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As an alumnus of this wonderful university, I love talking with Anderson alumni from all over the globe. I would love to connect with you, too. Whether you need assistance or you want to check out what’s new on campus, we are here to help. No matter when you arrived at AU as a student — or graduated to become a member of our alumni family — we all have memories that bridge generations and inspire us to say with one voice… LONG LIVE ANDERSON! Leah Clevenger Associate VP, Alumni Engagement & Major Gifts 864-622-6067 Email UPDATE YOUR PROFILE UPDATE YOUR PROFILE Share Your News Share Your News Board of Directors Board of Directors Alumni Stories from the AU Network COBE alumni Jarrett McCurry '23 Jarrett McCurry: AU Experience, Degree Leads Way to Opportunities COBE alumni Maggie McGaugh '16 Maggie McGaugh: Marketing Education Inspires Mega Influencer CAS alumni Micah Taylor '11 Micah Taylor: Growing an Award-Winning Video Business CAS alumni Joanna Arnsmeyer '21, '24 Joanna Arnsmeyer: Communication Skills Learned at AU Key to Connecting with Rural Electric Cooperative Members. CAS alumni Madeline Cromer '20 Madeline Cromer:  AU Prepared Assistant Solicitor Through Robust Honors Program and Strong Communication Program COE alumni Darryl Franklin '95 Darryl Franklin: No Looking Back After Career Change SCSA alumni Emily Miller '24 Emily Miller: Dreams Do Come True COBE alumni Laura Page '17 Laura Page: MBA Sharpens Graphic Designer’s Leadership/Management Skills COBE alumni Marissa Keisler '18 Marissa Keisler: Providing Leadership in the EV Industry COE alumni Blake Bishop '19 Blake Bishop: Fifth-Generation Educator Carrying on a Learning Legacy COBE alumni Caleb Daniels '23 Caleb Daniels: AU Gave Great Preparation in the Data Analysis Field and on the Soccer Field SID alumni Cole Johns, NCIDQ, IIDA '16 Cole Johns: Designing Through Research to Create a Positive Impact SCSA alumni Sara Pepper '22 Sara Pepper: Living Out a Passion for Impactful Design, Ministry COE alumni Austin Garrett '18, '21 Austin Garrett: Making a Positive Impact on Students in the Classroom and on the Field CAS alumni Anna Lawton '23 Anna Lawton: Drawn into a Helping Profession CAS alumni Amberlee Smith '21 Amberlee Smith: Pursuing Veterinary Medicine in the U.S. Military CAS alumni Dr. Nate Calvert '19 Dr. Nate Calvert: Dentistry is His Ministry SCSA alumni Georgie Kelley '21 Georgie Kelley: Helping Others Through the Power of Music CYB alumni Zachary Seiter '23 Zach Seiter: On the Forefront of Digital Defense for Large Upstate Utility CLO alumni Jenny Broaddus, Ph.D. '24 Dr. Jenny Broaddus: Leading the Leader VISIT AU NETWORK VISIT AU NETWORK President's Message Read a message from Evans P. Whitaker, Ph.D., President and Professor of Management. CHECK IT OUT Alumni Calendar View upcoming alumni events. VIEW CALENDAR Stay Connected Coming soon, the class notes page. Submit class notes and keep up with your classmates. CLASS NOTES Ways to Get Involved Discover ways to engage with current students, fellow alumni, the AU Network, staff, administrators and more. GET INVOLVED President's Message Read a message from Evans P. Whitaker, Ph.D., President and Professor of Management. CHECK IT OUT Alumni Calendar View upcoming alumni events. VIEW CALENDAR Stay Connected Coming soon, the class notes page. Submit class notes and keep up with your classmates. CLASS NOTES Ways to Get Involved Discover ways to engage with current students, fellow alumni, the AU Network, staff, administrators and more. GET INVOLVED Alumni News news March 11, 2026 Interior Design Graduate Promoted as Firm’s Senior Associate Educational spaces are a specialty for Jakobowski, who has been with McMillan Pazdan Smith for nine years. “We work with public and private colleges and universities throughout the Southeast. My day... news February 23, 2026 Building Bridges: How Bentley Became “The Glue” David Bentley has never let dwarfism define his limits. Instead, the 2012 Anderson University Physical Education graduate has turned his unique journey into a platform for building relationships that ... news January 29, 2026 College of Education Graduate Recognized with Golden Apple Award Dee Irby Self, a graduate of the Anderson University College of Education, feels blessed to have a job that she loves and to be able to help her students succeed academically, just as she was helped w... news October 27, 2025 Accomplished AU Interior Design Graduates Share Their Professional Journey with Current Interior Design Students On October 15, Anderson graduates Susan Peace-Vernon and Baylie Weeks returned to campus to talk with students about their firm, Tribus Design Studio, as well as sister companies, which include Dillar... news October 7, 2025 2025 Homecoming and Family Day During 2025 Homecoming and Family Day, Anderson University alumni and their families joined current students and their families, faculty and staff to enjoy festivities campus-wide on a cool, crisp fal... news September 11, 2025 School District of Pickens County Names College of Education Graduate Gunnels Teacher of the Year The School District of Pickens County (SDPC) named Elizabeth Gunnels, a fifth-grade teacher at Liberty Elementary School and a graduate of the Anderson University College of Education, the 2025–2026 D... news August 12, 2025 Anderson University Announces Retirement of Longtime Enrollment Leader Pam Ross After more than 42 years of distinguished service, Pam Bryant Ross, Senior Vice President for Enrollment Management at Anderson University, has announced her retirement, effective September 1, 2025. R... news August 8, 2025 Alumni Marking Milestones With More Reunions Celebrating alumni milestones is another fun part of the Anderson University experience. That said, several reunion events are being planned. Associate Vice President for Alumni Engagement and Major G... news June 11, 2025 West-Oak Middle School Names Franklin Teacher of the Year Teaching wasn’t Darryl Franklin’s first career choice, but it’s proven to be rewarding for both him and his students. Seeing his passion and dedication for teaching middle schoolers STEM disci... news May 13, 2025 Noted Civil Rights Icon, Global Business Leader, Addresses AU Class of 2025 Ambassador Andrew