Roan Scholars Annual Report 2022-23

An Enduring Legacy

GLOBAL

Roan Scholars could be found across the country and around the world during 2022-2023, with twothirds of them studying or travelling abroad at some point. Page 4  SERVICE

Roan Summer of Service, Alternative Breaks, and more – Roan Scholars served, led, and positively impacted communities. Page 12

EXTRAORDINARY

Three Roan Scholars received support for summer experiences through Roan Extraordinary Opportunity Grants (EOGs), powered by Eastman Credit Union. Page 6

Roan Scholars met with leaders in places like Atlanta, Washington D.C., and West Point – just to name a few. Page 6

Celebrating with the Roan’s founder, Mr. Louie Gump, as our alumni ranks reached 50 in 2016. This coming year, that number will double with the graduation of our 100th alum in spring 2024!

DIRECTOR’S LETTER

It has been a momentous year for the Roan Program.

Perhaps most notably, it was our first without the Roan’s founder, Mr. Louie Gump, who passed away on July 20, 2022. As we adjusted to that new reality, we also continued the important work of bringing Mr. Gump’s original vision for the Roan to full fruition.

Our selection process yielded the largest entering class to date, and we anticipate bringing ten new Roan Scholars to campus for the first time next year – reaching a key milestone in Mr. Gump’s vision.

That vision also included attracting students from “within a 250-300 mile radius.” Starting in fall 2023, high school seniors from across all of Tennessee – as well as five surrounding states – are eligible to apply for the Roan. We are excited to see what new opportunities this long-desired expansion brings to current and future Roan Scholars, our program, and ETSU.

And while this past year’s growth and expansion brought about significant change, what remained constant was the level of achievement, leadership excellence, and positive impact made by Roan Scholars and Alumni.

This annual report shares many of those stories of excellence and impact – each a testament to Mr. Gump’s enduring legacy. We trust you will enjoy reading them, and we thank you for your continued friendship, partnership, and support that will sustain that legacy in the years to come.

Scott Jeffress Executive Director

It has been a momentous year for the Roan Program … what remained constant was the level of achievement, leadership excellence, and positive impact made by Roan Scholars and Alumni.

Who We Are

The Roan is ETSU's premier leadership-focused scholarship program. For nearly twenty-five years we have challenged, inspired, connected, and supported Roan Scholars so they can realize their potential to positively impact our region and beyond.

We accomplish our mission through a four-year leadership development model that emphasizes research-based practices and experiential learning. Roan Scholars arrive at ETSU full of potential and enthusiasm; the Roan empowers them with resources, experiences, connections, and support. Roan Scholars take it from there: they pursue their passions;

KEY ROAN EXPERIENCES

they explore, learn, and grow – as individuals and as members of a team; and they make a positive impact on their community and those around them.

Inviting incredible student-leaders to compete for the Roan is an essential part of what we do. Each year, we interview more than 100 students from across the region,

THE ROAN’S 4 PILLARS

o CHARACTER

o INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY

o PHYSICAL VIGOR

o LEADERSHIP

identify 20 or so as finalists, and then select approximately 10 for the incoming class. Just as we did when Mr. Gump founded the Roan, we look for students with outstanding character, demonstrated leadership potential, deep intellectual curiosity, and the capacity, desire, and drive to learn, grow, and make a positive difference in the world.

THE ROAN’S ALUMNI NETWORK

NEARLY 100 100

Roan Alumni

Live in the 65% 65% Appalachian Highlands

Working in diverse fields including business, healthcare, law, education, non-profits, government, and the military

ALUMNI

KATE PHILLIPS ’19

Strategy Consultant – Deloitte Business Consulting

“I am a Strategy Consultant within Deloitte’s Consulting Practice, having joined the firm in September 2022 after three years with Eastman Chemical Company’s Corporate Strategy Group. Business Consulting was an unknown path for me, but one that I became interested in through conversations with firm alumni and valued mentors.”

Challenges and Opportunities

“This role allows me the opportunity to travel, see and work within various industries, and problem solve with numerous talented and smart individuals. I love that I get to face a new challenge every day. The work is never the same; I have to maintain a flexible mindset to adapt and deal with ambiguity.”

Gratitude

“I would not have begun my career at Eastman – or continued to reside in East Tennessee for that matter – without the Roan and my fellow alumni. The doors that have been opened, and the people I have been lucky enough to meet have shaped my future in more ways than one.“

More than 90+% of Alums have made a gift to the Program

The Roan’s founder believed strongly in the value of travel – as a way to introduce oneself to new people, places, cultures, and ideas; to build confidence; and to open doors to life-changing opportunities. In his own life, Mr. Gump spent time on all seven continents and brought what he learned through those many global experiences back to the region.

A LEGACY OF Global Experience

THE AMERICAS

 Summer of Service

Burbank, CA

Dominican Republic

Indonesia

Kendalia, TX

Montijo, Portugal

Nashville / Kingsport / Knoxville, TN

l Extraordinary Opportunity

Grant (EOG) experiences

Ecuador

Rome, Italy

k Study Abroad

Athens, Greece

Harlaxton, England

Rome, Italy

 Alt Breaks

Charleston, SC

Eastern KY

Nashville, TN

New Orleans

STUDYING ABROAD IN HARLAXTON, ENGLAND

Last December, 13 Roan Scholars, along with both Roan graduate assistants, our associate director, and 25+ other ETSU students and staff spent 10 days in England as the culminating event of a fall semester course on ‘Christmas in History and Practice.’

The group split their time between Grantham (staying at Harlaxton Manor) and London, and took a number of day trips to explore nearby locales like Lincoln, Leicester, York, and Windsor Castle. In addition to sampling local fare and engaging with the landscape, students toured a variety of religious sites – learning about the customs and rituals associated with spiritual institutions and developing an appreciation for the architectural significance of various Anglican churches, a Sikh gurdwara temple, and a Jewish synagogue.

A SEMESTER IN GREECE

Pate Anglin ’25 spent the fall semester in Athens at The American College of Greece. Reflecting on his experience, he shared: "Studying in Greece was incredible! The most beautiful parts of Greece are definitely the islands, but hiking Mount Olympus was a difficult challenge and a unique experience. The peak of Mount Olympus marks the highest point in Greece and is known in Greek mythology as the home of the Greek gods. There's a journal at the top for hikers to write their names and where they're from, so I got to plug Johnson City. I'm very thankful I had the opportunity to study abroad!"

