Roan Scholars
LEADERSHIP PROGRAM 2013–2014 Year in Review
Leadership Excellence. Lifelong Impact. Inspiring and developing our Scholars; serving our campus, the region, and the world.
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here are those experiences, though, that alter one’s life completely, and many of those for
me came at the hand of the Roan. Lucas Hitechew, Class of 2014
Letter to the Steering Committee, June 2, 2014
FROM OUR FOUNDER The Roan Scholars Leadership Program is much more than “just a scholarship”. We want to attract well-rounded, highperforming individuals to ETSU and give them out-of-the classroom opportunities and experiences to further develop their leadership skills and expand their horizons. Selection criteria are character, leadership, intellectual curiosity, and physical vigor. Although the Roan Program is now firmly established, we constantly strive to improve. We have achieved Level II recognition in the Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence Awards Program. Director Scott Jeffress will be a TNCPE Examiner this year. That experience will further enhance our Program quality. Our incoming freshman class size has increased from five to seven Scholars; over the next four years the Program will go from 20 to 28 Scholars. And, we want to keep on growing. By 2022 - our 25th anniversary - I envision the Roan having: • 50 Scholars on campus • The organizational structure to support those Scholars • National and international recognition of Roan Alumni achievements • An endowment exceeding $25 million ETSU and our region are, and will continue to be, better and stronger because of the Roan. However, we MUST expand Program awareness and financial support to realize our true potential for excellence and positive impact. Community and ETSU interest and financial support have elevated the Roan Program to its current quality and stature. Each person serving on our committees or involved in our activities has, and demonstrates, Roan Scholar traits. “THANK YOU!” to everyone involved. If you are not already participating, please join us. If you are involved and can increase your investment, please do.
Louis H. Gump
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FROM THE DIRECTOR Just a year ago, we launched a new Roan website to go along with a simultaneous foray into the world of social media. Over the past 12 months, we have had a great deal to post, share, and tweet about. Current Scholars excelled in leadership roles across campus and Roan Alumni continued to make their mark both professionally and in their home communities. We challenged current Scholars to set the bar even higher for themselves and their peers – and they responded. We talked regularly about truly living out “leadership excellence” on a daily basis – and they did, in a number of new and impressive ways. Our Alumni sought out new ways of connecting with the Roan – and found them; they worked to make a direct, positive impact on current Scholars – and succeeded. We trust the pages that follow will give you a sense of where we’ve been the past year, who our current Scholars and Alumni are, and what we do. The Year in Review allows us to look back, to celebrate the excellence and impact of our Scholars; and it serves as another way of saying ‘thank you’ to all those who enable us to do what we do. As we prepare to welcome our 15th Roan class to the ETSU campus, we’re also looking forward. The Class of 2018 is our largest ever, but we’re already envisioning even greater growth in the next few years. More Roan Scholars, more opportunities for the area’s top student leaders, more positive impact and benefits for the region – and beyond. We believe the Roan is poised for a period of significant growth and opportunity. And as we kick off the 2014-2015 academic year, we’re excited and energized to begin the work that will transform that vision into reality! It’s been said that the Roan changes lives. As I talk with our Alumni, parents, and friends of the Program, their stories consistently remind me of the truth in that statement. Again, thank you to everyone whose gifts and support make that possible. Thanks, too, for sharing our story with others, as we continue expanding the Roan network. We look forward to sharing the next stage of the Roan story with you. All the best,
Scott Jeffress
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he past year has been an amazing journey . . . I’ve learned leadership is all about a lot of things. It’s something that can’t be taught in a book, through one exercise or project, or by any one method. Leadership is a lifelong process of learning, doing, reflecting, and repeating – in all areas of life. It’s a lifestyle, and one I’m thankful for being able to develop through the Roan.
Brad Fisher, Class of 2016
Scholarship Renewal Letter, May 29, 2014
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ROAN YEAR IN REVIEW 2013-2014
August Aug 10-16
Roan Outdoor Leadership Challenge Class of 2017 Various locations in North Carolina, Tennessee
Aug 19 Dell laptop presentation to members of the Class of 2017 President’s Conference Room, Alumni Plaza
Aug 20 Roan Welcome Back Picnic Rotary Park, Johnson City
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External events in italics
Aug 21 Roan non-profit day (Class of 2017) Tri-Cities area
Aug 22-24 ETSU PREVIEW
Aug 23 ETSU Faculty, Student Convocations
Aug 26 Fall semester classes begin
Aug 30 Roan “Leadership in Action” series – Dr. Joe Sherlin, ETSU Vice President for Student Affairs Gump Conference Room
September Sep 13
Professional etiquette workshop hosted by Dr. Amelia Brown Carnegie Hotel
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Sep 20 “Tortilla Experience” team-building and skills development exercise; a partnership with ETSU’s College of Public Health Valleybrook Campus
Sep 28 Roan fall social event – “A Day on the Lake” Holston Lake
October Oct 4 College of Business and Technology / Eastman Chemical Company Leadership Series Executive Briefing: Joseph Grenny, Influencer Millennium Centre
Oct 4-6 National Storytelling Festival International Storytelling Center, Jonesborough, TN
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Oct 9, 16 “Who We Are Counts” workshop – Class of 2017 Gump Conference Room
Oct 14-15 ETSU Fall Break
Oct 18 “Life after ETSU” workshop series pre-professional preparation Gump Conference Room
Oct 20 Race for the Cure 5K Run/Walk Kingsport, TN
Oct 25 Roan “Leadership in Action” series – ETSU Athletics Coaches Panel Gump Conference Room
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November Nov 1-2
Roan Alumni Panel Roan Open House Gump Conference Room Roan Information Session for all Class of 2018 nominees D.P. Culp University Center Auditorium ETSU Homecoming Weekend
Nov 1-3 USPAA Student Summit Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta, GA
Nov 5 Roan Steering Committee meeting Gump Conference Room
Nov 8-9 ETSU “Leading Edge” student leadership conference D.P. Culp University Center
Nov 8, 15 “Life after ETSU” workshop series pre-professional preparation Gump Conference Room
Nov 18-22 Regional selection interviews Various locations - northeast TN
Nov 19 Roan Winter Holiday Social Johnson City, TN
Nov 28-29 ETSU Thanksgiving Break
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December Dec 6
Roan leadership impact seminar Gump Conference Room
Dec 7 ETSU Winter Celebration Alumni Plaza
Dec 9 Roan Senior Recognition Luncheon – Chelsea Booher ‘14 Johnson City, TN
Dec 14 ETSU Commencement MSHA Memorial Center
Dec 15 – Jan 15 ETSU Winter Break
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January Jan 7
Roan Finalist Day – Class of 2018 Gump Conference Room
Jan 11-15 Roan Annual Leadership Experience Chattanooga, TN
Jan 16 Spring semester classes begin
Jan 31 Roan “Leadership in Action” series – Mr. Kiran Sirah, Executive Director, International Storytelling Center Jonesborough, TN
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February Feb 21
“An Evening With the Roan” – a special reception to honor our donors Millennium Centre
March Mar 4
Roan Steering Committee meeting Gump Conference Room
Mar 8-16 ETSU Spring Break
Mar 18-19 Red Bus Project visits ETSU Pedestrian Mall
Mar 21 “Life after ETSU” workshop series pre-professional preparation Gump Conference Room
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Mar 29 ETSU Spring Open House D.P. Culp University Center / ETSU campus
April Apr 1 ETSU Boland Undergraduate Research Symposium Millennium Centre
Apr 3 ETSU-hosted “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event (Part of the International Men’s March to Stop Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence) D.P. Culp University Center – Cave Patio, Campus
Apr 5 1st Northeast TN Wiffle World Series benefit tournament Metro-Kiwanis Park, Johnson City
Apr 11 College of Business & Technology/ Eastman Chemical Company Leadership Series Executive Briefing with Charles Krauthammer, Things that Matter Millennium Centre
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Apr 11-12 Roan “Picture Day” + Welcome Session for the Class of 2018 ETSU Campus
ETSU By-Invitation-Only Orientation D.P. Culp University Center
Apr 15 ETSU Academic Excellence Convocation D. P. Culp University Center – Auditorium
Apr 16 ETSU Summit Awards Ceremony D. P. Culp University Center – Ballroom
Apr 17 Roan Senior Recognition Dinner Class of 2014 Alfred Taylor Salon, Carnegie Hotel
Apr 18 Carl & Kathryn Jones Crisis Communications Workshop – Class of 2015 D.P. Culp University Center East Tennessee Room Roan “Leadership in Action” series – Mr. Alan Levine, CEO Mountain States Health Alliance Corporate Headquarters Johnson City, TN
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Apr 21 Roan Spring Reception Shelbridge
