A CUW Father’s Reponse to “Faith in the Freshman”
I enjoy getting feedback on the book, and I am pleased to pass on the comments of readers. Parents of college kids, just like Tammy and me, relate to the story on lots of levels. Read the reaction of one of our CUW parents that I received recently: Read the rest of this entry »
Kansas — There is No Place Like Home!
A St. John’s alumna recently read about her alma mater in “Faith in the Freshman.” She took a little exception to my disparaging remarks about her native state! I assured Karen, however, that the grown-up version of myself has a much higher opinion of Kansas than my eighteen-year-old self. Read her response to the book below: Read the rest of this entry »
Sheboygan Lutheran High School Taproot Dinner Reflections
Recently I had the opportunity to speak at Sheboygan Lutheran High School’s “Taproot” Banquet — a dinner for donors and friends. It was a tough act to follow four very articulate students — the kind of students we are accustomed to seeing on our campus once they graduate from Sheboygan Lutheran. Read the rest of this entry »
Faith in the Freshman – In Asia!
I met Doug Werth a few years ago when my family and I visited Hong Kong. Doug sent this note after finishing Faith in the Freshman last week. Read the rest of this entry »
Rolf’s Reflections
The President of the Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (WAICU) read Faith in the Freshman and offered this brief reflection:
My wife and I just read Faith in the Freshman, and we both loved it. Not only is the story compelling, but the sheer honesty makes it gripping. We thank God for the gifts given to you and to Andrew.
Rolf Wegenke, Ph.D., President
Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
About the Town
Over the last several weeks, Faith in the Freshman speaking engagements have kept me busy around town. I have met lots of nice people who are doing some great things in our community. Read the rest of this entry »
A Review Outside the “Intimate Inner Circle”
I’ve received another review to share. – Pat
Dear Dr. Ferry,
I wanted to drop you a note just to let you know that someone outside your “intimate inner circle” thoroughly enjoyed your book. I could relate to your story on so many levels and was amazed that both of us even have a daughter named Rachel (ours however is Rachael). The years for me have flown by also and can’t believe I will be turning 50 very soon. Read the rest of this entry »
Morning Blend Interview
I recently appeared on the local television show The Morning Blend. The video is below.
Pat Ferry Interviewed on Lake Effect
I recently appeared on Lake Effect and discussed the book. Listen below,
“Biz Times Weekly Bubbler” posting
Click here to view the article just posted today in the BizTimes Weekly Bubbler (Milwaukee, WI) about Faith in the Freshman and tonight’s book launch!
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A Freshman’s Parent and “Faith in the Freshman”
As part of Freshman Orientation this Fall, I had the chance to interact with parents of new students utilizing the book as a springboard for conversation. I was eager to help them with that leap of faith of letting go! Some of them have begun to read the memoir, and one of them recently wrote to me on Facebook. Her letter is below:
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