ETSU IN ROME

Roan ’25s Katie Jones, Abby Simpson, and Trent White spent part of their summer exploring Italy with a group of ETSU students for a faculty-led study abroad course on the architectural history of Rome. From Italian monuments and churches to museums and galleries, Rome served as an extension of the classroom while the group experienced Italian culture; studied history, art, and architecture; and learned to navigate the city.

"Personally, I grew a lot from this trip. It gave me insight into what the world looks like beyond my part of East Tennessee … helped me become more respectful and understanding of people from different ways of life.”

Sam Garcia ’23

With support from Roan Alumni and other Roan donors and partners, Roan Scholars continue to live out Mr. Gump’s legacy of discovering new ideas, perspectives, possibilities, and opportunities through intentional enrichment experiences.

A LEGACY OF Discovery and Growth

Roan ’23s and ’24s travelled to Atlanta in November 2022, while Roan ’25s spent a week in our nation’s capital in March 2023.

Special thanks to our friends at the Mooneyhan Family Foundation for again providing generous financial support for these Roan Leadership Learning Experiences.

The Atlanta experience was an action-packed three days, as Roan Scholars enjoyed a reception with local ETSU alumni and met with leaders across the Atlanta area – including at the Global Center

for Medical Innovation (GCMI) and Invention Studio on Georgia Tech's campus, and at Warner Bros. Discovery. They also participated in a lively and thought-provoking improv workshop at Dad's Garage and volunteered at the Atlanta Junior Achievement Discovery Center – helping 96 6th graders navigate JA BizTown!

In Washington, D.C., Roan ’20 and Army 1LT Braden Trent gave the ’25s a tour of Arlington National Cemetery, while Mr. Larry La (ETSU ’84) hosted an alumni reception at his Meiwah restaurant. Other highlights included

remarkable, in-depth conversations about topics including:

• National security (with a House Armed Services Committee professional staff member);

- Education (with a former Under Secretary of Education and former White House official);

• Veterans Affairs (with a current senior advisor within the Department); and

• Health care and leadership (with an individual who served as chief operating officer of the Smithsonian Institution and also as chief of staff to U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole)

EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY GRANTS

Powered by ECU

Three Roan Scholars were awarded EOGs for summer 2023. Thanks to continued generous financial support from Eastman Credit Union, Roan EOGs provide funding to rising Roan juniors and seniors who pursue exceptional summer opportunities.

KATIE JONES ’25

Exploring architecture, history, and culture – Greece

Katie spent a month exploring Greece for the first time – both as part of an ETSU study abroad course and on her own after the course ended.

SHAINA THOMPSON ’25

Cultural immersion and social work service – Ecuador

Shaina traveled to Ecuador as part of a study abroad course, then stayed on for an additional month to work with ‘Hombro a Hombro,’ where she focused on rural health care, volunteered and translated in a local clinic, and visited indigenous communities with that organization.

RILEY SKAGGS ’25

Public Health work – Ecuador

Riley was part of an ETSU group working on water sanitation and hygiene-related projects in partnership with the Universidad San Francisco de Quito.

Mr. Gump had a genuine desire to connect with each person he met, and he believed strongly in the importance of community. Those values were evident in the way he interacted with others, how he made people feel, and how he invested his time, energy, and resources in the local community. Here are just a few stories of the ways in which Roan Scholars are striving to follow his wonderful example.

A LEGACY OF Connection & Community

SWEATERS FOR CAMERON*

If you visited ETSU’s University Commons last December you likely noticed a colorful – and meaningful – sight: a special tree wrapped in a lovingly crafted “sweater.”

“Sweaters for Cameron” was the brainchild of Abby Simpson ’25, who came up with the idea through the Roan Impact Focus initiative. Last year’s topic was ‘Healthy Habits.’ “I picked up crochet and it

helped me with my stress levels, and so I wanted to do crochet for my healthy habit,” Abby said.

After learning from then-Roan Associate Director Dr. Jennifer Adler about a school in Indiana where students crocheted coverings around trees, Abby started a crochet and knitting circle that met on Thursday evenings during the fall semester. Circle participants, along with university employees and

community members who heard about the project, created 96 8-inch squares, which were crocheted together and wrapped around the campus’ Cameron Tree, which is named after the late son of an ETSU faculty member and was dedicated in recognition of the personal losses experienced by members of the university family during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Abby has ideas for widening the scope to make Sweaters for Cameron a community project. “We’re talking about getting more people involved and taking it offcampus,” she said, “allowing people who have lost loved ones to COVID to dedicate squares to those they’ve lost.”

*Extract of ETSU News article, originally published in December 2022

“I didn’t want to just put the sweater on just any random tree on campus – I wanted something that had meaning.”

Abby Simpson ’25

This year's Roan Impact Focus topic – selected by the Roan Scholars – was ‘Healthy Habits.’ The year not only saw Roan Scholars building new habits of their own but also leading initiatives to help others do the same, in order to improve lives and strengthen communities. Here we share a few of those initiatives.

HEALTHY DIALOGUE

Sarah Mohammed ’26 facilitated a day of what she described as "necessary, appropriate, and healthy dialogue ... by dispelling harmful narratives within the African Diaspora" during an event at Johnson City's Langston Centre. The event, which Sarah also conceived, planned, and coordinated, saw nearly 50 community individuals of all ages come together for these conversations and gain new connections and understanding of some important issues.

LETTERS OF LOVE

Shaina Thompson ’25 hosted a series of tabling events at which Roan Scholars, student organization members, and others wrote notes and letters to fellow students, offering encouragement and support in challenging times.

PHYSICAL VIGOR!

Braydon White ’26 and Trent White ’25 organized weekly running group opportunities, while Katie Jones ’25 started a competitive intramural softball team of Roan Scholars and friends.

HELPING ‘BEAUTIFY’ JOHNSON CITY

Sarah Mohammed ’26 and Kyah Powers ’26 joined ETSU's Director of Leadership and Civic Engagement, Joy Fulkerson; Johnson City Commissioner Jenny Brock; and a host of other community volunteers to clean up parks, roadways, and other spots around town during the inaugural Johnson City Beautification Day.

TIPS FOR HEALTHY EATING

Morgan Blazer ’25 and Leah Loveday ’26 organized a panel of local nutrition experts to share tips on healthy eating.

