Jerry and Dianne met at Harding University over green beans in Patti Cobb cafeteria. They have been married since 1971. They have three children: Garret Alan, Lukas Timothy, and Meredith Dianne, and seven grandchildren.

The couple have been involved in education (or assisting educators) most of their careers; Jerry specifically in nursing education. They are both retired from Harding University.

Jerry and Dianne enjoy travel, reading, and, of course, being with their “amazing grands.”

Lesser-Known Fact

Jerry and Dianne ran two marathons together.

Mission Work

The Myhans worked two summers in India, three years in Haiti (Jerry assists in coordinating groups back to Haiti or Nicaragua during spring break) and five years in Greece with Harding‘s International Programs. The couple have been on several shorter-term mission/education trips to several African countries.

Favorite Verses

“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine!” (Isaiah 43.1-3)

“Treat others the same way you want them to treat you.” (Luke 6.31)

And so many others!