Apr 25 ETSU Relay for Life MSHA Memorial Center
Apr 30 ETSU Spring Fling New ETSU logo unveiling D.P. Culp University Center – Ballroom
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May May 9
Leadercast 2014 Eastman Employee Center Kingsport, TN
May 10 ETSU Commencement MSHA Memorial Center
May 12-17 ETSU-hosted Leadershape Institute Unicoi, TN
Throughout May Scholarship presentations to the Roan Class of 2018 High schools in NC, TN
June Jun 10
Roan Steering Committee meeting Gump Conference Room
Throughout the academic year
Roan Freshman Seminar series; Roan Birthday Celebrations; Intramurals competition; Johnson City Youth Leadership program support Roan Scholars Leadership Program | 15
ROAN SCHOLAR IMPACT
CAMPUS / COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP Mollie Bellows ’14 Residential Technician, Sullivan House group home
James Grindstaff ’17 Secretary of Allocations-designee, Student Government Association (SGA)
Community Living Specialist, Frontier Health Developmental Services
Senator, SGA
Chelsea Booher ’14 Program Director, Middle School Ministry (Tri-Cities Baptist Church)
Chief of Marketing, Red Bus Project at ETSU
Vice-President and Co-Founder, ETSU Lacrosse Club Leadercast 2014 Leadershape Institute at ETSU
Brad Fisher ’16 Chief of Staff-designee, Student Government Association (SGA)
Orientation Leader
Associate Justice, SGA
Carlee Haas ’17 Co-President, To Write Love On Her Arms (ETSU Chapter)
Director, Red Bus Project at ETSU Leadershape Institute at ETSU ETSU representative, USPAA Summit Conference Preview Leader President’s Pride Student Ambassador Sierra Galloway ’15 Preview and Orientation (POLO) Leader President’s Pride Student Ambassador Maddie Gilmer ’16 Captain, Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure (Roan team) Volunteer Coordinator, Red Bus Project at ETSU President’s Pride Student Ambassador Coach (Girls Gymnastics), The Edge Athletics
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Trip Leader, Buccaneer Outdoor Adventure (BOA)
Volunteer Coordinator, Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Professional Honor Society Preview and Orientation (POLO) Leader President’s Pride Student Ambassador Lucas Hitechew ’14 Secretary of Allocations, Student Government Association (SGA) President, Davis Hall (Residential Life) Council ETSU representative, Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature (TISL) 44th General Assembly; Nashville, TN Leadercast 2014 Victoria Howard ’15 President, Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity
Taylor Martin ’17 Patient Care Technician, Holston Valley Medical Center
Michael Stallard ’15 Executive Board member, St. Jude Up ’Til Dawn at ETSU Captain, ETSU Intramurals Team
Zach McCamey ’15 Chief Justice, Student Government Association (SGA) Vice-President, Pre-Law Society Captain, ETSU Intramurals Team Chief of Operations, Red Bus Project at ETSU Preview and Orientation (POLO) Leader Chandler Parris ’17 Event planner, Colleges against Cancer Matt Pencarinha ’14 Vice-President, Entrepreneur Club Guest speaker, Youth Camp Meetings, Panama City, Panama Guest Speaker, 2013 Tennessee Skills USA conference; Kingsport, TN National Student Leadership Forum Leadercast 2014 President’s Pride Student Ambassador Millie Robinson ’17 Small Group Leader, Middle School Ministry (Grace Fellowship Church) Audrey Smith ’16 Student representative, Hands On! Museum board of directors Small group leader/mentor, The Well Ministry President’s Pride Student Ambassador
Leadercast 2014 Preview and Orientation (POLO) Leader President’s Pride Student Ambassador Austin Wike ’16 Resident Advisor (RA) Diversity Educator Leadershape Institute at ETSU ETSU representative, USPAA Summit Conference President’s Pride Student Ambassador Erika Wild ’14 President, Gamma Sigma Alpha National Greek Academic Honor Society Vice-President and Health Sciences Representative, Public Health Student Council Vice-President, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Sierra Wilson ’16 Vice-President, Lambda Pi Eta Communications Honor Society President’s Pride Student Ambassador Alicyn York ’15 Secretary/Treasurer, Student Government Association (SGA) President, College Republicans Vice-President for Membership Education, Alpha Delta Pi Sorority Vice-President, Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society Roan Scholars Leadership Program | 17
ROAN SCHOLAR IMPACT
AWARDS
ACADEMIC HONORS
Brad Fisher ’16 Student Government Association (SGA) Associate Justice of the Year
Summa Cum Laude graduates Chelsea Booher ’14 Lucas Hitechew ’14
Lucas Hitechew ’14 Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges Student Government Association (SGA) Cabinet Member of the Year Outstanding Student – Department of Communication Victoria Howard ’15 Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Society ’Brother of the Year’ Award, Superior Leadership Award, and ’Ms. Phi Sigma Pi’ Award Erika Wild ’14 Dorothy Shaw Leadership Award (Alpha Delta Pi’s highest individual award – 29 recipients internationally in 2014) Alpha Delta Pi Foundation 150th Anniversary National Scholarship Recipient Gamma Sigma Alpha Graduate Scholarship Recipient (National level)
Erika Wild ’14 Magna Cum Laude graduate Mollie Bellows ’14 Golden Key International Honour Society Chelsea Booher ’14 Michael Stallard ’15 Erika Wild ’14 The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Chelsea Booher ’14 Erika Wild ’14 Dean’s List Mollie Bellows ’14 Chelsea Booher ’14
ETSU nominee, Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship
Brad Fisher ’16
Outstanding Student – Department of Health Sciences
Maddie Gilmer ’16
Sierra Wilson ’16 Paul Walwrick Emerging Scholars Award (Outstanding Student - Division of Communication Studies) Alicyn York ’15 Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges ETSU nominee: Truman Scholarship competition; Tennessee Board of Regents Student Representative
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Lucas Hitechew ’14 Taylor Martin ’17 Zach McCamey ’15 Millie Robinson ’17 Audrey Smith ’16 Michael Stallard ’15 Erika Wild ’14 Sierra Wilson ’16
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he trip to Chattanooga was inspirational . . . This experience showed me that when
skills and passions are combined, great things can happen. I do not want to be an ordinary teacher; I want to be an extraordinary teacher who goes above and beyond to serve her students, and to impact lives on a daily basis. Audrey Smith, Class of 2016
Scholarship Renewal Letter, May 29, 2014
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SUMMER 2014 ENRICHMENT EXPERIENCES
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE ETSU Study Abroad Program Quito, Ecuador (and multiple other locations in the country) International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) University of Central Lancashire; Preston, Lancashire, UK (Fall Semester 2013) Tennessee Consortium for International Studies (TnCIS) Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin Medical Mission Trip Montrouis, Haiti (Spring 2014) Speaking engagements, Youth Camp meetings Panama City, Panama
NON-PROFIT / CHARITABLE / EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Girls, Inc. of Johnson City / Washington County, TN International Storytelling Center; Jonesborough, TN Office of Student Affairs, ETSU; Johnson City, TN River’s Way; Bluff City, TN Speedway Children’s Charities; Bristol, TN
GOVERNMENTAL / HEALTH CARE U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee; Washington D.C. Family Eye Care Center; Elizabethton, TN Holston Valley Medical Center; Kingsport, TN Niswonger Children’s Hospital, Mountain States Health Alliance (MSHA); Johnson City, TN Regional Eye Care Center; Kingsport, TN Remote Area Medical Clinic; Knoxville, TN (Spring 2014) Woodridge Hospital, MSHA; Johnson City, TN
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Also this summer, Sean Collins ’12 represented the U.S. in the biennial Solar Decathlon Europe 2014 competition, in Versailles, France. Team Maison Reciprocity, a cross-disciplinary group of participants from Appalachian State University and France’s Université d’Angers, was one of just 20 international teams chosen to design, build, and operate a cost-effective, energy-efficient and attractive solarpowered house, as part of this extremely competitive event. Roan Scholars Leadership Program | 21
ROAN CLASS OF 2014 Mollie Elizabeth Bellows Mollie graduated from ETSU with a B.A. in Foreign Languages (concentration in Spanish) and a minor in Special Education. At ETSU, Mollie worked in the Language and Culture Resource Center, teaching English as a Second Language; held multiple leadership positions with the Climbing team; and was a member of Sigma Delta Pi honor society. In the community, she served as a youth minister at Cherokee United Methodist Church, worked extensively with juvenile delinquents in Sullivan County, and held a supervisory role at a residential summer camp for youth with special needs. Beginning in fall 2014, she will begin the Master of Education in Special Education program at ETSU and serve as a Graduate Assistant.
Chelsea Hopkins Booher Chelsea is a graduate of Sullivan South High School and majored in Mathematics at ETSU, graduating summa cum laude in December 2013. A member of both Golden Key Honor Society and Phi Kappa Phi, she spent the majority of her time outside the classroom working with youth at Tri-Cities Baptist Church. As Program Director for the middle school ministry, Chelsea led student groups on multiple out-of-state trips and served as logistics coordinator for a weekend conference attended by over 500 students. During the summer of 2014, she and her husband moved to Portland, Oregon, where she’s coaching gymnastics and closely involved with a new church plant initiative.