A LEGACY OF Listening, Learning,

Mr. Gump spoke regularly about the importance of “leading with integrity and reason” and “promoting dialogue and understanding.” This past year, Roan Scholars did exactly that through intentional conversations with campus and community leaders, peers, and others.

and Understanding

LIVING ROOM CONVERSATIONS

A number of Roan Scholars – including Katie Jones ’25, Sally Chikomb ’24 and Lexi Vance ’24 – hosted Living Room Conversations for their classmates and other campus and community groups this year, and Roan Finalist Days activities last January included a session moderated by current Roan Scholars. Living Room Conversations is a national non-profit that that seeks to revitalize civil discourse through conversation. Structured topic guides help conversation hosts moderate small group discussions which promote listening, facilitate connection, and lead to shared understanding – even across divides.

ENNEAGRAM WORKSHOPS

Last fall, Dr. Natalie Pickering, a local consulting psychologist, board-certified coach, and Enneagram enthusiast, partnered with the Roan on a leadership-focused Enneagram workshop series. Roan Scholars learned about the Enneagram model (which defines nine interconnected personality and communication types), and how to use this tool to become more effective leaders and stronger communicators.

ROAN SUMMER READ 2023

This year’s Roan Summer Read was I Never Thought Of It That Way (2022) by Monica Guzman – a choice inspired, in part, by Mr. Gump’s strong desire to inspire others to make positive contributions in challenging moments by promoting dialogue and understanding and leading with integrity and reason.

Each year, the Lucy Kennerly Gump ‘Roan Reads’ Endowment allows us to provide a copy of the summer read to all Roan Scholars (as well as interested Roan Alumni and others), and to facilitate opportunities to discuss the book in small groups.

ROAN LEADERSHIP VOICES

The Roan’s ‘Leadership Voices’ series provides opportunities for Roan Scholars to engage with and learn from experienced leaders in a variety of fields.

This year’s series included Matt Pencarinha ’14 sharing about his experiences since graduation and lessons learned from life in his twenties; Dr. Randy Wykoff, Dean of ETSU's College of Public Health and Founding Director of ETSU's Center for Rural Health Research, who talked with Roan Scholars about public health issues in Appalachia; Warren Gump and Adam Rosenbalm ’21 co-hosting a financial literacy workshop; and Louis Gump, who spoke with Roan Scholars about their experiences in college and offered thoughts on various aspects of leadership.

“Lucy’s belief in the power of reading and discussion to bring people together continues to live on through the ‘Roan Reads’ program,” said Roan Executive Director Scott Jeffress. “We’re grateful for all of the individuals and organizations that contribute to this wonderful initiative, and we are looking forward to our conversations about this year’s book as the new academic year gets underway.”

To Mr. Gump, leadership was about making a positive impact – something he did in remarkable ways throughout his life, both professionally and personally. Roan Scholars and Alumni are following that example. Here are just a few stories of the ways in which they are making a positive impact on campus, the region, and our world.

A LEGACY OF Impact

ROAN SUMMER OF SERVICE

Now in its eleventh year, the Roan Summer of Service has become a foundational component of the Roan Experience.

Each Roan Scholar learns about and serves with a non-profit or serviceoriented host organization for at least six weeks during the summer following their first year at ETSU.

In summer 2023, members of the Class of 2026 served in locations around the world – from teaching English and working with underserved populations abroad to helping provide medical and dental care to those in need here in the Appalachian Highlands, and in numerous other ways. Collectively, they contributed well over 2,000 service hours for their organizations.

ZAYDA CARVER ‘26

Freedom International Dominican Republic Education

COOPER JOHNSON ‘26

Montijo Baptist Church

Montijo, Portugal

Serving underserved communities

LEAH LOVEDAY ‘26

Remote Area Medical

Knoxville, TN

Heathcare for those in need

SARAH MOHAMMED ‘26

Currey Ingram Academy

Brentwood, TN

Specialty ADHD summer camp

KYAH POWERS ‘26

Love Share

Indonesia

Working with teens, orphans

MACY STRADER ‘26

Children Mending Hearts + Kids in the Spotlight

Burbank, CA

Combatting bullying; Helping kids tell their stories

BRAYDON WHITE ‘26

Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation, Inc

Kendalia, TX

Wildlife rehabilitation

NATALIE WHITE ‘26

Appalachian Miles for Smiles

Kingsport, TN

Community Health

ALTERNATIVE BREAK EXPERIENCES

Members of the Roan Class of 2026 joined fellow ETSU students in traveling to sites throughout the southeast to participate in ETSU Alternative Breaks experiences in March 2023. Sponsored by ETSU's Office of Leadership and Civic Engagement, the Alternative Breaks program "trains and immerses students in a purposeful service experience designed to connect fellow Buccaneer students and community members while enhancing personal growth, mutual awareness, and life-long learning."

Zayda Carver (who also served as the student trip leader) and Cooper Johnson traveled to New Orleans, where their group focused on education and youth development, while Braydon White learned about and supported environmental conservation efforts in Charleston, SC. Leah Loveday, Kyah Powers, and Macy Strader aided in disaster recovery in rural Kentucky; Sarah Mohammed spent the week in Nashville, exploring issues related to healthcare access.

COMMUNITY-ENGAGED LEARNING

From the Roan’s earliest days, community engagement has been a hallmark of the program. Development of ETSU’s latest Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) – a large-scale initiative called “Go Beyond the Classroom,” which focuses on providing community-engaged learning opportunities – gave Roan Scholars numerous opportunities over the past year to share their experiences and be involved in that campus-wide effort.

Morgan Blazer ’25, Trent White ’25 and Roan Alumnus

Nathan Farnor ’18 were selected to serve on key subcommittees associated with this initiative and were heavily involved in QEP presentations when ETSU hosted a peer review team as part of the university’s 10-year reaffirmation of accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), while Sally Chikomb ’24, Shaina Thompson ’25, and Veronica Watson ’25 were prominently featured sharing their stories in the ETSU video that launched the initiative.

“This (Alt Break) experience expanded my understanding of rural health access, as the nearest hospital was over forty minutes away from our service location, and local providers were minimal … I found a calling to address rural communities’ health access in a professional experience.”

Leah Loveday ’26

ROAN SCHOLAR Highlights

VISITING THE WHITE HOUSE

KeiAndra Harper ʼ23 was among 75 collegiate student leaders from 33 states invited to gather at The White House last fall for a conversation hosted by Vice President Harris on a range of health care issues, including supporting survivors of sexual violence on college campuses.