Young, who played an integral role in the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., addressed graduates and received a standing ovati... news April 18, 2025 Anderson University’s Annual A Day Fundraiser Sets Records Again Anderson University alumni and friends provided nearly $800,000 in student scholarships and campus improvements during the University’s annual A Day campaign on April 3. In all, 1,394 supporter... news March 8, 2025 Education Graduate Named to Palmetto State Teachers Association Board Anderson University College of Education graduate Blake Bishop has been named to the board of the Palmetto State Teachers Association (PSTA) for District 3. District 3 encompasses Anderson, Oconee, Pi... news February 26, 2025 Designing Through Research to Create a Positive Impact In addition to his work as a Commercial Interior Designer, Cole also creates 3D visualizations which help clients fully realize their projects and is capable of designing fully customized branding sol... news February 21, 2025 Denominational Leader Gives Founders Day Message, Outstanding Alumni Honored Anderson University celebrated its ninety-sixth Founders Day February 19 in the Henderson Auditorium of the Rainey Fine Arts Center. Founders Day has become a time when alumni, friends, faculty and st... news January 17, 2025 Biology Graduate Continues Professional Path at Anderson When Chloe Powell was seeking to advance her professional preparation, she looked no further than Anderson University. Powell, who graduated from the Anderson University College of Arts and Sciences ... news January 15, 2025 Van Ness Receives Fitness Award Jackson Van Ness, a graduate of the Anderson University School of Public Service and Administration and a new deputy with the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office, was honored with the Male Fitness Award d... news December 16, 2024 Winter Commencement: Celebrating the Class of 2024 One journey ends, and an exciting new one begins for 2024 Anderson University December graduates. Anderson University conferred bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees to students in two ceremonie... news December 12, 2024 Anderson University to Celebrate 2024 Winter Graduates December 13 Winter 2024 graduates will receive degrees in two commencement ceremonies on December 13 at Anderson University. Both ceremonies will take place in the Henderson Auditorium of the Rainey Fine Arts Cen... news November 25, 2024 Recent AU Graduate Publishing Book A book written by recent Anderson University graduate’s Carson Cawthon Matthews, What the Light Returned: Poems and Prayers for Dark Nights, will soon be published. This will be the first book for M... news November 12, 2024 Homecoming and Family Day 2024 Anderson University alumni and their families joined current students and their families, faculty and staff for Homecoming and Family Week at Anderson University. Despite weather-related delays, Home... ALL NEWS ALL NEWS Save the Date A Day Giving Campaign | March 30th 2023 President’s Gala | April 14-15 Alumni Global Reach Anderson has over 29,000 alumni that can be found in all 50 states and over 56 countries . Anderson seeks to have alumni that go across the globe, for God and humanity. Anderson’s 95 majors and concentrations, along with 17 master’s and doctoral programs allow this to continue the mission of Anderson. Anderson’s combination of quality and affordability, in an intentionally Christian environment, make it a rare find in American Higher Education. It is one of the reasons that Anderson has been rigorously judged by objective external evaluators as one of America’s 100 Best College Buys. Giving That Matters You’re grateful for your AU experience and how that has made a life changing impact on who you are today. When you give back, you’re supporting the University’s continued success, the success our students and your community. Continue your legacy today. MAKE A GIFT TO AU MAKE A GIFT TO AU Anderson University Magazine Anderson University Magazine is published twice a year and explores general interest stories, including articles covering the present happenings, traditions and future of the university. 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Connect With Us ATHLETICS AU Trojans Athletics Website GIVE Give Our Community is Stronger Together Anderson University Magazine A Day-Online Giving Campaign Blackbaud Security Update Board of Visitors Christian Ministry Foundation Development Staff Donor Recognition Gift & Estate Planning Giving to Anderson University Make a Gift Online Parent Association Parent Leadership Council Trojan Athletic Fund Ways to Give ALUMNI Alumni Association AU Network Ways to Get Involved ADMISSION Admission Transfers Special Programs Dual-Enrollment Scholars Program for High School Students Online & Continuous Learning Graduate The University Grace Veterans Scholarships & Aid ACADEMICS Academics Find Your Program College of Arts & Sciences College of Business & Economics College of Christian Studies College of Education College of Engineering College of Health Professions School of Interior Design School of Public Service & Administration The South Carolina School of the Arts Center for Cybersecurity Center for Leadership and Organizations International Graduate School Center for Global Engagement Faculty Directory Innovation & Digital Learning at AU AU PRO Study Abroad Honors College Student Diversity and Outcomes Thrift Library Academic Catalog DEAN’S LIST Student Achievement Commencement Definition of Credit Hour Calendars and Schedules CAMPUS LIFE Campus Life Base Camp Welcome Week Recreation & Fitness Community & Public Service Christian Life Student Activities Campus Housing Dining at AU Thrive Wellness Campus Safety Community, Dignity & Inclusive Campus Family Student Leader Student Handbook Complaint Procedure Curriculum Enhancement Program (CEP) Commuter Engagment Connect With Us ATHLETICS AU Trojans Athletics Website GIVE Give Our Community is Stronger Together Anderson University Magazine A Day-Online Giving Campaign Blackbaud Security Update Board of Visitors Christian Ministry Foundation Development Staff Donor Recognition Gift & Estate Planning Giving to Anderson 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