Lucas Christopher Hitechew Lucas Hitechew is a graduate of Cloudland High School in Roan Mountain. During his time at ETSU, he served as an SGA Senator and as a part of the SGA President’s Cabinet as the Secretary of Allocations. He was a part of the National Residence Hall Honorary, Alpha Lambda Delta, Residence Hall Association Hall Councils, ETSU Commmunication Studies Association, and Sigma Alpha Pi. He volunteered in the community by waiting tables at Feast of Joy to raise money for a local domestic violence shelter, singing at local nursing homes, and volunteering at 4-H Camp in Carter County, as an adult leader. Lucas graduated summa cum laude with a double major in International Affairs and Communication Studies. He is currently working in the Athletics Department at Milligan College, and plans to pursue a graduate degree in organizational consulting. 22 | 2013-2014 Year in Review
Matthew Thomas Pencarinha Matt graduated in May 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management (concentration in Logistics/Supply Chain Management) and a minor in Leadership Studies. He began his business career in Pal’s Owner/Operator training following graduation, and hopes to have his own store within the next three years. He regularly volunteers at Summit Leadership Foundation and serves on the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce Youth Leadership Board. He plans to remain an Owner/ Operator with Pal’s, and to create community initiatives that help people sharpen their leadership skills and/or start their own businesses.
Erika Love Wild Erika is a 2010 graduate of Cocke County High School. A Health Sciences major (concentration in Human Health) with a minor in Chemistry, she served her senior year as president of Gamma Sigma Alpha Greek Honor Society, and vice president of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. Erika was also active in the College of Public Health Student Council, serving as Vice President and representing the Health Sciences Department; with the Association of Interprofessional Healthcare Students as an Executive Board Member and Historian; and with the Public Health Student Association, where she served as President, Vice President and Secretary. An Executive Board Member for Alpha Delta Pi sorority, she was awarded the 2013 Ruth Pretty Palmer Panhellenic Award – a national-level honor which recognizes the top six sorority members in the nation for their commitment and leadership to the Panhellenic community. The recipient of numerous awards for excellence at ETSU, this past year Erika was named the Outstanding Student in the Department of Health Sciences, and graduated summa cum laude with a 4.0 GPA. Beginning fall 2014, Erika will be attending Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Carolinas Campus.
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ROAN CLASS OF 2015 Sierra Alexis Galloway A graduate of Science Hill High School, Sierra earned acceptance into ETSU’s College of Nursing and plans - after graduation in December 2015 - to become a Nurse Practitioner working with obstetrics and gynecology. Sierra is an active supporter of Autism Speaks, Rapha House, and the American Diabetes Foundation. At ETSU, she also works with incoming students as a Preview and Orientation Leader intern in the Student Affairs Office, volunteers with the Student Government Concert Committee, and is a member of the Student Nurses Association, President’s Pride, and BucWild. She greatly enjoys promoting school spirit – and every part of being a Buccaneer!
Victoria Ashley Howard Victoria Howard graduated from Sevier County High School, where she was involved in multiple community service organizations and peer tutoring. At ETSU, she is majoring in Health Sciences with a concentration in Microbiology. She is pursuing a career in optometry while working as an optometric assistant. Victoria has studied abroad in India and traveled to Haiti to participate in eye clinics in remote villages. She has served as Recruitment Advisor, Vice President, and President of the Epsilon Xi Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity at ETSU. Aside from class work, Victoria enjoys photography as a hobby.
Zachary Lynn McCamey Zach is a graduate of West Greene High School where he served as a class officer for four years and as secretary and president of the Student Council. He was also game leader for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and played basketball and baseball. At ETSU, Zach currently serves as the Vice-President of the Pre-Law Society on campus, and the Chief Justice of the Student Government Association; he is also a Preview and Orientation leader. Zach is heavily involved in the intramural sports program on campus, and recently captained his team to another “Centennial Cup” as intramural champions. Last year, Zach also served on a Committee for 125 task force that helped develop ETSU’s vision for the next 25 years.
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Michael Donald Stallard Michael graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School where he participated in football, weightlifting and track. He was involved in a tutoring program, Key Club, Health Occupations Students of America and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. At ETSU, he is a member of President’s Pride, Preview and Orientation Leaders Organization and is on the St. Jude Up Till Dawn board. He is also a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta honor fraternity. Michael has also been very involved in campus intramurals and was a member of the team that won two consecutive “Centennial Cup” championships. He was accepted for a summer 2014 internship at the Regional Eye Center in Kingsport, and plans to attend medical school following graduation.
Alicyn Rebekah York A 2011 graduate of Daniel Boone High School, Alicyn is a political science major who served last year as ETSU’s Student Government Association (SGA) Secretary/ Treasurer. Involved in numerous aspects of student life and Greek life on campus, Alicyn has served both as Membership Education Vice President in Alpha Delta Pi sorority, and as a Panhellenic Delegate; she is also President of College Republicans, Vice President of Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society, and a student ambassador with President’s Pride. This past year, Alicyn served as ETSU’s student representative on the Washington County Government Affiliations Committee, was ETSU’s nominee for the Truman Scholarship Program, earned recognition in Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities, and interned in Washington D.C., with the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Alicyn works in the Advisement Resources Career Center (ARC) on campus and teaches piano. Her parents are Robert and Robin York of Mount Carmel.
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ROAN CLASS OF 2016 Bradford Sterling Fisher Brad graduated from Gatlinburg-Pittman High School, and is majoring in Logistics with a minor in Psychology. During his first year at ETSU, he was selected as a member of President’s Pride, and participated on the intramural team that won the coveted “Centennial Cup”; he was also selected as a member of the inaugural class of the Emerging Leader’s Academy, and served as the Marketing Director for the Red Bus Project’s first visit to ETSU. Last summer, he went on a medical and anthropology expedition in India and interned for Coalition for Kids – a local non-profit. This past year he served as the Director for the Red Bus Project at ETSU, and as an Associate Justice in the Student Government Association (SGA), earning recognition as the “Associate Justice of the Year.” For the 2014-2015 year, he’ll serve as a Preview Leader, Co-Director for President’s Pride, and as Chief of Staff for the SGA.
Mary Madeline Gilmer Maddie graduated from Tennessee High School where she served as president of her senior class, president of the Anchor Club and vice president of the National Honors Society. She was a member of the Beta Club, Student Council, the track and field team, the varsity cheerleading squad, and the Madrigals Honors Choir. Maddie also initiated a “Viking Pink Out” campaign to help raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. At ETSU, she is a member of President’s Pride, and is majoring in exercise science, with the goal of eventually becoming an occupational therapist. She also works with children in the community, as a gymnastics coach.
Audrey Lee Smith Audrey graduated from Abingdon High School where she served as president of her sophomore, junior and senior classes. She also served as class representative on the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Team and as the school board liaison. She was the founder and vice president of the Youth Alive Club. At ETSU, Audrey is majoring in Elementary Education. She graduated from the first class of the Dr. Brenda White Wright Emerging Leaders Academy, and is a member of President’s Pride. Audrey leads a Bible study for freshman and transfer girls and serves on The Well Ministry Leadership Team. She also enjoys playing on an intramural soccer team. Audrey serves on the board for the Hands On! Museum, and worked this past summer with the local non-profit organization, Girls Incorporated of Johnson City / Washington County. 26 | 2013-2014 Year in Review
William Austin Wike Austin is the son of Mitchell and Traci Wike and resides in Canton, NC. He graduated from Pisgah High School, where he was a member of the Leo Club, the Key Club, and the National Honor Society and - along with his brother - founded the Diversity and Inclusion Club, which strives to educate the school about diversity. At ETSU he has been active in student outreach and education as a Diversity Educator and Resident Advisor. Austin has served as both an intern and volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club of Washington County last summer and studied abroad in Ecuador this summer. In the fall he plans on playing as a member of ETSU’s football team, along with his younger brother, Hunter.
Sierra Elizabeth Wilson Sierra graduated from Ashe County High School, where she attended the Governor’s School-East and was the state’s representative to the FBI National Academy Youth Leadership Program. A member of the basketball team and the captain of her tennis team, she also volunteered with the Mission Friends, Operation Christmas Child, the Feast in the Fields program, and a Prayer Shawl Ministry. Sierra was involved in the school music program and has received numerous awards in bluegrass band, fiddle and folk songs competitions. At ETSU, she participates in Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Studies, the Public Health Student Association, and is an Honors-inDiscipline student in Communication Studies. This past summer, Sierra worked as a member of the marketing team with Skybest Communications in western North Carolina. She plans to graduate in December 2014.