TEDx TALKS

Macy Strader ʼ26 spoke at TEDxETSU in April 2023. Drawing on her own personal experiences, Macy encouraged the audience to see themselves as works of art and ‘be proud of the life (they’re) creating.’ Meanwhile, outdoor enthusiast and master naturalist Cade Campbell ʼ24 spoke to ‘rewriting the Appalachian narrative’ as one of the featured speakers during the firstever TEDx Johnson City in June 2023.

ODK HONOR SOCIETY

Sally Chikomb ʼ24 and Cadee Warren ʼ24 (center) were among just twelve students inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK), ETSU's highest award for undergraduate leadership.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP

Trent White ʼ25 (2nd from left) was elected SGA President for the 2023-2024 year, while Pate Anglin ʼ25, Leah Loveday ʼ26, and Macy Strader ʼ26 were elected as SGA senators. Morgan Blazer ʼ25 is serving as SGA Chief of Staff, while Cadee Warren ʼ24 and Macy Strader ʼ26 are cabinet appointees.

1911 SOCIETY

Sam Garcia ʼ23 was inducted into ETSU's 1911 Society, which honors the university's most notable graduates.

SPANISH LANGUAGE RECOGNITION

Zayda Carver ʼ26 earned the 'Outstanding Student in Foreign Languages' award from ETSU's College of Arts and Sciences.

SCIENCE FAIR

The Roan again partnered with the Langston Centre and the Kiwanis Club of Johnson City in helping students prepare for the Upper East Tennessee Science Fair – an effort that saw one student earn a top award in her age group.

TISL EXCELLENCE

During the annual Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature (TISL) general assembly in Nashville, Kyah Powers ʼ26 (right) earned the Carlisle Award as a top legislator, while Macy Strader ʼ26 was recognized as ‘Best Reporter,’ Leah Loveday ʼ26 (left) was recognized as ‘Best Lobbyist,’ and Trent White ʼ25 (center) was elected Attorney General. Together this group helped ETSU take home ‘Best Delegation’ honors.

7 ENTREPRENEURIAL PITCH

Emily Casteel ʼ24 (center) placed 2nd in this spring’s ID Bucs Pitch Competition, where she promoted her family's new goat soap business, Cedar Knob Soap Company.

SERVICE SHOWCASE

Leah Loveday ʼ26 and Kyah Powers ʼ26 earned awards at ETSU's Service Showcase after sharing about their Alternative Break Experience in rural Kentucky during ETSU's spring break.

MOCK TRIAL

Trent White ʼ25, president of the newly-formed ETSU Mock Trial team, competed with the team in Dayton, Ohio, at an American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) regional competition – the team's first. Despite their relative lack of experience, ETSU captured the 'Spirit of American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) Award,' an honor given to the team that best exemplifies the ideals of college mock trial, including civility, fairness, and professionalism.

WRITING EXCELLENCE

Macy Strader ʼ26 was recognized as 'Writer of the Year' for her work with the East Tennessean, ETSU's student newspaper.

ROAN Alumni Updates

Caroline Parris ’22: “I am finishing up my year as a Leadership Development Consultant for Kappa Delta Sorority Headquarters! I also have a fun summer of travel planned: two weeks of backpacking in Europe and then two weeks exploring Australia and New Zealand! In fall 2023 I will be attending Western Carolina University to pursue my M.Ed in Higher Education Student Affairs.”

In May 2023, Taylor Osborne ’20 graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Law with her Juris Doctor degree. After taking the bar exam in July, Taylor will join The Van Winkle Law Firm in Asheville, NC, as part of their litigation team.

Shivam Patel ’22: “I am happy to share that I have been accepted to The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine for their MD program. Even more exciting news is that I became engaged the same week! Makenzie and I will be making the move to Baltimore, Maryland, in July 2023 after we complete our AmeriCorps service year.”

Tiffany Cook Alford ’21 was recently promoted to a new role within her department, moving in early 2023 from her former position of Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator into the role of Manager of the Children’s Resource Center at Niswonger Children’s Hospital in Johnson City, TN.

Seth Jewett ’20 is beginning his fourth year at Quillen College of Medicine. He plans to apply to residency programs in East Tennessee as a family physician. In May 2023, he became engaged to Kristen Bennett (ETSU ‘20).

U.S. Army First Lieutenant Braden Trent ’20 returned from a tour of duty in Germany and is currently stationed in the Washington D.C. area with the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). Over ETSU’s spring break, Roan ’25s enjoyed the opportunity to connect with Braden when he led a tour of Arlington National Cemetery as part of their Leadership Learning Experience in D.C.

Mandy Dugger ’19: “I graduated with my M.A. Counseling degree (Clinical Mental Health concentration) in summer 2022 and am currently a full-time mommy to Ezekiel William, born in June 2022. My plan is to stay at home with our son while pursuing a Biblical Counseling career alongside my husband as pastors of New Life Church in Johnson City!”

Nathan Farnor ’18 and his partner, Seth, returned from teaching abroad in Madrid, Spain and Nathan now serves as the new Coordinator for Leadership & Civic Engagement at ETSU. In this role, he oversees the university's voter engagement, diversity education, and nonprofit and agency partnership efforts. Outside of work, Nathan serves on the leadership council for Young Professionals of Johnson City and has kickstarted the first phase of a new cultural education initiative, Unpublished.

Dr. Hunter Wike ’18 graduated from ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine in May and will complete his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, beginning fall 2023.

Maddie Gilmer ’16: “I'm still working at New Orleans Boulder Lounge and have been acting as COO since November of 2022. I've loved combining leadership with my love for rock climbing to create a gym experience our staff and climbers are proud to be a part of. Michael (Stallard ’15) and I are very excited to be headed back to the mountains, the outdoors experience I've missed so much, and all the folks we love in Tennessee!”

Michael Stallard ’15: “Most importantly, I am now married to Maddie (Gilmer ’16) and we have 3 awesome dogs! Since the wedding we have been settling back into regular life. I am now a chief resident in orthopedic surgery at Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans and was selected to serve as program representative for this year's AOA Annual Convention. I have committed to a practice in Kingsport, TN and we will be returning to the area in July 2024. Looking forward to getting more involved with the Roan when we return!”

Roan Alumni

Erika (Wild) Herrera ’14 and her husband Max recently welcomed their second child, Maya June “MJ” Herrera, on April 9, 2023. Erika, Max, MJ, and older brother Wilder live in Knoxville, where Erika is a family physician with Summit Medical Group and an active board member with VCOM – Carolinas. She continues to enjoy teaching and will begin taking medical students in the fall. She shares, “The Lord has blessed me with a beautiful family and, after many years of training/travel, I am excited to plant roots and give back to those who have given me so much!”

