Library Lens September 2025

The September 2025 edition of Library Lens includes information on digital newspaper access, information literacy modules, Libby account updates, and Hispanic Heritage Month

Start with the End in Mind

“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” 2 Corinthians 4:1

February 2025 QuickNotes

QuickNotes is an e-newsletter that comes from Advancement at Southern Adventist University. The February 2023 edition features information the ivory comb exhibit, MLK Service Day, and a new scholarship.https://knowledge.e.southern.edu/quicknotes/1106/thumbnail.jp

Southern Adventist University Graduate Catalog 2024-2025

Southern Adventist University\u27s graduate catalog for the academic year 2024-2025.https://knowledge.e.southern.edu/grad_catalog/1022/thumbnail.jp

McKee Library Annual Report 2024-2025

The 2024-2025 Annual Report includes library utilization, information on the ongoing strategic plan, Campus Research Day, and statistics on the Writing Center and Tutoring Center.https://knowledge.e.southern.edu/library_annualrep/1015/thumbnail.jp

Lori Futcher Living Memoirs Interview

Lori Futcher, a Southern alumna, spent a year as a student missionary in Majuro, Marshall Islands, where she served as a first-grade teacher. She shared her formative experiences that led to her decision to become a student missionary, as well as the lessons she learned during her time there. She described the unique culture of Majuro and how her experience shaped her relationship with God and other people. Majuro is the capital and largest urban area of the Marshall Islands, situated in the central Pacific Ocean. It is part of a larger group of islands, with the atoll comprising numerous small islands. Majuro is characterized by a tropical climate and is known for its vibrant community and rich cultural heritage, which includes traditional navigation skills passed down through generations. Majuro . Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Dec. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/place/Majuro-atoll-Marshall-Islands. Accessed 10 February 2025. Views expressed do not represent Southern Adventist University or McKee Library but are the personal opinions of the interviewed individual

Life For God

“Son, you are always with me and all that is mine is yours.” Luke 15:31, ESV

Jonathan Wentworth Living Memoirs Interview

Jonathan, a former student missionary, shared his experiences serving in Busan, South Korea, during the early 1970s. He reflected on his upbringing in a supportive Adventist environment, his personal faith journey, and his decision to pursue a career in accounting rather than ministry. Jonathan discussed the challenges and growth he experienced while teaching English and Bible classes in Korea, living amid poverty and ongoing military tensions. His missionary work profoundly shaped his worldview and career path, eventually leading him to work in church administration and education. Jonathan emphasized the value of cultural openness and adaptability for future missionaries. *Content Warning: This interview contains references to war-related experiences, which may be distressing to some listeners. Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city, is a major port and commercial center located on the southeastern coast. Known for its bustling shipping industry, beautiful beaches, and mountain scenery, Busan plays a key role in the country\u27s economy and tourism. It blends modern urban life with traditional markets, historic temples, and cultural festivals that highlight its rich heritage. Encyclopædia Britannica. (2025, April 22). Busan. https://www.britannica.com/place/Busan Views expressed do not represent Southern Adventist University or McKee Library but are the personal opinions of the interviewed individual

ShellSim: Hands-On Practice Through Virtual Simulation

This presentation introduces an interactive Linux shell learning tool designed to enhance student engagement through a simulated virtual terminal. The tool provides a hands-on environment where users navigate a dynamically generated file system, complete structured problem sets, and practice essential shell commands. By integrating randomized file system structures and problem-based learning, the platform helps students develop practical command-line proficiency. The presentation covers the tool\u27s architecture, key features, and its role in improving Linux education. Additionally, we discuss implementation challenges, pedagogical benefits, and potential future enhancements to further support learners in mastering command-line operations effectively and intuitively

The Words of the Wise and Polemical Theology*

Multiple studies have explored polemic theology, or the apologetic adaptation of extrabiblical material in Scripture. However, a less-explored potential application is the use of foreign wisdom literature in a section of Proverbs often termed The Words to the Wise [Ones] (Proverbs 22:17-24:22). Among these sayings is Proverbs 23:17-18, which alludes to the idea of a distinctly Israelite afterlife in which all injustice will be set right. This project analyzes the prevalence of this concept in both Proverbs and the ancient Near East and investigates the applicability of polemic theology in this passage