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ROAN CLASS OF 2017 James William Grindstaff James graduated from Unaka High School and is the son of Jerry and Teresa Grindstaff of Elizabethton. Captain of his high school football team and senior class treasurer, he was actively involved in numerous other school organizations, including membership in the National Honor Society and serving as president of both the Spanish Club and Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). He was also an active volunteer within the Stoney Creek community, serving with a local daycare service, the Christmas Angels project, Unaka Baptist Church, and a school restoration effort sponsored by Lowe’s. At ETSU, James is heavily involved with the Outdoor Recreation program, and with the Student Government Association – in which he’s been appointed as Secretary of Allocations for the 2014-2015 academic year. He plans to pursue a career in international affairs.
Carlee Dawn Haas Carlee is a graduate of North Greene High School in Greeneville, where she was the cofounder of the school’s anti-bullying awareness club, and founder of the “To Write Love On Her Arms” (TWLOHA) organization, which organizes volunteer efforts at local rehabilitation centers, coordinates counseling (both peer and professional) for students, and addresses mental healthrelated issues (such as depression, addiction, and suicide) which affect teens. She also served as captain of the Color Guard and Winter Guard teams, editor of the school newspaper, vice president of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and member of both Upward Bound and the school’s Science Club. During her freshman year at ETSU, Carlee was selected as both a Preview and Orientation Leader and a student ambassador with President’s Pride; she is also involved with TWLOHA, and the Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Professional Honor Society. Carlee’s career plans include attending medical school and becoming a surgeon.
Taylor Anne Martin A graduate of Sullivan Central High School and the Bristol Youth Leadership program, Taylor remains heavily involved as a youth leader in local community and church activities. A youth minister for Wyld Life (a Kingsport Young Life program for middle school students), she also serves as a student mentor at the YWCA and volunteers at Holston Middle School. During high school, she was a member of the National Honor Society, Beta Club, and both the Science and Math National Honor societies, as well as a varsity soccer player, student minister with Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), and a member of the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) team. At ETSU, Taylor is involved with many clubs and organizations, including HOSA, The Well - a Christian ministry, and intramural soccer. She volunteers at the Johnson City Medical Center while also working at Holston Valley Medical Center, as a Patient Care Technician. She resides with her mother, Helen Martin, in Kingsport. Taylor plans to pursue a career in nursing and eventually earn her doctorate as a nurse practitioner. 28 | 2013-2014 Year in Review
Chandler Caroline Parris Chandler hails from Canton, NC, and is a graduate of Pisgah High School. The first-ever female member of the school’s Key Club, she served during her senior year as the club’s president and was active in the organization at district level. A student council class representative during her sophomore, junior, and senior years, she was a class officer, a National Honor Society member and photo editor for the school yearbook, a member of the cross country and track teams, and involved with Pep Club, Leo Club, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). Additionally, she served as a freshman mentor, working weekly with the students in a 9th grade homeroom, and mentored elementary school students through the “Breakfast of Champions” program. Outside of school, Chandler volunteers with Open Door Ministries and at a local soup kitchen, and has been actively involved each year with the local Relay for Life event. Having participated regularly with “World Changers” and gone on multiple mission trips with that organization, she travelled during the summer of 2013 to Huntington, WV. Chandler plans to pursue a career in pharmacy. Her parents are Stephen and Shawn Parris.
Millie Patricia Robinson Millie is the daughter of Marc Robinson and Hazel Fulton Robinson, and lives with her mother in Johnson City. She is a graduate of Science Hill High School, where she was co-founder and president of the Science Hill Ambassadors Club, vice president of the National Beta Club, a student leader with the “First Priority of Science Hill” club, and chapter president of the school’s Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) team. Also active in her community, Millie taught Sunday School, volunteered with the Parent Teacher Student Association and Rise Up! Mentoring program, and was an assistant tennis coach. During her senior year, she also tutored other students. The recipient of numerous individual awards for academic excellence, Millie also helped her HOSA team earn many state and regional-level awards in the medical reading and public service announcement competitions. She plans to pursue a career in elementary education.
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ROAN ALUMNI – CLASS OF 2004 Heather Jones Cook • Class of 2004 Heather is involved in numerous volunteer roles. She serves on the Kingsport Planning Commission, is a member of the Communications Committee for the United Way of Greater Kingsport, a member of the Rotary Club of Kingsport, and is a leadership trainer for the Dobyns-Bennett High School Band. She also remains highly devoted to the Roan Scholars Leadership Program as an alumna and is currently participating on the Roan Growth Task Force. In 2012, she earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, from ETSU. In 2013, she received The Business Journal’s “40 Under Forty” award for her work as the Executive Director of the Foundation at Northeast State Community College. Heather, her husband, Lafe, and their daughter reside in Kingsport, TN.
Kristin Truman Farr • Class of 2004 After graduating from ETSU in the spring of 2004, Kristin attended medical school at the James H. Quillen College of Medicine and graduated in spring 2008. She completed her internship in residency in pediatrics and is currently working at the Niswonger Children’s Hospital in Johnson City. Kristin, her husband Jason, and their sons reside in Johnson City.
Carolyn “Addie” Estepp Jarrett • Class of 2004 Addie graduated from ETSU in 2004 with a major in Environmental Health. Upon graduation she pursued a career as a Naturalist with the Georgia DNR/State Parks system and worked as a Naturalist at Unicoi State Park in Helen, Georgia. Addie and her husband, Mark, live in Cornelius, Georgia.
Julie Harless Keeton • Class of 2004 Julie graduated from ETSU with a major in Public Health in 2006 and is the proud mother of seven children. She home-schools her children and serves as an advocate for congenital heart defects. She is the family spokesperson for the Gift of Life Family House, and volunteers for Kari’s Heart Foundation. This fall, she and her husband, Adam, will launch a non-profit organization, “Weston’s Warriors,” in honor of their son, who passed away this past spring at age 7, after a courageous and inspiring battle involving multiple open-heart surgeries and other procedures.
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ROAN ALUMNI – CLASS OF 2005 Glen Allen Barnett • Class of 2005 Allen became an Officer in the United States Navy after graduating from ETSU in 2005. After completing Basic Underwater Diver/Seal training (BUD/S), he became a U.S. Navy SEAL. Allen has served his nation in Africa, Asia, Central/South America, Europe and the Middle East. He returned to the U.S. earlier this year after an assignment in Europe, and is currently stationed on the East Coast.
Mikki Glover Hale • Class of 2005 Since graduating with a marketing degree in 2005, Mikki has been managing her family business, Shadrack Productions in Bristol, home of Shadrack Campground, Christmas Wonderland and Shadrack Watersports. The Campground has grown from undeveloped farmland to one of the region’s premier camping destinations, while Shadrack Watersports continues to be one of the leading boat dealers in East Tennessee, and Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland - featuring multiple shows located in cities throughout the eastern U.S - is one of the largest drive-through, synchronized LED light and music shows of its kind in the world. She actively serves as a worship leader at Highlands Fellowship Church. Mikki and her husband, Brandon, live in Johnson City and remain very involved with the Roan Program.
Brittany Smith Hollingsworth • Class of 2005 Brittany graduated from ETSU with a B.S. in Biology in 2005. She then earned her Master of Arts in teaching from Carson-Newman College in December of 2006. Since that time, Brittany has taught science at the 7th, 8th, and 9th grade levels. She currently teaches 7th grade science at Mosheim Middle School in Greene County. She and her husband, Ryan, reside in Whitesburg, TN.
Brian Thomas McCormack • Class of 2005 Brian graduated from ETSU in 2005 with a B.A. in Political Science and in 2010 earned a law degree from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. He is currently employed by the State of Tennessee as Assistant to the Governor for Boards and Commissions. He resides in Nashville, TN.
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ROAN ALUMNI – CLASS OF 2006 Philip Joel Benfield • Class of 2006 Philip graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC, in 2010. He completed an internship in General Surgery at ETSU then returned to Winston-Salem to complete a residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. He currently resides and practices in Kernersville, NC.
Aya Fukuda • Class of 2006 Following her time at ETSU, Aya was in the inaugural class of the Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy, graduating in May 2012, with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She completed her Pharmacy Practice Residency at the University of Texas at Austin and is currently employed with HEB Pharmacy in Austin, TX. She serves as a preceptor for student pharmacists and volunteers at the Volunteer Healthcare Clinic.
Keely Richardson Goodwin • Class of 2006 Keely is a native of Elizabethton, where she graduated as valedictorian from Elizabethton High School. She graduated as salutatorian from ETSU in 2006, majoring in Economics and Marketing. During her time at ETSU, Keely served as president of the American Marketing Association, Omicron Delta Kappa, and was named Outstanding Marketing Major for the College of Business & Technology. She completed internships with Hunter, Smith & Davis, a Tri-Cities law firm, and with Eastman Chemical Company, in marketing communications. Following graduation, Keely joined Eastman Chemical in Kingsport, and has held numerous positions within the marketing, global sales and business development divisions. She is currently working as a Business Manager for the company’s Adhesives division, and plans to pursue her MBA in coming years. Keely, her husband, Nathan, and daughter, Jovie, reside in Elizabethton, TN.