Allison Lowe ’08: “I will travel to Sweden and Norway this June, a continuation of my love of international travel that was sparked when I studied abroad for a semester in the Netherlands as a Roan Scholar in 2007. This trip makes 12 European countries I've visited since my time at ETSU.”

U.S. Navy Commander Allen Barnett ’05 checked in from his current duty station in Colorado, where he’s been serving since early 2023 with U.S. Special Operations Command North (SOCNORTH). Allen recently returned from an extended trip through the Arctic, where he helped conduct a series of training exercises in extreme cold weather environments.

Roan Class of 2023!

OLIVIA BOSTIC Nursing

Having worked as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for the past six years, Olivia enjoys a fastpaced patient care environment. She is a certified NASCAR infield emergency medical response crew chief and completed her clinical care hours in the Emergency Department at Johnson City Medical Center. During her undergraduate career, Olivia was the recipient of a prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship award and was named the Washington County, VA Life Saving Crew’s Junior Member of the Year. This past summer, she moved to Nashville, where she is working as an acute care Registered Nurse in the nursing residency program at Ascension St. Thomas Midtown Hospital.

HAYLIE DAVENPORT Parks and Recreation Administration

After completing a summer-long internship with the recreation division of Sumter National Forest in South Carolina, Haylie graduated in August 2023. An outdoor enthusiast with a passion for connecting through honest dialogue, Haylie helped coordinate a Braver Angels debate on campus and spent the summer of 2022 as a naturebased facilitator for Girls Inc in Morristown, TN. Since graduation, Haylie has taken on a full-time role at Sumter National Forest, with plans to transition to another national park or national forest in the next 3-5 years.

REBECCA FRAZIER Nursing

During her time at ETSU, Rebecca served as an Expedition Leader and as President of the Beyond Access student organization, advocating for students with disabilities. Her Roan Summer

of Service internship supported REACH of Haywood County, a non-profit organization in Waynesville, NC that provides aid to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. Within ETSU’s College of Nursing, Rebecca was a Peer Ambassador for future nurses and served as a mentor to answer questions and provide guidance about Nursing School. Rebecca has a Nurse Residency and is working in the Pulmonary Medical Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC.

SAM GARCIA Chemistry

Sam has been an active campus leader, most notably in his elected roles within the Student Government Association (SGA) – first as a senator, and then as Vice President of Finance and Administration. He also served on the executive board of ETSU’s chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon and on the Interfraternity Council. Sam participated in undergraduate research – working in the lab of Dr. Xiaohui Wang at the Quillen College of Medicine on an investigation of liver response to sepsis – and completed an internship with the National Hispanic Medical Association through The Washington Center in Washington, D.C. He was also inducted into ETSU’s 1911 Society, which recognizes the university’s most notable graduates. Currently, Sam is living in the Denver area and working at a health clinic while he applies to medical school.

KEIANDRA HARPER Psychology

An exceptional campus leader, KeiAndra held numerous key roles within the Panhellenic community, including Panhellenic Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and President of ETSU’s chapter of Sigma Kappa sorority. She was an Expedition Leader for three years, giving campus tours to prospective students and special guests, and serving as an ambassador for ETSU. KeiAndra studied abroad in

Norway for a semester, interned in Washington D.C. and worked with the non-profit Light to Life, and was featured in the ETSU episode of Amazon Prime’s ‘The College Tour’ series. She is exploring professional opportunities with multiple organizations across the Southeast.

TAYLOR SHANKS Human Services

A helper by nature, Taylor spent her undergraduate years building connections and serving others. During the summer of 2020, Taylor worked with the Carter County Chamber of Commerce to develop a scholarships website for students in the county; the following summer, she interned with the First Tennessee Development District, helping plan regional events such as the first-ever Northeast Tennessee Recovery Housing Summit. On campus, Taylor served as president of the Gamma Theta chapter of Alpha Xi Delta sorority. As a junior, she was inducted into ETSU’s chapter of Omicron Delta

ROAN STAFF TRANSITIONS

We were incredibly fortunate these past 7+ years to count Dr. Jennifer Axsom Adler as a member of the Roan staff –initially as our first-ever Assistant Director, then as Associate Director.

Dr. Adler’s creative, caring leadership touched the lives of many Roan Scholars and Alumni; she also helped take the Roan Program to new heights and position it for even greater excellence and impact in the years to come.

In January 2023, Jennifer assumed a full-time faculty position within ETSU's College of Arts and Sciences as an Assistant Professor of History. As anyone who has taken one of her classes knows, she is both passionate about teaching and extremely gifted in this area – just as she is in academic research and writing.

Kappa, ETSU’s highest individual student honor for leadership and university service. Taylor is now working toward a Master of Arts in Counseling degree at ETSU.

CARTER WILSON Media and Communications

During his first year on campus, Carter was chosen to attend VMI’s annual Leadership and Ethics Conference in Lexington, VA. One of the themes during that conference was how setbacks and failures can lead to later successes, and how challenges can be turned into advantages and opportunities. Those lessons have resonated with Carter ever since. In the summer of 2020, Carter interned with the Hunger and Health Coalition in Watauga County, NC, working to combat food insecurity in local communities. The following summer he interned with Hollar & Greene, a role which led to his aspiration to one day own his own long-haul trucking company. Currently, Carter is again working with Hollar & Greene.

We wish Dr. Adler our very best and thank her for all she continues to mean to the Roan and to so many students, alumni, and others!

We are excited to introduce Dr. Matt Williams, who joined the Roan team on June 20, 2023 as our new Assistant Director. Originally from South Bend, Indiana, Matt’s background is in teaching; he also earned his Ed.D in Leadership and Learning in Organizations from Vanderbilt University.

A passionate educator and leader, he is most looking forward to working with Roan Scholars and helping them learn, grow, and bring about positive change. Welcome to the Roan, Dr. Williams!

WELCOME, Roan Class of 2027!

PEYTON GENTRY

Johnson County High School

Mountain City, TN

High school highlights: Peyton is a strong advocate for rural community health who helps teach CPR and First Aid in her community, organized a school-wide blood drive, and attended the Rural High School Medical Camp hosted by ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine. She earned numerous statewide awards as a Health Occupational Students of America (HOSA) leader, served as student body president and captain of her school’s varsity basketball and volleyball teams, and has spent years refining her musical craft as a violinist.

What you should know: “I am passionately curious about trying to find different ways to help people, passionately curious about trying to make a positive impact on peoples' lives, and passionately curious about living life to the fullest.”

