Theatre Season Announced

Jun 29, 2009

The 2009-2010 Cornerstone University Theatre season will include a satirical mystery musical, a Shakespeare comedy, a classic family show and a fractured fairytale musical. The season will open on Oct. 2 with Something’s Afoot, which runs during homecoming …

Fagerstrom Alumnus Of The Year

Jun 24, 2009

Dr. Doug Fagerstrom, president of Grand Rapids Theological Seminary (GRTS), was named the 2009 Bethel Seminary alumnus of the year. He graduated from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul, Minn., in 1983 with a master’s degree in religious education. Previously, …

33rd Annual Golf Invitational

Jun 23, 2009

Registration is now open and filling up for Cornerstone University’s 33rd Annual Golf Invitational scheduled Monday, Aug. 3 at Pilgrim’s Run Golf Club in Pierson, Mich. Golfers on the 400 plus acres of natural wooded grounds will have a chance …

Alumni Assist Local Agency

Jun 22, 2009

Students and alumni of the Professional and Graduate Studies Division helped Bethany Christian Services win one of 100 CIO Magazine awards for 2009. The magazine gives the award to companies such as Dell, Fed-Ex, T-Mobile and the U.S. Army who are transforming …

Champions of Character Tournament

Jun 15, 2009

Cornerstone University will host one of the largest events for high school and college basketball enthusiasts in West Michigan next week: the Champions of Character tournament. “We expect our largest attendance since the tournament started three …

Summer Sports Camps

Jun 12, 2009

Cornerstone University will offer a variety of summer sports camps for ages 6 to 18 years old. “The quality of coaching and experience the kids receive at Cornerstones camps are second to none,” said Mike Riemersma, sports camp director. “They …

Stowell at Big Ticket Festival

Jun 8, 2009

The Big Ticket Festival, a weekend packed with Christian artists and speakers, will feature Dr. Joe Stowell, president of Cornerstone University, during its Saturday night line-up. Cornerstone will also sponsor the AC/Worship Stage and have an information …

Anderson Judges Film Festival

Jun 3, 2009

Dave Anderson, associate professor of media studies at Cornerstone University and chair of the Communication and Media Studies Division, was selected to be a judge and special guest at the Sunscreen Film Festival in St. Petersburg, Fla. Thousands of people …

Hunter Chosen by Lincoln Center

May 28, 2009

Jennifer Hunter, associate professor of theatre at Cornerstone University, has been selected as one of 60 directors worldwide to participate in the Lincoln Center Theater (LCT) Director’s Lab in New York. The LCT Lab is a program designed to develop …

Students Present at Conference

May 22, 2009

Two Cornerstone University students presented papers at the 34th annual Conference of the Economic and Business Historical Society (EBHS), an international conference attended by professors and doctoral candidates from several countries including Norway, …

Fulbright Scholars Learn at CU

May 20, 2009

Six Fulbright Scholars from China and Russia attended Cornerstone University’s 8th Annual ESL (English as a Second Language) Conference in Grand Rapids, Mich. These scholars, five Chinese and one Russian, came to the U.S. through the Visiting International …

Visbeen Welcomed to Board

May 20, 2009

Wayne Visbeen, founder and president of Visbeen Associates in Grand Rapids, began a three-year term on the board of trustees for Cornerstone University. “Wayne has been a long-term friend of the university, and it’s a special delight to have …

Five GO Team Trips Planned

May 18, 2009

Cornerstone University is sending five Global Opportunities (GO) teams this summer to the Philippines, India, Italy, Kosovo and China. “The growing globalization of our world demands that we help students become more comfortable crossing cultural boundaries …

7th Annual Journalism Boot Camp

May 15, 2009

High school students will be able to learn from professional journalists and experience hands-on journalism this summer at the 7th annual Cornerstone Journalism Institute (CJI). Students will learn from journalists such as Russ Pulliam, editor of the Indianapolis …

Konopka Alumnus of the Year

May 11, 2009

Grand Rapids Theological Seminary honored Rev. Louie Konopka as alumnus of the year for 2009 at its annual Spring Banquet. The event was held on April 3 at the Gainey Conference Center on the Cornerstone University campus. About 180 individuals were in attendance, …

2009 Commencement

May 8, 2009

Cornerstone University will host three commencement ceremonies the first week of May. Grand Rapids Theological Seminary (GRTS) will hold commencement exercises at 7 p.m., May 8, in Matthews Auditorium in the Wood Seminary Building. The traditional undergraduate …

Wolverine Producer Visits CU

May 7, 2009

Producer Ralph Winter, whose credits include The Fantastic Four, the X-Men trilogy, Left Behind and the newly released blockbuster Wolverine, spoke to Cornerstone University media students about his journey in the film industry. “I have no business …

