NMH Magazine : Fall 2003

Unsung Heroes

Heroes come in all shapes and guises. And NMH--founded by evangelist hero Dwight L. Moody--has produced more than its fair share. In this issue we sing the praises of an unsung few who've shown remarkable heroism, whether aboard the sinking Titanic, in the face of a debilitating disease, or within the four walls of a classroom.

Opening Lines: Head of the School Richard W. Mueller '62 addresses the topic of change at NMH.

The Best Medicine: Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 15 years ago, MaryAnn Christy '68 refuses to let her condition stop her from living fully. 

No Slave to Fortune: Thomas Nelson Baker '89 was born into slavery but brilliantly overcame his circumstances, earning a PhD from Yale and becoming a respected minister.

Work of Notable Note: Bill Batty '59 has devoted 30 years of his life to teaching at NMH. He doesn't consider himself a hero, but he and every teacher at the school belong in that category.

The Missionary and the Titanic: Northfield Bible school graduate Annie Funk was a passenger on the Titanic's doomed maiden voyage. On the night of the ship's sinking, Funk showed extraordinary strength of character.

Noah's Mark: Haunted by the needless death of an Indian teenager, Noah Levinson '00 is following his dream: bringing health care to children in the slums of Calcutta.

History Lesson: NMH's first computer, a PDP-11, filled up an entire room.

Honor Roll: Westminster School headmaster W. Graham Cole '61 is a class act.

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