2010 Garrett McQueen (BM) completed his bassoon fellowship with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and earned the second bassoon position in the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra.
Philanthropy news Philanthropists Jim and Janet Ayers have made a $1 million gift that will allow the University of Memphis to attract and retain accomplished students and faculty and increase graduation rates at the Lambuth Campus. The Ayers’ gift will be used for initiatives that support
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students, faculty, programs and facilities. It is part of a larger fundraising drive dedicated
Bailey Hill (BBA, JD ’14) joined Crone & McEvoy as a staff attorney.
to the Lambuth Campus. This gift positions the Lambuth Campus for future growth and success. It will be used to attract quality students and faculty through scholarships, professorships and chairs, as well as improve facilities and support a vibrant student culture.
2014 Jennifer Mayham (JD) received the Law
Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc. has made a $300,000 commitment over three
Student of the Year Award from the Tennessee
years to the Finish Line program, which helps adults complete their education. Finish Line
Bar Association, the state’s top award for
encourages students who have dropped out after earning 90 or more credit hours to return
student pro bono work. Mayham was
to school to finish their degrees at low or no cost. Sedgwick is the leading North American
recognized for her service to Memphis Area
provider of innovative, technology-enabled claims and productivity management solutions.
Legal Services. She has volunteered with the organization since fall 2012.
Finish Line also received a generous commitment from Dr. Trish Ring and Ring Companies, one of the largest plastic container manufacturers in North America.
* Lambuth University Graduate
Regional CLUB Spotlight:
Houston
Andrew Glisson is a vice president in the Energy Practice at Jardine Lloyd Thompson, the world’s largest specialty insurance broker. He works with companies across all segments of the energy continuum. Glisson serves on the board of the Young Professionals in Energy, which donated more than $50,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in 2014 alone. He is a board adviser for the Risk and Insurance Management Society and is on the planning committee for the 2015 Houston Marine Insurance Seminar. “This is an exciting time to be an alum of the U of M,” says Glisson. “Tiger athletics are reaching new heights. Many programs, including our Law School, are nationally ranked, new campus facilities are world-class, and we are giving more people access to college than ever before. We invite alumni and friends in the Houston area to stay connected to this great University and join us at future events to network, get involved and give back to our University. Typical events include Tiger watch parties and networking events, but the club is always looking for new ideas.” Visit memphis.edu/houston or contact alumniassociation@memphis.edu for
Andrew Glisson (BBA ’07)
additional information. “Like” the Houston Alumni Club on Facebook for upcoming events:
President, Houston Alumni Club
facebook.com/memphishoustonalumniclub.
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