the first event of our celebration on Friday night, 7-9 p.m. During this time we'll enjoy plenty of fellowship and a few remarks from select people. Afterward, we'll walk to the cross at the hilltop, where we'll sing a couple of songs, and TMC President Dr. Emir Caner will close the evening's festivities in prayer.

On Saturday morning we will offer a continental breakfast in Miller Hall and hold our Alumni Association meeting. From there we will connect alums with each other through group gatherings designated initially by decade of attendance to TMC, and then to the groups you were involved in during school or during your work career. We even plan to have former athletes connect with our coaches, and career ministers of all ages will have a room to gather.

In addition to reflecting on what God has done in the past, and is doing now in your life, we hope you also find some new friends as these group meetings should provide a fulfilling time of fellowship and fun for all.

On Saturday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., we will meet on the front lawn. Dr. Caner will address the crowd, and TMC's Praise Team will rock the stage. Then we'll eat barbequed chicken for lunch followed by the recognition of Outstanding Alumni and Young Alumni.

Additionally, some of our TMC athletes will be on-hand to gives tips and pointers from their respective sports. Some of you golfers may be especially interested in this.

The Lady Bears -- our women's basketball team -- will face Reinhardt College at 2 p.m., followed by a men's game between both schools. At halftime of the men's game, TMC's homecoming king and queen will be announced. After the game, please feel free to have supper at your favorite Cleveland restaurant.

We hope to see you here, Nov. 9-10.

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