Lindenwood Magazine - Spring 2025

21 THE LINDENWOOD SPRING 2025 EDITION AN INTERVIEW WITH REV. BARRY FREESE CLASS OF 1975 Barry Freese graduated from Lindenwood in 1975 with a degree in Communication Arts. Now retired, Barry spent many years as a pastor with the United Methodist Church. He’s an avid supporter of Lindenwood women’s basketball, a member of the Lions Booster Club, and travels to cheer on the team. He now resides in Kansas City, Mo., and enjoys retirement with his wife, Kim. THE ALUMNI COMMUNITY WHAT IS THE MOST VALUABLE LESSON YOU LEARNED AT LINDENWOOD? “The importance of relationships. There’s a bond that happens at Lindenwood, t’s the key thing. It’s a great lesson – not everyone agreed on everything, especially politics, but we all still liked each other and got along.” CAN YOU SHARE SOME FAVORITE MEMORIES FROM YOUR TIME AT LINDENWOOD? “I played basketball during my time as a student. Although I didn’t see the court much, my teammates are still part of my life today. I’ve also shared memories of Jean Fields, who taught film and showed historic movies that taught students to think critically.” WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE CURRENT LINDENWOOD STUDENTS? “Value people that are willing to be in your life. Take the good with the bad. Value the people you’re with and enjoy the time you are with them.”