Carolyn Michele Richards • Class of 2006 Michele graduated from ETSU in 2008 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She is currently working as the Pediatric Physical Therapist for a school system in East Tennessee. She also has a small photography business and runs an online vintage clothing shop.
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ROAN ALUMNI – CLASSES OF 2007/2008 Erin Collins Shores • Class of 2007 Erin graduated from ETSU in May 2007, with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and began working for Holston Home for Children in Greeneville, TN, as a Child and Family Specialist. Currently, she is a Foster Parent Recruiter/Trainer for Holston Home and is pursuing a Master of Science in Social Work at the University of Tennessee. She serves as Secretary on the board of directors for Gifts for Kids, a charity in Greene County, TN. She and her husband, Josh, and their son reside in Greeneville.
Benjamin Joseph (B.J.) Whitt • Class of 2007 After completing his Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2007, B.J. graduated from the James H. Quillen College of Medicine in 2011. He completed a preliminary year in internal medicine at ETSU and is now completing his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Louisville. Further plans for his future include completing a fellowship in mammography.
Caroline Ross Williams • Class of 2007 After graduating from ETSU in 2007, Caroline was awarded the Dean’s Scholarship and attended Liberty University School of Law in Lynchburg, VA. While in law school, she served as an editor of the Law Review and as a clerk for the Honorable William G. Petty, a justice on the Virginia Court of Appeals. Caroline is now a licensed attorney in both Tennessee and Virginia, and is licensed to practice in both state and federal courts. She is an Associate at Hunter, Smith & Davis, LLP, where she specializes in civil and commercial litigation, insurance defense, and personal injury. She serves in several legal associations and remains actively involved with the Roan Program and ETSU. Caroline resides in Kingsport, TN, with her husband, Jason.
Stephen Miller Linebarger • Class of 2008 Stephen graduated from ETSU in December 2008. While there, he was heavily involved in the Student Government Association, appointed as Chief Justice during 2006-2007 and elected Vice President the following year. He was an intramural football and basketball official, and was the Assistant Executive Producer for Radio with the Buccaneer Sports Network. An honor graduate of the Jim Evans’ Academy of Professional Umpiring, he worked for three years as a professional Minor League Baseball umpire. He now lives in Nashville, where he is preparing for potential postgraduate studies.
Allison Lowe Ferguson • Class of 2008 Allison graduated from Purdue University-Indianapolis with a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, in May 2010. Currently, she is a Psychotherapist at Pasadena Villa’s Smoky Mountain Lodge, a premier provider of residential psychiatric services for adults with serious and persistent mental health disorders. She will become a board-certified Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider designation in March 2015. She and her husband, Ben, live in Knoxville, TN. Roan Scholars Leadership Program | 33
ROAN ALUMNI – CLASS OF 2009 Whitney Renee Anderson • Class of 2009 At the end of her junior year at ETSU, Whitney was admitted to the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy where she served as a Student Ambassador. She was also a member and the secretary of the Kappa Epsilon professional fraternity and a dean’s list student. Having graduated in May 2012, she is currently employed with Walgreen’s Pharmacy in Elizabethton. Active in the community, she can frequently be found taking blood pressure readings at a local senior center, assisting with flu shot clinics, and generally helping promote medical awareness and healthier lifestyles for people in the region.
Brittany Lynita Moore • Class of 2009 Brittany graduated in 2009 with a degree in Biology and completed her Master of Science in Biology with a concentration in Biomedical Sciences in 2012. She is an active participant in the Teach Tennessee Commissioners Fellows Program and is currently teaching secondary sciences and biology at Sullivan North High School where she advises the Key Club, Raider Revolution, Environmental Club, and coaches volleyball.
Phillip Clay Ross • Class of 2009 Phillip graduated in 2009 with a B.S. in Accounting. He attended Wake Forest School of Law, where he received the prestigious Fletcher Scholarship, served as a Notes & Comments editor of the Law Review, and graduated magna cum laude in 2012. Phillip is now an Associate at Robinson, Bradshaw & Hinson, P.A. in Charlotte, N.C., where he resides with his wife, Liz, and his daughter, Emery. Phillip’s practice areas include general corporate work, lending, mergers and acquisitions, securities, and intellectual property licensing.
Tim William Vanthournout • Class of 2009 After completing his undergraduate degree in management at ETSU, Tim completed his Master of Education at Milligan College and received his teaching certification in grades 7-12 in Mathematics, Business and Marketing. He currently teaches Personal Finance at Science Hill High School and serves as Head Coach for Freshman and Junior Varsity Football, as well as Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach.
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ROAN ALUMNI – CLASSES OF 2010/2011 Amber Preston Butler • Class of 2010 Amber graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in December 2009. During her last summer of college, Amber participated in a study abroad program in Guaranda, Ecuador, where she completed a minor in Spanish. After college she initially worked at the Johnson City Medical Center and Tri-Cities Gastroenterology’s Center for Digestive Wellness. Since completing her Master of Science in Nursing Family Nurse practitioner degree at King College, and successfully passing the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) board certification in 2013, she now works as a Nurse Practitioner with East Tennessee Brain and Spine. She and her husband reside in Kingsport, TN.
Joshua Stanley Culbert • Class of 2010 Josh completed his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accountancy in the spring of 2010, and his Master of Accountancy in the spring of 2012. He is currently preparing for the CPA exam. Josh is currently employed at Wofford Brothers Insurance Agency in Johnson City, TN, where he serves as Accounting / Systems Manager. He and his wife, Casey (also an ETSU graduate), remain actively involved with Roan Alumni activities.
Sabrina Satterfield Prosser • Class of 2010 Sabrina graduated, summa cum laude, in December 2009 with a B.S.Ed. While at ETSU she was President of Alpha Delta Pi, an inductee into the Leadership Hall of Fame and a member of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. In December 2011 she graduated from Liberty University with a M.Ed. in School Counseling. She is currently working to become a certified Behavior Analyst through a graduate certificate program at George Mason University. She and her husband live in Fort Polk, LA.
Katharine Elizabeth Jones • Class of 2011 Katie graduated summa cum laude in 2011 with a B.S. in Political Science and a double minor in Legal Studies and Criminal Justice. While at ETSU she interned for Judge James P. Jones in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, and worked at the Sullivan County Register of Deeds Office. Katie attended the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, where she received the prestigious Herbert Herff Presidential Law Scholarship, served as notes editor on the University of Memphis Law Review, and graduated magna cum laude in the top 10 percent of her class in 2014. Katie has served as a law clerk with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in both Abingdon, VA, and Memphis, TN, and was admitted to practice in federal court. She plans to pursue a career as a Federal Prosecutor with the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Christopher Ryan Mynhier • Class of 2011 Chris graduated in May 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in Nursing. While at ETSU, he was involved with the Admissions Ambassadors, President’s Pride, Student Nurses’ Association, and the Health Occupations Students of America chapter at ETSU. Chris served as Public Relations Committee Co-Chair and Vice-President for ETSU’s Habit for Humanity. He was also selected for the Honors-in-Discipline program for the College of Nursing. He is employed at Sycamore Shoals Hospital in Elizabethton. Roan Scholars Leadership Program | 35
ROAN ALUMNI – CLASS OF 2012 Sean McNeil Collins • Class of 2012 Sean graduated in May 2012 with a degree in Physical Education and a concentration in Exercise Science. In May 2014, he graduated with a master’s degree in Sustainable Design and Construction at Appalachian State University. He spent the summer of 2014 in Versailles, France, finishing a two-year solar home project through ASU – and participating as a team member in the biennial Solar Decathlon Europe competition. Sean was married in August of 2013.
Grace McCord Collins • Class of 2012 Grace graduated in December 2011 with a degree in Human Services and a minor in Accounting. She is currently in the second year of a master’s program at ETSU, pursuing a degree in Public Health with a concentration in Community Health. After finishing in December 2014, she and her husband Sean plan on pursuing international non-profit work within their fields of interest.
Daniel Justin Miller • Class of 2012 Daniel graduated in May 2012, with a B.S. in Biological Sciences. At ETSU, he served as the Chief Justice of the SGA Student Court, President of the Preview and Orientation Leaders Organization (POLO) and as Advertising Manager of the campus newspaper, the East Tennessean. He was also a member of President’s Pride and the Centennial Planning Committee, and participated in three medical mission trips to Mexico. Daniel is currently attending optometry school at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Following his anticipated graduation in May 2016, Daniel plans to establish a private practice in Northeast Tennessee.
Edwina Michelle Morris • Class of 2012 Edwina graduated from ETSU in the spring of 2012 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a minor in Leadership Studies. While enrolled at ETSU she served in various leadership roles on campus and in the community of Johnson City while also being an employee at the National Healthcare Corporation in Johnson City. She was a member of President’s Pride, American Medical Student Association, the Public Health Student Association, Admissions Ambassadors, and was co-president of the NAACP chapter at ETSU. She is starting the second year of a Master of Public Health program in Health Policy and Management at the University of Tennessee and holds a Quality Management position at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital in Knoxville.
