June 19, 2003 — Patterson confirms scheduled meeting with SWBTS trustees as candidate for presidency

June 24, 2003 — Paige Patterson elected as president of Southwestern.

June 25, 2003 — Patterson responds ‘openly, honestly’ in meeting with Southwestern faculty.

July 22, 2003 — Committee begins search for next Southeastern president.

And then, this curious ledger entry:

July 15, 2003 — Southeastern Seminary pays Emerson’s Taxidermy $2,712.50.