NORA HONEYCUTT Science Hill High School

Johnson City, TN

High school highlights: Nora recognizes the value of humor as a communication tool. She served as president of the Science Hill Improv Team, earned high statewide rankings in National Speech and Debate Association competitions, studied sign language, and held many other leadership roles at school and in the community. During the summer of 2022, Nora attended Governor’s School for the Scientific Exploration of Tennessee Heritage, which nurtured her appreciation for US history and helped her develop her research skills.

What you should know: “Whether it be advising a friend or interacting with people who are down, empathy is one of my most personally valued traits. The ability to show compassion no matter the situation is (a) significant characteristic I am proud of.”

GRACE KELLNER

Daniel Boone High School

Jonesborough, TN

High school highlights: Grace was an active member of 4-H for eight years, serving in key leadership positions, earning numerous awards at the regional and state level, and speaking at the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta. She was a varsity soccer player, a member of her school’s Beta Club and Student Council, and involved in her church youth group. Grace also spearheaded a ‘Teddy Bears for Foster Care’ project to create and distribute stuffed bears to children in the foster system – in the hope of providing them the comfort she always wanted when she was in their situation.

What you should know: “I know that every person needs someone to be there for them, take care of them, give them advice, support them, and love them no matter the circumstances. This is something that I provide to anybody I meet.”

SHELBY KOERTEN

Sevier County High School

Sevierville, TN

High school highlights: Shelby has “always had a love of stories” that has manifested itself through dance, theater, and public speaking. She performed throughout high school and in community theatre, danced competitively for over eight years, earned regional and statewide awards for marketing communications and public speaking, and presented at the National Beta Club convention. Shelby was a youth group leader at her church, served as president of both DECA and the Sevierville Teen Board, and was a member of the Keep Sevier Beautiful Teen Advisory Board.

What you should know: “I am passionately curious about our potential as people when we combine our skills to create change. Each person is equipped with individual skill sets, experiences, and outlooks. These attributes allow people to make a difference in a way that no one else can. When these elements mesh together through teamwork, the potential impact is multiplied exponentially.

OLIVIA LAMB

Morristown High School East

Russellville, TN

High school highlights: Olivia was the top cadet in her JROTC unit, having been named Junior Cadet of the Year in 2022 and earned three national level medals. As a senior, she served as corps commander – the highest level one can achieve in the program. Olivia also captained her high school’s dance team, was a member of Hamblen County Youth Leadership, and was selected as her school’s representative for Volunteer Girls State.

What you should know: “I define myself as a fighter … I will fight for what I believe in, for the change I believe needs to happen … (and) for everyone I care about.”

MAGGIE MARTIN

Mitchell High School

Spruce Pine, NC

High school highlights: Maggie has a deep love and appreciation for music as well as a deep passion and curiosity regarding “all things political.” She has also been a dancer and cheerleader for the past six years, earning AllAmerican Cheerleader recognition from the Universal Cheerleading Association. Through an internship with the local Chamber of Commerce, she spearheaded and organized the ‘Jamboree,’ a now-annual event designed to celebrate jams and the locals who make them. Additionally, Maggie has worked since sophomore year with the community of students with disabilities.

What you should know: “I have been blessed with many learning opportunities through the years … these experiences have pushed me outside of my comfort zone, (and) I have a far greater appreciation for life and a realization that I must use what I have to help those dear to me.”

OLIVIA NOTHNAGEL

West Ridge High School

Blountville, TN

High school highlights: Olivia served as a student ambassador for West Ridge High School, which opened in fall 2021 after three area high schools were combined. Named Homecoming Queen in 2022, she played varsity tennis all four years of high school, served as secretary of the West Ridge High School Key Club, and was a Beta

Club Scholar and National Honors Scholar. Outside of school, Olivia operates her own online small business, ‘Liv’s Boutique.’

What you should know: “Knowing that I have the ability and opportunity to encourage and positively influence (others) makes me truly want to use that "power" – so to speak – for good. How can I encourage and influence others? (Knowing) that we can "make or break" someone's day really pushes me to be as encouraging and loving as I can. It also makes me want to be a positive leader for them.”

ELIZA SMITH Volunteer High School Church Hill, TN

High school highlights: A selfpublished novelist who has also won numerous state- and national-level awards for writing and speaking, Eliza has always been captivated by the power of words. She is also passionate about serving and leading, whether at school – where she was VP of Key Club, president of Beta Club, founder of First Priority, competed on the swimming and cross-country teams, and acted with the Drama Club – or in her community, as a member of Y.E.L.L. Mayor’s Youth Council. Eliza also attended Volunteer Girls State and was an Appalachian Highlands Twenty Under 20 honoree.

What you should know: “I love mobilizing people and don’t back away from a challenge … I am very spirited, I strive to give my all, and will invest fully in anything I am part of.”

REAGAN SPARKS

Mitchell High School

Spruce Pine, NC

High school highlights: Reagan, who attended Tar Heel Girls State in 2022, was also a three-sport varsity athlete: volleyball, track, and basketball – in which she earned all-conference honors. President of her school’s Book Club, Sparks volunteered with the Mitchell County summer reading enhancement program for children, helping kids improve their reading ability and fostering a love for reading.

What you should know: “I’m passionate and competitive in everything I do … If I am going to do something, I am going to do my absolute best at it … and I enjoy encouraging others to do the same.”

Legacy SUPPORTING A

ROAN STEERING COMMITTEE, 2022-2023

Stephen Dixon

Keely Goodwin ’07

Kathy Hall

Jennifer Keller

Mark Kinser – Chair

Dr. Brian Noland

Kelly Price

Dr. Joe Sherlin

Melissa Steagall-Jones

John D. “Spike” Tickle, II

Caroline Ross WIlliams ’07

Friends of the Roan support the program in many ways – including reviewing application files, serving as committee members, speaking at events, hosting interns, mentoring Roan Scholars, providing financial resources, and more. We’re grateful for every one of these individuals and all they do to ensure the continued vitality and strength of the Roan program.