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ROAN ALUMNI – CLASS OF 2013 Emily Kate Eisenhower • Class of 2013 Emily is a graduate of Cocke County High School. At ETSU she served as the President of Alpha Delta Pi, Associate Justice on the SGA Student Court, Preview and Orientation Leaders board member, was a member of President’s Pride, and was a representative on the Student Organization Leadership Council for Medical Professions Advisement. She also co-founded and was President of the Pre-Optometry Club at ETSU. Emily was a member of the Chemistry Club, the American Medical Students Association, Relay for Life Committee, and several honor societies. In the community she volunteered at Healing Hands Health Center and the Southern Appalachian Ronald McDonald House. Having graduated summa cum laude from ETSU, she is currently in her second year at the Southern College of Optometry, in Memphis.
Cheyna Haas Galloway • Class of 2013 Cheyna is a 2009 graduate of North Greene High School. On campus, Cheyna served as VicePresident of the ETSU Forensics and Debate Team, was a member of both ETSU’s Climbing Club and ETSU Prevention through Education, Awareness, and Knowledge of Suicide (ETSU PEAKS), and played on numerous intramural teams. Cheyna also founded and served as President of the ETSU chapter of “To Write Love on Her Arms” (TWLOHA), which seeks to raise awareness regarding depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. In the spring of 2011 she was named Chapter Leader of the Year during a national awards ceremony and Outstanding Organizational President at the ETSU Summit Award ceremony. ETSU’s TWLOHA chapter was named national Chapter of the Year for 2011 and 2012. Cheyna graduated in May 2014, having double-majored in Clinical Psychology and Philosophy, with a minor in Sociology. She plans to pursue a doctorate in Clinical Psychology to prepare her for a career in psychological research.
Craig Woods Mitcham • Class of 2013 Craig graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School. At ETSU he served as a member of President’s Pride, the Preview and Orientation Leader Organization (POLO), a worship leader at the Wesley Foundation, an Admissions Ambassador, and was a member of ETSU’s firstever Atlantic Sun Championship Men’s Soccer team. In the summer of 2011, he participated in ETSU’s Study Abroad Program in Rome. After graduation, Craig worked as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant at the Regional Eye Center. He was accepted into Liberty University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine and will begin classes in August 2014. Craig plans a career in medicine that will also allow him to do regular overseas mission work.
Shianne Grace Murray • Class of 2013 Shianne graduated from Mitchell High School. A member of the American Medical Students Association, Chemistry Club, President’s Pride, Phi Sigma Pi Honors Fraternity and Alpha Omega Christian fraternity, she served as the president of the Centennial Hall Council for two years and as a Senator and a member of the Concert Committee for SGA. Shianne also served on the Leadership Board for ETSU’s Habitat for Humanity and has been very involved in intramural sports. She served as a Registered American Heart Association First Aid and BLS CPR Instructor and volunteered in the Cuddler Program in the Neonatal ICU at the Johnson City Medical Center. Shianne graduated as a Health Science Major with a Women’s Studies minor, and plans a career in medicine, focusing on women’s health. Roan Scholars Leadership Program | 37
REGIONAL SELECTION COMMITTEE Mr. Jason Berry Executive Director, VA Highlands Small Business Incubator; Councilman; Town of Abingdon, VA
Mr. Mark Eades Chief Operations Officer, Johnson City Power Board; Johnson City, TN
Mr. Brian McCormack (Roan ’05) Assistant to the Governor for Boards and Commissions; Nashville, TN
Ms. Carla Bewley Community volunteer; Board of Directors, Heritage Community Bank; Greeneville, TN
Mr. Scott E. Galpin, CPCU, CLU Sales Leader Northeast Tennessee State Farm Insurance Companies; Johnson City, TN
Ms. Tina McDaniel Manager, Sprint-Nextel; Johnson City, TN Dr. Richard McGowan Gastroenterologist; Johnson City, TN
Mr. Jerry Black* Retired – Owner, Old South Ironworks; Jonesborough, TN
Mr. Joe Grandy* President/General Manager, Ferguson Enterprises, Inc; Johnson City, TN
Ms. Kathy Boone Retired - Vice President, Bank of America; Banner Elk, NC
Ms. Mikki Hale (Roan ’05) Vice President of Marketing, Shadrack Watersports; Bristol, TN
CAPT(Ret) Bill Coleman Retired – U.S. Navy; Retired – East Tennessee State University; Johnson City, TN
Mr. Richard “Dick” Heydt* Retired - Associate Director, Procter & Gamble Co.; Johnson City, TN
Dr. Heather Cook (Roan ’04) Kingsport Planning Commission member; Board member - Rotary Club of Kingsport; Kingsport, TN Mr. Stephen Dixon Senior Vice President / CRA Officer, Bank of Tennessee; Johnson City, TN Ms. April Eads Business Development Manager, Bristol Tennessee Essential Services
Ms. Clarinda Jeanes Community Volunteer; Jonesborough, TN Ms. Jennifer Keller Shareholder / Department Chair, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC; Johnson City, TN Mr. Dave McAuley Founder and President, Summit Leadership Foundation; Johnson City, TN
Ms. Nikki Niswonger Board Member - Niswonger Foundation; Greeneville, TN Mr. K. Newton Raff* Chairman of the Board, First Tennessee Bank - Northeast TN; Johnson City, TN Mr. Ed Simerly* Retired - VP, Sales & Marketing, Moody Dunbar, Inc.; Johnson City, TN Mr. Josh Smith* News Anchor, WHJL / Channel 11; Johnson City, TN Ms. Melissa Steagall-Jones, CPA Partner - Blackburn, Childers & Steagall, PLC; Johnson City, TN Mr. Bill Stover* Stover Investment Services; Johnson City, TN
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Mr. Spike Tickle Managing Director, Three Horse, LLC; Director, Strongwell Corporation; Bristol, TN
Mr. Dennis Vonderfecht* Retired – President & CEO, Mountain States Health Alliance; Johnson City, TN
Ms. Caroline Ross Williams (Roan ’06) Attorney - Hunter, Smith & Davis LLP; Kingsport, TN
ROAN STEERING COMMITTEE Ms. Sharon S. Boles Retired – Eastman Chemical Company; Gray, TN
Dr. Brian Noland President East Tennessee State University
Ms. Lottie Ryans* VP/GM – Century Link; Johnson City, TN
Ms. Claudia Byrd Director, Speedway Children’s Charities; Bristol, TN
Ms. Sandy Powell Board member – Johnson City Symphony; Performing Arts Steering Committee; Limestone, TN
Dr. Joe Sherlin Vice President for Student Affairs East Tennessee State University
Dr. Nancy Dishner (Incoming Chair) Executive Vice President Niswonger Foundation; Greeneville, TN
Mr. Art Powers Retired – Publisher, Johnson City Press; Johnson City, TN
Ms. Nita Summers Board member – Children’s Advocacy Center; Member – East Tennessee Foundation; Jonesborough, TN
Louis H. Gump (Program Founder) President, Impact Management; Johnson City, TN LTC(Ret) Scott Jeffress Director Roan Scholars Leadership Program Mr. M. Thomas Krieger (Outgoing Chair) Retired – President, Fleming Foods of Tennessee; Jonesborough, TN Mr. Courtney Mauzy Chairman, Board of Trustees Blue Ridge Regional Hospital; Spruce Pine, NC
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FROM THE STEERING COMMITTEE CHAIR (OUTGOING) As I reflect on this past academic year I continue to be amazed by the energy, enthusiasm, talents, and accomplishments of our Scholars. It seems like yesterday that our most recent graduates sat before our Steering Committee on Finalist Day, as we made some agonizing decisions about which students would best represent and strengthen our Leadership Program. It is very rewarding to know that our selection process works so well, and that our newest Alumni have been so well prepared for whatever challenges they’ll face in the next few years. This year has been one of progress in attracting financial support for our Program – both from established donors as well as first-time sponsors. Our Roan Alumni continue to support the Program at a high rate; to date, more than 80 percent of them have made contributions. As we increase the number of Scholars in each class, though, and strive to expand their leader development opportunities and experiences, it is essential that we find additional support. We invite you to partner with us on one or more of our initiatives, as we grow the Roan and strive to have an even greater impact on the region. I have been blessed not only to be involved with our Scholars but also to have worked with the truly remarkable group of men and women who comprise the Steering Committee and our Regional Selection Committee. They have devoted many hours of their time to ensure that our Program attracts and selects the very best student-leaders in our region. I am so grateful for their support, and for the ongoing support of Dr. Noland, Dr. Sherlin, Kathy Feagins and Joan VanEaton. Scott Jeffress has continued to provide outstanding leadership for our Scholars as he fine-tunes our programming and encourages our Scholars to not just do every job well, but to do it with excellence. As I conclude my time as Chair of the Steering Committee on June 10th of 2014, I will be succeeded by Dr. Nancy Dishner, who was the first Director of the Roan Program. Dr. Dishner was the perfect choice, then, to work closely with Louie Gump to create and manage the Program. I know she will also do a terrific job as our new Steering Committee Chair. I look forward to staying involved with the Program in the coming years, and to seeing the many great things that lie ahead for the Roan. Sincerely, Tom Krieger