Sindorf Appointed to ECFA Board

Apr 28, 2009

Kathleen Osbeck Sindorf, associate professor of communications arts at Cornerstone University, was recently elected to the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) Board of Directors. The ECFA is an accreditation organization that facilitates …

Graduates Honored at Convocation

Apr 28, 2009

The Cornerstone University graduating class of 2009 celebrated academic achievements at the 30th annual Honors Convocation chapel held April 22. “God’s word says to give honor where honor is due and that’s what we want to do,” said …

Grube Honored by Red Cross

Apr 27, 2009

Dave Grube, director of athletics at Cornerstone University, will receive recognition as a community hero at the American Red Cross “Do You Know a Hero?” celebration. Grube was selected by the Red Cross because of his time spent almost every …

Future Students Welcomed

Apr 24, 2009

More than 85 first-time students and their families will be welcomed to Cornerstone University’s campus April 24 for the last of three April Family Orientation Days. The events are held to help new students get to know the campus and meet other freshman. “There …

Theatre Presents ‘Night Mother

Apr 20, 2009

Cornerstone University Theatre presents a student-directed Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “ ‘Night, Mother,” which explores the shattering final hour of a young woman’s life, this weekend. “Our purpose in presenting the play …

Stowell Authors

Apr 14, 2009

Chicago Cubs fans know what it means to be a member of the Cubs nation, but what does a Christian nation look like? In Dr. Joe Stowell’s newest book Jesus Nation, due to be released by TyndaleHouse Publisherin August, he explains some of his ideas. “The …

Book of Esther Comes to Campus

Apr 10, 2009

One of the foremost collectors of Biblical antiquities in the country will make a presentation at Cornerstone University next week. Dr. John Hellstern will lecture about extraordinary ancient Esther scrolls in his collection. This presentation is free and …

Dan Kimball to Speak in Chapel

Apr 9, 2009

Dan Kimball, author and pastor at Vintage Faith Church in Santa Cruz, Calif., will speak in chapel at Cornerstone University on April 14 and 15. Kimball has authored several books, including They Like Jesus but not the Church and Listening to the Beliefs …

Seminary Partners with Mega Church

Apr 8, 2009

Grand Rapids Theological Seminary has expanded its reach to Troy, Mich., the home of Kensington Community Church where 10,500 people worship each weekend. Representatives from the Kensington church contacted GRTS administrators to provide a seminary education …

Plewes Named 1st Team All-American

Apr 7, 2009

Cornerstone University senior Jenna Plewes became the third Golden Eagle to be named an NAIA Division II First Team All-American. The 5-10 forward from Zeeland Michigan finished her career as the 2nd leading scorer in Cornerstone history 20 points behind …

CU Hosts Sustainability Conference

Apr 1, 2009

Cornerstone University will host a Faith, Sustainability and Business Conference on April 3 that will bring together area leaders and experts in the field. The event will feature lectures by experts from each area as well as a panel for discussion at the …

Seminary Breaks Record

Apr 1, 2009

Grand Rapids Theological Seminary broke a record for student enrollment this fall and spring semester with 301 students. The 300-student mark divides large seminaries from small seminaries according to the Association of Theological Schools, which accredits …

Fast-Forward 3 Year Programs

Mar 30, 2009

Cornerstone University students can now complete a business or journalism degree in three years, saving money on tuition and getting into the work force sooner. The Business Division is offering a Business Fast Forward program with opportunities for students …

Handwritten Bible Tour on Campus

Mar 26, 2009

A nationwide campaign to find 31,173 “writers” will make a stop at the campus of Cornerstone University on Friday. Zondervan’s “Bible Across America” tour has been traveling across the country in search of individuals to each …

Eighth Annual ESL Conference

Mar 25, 2009

Cornerstone University will host the 8th annual English as a Second Language (ESL) Ministry Conference on April 4 with special guest lecturer Dr. Cheri Pierson from Wheaton College. “The conference is for those who are curious as to what an ESL …

Spring Sharathon

Mar 25, 2009

Cornerstone University’s radio ministry, WCSG, is holding a two-day Spring Sharathon March 24-25 to raise funding for the station that is solely operated by donations. “Through your generosity we want to get the message of hope out to West …

Cornerstone Receives Two Grants

Mar 20, 2009

Cornerstone University biology department received two $10,500 grants to conduct research this summer at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings, Mich. Four students will benefit from the grant that will be used for research equipment and stipends. …

“Seussical” Comes to Cornerstone

Mar 20, 2009

Cornerstone University Theatre presents Seussical the Musical , a fun musical for the entire family, for the next two weekends. Shows are scheduled for 8 p.m. Mar. 26, 27, 28 and April 2, 3, 4 as well as 2:30 p.m. Apr. 5. All performances are held in Matthews …

