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  Dordt's Original Statement of Purpose

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  The original Statement of Purpose is explained by B. J. Haan, including the Educational Task and the 17 propositions.

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  It's the People's College

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  B. J. Haan continues to describe the concept of sphere sovereignty and reviews some of the original 17 propositions. This provides some background to misunderstandings that later contributed to the AACS struggle.

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  Scripturally-Oriented Higher Education

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  B. J. Haan explains how the original Statement of Purpose led to the development of another document called Scripturally-Oriented Higher Education.

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  Worth Her Weight in Gold

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  B. J. Haan discusses the hiring of Henrietta Miedema and other individuals who provided outstanding service to the college.

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  1950 Report from Synod Discourages Progress Toward a Junior College in the Midwest

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  B. J. Haan talks about Report No. 24 from the 1950 CRC Synod which discourages the development of the junior college. The setback does not deter supporters in the Midwest, however, and committees are created to move the idea forward with enthusiasm.

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  A Presidential Salary: One Thousand Dollars Per Year

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  B. J. Haan describes the role of First CRC of Sioux Center and many individuals in the development of Dordt, as well as the formation of many committees.

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  B. J. Haan Reads The Founders' Vision

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  This recording features B. J. Haan talking about the concept of the Midwest Christian Junior College which was discussed as early as 1937. Many meetings were held to discuss its feasibility, including one important meeting of Classis Oostfriesland.

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  Breaking Ground for the Junior College

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  B. J. Haan discusses the major role De Stigter Brothers Construction played in the construction of the original classroom building. Enthusiasm and support continues to build as the junior college becomes a reality.

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  Dedication of the Midwest Christian Junior College: September 1, 1955

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  1955 marked a signficant year for the Midwest Christian Junior College, with the cornerstone-laying event, the dedication ceremony, and the first day of classes on September 7.

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  Faculty Appointments

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  Faculty appointments are made and the music program proves to be a great marketing tool for Dordt.

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  Hiring the First Faculty Members and Developing Curriculum

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  In this segment, B. J. Haan talks about the process of deciding on the location of the Midwest Junior College and recruiting the first professors.

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  Momementum Builds at the Rock Valley Meeting

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  B. J. Haan recalls that the road to establishing the junior college was filled with twists, turns, and questions.. A February 1953 meeting at the First CRC of Rock Rapids helps to propel the concept forward and enthusiasm grows.

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  Name Change to Dordt College

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  Challenges arise with the development of the college regarding direction, curriculum, and leadership. Haan is named acting president and the college adopts a new name.

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  Pastor, President, or Both?

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  Debate surrounds Haan's ministerial status as college president. Financial quota support from the Christian Reformed Church denomination is also discussed at length.

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  Rock Rapids Meeting

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  In this segment, B. J. Haan reminisces about the many planning meetings held to bring the vision of a junior college to fruition.

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  The Mink Farm

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  B. J. Haan recalls the process of deciding on the Doornink property as the site for the junior college.

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  The Steering Committee Makes Progress

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  B. J. Haan recalls the various committees set up to organize the Midwest Christian Junior College as well as the development of the society and districts.

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  The Western Christian Alliance, 1945-1948

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  In this segment, B. J. Haan describes how the junior college movement idea was brought up by the Western Christian Alliance after World War II. The term "six-week-wonders" is mentioned, referring to teachers with only six weeks of training before their careers in education began.