Meet the Phonathon Team

Jordan from Syracuse, NY is a Junior studying vocal music education.  He intends to be a music teacher at the high school or collegiate level.  This is his second semester working for the phonathon.  He says, "I enjoy working for the phonathon because I have the opportunity to hear from different alumni and other constituents of the college, as well as help Houghton's students and community."  In his spare time, he plays guitar, sings, and likes to sail competitively.

Jill from Bath, NY is a Junior studying Inclusive Childhood Education and Intercultural Studies. This is her third year doing phonathon.  She says “I would like to get an elementary teaching position and teach for a few years, then go on the mission field --possibly teaching in a different cultural setting.” Jill shares that “God is teaching me that my life will not be completely filled with Him unless I put everything and everyone else after Him. I have a tendency to put activities and friends and even schoolwork ahead of what God wants me to learn and how He wants me to serve Him.” Her funniest call happened “when I called a household that was expecting a call from a girl named Jill (my name) and the person answering the phone thought that it was the Jill that they were expecting. It was very confusing to try to explain that they weren't really expecting my call.” 

Rachel from Cattaraugus, NY is a Junior Elementary PE major.  She is interested in sports, good books, family, friends, and learning.  She wants to be an Elementary PE teacher after she finishes graduate school.

Maddie from Big Flats, NY is a Junior biology major with double minors in missions and Spanish. This is her third year doing phonathon.  “I had a really tough time deciding on a college. I knew I wanted a small Christian liberal arts school (my uncle went here and strongly encouraged me to consider Houghton) but I knew I needed to go to the school that would be best for me. When I came to visit Houghton I had an amazing time; worshiping, visiting classes, and spending time with newly made friends. I was comfortable here and felt at home. That's why I chose Houghton. I'm currently the female chaplain for my class, a Resident Assistant in Gillette Hall (formerly East Hall) and a member of the pre-med club.  The thing l like most about being a Houghton Fund caller is to hear about what God has done in Houghton graduates' lives and what Houghton was like 5, 20 and even 50 years ago!” After graduation “I'm planning on going to medical school to become a medical missionary in a Spanish speaking country.”

Shannon from Romulus, NY is a Sophomore TESOL/Intercultural Studies major with a minor in music.  This is her second year doing phonathon.  She says, "I love talking to people on the phone, especially when they take an interest in my education and give me advice and encouragement."

Jonathan from Weedsport, NY is a Senior Religion major with minors in Bible, Theology, and Intercultural Studies.  He has been a phonathon caller for one year.  He hopes to obtain a doctorate and teach at a Bible College in Africa before returning and teaching either in Europe or North America.  He enjoys relaxing, hunting, reading, landscaping, playing racquetball, and writing papers.

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