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FROM THE STEERING COMMITTEE CHAIR (INCOMING) It is an honor to accept the role of Chair of the Roan Scholars Steering Committee. One of my greatest blessings has been the opportunity to be part of this Program since it began in the year 1997. From the role of Director to that of Steering Committee Chair, I have watched an impressive group of young people accept the responsibility that comes with being a Roan Scholar. I believe the power of the Roan Scholars Leadership Program is in the synergy that has been created with a visionary leader, a supportive campus environment, committed program directors and staff, an engaged and generous regional community, and an inspired selection of Scholars. Over 17 years ago, Louis H. Gump initiated the concept of the Roan Program which, through the efforts and support of numerous people throughout the region, has developed into a strong “magnet” for ETSU and has benefited our entire area. We have always enjoyed strong support from our campus community, first during Dr. Stanton’s tenure, and now with President Noland. Likewise, the Roan has outstanding leadership from Scott Jeffress, Kathy Feagins and Joan VanEaton. Importantly, our strength comes from across our region. Our Steering and Selection committees, countless donors, school system leaders, our Roan Alumni, and our Scholars’ families are a powerful force and extraordinary examples for our current Scholars to emulate. If we need any reassurance that our investment in this program is well placed, we need only to look as far as the young men and women we have chosen as Roan Scholars. Speaking of synergy, can you imagine the power that will come from the network of Roan Alumni in the coming years? Our former Steering Committee Chairs, Louie Gump and Tom Krieger, have set the bar high! I extend my sincere gratitude for their service, guidance and support. My goal will be to follow in their footsteps as we steer this Program into the future. For those who are already part of our work, THANK YOU! There is room for more and plenty of work to be done. Come join us! Respectfully, Nancy Dishner
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INCOMING INCOMING ROAN ROANSCHOLARS SCHOLARS––CLASS CLASSOF OF2017 2018 Sophia Lynn Baker The daughter of Joseph and Patti Baker, Sophia is from Kingsport, TN, where she graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School. Drum major for the past two years in that school’s award-winning and nationally recognized marching band, she has participated in numerous competitions and parades, as well as the 2013 Presidential Inauguration Parade. A member of Dobyns-Bennett’s Beta Club, National Honors Society, and Science Olympiad team, Sophia was also the co-founder of the “Pay It Forward” organization, which provides support for students in need. Outside of school, she has been very involved, for the past four years, with both her church youth group and mission work. After ETSU, she will likely pursue a career as an occupational therapist.
Meredith Ivy Bell Having graduated with State Honors and State Distinction from Cocke County High School in Newport, TN, Meredith is an outstanding student-leader who has been actively involved in athletics, extracurricular activities, and community service alike. A varsity soccer player who also played tennis and ran track, Meredith additionally served as Student Government president, Beta Club secretary, and Chanticleer Yearbook editor. Outside of school, Meredith is active in her church group and has served with several community ministry organizations. She attended the Governor’s School in Scientific Models and Data Analysis during summer 2013, and earned numerous academic and athletic awards – including ‘Outstanding Senior.’ Meredith plans to pursue a career in public health and medicine. Her parents are John and Vida Ivy Bell.
Tiffani Yvette Carrasco Tiffani graduated from Ashe County High School in West Jefferson, NC, where she was president of the school’s Beta Club. A team leader and recipient of numerous awards for cheerleading, she also taught at summer cheer camps and competed regularly in team clogging events throughout the region. An active volunteer in her community, she has helped teach an ‘English as a Second Language’ (ESL) course at Wilkes Community College, assisted with American Red Cross blood drives, and served at a local assisted living facility. The daughter of Francisco Carrasco and Maria Romero, Tiffani plans on a career in health care - possibly as a physical therapist or physician.
Olivia Ellis A graduate of Tennessee High School in Bristol, TN, and the daughter of Philip and Gwen Ellis, Olivia served as co-editor of the Tennessee High Yearbook and was an active student-leader - at school, in her church, and in the community. Involved with Bristol’s Youth Leadership Program, she not only volunteered and served with a number of groups, but was also asked to work with the Bristol Chamber of Commerce’s Marketing Team, producing promotional videos. A dancer and tennis player, Olivia is also a talented artist and writer who teamed with a Tennessee High classmate to win Barter Theater’s Young Playwrights Festival in 2013. Her current career interests include graphic design, or something in film, television, or the arts. 42 | 2013-2014 Year in Review
Nathaniel James Farnor The son of Jonathan and Jennifer Farnor of Erwin, TN, Nathan is Unicoi County High School’s first-ever Roan Scholar. Student Body President during his senior year, Nathan also managed the school’s bluegrass band – a role in which he helped coordinate invitational performances in Nashville and New Orleans. Heavily involved for the past few years with the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, he has been a team captain, his high school’s Relay chairman, and the online fundraising chairman for the entire county. Very involved in the local community, Nathan is an active member of his local church, and has also immersed himself in local politics – an interest he hopes may translate into a future career.
Margot Lee Ledford Margot, from Waynesville, NC, graduated from Tuscola High School, where she served as Student Government Association president during her senior year. A member of Tuscola’s swim team, Margot was also involved with the International Club and was president of the school’s Young Republicans Club. Outside of school, she was an active member of her town’s Municipal Youth Leadership Team, representing students during regular meetings and planning sessions with town officials. Margot also participated in her church youth group and was heavily involved with mission trips and local service projects – including Haywood Street Ministries. After ETSU, she plans to become a pharmacist. Her parents are Heyward and Eunice Ledford.
Samuel “Hunter” Wike Hunter, the son of Mitchell and Traci Wike, graduated from Pisgah High School in Canton, NC. An exceptional student-athlete, Hunter captained Pisgah High teams in football, basketball, and tennis, was a league-leading receiver in football, and earned conference player of the year honors in tennis. Off the field and court, he co-founded two student organizations: Diversity Club and ‘PASCO’ – which connects Pisgah High athletes with the Broyhill Children’s Home to impact local youth. Additionally, Hunter served as a ‘freshman mentor’ and worked with students at a local elementary school through the ‘Breakfast of Champions’ Program. Hunter plans to pursue a career as a physician or pharmacist.
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s I reflect back on this year and look into the next, I see how the
Roan Program has shaped me into the person I am now, and I see how it is pushing me to become the person I want to be. I have been blessed beyond compare, and I want to thank you all again for this amazing opportunity. Millie Robinson, Class of 2017 Thank you letter to the Roan Steering Committee, May 22, 2014
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ROAN DONORS HONOR ROLL As of June 30, 2014 (including projected June ETSU payroll deductions) New members (or previous members that have changed level) are listed in italics. Roan Alumni are denoted with a “+”.
* deceased
Peak Society $100,000 or More
Cloudland Society $50,000 - $99,999
Laurel Society $10,000 - $24,999
Anonymous Anonymous Janet Ayers Sharon and J. Rolland Boles C. L. Butler – In Memory of Wanda R. Butler Capital Bank Citizens Bank Tri-Cities Foundation / Citizens Bank Tri-Cities Richard* and Janey Diehl and Family - In Memory of Mabel Haire Campbell Eastman Chemical Company ETSU Alumni Association Louis H. and Lucy Gump Estate of Jane Dulaney Hilbert Mr. Ted R. Hughes William L. and Kathryn M. Jenkins Family Carl A.* and Kathryn P*. Jones John A. Jones Travis* and Linda Keller Tom and Becky Krieger – In Memory of Haskell Tate and Ruth Stout Hodges – In Memory of June B. and Helen F. Shields The LaPorte Family: Joe and Hope LaPorte Quinita and Chris LaPorte Sam J. LaPorte and Marlo LaPorte Stephen and Elizabeth LaPorte Terry and Patricia D. Muse Scott M. Niswonger James and Anne Reel – In Memory of W.E. Reel Ann and John Tickle Dr. Gwendolyn Wallace – The F. L. Wallace Family Scholarship Frederick B. Warren
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick “Pal” Barger Pauline M. DeFriece – Belvedere Fund / Pauline M. DeFriece – Hogoheegee Fund / Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. DeFriece, Jr. Dell Computer Corp. Bobby and Jean Hurt Barbara and Andrew Massimilla – In Memory of Joseph J. and Yvonne T. Massimilla The Mooneyhan Family Foundation The Powell Foundation – Jim and Sandy Powell Newt and Carmen Raff James E. Rhein Rab and Nita Summers
Jeff and Beth Anderson Anonymous Bristol Tennessee Essential Services – Dr. R. Michael Browder Jeff* and Claudia Byrd Eastman Credit Union First Tennessee Bank Carol G. Ferguson Carleton Jones, III Mr. and Mrs. John M. Jones, Jr. Edward J. Kelly, Esq. Mr. and Mrs. J. Lane Latimer, III Danny and Mary Ellen Miller Moody Dunbar, Inc. C. E. Parker Regions Bank Ed and Kathy Simerly Jack and Judy Smith Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Paul E. Stanton, Jr. Mr. and Mrs.* Roy A. Stone, Jr.
