Our banquet will begin at 6 pm in Bush Chapel and after enjoying a sumptuous meal, faculty and staff will be recognized for years of service to Southeastern University and for academic achievement. At the end of the evening, we will give away several fabulous door prizes which will include a 32” LCD HDTV, a notebook computer, and a GPS along with a variety of other items!

We are excited to have as our special guests, Mark Lowry and Stan Whitmire! Mark has been making people laugh and cry for over 28 years. Singing publicly and recording albums and videos since age eleven, you could say that Mark has done this most of his life. His unique presentations have been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. Mark is a graduate of Liberty University and also sang baritone for 13 years with the Gaither Vocal Band.

In 1984, Mark wrote the lyrics to a song that would establish his status as a songwriter forever. Mary, Did You Know? has become a modern Christmas standard and has been recorded by more than thirty different artists including Michael English, Kathy Mattea, Kenny Rogers, Wynonna Judd, Billy Dean, Natalie Cole, Donnie Osmond and Clay Aiken. Mark has recorded six comedy and music videos - four of which have gone 'Gold' and two of which have achieved 'Platinum' status. Mark Lowry on Broadway débuted at #1 on the Billboard music video chart and stayed there for five weeks.

In 2008, Mark continues to travel across the country with LordSong and Stan Whitmire on the Be The Miracle tour. During these concerts, Mark shares his exciting and revitalized message of God's love and grace. This message comes through loud and clear in his two most recent CDs, Be The Miracle (released January, 2006) and I Love To Tell The Story which is Mark's first all-hymns project (released September, 2007).

Dove Award-nominated Stan Whitmire will be joining Mark Lowry for the evening and has a list of accomplishments which are as astoundingly diverse as they are impressive. He brings to each performance a rich musical heritage spanning several generations and covering a variety of musical styles. For the past 28 years, Stan has played an integral part in the music ministries of several of our nation's leading churches.

To RSVP, call Jane Heideman at x5249 or e-mail her by Tuesday, March 11. Child care will be provided for children up to 12 years old. Indicate whether you need child care when you RSVP. Professors and staff members receive one complimentary ticket to bring a guest; extra tickets may be purchased for an additional $25.

Banquet Menu

Top sirloin
Grilled Salmon w/lemon butter sauce
Apple Pecan Wild Rice
Herb Roasted Potatoes
Sautéed Broccoli Robe with Scampi Butter
Grilled Seasonal Vegetables

Seasonal Greens Salad with Feta Cheese & Dijon
      Garlic Vinaigrette
Assorted Dinner Rolls
Decadent Chocolate Cake
Apple Cheesecake
Coffee & Iced Tea