REGIONAL INTERVIEW COMMITTEE, 2022-2023

Jim Bolton

Tara Burns

Claudia Byrd

Bob Cantler

Dr. Heather Cook ’04

Heidi Dulebohn

April Eads

Ron Edmond

Jasen Eige

Dr. Emily Eisenhower ’13

Gwen Ellis

Dr. Aya Fukuda ’06

Joy Fulkerson

Emily Goepel

Whitney Goetz

Valentina Escobar

Gonzalez

Helen Harmon

Dr. Dana Harrison

Dr. Erika Herrera ’14

Dr. McKenzie Highsmith

Judy Ingala

Anna Ingram

Dr. Amy Johnson

Dr. Wendy Jordanov

Jenna Lafever

Debbie Pencarinha (P’14)

Matt Pencarinha ’14

Dr. Josh Reid

Scott Robertson

Valerie Robertson

Lewis Runnion

Karen Speropulos

Mitch Tuell

Dr. Subhashini Vashisth

Lea Anne Wiles

Jeff Williams

Robert Williams

Jackie Wilson

Cynthia Woodmansee

Alicyn York ’15

WAYS TO GIVE

The Roan is funded primarily by donor gifts. Your gifts to the Roan help provide students with an unparalleled college experience that equips and inspires them to positively impact their communities and those around them – both during their time at ETSU and after they become Roan Alumni like the ones highlighted below. Thank you for helping us sustain Mr. Gump’s legacy through your generous support!

KEELY GOODWIN ’ 07 Product Director Eastman Chemical Kingsport, TN

OLIVIA ELLIS ’18 Art Director Big Village New York, NY

SHIVAM PATEL ’ 22 Medical Student Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Baltimore, MD

MATT PENCARINHA ’14 Entrepreneur / Founder & CEO Assett Commercial Services Asheville, NC

MCKENZIE TEMPLETON ’ 22 Director – Young Professional Development Chamber of Commerce Johnson City, TN

MILLIE ROBINSON TYREE ’ 17 Teacher Towne Acres Elementary Johnson City, TN

Thank You to our

GENEROUS SUPPORTERS

The Roan Program remains a community investment in leadership. We extend our deepest gratitude to all of the individuals and organizations (including ETSU) who help us empower the next generation of leaders.

Thank you to these generous donors who supported the Roan during this past fiscal year (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023).

Dr. Jennifer Axsom Adler and Warren Adler

Betty J. Anderson

Jeff and Beth Anderson (15+)

Rev. David and Janet Anglin (P’25)

Pate Anglin ’25

Anonymous (multiple)

+ Jay Austin

+

Sage Miller Austin

Ayco Charitable Foundation (10)

Dr. Bert C. Bach

P.B. and Amanda Bachman

Bank of America Charitable

Gift Fund

+ Dr. Anne-Corrine Beaver

+ Dr. Dick and Betsy Beaver

Dorothy and John Bedor

Dr. Philip ’06 and Lauren

Benfield (5+)

Gavin Bentley ’24

Sally Gump Berryman (10+)

+ Nell and Daniel Bieger

Dr. Wilsie and Paul Bishop

Blackburn, Childers & Steagall PLC

+ Carol and Dr. Chester

Blankenship

Morgan Blazer ’25

Blue Cross/Blue Shield of TN

Health Foundation

Sharon and Rolland

Boles (15+)

Gordon and Cindy Bolton

+ Jim Bolton

Lauren Bond

Morgan ’19 and Isaac Boven (5)

Bill and Nancy Bovender

Anne T. Brading

Katherine Brittain Bradley and David Bradley

Lynn P. Brannon (5+)

Dr. Michael and Linda Browder (10)

Dr. Bonnie L. Burchett (20+)

Dr. Cynthia S. Burnley and Robert Riser (10+)

Tara and Matthew Burns (5+)

Amber ’10 and Scott Butler (5+)

Claudia H. Byrd (5+)

Cade Campbell ’24

Tracy and Christopher Campbell (P’24)

Gail and John Campbell (10+)

Bob and Diana Cantler

Bill and Lisa Carmody (P’20) (5)

Tiffani Carrasco-Stovall ’18 and Dr. Thomas Stovall

+ Britney Carver (P’26)

+ Zayda K. Carver ’26

Emily Casteel ’24

Kimberly and Matt Casteel (P’24)

Sally Chikomb ’24

Clarinda P Jeanes Living Trust

Grace McCord Collins ’12 and Sean Collins ’12 (10+)

+ Community Property Trust

Harriet D. Cone (10)

Dr. Heather J. Cook ’04 and Lafe Cook (15+)

Tiffany Cook Alford ’21 + Janet G. Corcoran

Barbara A. and J. Mitch Cox (5+)

+ Katy Crowder

Jim and Mikki Culbert (P’10)

Josh ’10 and Casey Culbert (10+)

Anne and Steve Darden (5+)

Ben and Ashley Daugherty (5+)

Haylie Davenport ‘23

Andy and Hayley Dietrich

Stephen and Jennifer Dixon

Brianna M. Donachy ’20

Elisabeth and Reneau Dubberley (5)

Mandy Dugger ’19 (5+)

April and Timothy Eads

East Tennessee Foundation (15+)

Eastman Credit Union (10)

Ronald G. Edmond (5+)

Dr. Emily K. EisenhowerBaxter ’13 (5)

Gwen and Phil Ellis (P’18)

Enterprise Holdings Foundation

James H. Epps, IV (5+)

Dr. Susan B. Epps

+ Valentina Escobar-Gonzalez

+ Max Evans

Nathan Farnor ’18 and Seth Graves

Lori and Al Fatherree (10+)

Kathy Feagins (10)

+ Gary Fentin

Carol and Michael Ferguson (5+)

Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund (5+)

Mary Gump Fly and Dr. Chris Fly (5)

Dessi Ford

Dr. Aya Fukuda ’06 (10+)

Joy L. Fulkerson

COL (Ret) Patrick Gagan (10)

Cheyna ’13 and Mitch

Galloway

Dr. Linda and Al Garceau (5+)

Samuel Garcia ’23

Regina Giles and Dr. Patton M. Giles, Jr. (15+)

Joanne W. Gilmer (5+)

Whitney R. Goetz

Good Batch Mama LLC

Sierra Gossett ’15 (5+)

+ Jean C. Grainger

+ Greater Washington Community Foundation

Alan Gump and Serena Fisher

Drs. Jay and Meghan Gump

Louis H. Gump* (20+)

Louis and Mary Elizabeth Gump (5+)

Warren Gump (10+)

Mikki ’05 and Brandon Hale (10+)

Andy and Julie Hall

Kathy and Duke Hall (5)

Helen Harmon

KeiAndra Harper ’23

Dr. Dana Harrison

David Hatley

Dr. Erika ’14 and Max Herrera (5+)

Erik and Ellen Herrin (5)