Alumnus Ministers to Grieving Church

Mar 13, 2009

Pastor Al Meredith (CU ’68) has been invited to preach four services at First Baptist Church in Maryville, Ill., just one week after the church body lost its leader in a fatal shooting. Dr. Fred Winters, senior pastor, was shot in the sanctuary …

Students Serve During Break

Mar 13, 2009

More than 30 Cornerstone University students, faculty and staff participated in three Global Opportunity (GO) trips during spring break March 9-13. GO team members traveled to Chicago, Memphis, Tenn., and Merida, Mexico. They learned about social and political …

Cornerstone Falls Short in 2nd Round

Mar 13, 2009

The Cornerstone University women's basketball team lost in a nail-biter 74-73 in the second round against Concordia University (Neb.) in the NAIA Division II Women's Basketball National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa. Jenna Plewes led the Golden Eagles with …

Golden Eagles Advance in Iowa

Mar 11, 2009

The Cornerstone University women's basketball team won its first round game against Cardinal Stritch University (Wisc.) 72-53 in the NAIA Division II Women's Basketball National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa. After a close battle for most of the first half, …

Executive Series Luncheon

Mar 10, 2009

Robert Israels, president of 29 national and international corporations including Israel’s Furniture in Grand Rapids, will be the featured speaker at the Executive Series luncheon sponsored by Cornerstone University on April 2. Israels has served …

Career and Education Fair

Mar 6, 2009

Cornerstone University’s Professional & Graduate Studies Division will host a career and education fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 in the field house of the Hansen Athletic Center. More than 40 area companies seeking career candidates …

Crawford Loritts Speaks on Campus

Mar 6, 2009

Nationally known pastor and author, Dr.Crawford Loritts, challenged hundreds of Cornerstone University students to “blow up complacency” and gave them four steps how to conquer fear and anxiety during his two-day visit to campus last week. Dr. …

Golden Eagles in National Tourney

Mar 5, 2009

The women's basketball team earned a No. 2 seed for the NAIA National Tournament and will play No. 7 Cardinal Stritch (Wisc.) on Wed., March 11 at 9:30 a.m. EST in Sioux City, Iowa. The Golden Eagles earned an automatic berth by defeating WHAC rival Davenport …

Livermore Authors Book on C.Q.

Mar 5, 2009

Dr. David Livermore, executive director of the Global Learning Center and assistant professor of intercultural ministries at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, recently published a book by Baker Academic titled Cultural Intelligence: Improving Your CQ to …

Men Fall Short In WHAC Finals

Mar 3, 2009

The Golden Eagles battled for the WHAC Tournament Championship and an automatic bid to the NAIA Division II Men's Basketball Tournament but fell short on Tuesday night. The men traveled to cross-town rival Aquinas College but lost 59-48. The Golden Eagles …

Women Earn Trip to NAIA Tourney

Mar 2, 2009

The No. 9 Cornerstone University women's basketball team earned another trip to the NAIA Division II National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa by upsetting cross-town rival and No. 3 Davenport University 73-69 on Monday night. The Golden Eagles won the WHAC …

U.S. Rep. Ehlers Visits Students

Mar 2, 2009

U.S. Rep. Vern Ehlers, R-Mich., spoke to Cornerstone University history and journalism students Feb. 20 about ethics, the economy and energy in a question and answer session. The representative was invited to speak by long-time friend Bob Becker, Cornerstone’s …

"Who's Got Next?" Symposium

Mar 2, 2009

Grand Rapids Theological Seminary will host “Who’s Got Next?” on March 30, a symposium that will feature three experts doing ministry in a postmodern world. Three speakers will address the philosophical, theological and pastoral issues …

Golden Eagles in WHAC Finals

Feb 28, 2009

The women's and men's basketball teams both advanced in WHAC semi-final action in Mol Arena on Saturday. The women, currently ranked No. 9 in the nation, defeated cross-town rival Aquinas College 62-55. The Golden Eagles will travel to top-seeded Davenport …

Music Scholarships Available

Feb 27, 2009

Music scholarships are available for Cornerstone freshmen, transfer students and upperclassmen either majoring in music or wanting to participate in the Fine Arts Division. Music Scholarships are available as yearly renewable, and range from$500 to$5,000 …

Stowell Speaks on Leadership

Feb 24, 2009

Dr. Joe Stowell, president of Cornerstone University, will be one of five featured speakers at the third annual Lakeshore Leadership Luncheon Series at Community Reformed Church in Holland. The lunch series will be held on five consecutive Wednesdays from …

New Provost Announced

Feb 24, 2009

Cornerstone University President Dr. Joseph Stowell announced the appointment of Dr. Rick Ostrander as the university’s new provost and chief academic officer to lead the school’s academic endeavors. Ostrander brings distinguished academic …

