Long before the sub-reddit “trees” existed, individuals and college students have gathered into groups to talk about, study, and experiment with psychoactive substances. Most of these people were “casual users”, but a few were hardcore enough that their trips infected and changed the world around them.
1. Timothy Francis Leary (1920-1996)
2. Ken Kesey (1935-2001)
3. John C. Lilly (1915-2001)
4. Aldous Huxley (1894-1963)
5. Terrence McKenna (1945-2000)
After battling with Leukemia since 2008, Sam Blankenship passed away this past Sunday evening, July 3, 2011 at age 39. Sam, his wife Jackie, and his two daughters moved to Colorado Springs in 2003. He and his wife both attended Nazarene Bible College on campus and instantly became part of our family. He loved to hike, fish, paint, quilt, and most importantly spend time with his family. One NBC staff member said, “The Blankenship family has blessed our college with their love and support for many years, and we will always continue to do the same for them.”
The funeral service was held in Strickland Chapel on Thursday, July 7. The room proudly displayed Sam’s Irish heritage and listening to the bagpipes echoing in the chapel gave a surprising feeling of peace that was particularly special. People from all over came to say goodbye and pass along their condolences to the family.
Sam had a one of a kind personality, he even wanted to attend his own funeral so he could correct the stories told to match his recollection. He was always one to have a good time and because of his contagious smile and personality, those around him did as well. He was so clearly loved by many and as we reminisced about his time here, not a single person could help but smile at the joy he brought. Sam will forever be an important part of NBC and will never be forgotten. Just as his closest friends and family said, that was Sam.
To view Sam’s obituary, please visit Sam’s Book of Memories.
University of Southern Maine Professor Mark Silber will present a talk at USM’s Lewiston-Auburn College entitled “Herbs! How to grow them and what to do with them.” The talk takes place on Thursday, June 2, from 2 pm – 3 pm in USM LAC’s room 285 and is free and open to the public.
Professor Silber is a master gardener and owner of Hedghog Hill Farm in Sumner. In 2005 his farm was selected as one of only six farms in New England as Yankee Magazine’s Editor’s Choice for farms to visit. He is the co-author of several books including “A Small Farm in Maine” and “Growing Herbs and Vegetables from Seed to Harvest.” Silber’s talk will discuss planting and cultivation methods of herbs and the different various ways to use these herbs in everyday life.
When you want something in life, it’s best to have a plan for how you will get it. Everyone wants a life of financial security—the ability to save and invest so that your money is working for you in a way that enables you to fulfill your life’s goals. To achieve financial security, you need to create a financial plan.
A financial plan is simply a roadmap for how you will manage your money on an ongoing basis. At its most basic, a financial plan involves defining your money goals, identifying the steps it will take to reach those goals, and then following through with those steps.
The sooner you develop and implement a financial plan, the sooner you can be financially secure, so get started now. For guidance, download 40 Money Management Tips Every College Student Should Know from the National Endowment for Financial Education. It
With graduation around the corner, Nazarene Bible College is getting ready in a variety of ways. The gardens are being tended, fresh paint is being applied to the buildings, and the lawns are being mowed bringing the fresh cut grass smell back to campus. It definitely brings back memories of warm weather and sunshine giving those who work on campus a feeling of happiness and excitement for what’s to come. Invitations are being prepared and sent out and guests are preparing travel arrangements for their journey ahead.
New merchandise has also just arrived at the NBC bookstore for graduates, alumni, students, and visitors who will be passing through. With a brand-new look and design, there are several colors and styles to please just about anyone.