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Canyon College

Stephen A. DeFor, M.S., D.Min.
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Biographical Information

Highlights of Qualifications
* 17 years experience in college teaching
* 17 years full Time and 10 years part Time minister
* Constant study of the needs and characteristics of college students
* Internship in counseling department working with college students at Austin Community College

Education
* 1992 - M.S. in Community Counseling, Winona State University, Winona, MN
* 1987 - Doctor of Ministry, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL
* 1972 - Master of Divinity, Lincoln Christian Seminary, Lincoln, IL - Major: Philosophy and Doctrine
* 1968 - B. Theology, Minnesota Bible College, Rochester, MN
* 1968 - BA. Crown College, St. Paul, MN. Major: History; Honor: Cum Laude

Professional Experience
* 1996 - 1998: Elm Homes, Inc., Waseca, MN
* 1978 - 1996: Professor at Minnesota Bible College, Rochester, MN. Taught Christian Education, History, Humanities, Psychology and Youth Ministry
* 1971 - 1978: Senior Minister, First Christian Church, Joliet, IL
* 1969 - 1971: Youth Minister, First Christian Church, Joliet, IL
* 1965 - 1969: Foreman, Control Data Corporation, Roseville, MN (while a full-time college student)

Volunteer Experience
* Founded a chapter of "Make Today Count," a support group for terminally ill adults.
* Designed and facilitated five teen workshops for the "Compassionate Friends" support group.
* Co-facilitated a rape and incest support group.
* Taught English in China during the summer of 1990 and in Mongolia during the summer of 1993.