Cornerstone Featured on CNN

Feb 20, 2009

Cornerstone University Professional & Graduate Studies Division will be featured on CNN’s Headline News on Charter Cable this weekend. “The Economic Report,” a nationally syndicated program, is scheduled to air in the Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo/Battle …

Alumna Performs in GR Opera

Feb 17, 2009

Sarah Brown, Cornerstone University alumna, made her principal debut with Opera Grand Rapids (OGR) in “Elixir of Love” over Valentine’s Day weekend. Brown graduated from Cornerstonein 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in vocal performance. …

Pink Out 2009

Feb 16, 2009

Cornerstone’s men’s and women’s basketball teams plan to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research at an event called Pink Out 2009. Price of admission to watch the double-header Saturday, Feb. 21 is the Pink Out 2009 T-shirt. …

Business Degrees in 3 Years

Feb 16, 2009

Cornerstone University students can now complete a business degree in three years, saving money on tuition and getting into the work force sooner. The Business Division is offering, for the first time, a Business Fast Forward program with opportunities …

Irwin Named Alumni Director

Feb 13, 2009

Darci Irwin has been named the new Cornerstone University Alumni Director. Currently Irwin serves as hospitality coordinator for the Admissions Office and plans to transition to her new role in April. “Darci Irwin loves Cornerstone,” said Bill …

Stowell Speaks in Thailand

Feb 12, 2009

Dr. Joe Stowell, Cornerstone University president, ministered to more than 700 Christian English teachers at an English Language Institute/China conference in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Each morning for 10 days, Stowell shared from Philippians with hundreds …

Spring Chapel Line Up

Feb 10, 2009

In an effort to create a spiritually contagious atmosphere on campus, Dr. Joe Stowell, president of Cornerstone University, has put together an impressive lineup of spring chapel speakers, including the Detroit Tigers chaplain, Jeff Totten, and pastor and …

Basketball Homecoming Events

Feb 9, 2009

On Feb. 14, the 1999 National Championship men’s basketball team among other athletes will be honored during a day-long homecoming event at Cornerstone University. Beginning at 8:30 a.m., alumni games will be played followed by a brunch where the …

Women's Leadership Conference

Feb 8, 2009

Cornerstone University will host the fourth annual Women’s Leadership Conference Feb. 13-14 with keynote speaker Dee Brestin and featured musician Frances Drost. Women of all ages are invited to attend to learn more about leadership in the church, …

Theatre Presents Turn of the Screw

Feb 5, 2009

Cornerstone University’s theatre program will present “The Turn of the Screw,” a tale of suspense and horror, this weekend including a special midnight performance. Shows are scheduled for 8 p.m. Feb. 5, 6, 7 and 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 8 at …

New Academic Programs Announced

Jan 29, 2009

Several new programs will be available to students in humanities and music beginning this fall. In the fall Cornerstone University music majors will have an opportunity to choose an emphasis in worship arts, while students majoring in humanities will be …

Need Money for College?

Jan 27, 2009

Think you can’t afford college? Do you need help figuring out what loans, grants or scholarships are available to you? Cornerstone University will host a financial aid workshop for prospective students at 6:30 p.m., Feb. 16 on campus. At the workshop, …

H.S. Students Get Jump Start

Jan 26, 2009

High School students can earn college credit and save money on tuition by enrolling in Cornerstone University’s Early Enrollment Program that provides both online and on campus class options. A variety of classes for high school seniors can be taken …

Join Cornerstone's Facebook Page

Jan 23, 2009

The Facebook community has welcomed a new member: Cornerstone University. Prospective students, alumni and current students can keep up with what’s going on at Cornestone University by joining its Facebook page, designed to communicate and share …

Cornerstone Student Remembered

Jan 23, 2009

Cornerstone University will hold a memorial service to remember the life of Kendra Ross, a former student from Caledonia, Mich., who was killed in a car accident. The chapel service, to be held at 10 a.m. Jan. 23. in the Hansen Athletic Center on campus, …

Students Remember MLK

Jan 19, 2009

On the first day of the spring semester Cornerstone University students stopped to remember Martin Luther King, Jr. and his impact on our nation. Throughout the campus 10 tour stations were available with posters of quotes from Dr. King’s ‘I …

Watson Awarded MPA scholarship

Jan 19, 2009

Cornerstone journalism senior, Rachel Watson, was chosen as the only recipient of the Michigan Press Association Foundation community journalism scholarship for a private institution. Although the foundation awards 10 scholarships, only one is allowed …

Wheeler Uncovers History

Jan 8, 2009

Cornerstone University student Nicolette Wheeler, a history major, can be seen revealing a rare 12th century Philistine hydria near Gaza on the January/February cover of Biblical Archeology Review (BAR). The bi-monthly magazine, dedicated to the latest …