Rhododendron Society $25,000 - $49,999 Harold and Nancy Dishner Johnson City Kiwanis Club / Col. Lee B. Harr Scholarship Edna S. Lewis Dennis and Mary Powell SunTrust Bank Bedford and Carol Transou
Dogwood Society $5,000 - $9,999 Charles W. “Bill” and Dot Ballew Dr. Wilsie Bishop and Mr. Paul Bishop Dr. R. Michael and Mrs. Linda Browder Stephen and Sherry Bryant Dr. Bonnie Burchett Free Service Tire Company, Inc. – Mr. and Mrs. Lewis P. Wexler, Sr. Warren M. Gump Patricia G. Holland Hunter, Smith & Davis, LLP Chancellor and Mrs. G. Richard Johnson Dr. Hal and Mrs. Terri Knight Dr. William and Mrs. Kathy Linebarger Courtney and Bo Mauzy
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ROAN DONORS HONOR ROLL (CONTINUED) Dr. and Mrs. W. Richard McGowan NN, Inc. Jeremy and Lauren Ross Sandy and Tony Satterfield Joseph L. Smith Daryl and Eva Thompson Robert and Vicky Van de Vuurst WJHL-TV Channel 11
Roan Trail Society $1,000 - $4,999 Anonymous Anonymous Aviation Strategies Group – John and Julia Seward Bill Breeding, Jr. William and Nancy Bovender Dr. Cynthia Burnley and Mr. Bob Riser John G. and Gail Campbell Dr. William and Mrs. Harriet Cone + Dr. Heather Jones Cook ’04 Mr. and Mrs. Marion Costello, Jr J. Mitch and Barbara A. Cox Eric P. Dillenbeck Ronald G. Edmond David C. Evans Al and Lori Fatheree Kathryn L. Feagins Dr. Linda R. Garceau and Mr. Al Garceau Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Garland Elizabeth V. Gavlak General Shale, Inc. Edwin and Jennie Gerace In Memory of Charles O. Gordon Alan Gump and Serena Fisher Mr. and Mrs. Willis E. Hawkins, Jr. Robert L. Hendry Inland Foundation James C. and Mary Johnson
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Reverend and Mrs. Lester D. Lattany Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Loar Ted and Jane Lyon Gary and Jackie Mabrey Dr. Richard A. and Mrs. Lois A. Manahan Family Martha and J.H. “Bill”* Meredith Coralie A. Morgan Mountain Empire Oil – Mr. Warren Broyles Roy and Ann Nicks Niswonger Foundation Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc. Pereda R. Paty Don* and Elaine Pectol People’s Community Bank Mr. and Mrs. Cameron E. Perry Bob and Carol Plummer John C. Rambo James E. Rogers Lottie and Eric Ryans Edward Schell Carol and Patrick Sloan Donna and Norris Sneed Allan and Cecilia Spritzer Charles and Janet Stahl Mr. and Mrs. Bill J. Stewart Robert and Carolyn Stewart STRONGWELL Dr. Jennie Carter Thomas Mrs. Alice Jones Torbett and Judge David Torbett Dr. Carroll P. Vance and Mrs. Michele M. Vance Kenneth A. and Sheila Wandell WCYB-TV, Channel 5 Louise B. Wexler Dr. Susan Gentry Williams and Judge Scott Williams A. Richard Wilson Stuart E. Wood, Jr.*
Roan Horizon Society Under $1,000 In Memory of Magda Alden Dr.* and Mrs. Frank Anderson Mr. Frank Anderson, Jr. and Margaret B. Fugate Andrews Florist, Inc. Heather Bagnell + Lt. Allen Barnett ’05 & Julie Barnett Thomas H. Bayless II + In Honor of Mollie E. Bellows ’14 + Dr. Philip J. Benfield ’06 Jason N. Berry + In Honor of Chelsea H. Booher ’14 Dr. Martha W. Bradley Dr. Ed Brenegar Robert M. Browder, Jr. + Amber Preston Butler ’10 & Scott Butler Sebastian and Rosemary Cabrera* Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Cadwallader CenturyLink Cecil J. Clark, Jr. Ms. Charlette Clark Mr. and Mrs. Larry D. Coleman Mr. and Mrs. Larry D. Collins + Grace McCord Collins ’12 & Sean M. Collins ’12 + Joshua S. Culbert ’10 Kasey and Joseph Decosimo Don’s Landscaping Delmas I. Dugger Edwards Ragan and Associates, LLC + In Honor of Emily K. Eisenhower ’13 ETSU Faculty and Staff + Dr. Kristin T. Farr ’04 In Memory of Ed Feagins + Allison Lowe Ferguson ’08 Helen and Robert Finney Dr. and Mrs. Christopher A. Fly Miss Avery H. Fly Mr. Maxton W. Fly Mr. Reid D. Fly
Mrs. Stacie R. Fox and Mr. Stephen Fox + Dr. Aya Fukuda `06 Colonel and Mrs. Patrick J. Gagan + In Honor of Cheyna Haas Galloway ’13 Dr. and Mrs. Patton M. Giles, Jr. Mildred Goines* + Keely R Goodwin ’06 & Nathan Goodwin Mr.* and Mrs. Charles O. Gordon, Sr. Jay R. Gump Louis K. Gump + Mikki Glover Hale ’05 D. Wade and Melanie Hembree Robert L. Hendry Heritage Insurance Group, Inc. Richard and Penelope Heydt + In Honor of Lucas C. Hitechew ’14 + Brittany S. Hollingsworth ’05 & Ryan Hollingsworth Elizabeth Hughes Holston Distributing Company Ms. Frances Jackson In Memory of Jeannene Mackin Jeffress LTC(Ret) Scott Jeffress Johnson City Bedding Company Johnson City/Jonesborough/Washington County Chamber of Commerce Johnson City Power Board Mrs. Elizabeth Jones Dr. Janet Keener + Julie Harless Keeton ’04 Mr. Ben Keys George G. Keys* Jocelyn and Steven Lacey Mr. and Mrs. W. Hanes Lancaster, Jr. + Stephen M. Linebarger ’08 Floyd E. May Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. McCormack Nancy McIntosh Randall R. and Brenda E. Merritt + Daniel J. Miller ’12 + In Honor of Craig W. Mitcham ’13 + Brittany L. Moore ’09 + Shianne G. Murray ’13 Dr. Maria A. Niederberger Northeast Tennessee Association of Realtors Mr. George E. Oldham, III
Keith and Retha Patton + In Honor of Matthew T. Pencarinha ’14 Jennifer J. Penley + Sabrina Satterfield Prosser ’10 & Chad Prosser Allan and Suzanne Reaves Mark A. and Paula G. Reed + Dr. Carolyn Michele Richards ’06 Leanna C. Robertson + Phillip ’06 & Elizabeth Ross + Erin E. Shores ’07 Robin M. Smith Miriam M. Story Dr. William R. Sullivan Mr. and Mrs. Raymond R. Thomas Dr. and Mrs. Gene Tinnon Regina Tucker + Timothy ’09 & Martina Vanthournout Peggy and Lee Wallace Philip J. and Mary Susan Ward
In Memory of Lt. Gen. Steven G. Warren, Sr. Phoebe D. and Michael J. White + Dr. Benjamin J. (B.J.) Whitt ’07 + In Honor of Erika L. Wild ’14 Dr. A. Lynn Williams + Caroline Ross Williams ’07 & Jason Williams Dr. Ramona Williams Dr. Bettie K. Wilson* Dr. Charles P. Wofford* Friends of Andy Womack Dr. Brenda White Wright
Roan Scholarship Annual Sponsors
Barbara and Andrew Massimilla – in Memory of Joseph J. and Yvonne T. Massimilla The Powell Foundation – Jim and Sandy Powell James E. Rhein Rab and Nita Summers
The Roan Class of 2014: (l-r) Matt Pencarinha, Chelsea Booher, Erika Wild, Mollie Bellows, Lucas Hitechew Special thanks to our Roan Alumni for sponsoring this year’s Senior Dinner, and for their gifts in honor of the graduating Scholars. ETSU is an AA/EEO employer. Designed by ETSU Printing and Publications. TBR 260-015-14 .75M
Established in 1997 by Mr. Louis H. Gump, a long-time friend of ETSU, to attract, retain, and develop the region’s best leadership talent, the Roan Program draws its inspiration from Roan Mountain - the highest peak in the area, a motivational sight, and a symbol of the character, strength, and idealism of the region’s people.
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