Dick and Penny Heydt

Dr. McKenzie and Akiah

Highsmith

Lucas Hitechew ’14 (5+)

+ Michael Holt

Liz Hughes (5+)

Bobby and Jean Hurt (20+)

Judy Ingala

LTC(Ret) Scott and Barb

Jeffress (10)

Seth Jewett ’20

John M and Arnold S Jones

Family Foundation

Dr. Amy D. Johnson (5)

+ Cooper Johnson ’26

+ Dr. Toby Johnson (P’26)

Helena Jones and John M. Jones, Jr. (5)

Katie Jones ’25

Dr. Wendy Jordanov

Ronquille Joyner ’24

+ Kara A. Kahley

Dr. David K. Kalwinsky (5)

Dr. Christopher J. Keller

Jennifer and Jeff Keller

Linda J. Keller (15+)

Erinn King

Mark and Lindy Kinser (5)

+ Bill and Beth Kling

Dr. Hal and Terri Knight (20)

+ Rachel and Donald Koth

+ J. Sandhi Kozsuch

Jocelyn and Steven Lacey

Michael Laposky

Margot Ledford ’18

Cpt. Richard C. Lewis, III

Karen Pierce Lim and Dr. Tanna Lim

+ Larry and Dawn Loveday (P’26)

+ Leah Loveday ’26

Allison K. Lowe ’08 (5+)

LPI, Inc

+ Janie and Jones Luna

Taylor Martin ’17 (5)

Joshua and Katie

Mattox (P’23)

Courtney and Bo Mauzy (5+)

Dave and Susan McAuley

+ Dr. Tom and Joy McGinnis

Dr. Richard and Vicki

McGowan (15+)

+ Margaret B. McKinnon

+ Dr. Ken and Kendra J.

Mijeski

Dr. Daniel Miller ‘12

+ Miranda Hill Scholarship Fund

+ Sarah Mohammed ’26

Mooneyhan Family Foundation (15+)

+ Jenna and Mark Lafever

Coralie and Ray Morgan

Mary M. Morgan

Marc and Pin-Chia

Murphy (5+)

Mary Kennerly Myers

Dr. Roy S. Nicks (10+)

Caroline Parris ’22

Courtney Parris (P’22)

Shivam Patel ’22

Elaine Pectol

Debbie Pencarinha (P’14)

Matt Pencarinha ’14 (5+)

Jennifer Penley (20+)

Kevin Peters (5+)

+ Ty Pitman

Mary Powell (10+)

Sabrina ’10 and MAJ Chad

Prosser (10)

+ Elizabeth Rabb

Austin Ramsey ’21

Drs. Josh and Erin Reid

Renaissance Charitable Foundation (5+)

Peter and Betsy Rice

+ Carey Riddle

+ Jennie and Albert Ritchie

Brittany L. Robbins ’09 (5+)

+ Surry P. Roberts

Leanna C. Robertson Johnson

Scott and Valerie Robertson

+ Patricia and Kent Roller

Adam Rosenbalm ’21

Lewis Runnion

Mollie B. Rutledge ’14 (5)

Lottie and Eric Ryans (10+)

+ Phil and Rena Scharfstein

Taylor Shanks ’23

Dr. Chandler Parris Sharpe ’17

Abby Simpson ’25

April Simpson (P’25)

Jennifer and Steve Skaggs (P’25)

Riley Skaggs ‘25

Jim Sledge (10+)

+ Joseph E. Smith

+ Josh Smith

Karen Smith (P’24)

Keaton Smith ‘24

Sally Smith

Donna and Norris Sneed (10+)

Linda J. Spence (5)

John and Karen Speropulos

Dr. Allan D. Spritzer (10+)

+ Dr. Isabel Stanley and Brooke H. Stanley, Sr.

Dr. Paul E. Stanton, Jr. and Nancy Stanton (5+)

Melissa S. Steagall-Jones and Jeff Jones (5+)

+ Donald Stephens, Jr. and Jonelle Stephens

Janet and Philip Stork

+ Jonathan and Magiyat Stoudt

+ Macy Strader ’26

+ Leslie and Stephen Strader (P’26)

+ Strategic Growth Logistics LLC

Drs. William R. and Mary K. Sullivan (10)

Nita and Rab Summers (15+)

+ Summit Leadership Foundation

T Rowe Price Program for Charitable Giving (10+)

+ Ann Tanner Taylor

+ Robert L. Taylor, Jr.

McKenzie Templeton ’22

Shaina Thompson ’25

Ann and John Tickle (10+)

Lisa Tickle and John D.

“Spike” Tickle, II (5)

Rev. Bedford T. Transou (5+)

CPT Braden Trent ’20

David and Malissa Trent (P’20)

Mitch and Dr. Dawn Tuell (5)

+ Cristian Umesawa

Lexi Vance ’24

Angie and Linc Vance (P’24)

Dr. Carroll P. and Michelle M. Vance (10+)

Tim ’09 and Marti Vanthournout (10)

+ Jessica Vodden

Jon Walker

+ Paul David Walker

Estate of Dr. Gwen Wallace

Cadee Warren ’24

Stephanie and Mitchell Warren (P’24)

Suzanne and Travis Watson (P’25)

Veronica Watson ’25

Lewis P. Wexler, Sr. and Lynda Wexler (5+)

+ Braydon White ’26

Mary-Lib White and Dr. John White, Jr.

Trent White ’25

Dr. Brenda White-Wright and Charles Wright (5+)

+ Anne B. Whittemore

Dr. Hunter Wike ’18 (5)

Drs. Lea Anne and David Wiles

+ Tonya McCall Wilkes

Dr. A. Lynn Williams and Dr. Jim Bitter

Caroline ’07 and Jason Williams (10+)

Dr. Jackson H. Williams

+ Jeff Williams

+ Larry K. Williams

+ Robert and Erin Williams

Carmen and Jim Wilson (P’16, ’23)

+ SFC(Ret) Jackie Wilson

Jackie and Jeff Wilson (P’19) (5)

Taylor Wilson ’19

Cynthia and David Woodmansee

Alicyn York-Decosimo ’15 (5+)

Robin and Robert York (P’15) (5+)

’XX Roan Alumni and current Roan Scholars (P ’XX) Roan Parent

+ Denotes 1st-time donor in 2022-2023

(X) Denotes 5 / 10 / 15 / 20 or more years of giving

* Deceased

PO Box 70304

Johnson City, TN 37614-1701

An Enduring Legacy

– OF LEADERSHIP, SERVICE, AND IMPACT

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