In this episode of Mid the Pines, we sit down with Yvonne Lingo, the new First Lady of Grove City College. Yvonne shares her family’s experience of settling into campus life, the joys and surprises of living at the heart of GCC, and the moments that made it feel like home.

The conversation highlights her passion for community, hospitality, and discipleship, including her vision for hosting the upcoming Senior Women’s Bible Study in the President’s House. Enjoy a warm and thoughtful dialogue about gratitude, faith, and the unique spirit of Grove City College, as Yvonne looks ahead with hope and intention for the semesters to come.

On November 6, Grove City College hosted a historic evening: former Vice President Mike Pence and former Speaker Paul Ryan together on stage for the first time in College history. Before 600 guests, they reflected on Ronald Reagan’s vision of America as a “Shining City on a Hill” and the enduring beacons of faith and freedom. Listen in to the recording of the 18th Ronald Reagan Lecture hosted by the Institute for Faith & Freedom at Grove City College.

In this episode of Mid the Pines, host Zach Jew '11 talks with Grove City College alumnus Evan Addams ’10 — founder of The Gather Company, co-founder of Arise Classical Academy, and Alumni Trustee of Grove City College. Evan shares his journey from student to entrepreneur, exploring how faith, creativity, and leadership intersect. Hear insights on innovation, calling, and the courage to build something meaningful — all grounded in the timeless values of Grove City College.

As a pediatric cardiologist and Professor of Pediatrics at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Dr. Justin Tretter ‘06 discusses his journey from GCC to a leading expert in cardiac imaging and congenital heart care. With over 170 published articles and his role as editor-in-chief for the upcoming 5th edition of Anderson’s Pediatric Cardiology textbook, he shares insights into his impactful work, including his role as Lead Medical Scientist at Cara Medical. Tune in to learn about his experiences, challenges, and advice for future medical professionals!

In this episode of the ‘Mid the Pines podcast, we sat down with Grove City College alumni JD Larsen '96 and Melissa (Trifaro '96) MacLeod. JD, the CFO of 5&2 Studios—responsible for the production of The Chosen TV series on the life and ministry of Jesus—shares his journey from Grove City College to his role in one of the most successful faith-based series today. JD also shares the significance of the series’ production moves, funding model changes, and the studio's future plans. Melissa, Senior Director of Alumni and College Relations, reflects on their recent visit to The Chosen set in Texas. From campus memories to career advice, this episode offers an insightful and inspiring conversation for alumni and fans of The Chosen alike - Don't miss Season 5, now in theaters in three parts during April! 

President Paul J. McNulty ’80 served as host of this 'Mid the Pines podcast episode with Dr. Paul Kengor, professor of political science and executive director of the Institute for Faith & Freedom at GCC, and alumnus Andrew Coffin ’98, vice president and director of the Reagan Ranch in Santa Barbara, Ca. The pair unpacked their personal and professional connections and talked about their experiences beyond the classroom that have taken them to places far west as they worked together to film Reagan, the 2024 film adapted from Kengor's book, The Crusader. 

In this inspiring episode, Jeff Tedford '00 (Chair; Professor of Music at Grove City College) sits down with Dr. Karin Hendrickson '99, a dynamic alumna whose journey through the worlds of music and sports has significantly shaped her path to success. Join us as we explore Karin's early passions and the pivotal moments that led her to excel both as a musician and an athlete.

Robert J. Lewis '64 is a distinguished alumnus and a 2024 recipient of our Jack Kennedy Memorial Alumni Achievement Award. From his humble beginnings to becoming a renowned figure in the business world, Robert's journey is a testament to resilience and innovation. Listen to this episode to discover how he transformed challenges into opportunities, leading to a successful career and life lived with philanthropy. We'll explore his insights on leadership, the importance of giving back, and how his time at GCC shaped his path.

Dr. Kristina Pazehoski '01 is Grove City College’s Chair of the Department of Biology. In this episode, Kristina shares her journey from GCC student to GCC professor, including her humble reaction to being named Omicron Delta Kappa's Professor of the Year in 2018. Kristina reveals how her relationships with students developed a passion for mentorship, bringing full circle her own formative experiences with GCC professors who mentored her in years past. Listen to this episode to learn more about the "science" of mentoring students, from spiritual ministry to her current research with students studying the gut microbiome.

Richard G. Staley ’62 is a successful entrepreneur and generous benefactor of Grove City College. He earned his bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering from GCC and then spent 15 years working for a company before he discovered his passion for starting his own business.  In 1977 he founded Flavor House Inc., and then years later he started Staley Equipment Corp.  In 2020, Richard gave 4 million dollars towards Grove City College, and in recognition of his generous gift, the Board approved renaming our primary academic building in his honor - Staley Hall of Arts and Letters. Join us in getting to know Richard through this podcast conversation, as we discuss his career journey and his passion for impacting the next generation!