The men’s event being held on March 3rd, at 7 p.m. in Young Auditorium involving a panel of six OBU young women who will be talking about relationships. The event will be run by the university’s counselor, Mr. Daniel Jarboe.
“We are certain that part of any young man’s growth into manhood must involve some training in the area of how to appropriately relate to women,” said Jarboe. “And so, on this evening we will present to our OBU young men six of our ‘brightest and best’ OBU young women who are prepared to address and discuss what a guy needs to understand today about how to properly treat a young woman (highlighting a few key ‘Dos and Don’ts’ or ‘What we appreciate, and what we don’t’). They will speak candidly on everything from asking girls out and ending a relationship to those qualities women find most and least attractive in a young man. Their mission is to helpfully communicate to each young man attending how he can best secure the trust, respect, and admiration of the women in his life.”
Below are the profiles of the featured women on the panel, including Jessica Winston, Kristen Glover, Karis Ann Crosby, Natalie Polston, Kristen James and Rachel Willhoite.
Jessica Winston
Classification: Junior
Major/minor: Biology/Psychology
Why did you accept your spot on the panel? I knew this would be a great opportunity to help guys understand what us girls are thinking a little more.
What is your favorite chick flick? The Proposal
Kristen Glover
Classification: Senior
Major/Minor: Chemistry
Why did you accept your spot on the panel? Once I was asked to join the panel, I doubted that I had anything valuable to share. I mentioned it to my boyfriend and he really encouraged me to speak up, so I signed up.
What is your favorite chick flick? My Girl, the 1991 classic.
Karis Ann Crosby
Classification: Sophomore
Major/Minor: Christian Studies
Why did you accept your spot on the panel? I did the panel because it seemed like a really good opportunity for both the guys who attend and the girls on the panel. I get to learn from them, as well from Mr. Jarboe. I also get to become more familiar with question/issues that need to be addressed in relationships so I can better understand and answer them!
What is your favorite chick flick? Hitch
Natalie Polston
Major/Minor: Christian Studies and Psychology
Why did you accept your spot on the panel? We were asked by Dan Jarboe to be a part of this panel because we were recommended by Res Life staff to be a women on Ouachita’s campus of good reputation and wisdom, as well as having the confidence to speek candidly and honestly from a woman’s perspective with a group of men. I was very interested in the panel when Mr. Jarboe approached me with the idea. We want to be pursuing the character of Christ in every aspect of our lives, and I fully
believe we need the help of others to pursue that goal. This panel is unique, because it brings in a perspective that is a little unconventional, as opposed to typical “one-on-one man time” or all-male conferences,” yet very beneficial. I think men will really enjoy and be surprised by the things we have to say. Hopefully they will be encouraged to pursue Godly-man hood in their relationships with women because of it.
What is your favorite chick flick? Pride and Prejudice
Kristen James
Classification: Sophomore
Major/Minor: Kinesiology
Why did you accept your spot on the panel? I joined the panel because I think it’s important for a man to understand and know how to treat a woman the right way.
What is your favorite chick flick? Love & Basketball
Rachel Willhoite
Classification: Senior
Major/Minor: Communication Sciences and Disorders
Why did you accept your spot on the panel? I decided be apart of the panel because in the past when we have had women panels before they have been of benefit to myself and other females; my hope is that it will be that way for the men.
What is your favorite chick flick? Father of the Bride
