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VCU Alumni’s 10 Under 10 awards program celebrates graduates who earned their first VCU degree — whether undergraduate, graduate or professional — within the past 10 years. These honorees show the talent, drive and impact of the university’s newest generation of alumni.
Jose Alcaine, Ph.D. (Ph.D'16,Cert.'22)
Jose Alcaine, Ph.D. (Ph.D'16,Cert.'22)
Director of research services, VCU School of EducationAffiliate assistant professor, foundations of education, VCU School of EducationAdjunct faculty, VCU L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs
In his roles at VCU, Jose Alcaine, Ph.D., brings extensive experience in higher education and research administration, including research development, proposal preparation and submission, and faculty and graduate student professional development programming.
Alcaine believes that universities continue to be indispensable positive change agents in their communities and in society at large. His research interests include higher education policy, university administration, university leadership, college access and funding, foundations of higher education in the U.S. and how universities interact with surrounding communities as agents of economic, social and regional development.
Before coming to VCU, Alcaine worked at Tulane University in his hometown of New Orleans, where he supported research and clinical faculty as well as doctoral fellows in the School of Medicine.
Alcaine holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration and a postgraduate certificate in geographic information systems from VCU’s Wilder School. He also holds the designation of Certified Research Administrator granted by the Research Administrators Certification Council, a national accrediting body in the field.
He is active in a variety of national professional organizations and societies including the Society of Research Administrators International, the National Organization of Research Development Professionals, Pi Alpha Alpha National Honor Society for Public Affairs, the American Society for Public Administration and the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management.
Fadel Allassan (B.S.'19)
Fadel Allassan (B.S.'19)
Weekend politics editor, CNN
Born in Dakar, Senegal, to a Togolese family, Fadel Allasan immigrated to the United States when he was 7 years old. In Northern Virginia, he grew up in a family that always had the news on, and he knew from an early age he would have a career in journalism.
At VCU, he was the managing editor of The Commonwealth Times, which won more than 10 awards during his tenure from 2015-19, including the Society of Professional Journalists’ best non-daily student newspaper. By his senior year, the Associated Collegiate Press listed The Commonwealth Times as a top 15 student newspaper.
After graduation, he joined the then-new website Axios. First as a reporter, then as an editor, Allassan helped shape editorial strategy as Axios went from a small startup to one of the leading news outlets in the country. Because of his editorial leadership, he was selected by Axios to attend the 2022 White House Correspondents dinner, where Axios was recognized for the best White House coverage in the media.
Currently, Allassan is a news editor for CNN’s Washington bureau, where he guides CNN’s digital editorial strategy for politics coverage.
Caitlyn Berry (M.S.O.T.'15)
Caitlyn Berry (M.S.O.T.'15)
Director of government relations, SportableAdjunct professor, VCU
As a lifelong Richmonder and the daughter of two proud VCU alumni, Caitlyn Berry has always been deeply connected to both her community and her alma mater. “VCU has always been part of my story, and I’m grateful for how it continues to shape my journey,” she says.
Berry has built her career in disability services and advocacy, rooted in the belief that people with disabilities are the experts on their own lives and that communities are strongest when everyone has equitable access to participation.
After earning her master’s degree in occupational therapy from the College of Health Professions in 2015, Caitlyn began her career at SOAR365, providing in-home therapy for young children with disabilities and developmental delays. She later co-founded Adapt and Grow, a private therapy practice to empower families to help their neurodivergent children thrive.
In 2021, Berry joined the staff of Sportable Adaptive Sports and Recreation, whose mission is to create opportunities and transform the lives of individuals with physical disabilities and visual impairments, and those requiring physical accommodations through sport, recreation, health and wellness. She had first connected with the local nonprofit as a VCU student volunteer. “Service to the community was a value instilled in me at a young age,” she says. “VCU, with its deep connections across the region, reinforced that value and gave me new opportunities to serve the region I’ve always called home.”
At Sportable, Berry led the launch of new wellness programs including mindfulness and wheelchair ballroom dance, established the Athlete Ambassadors leadership initiative, and led three state-funded projects aimed at removing systemic barriers and expanding access to adaptive sports. Today, as Sportable’s director of government relations, she collaborates with state agencies, municipal leadership and policymakers to advance disability health and inclusion.
A 13-time marathoner, Berry spends most Saturday mornings running through the city as a volunteer coach of the nonprofit Sports Backers’ marathon training team, a role she has held for the past five years. She also advocates for accessible, active-living infrastructure as a Bike Walk RVA Champion and serves on both the President’s Council and DEI Advisory Council at Sports Backers. She has held volunteer leadership roles with the Virginia Occupational Therapy Association board and the Children’s Museum of Richmond Associate Board.
Berry is also a dedicated educator and mentor. She has presented at over 100 conferences and community events on disability etiquette and inclusion, mentored more than a dozen VCU occupational therapy students, and now serves as an adjunct faculty member in the VCU Department of Occupational Therapy, helping shape the next generation of occupational therapy leaders.
“My passion has always been ensuring that people with disabilities have equitable access to opportunities,” she says. “True inclusion strengthens our entire community and helps us all live healthier, happier lives.”
Stone Brickhouse (B.S.'20)
Stone Brickhouse (B.S.'20)
Senior operations manager and production controller, KeHE Distributors
Stone Brickhouse plays a vital role at KeHE Distributors, one of the nation’s largest natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributors, where he leads initiatives in lean principles, process improvement and inventory integrity to improve safety, quality and operational efficiency.
Previously, he served as a commercial real estate research consultant at CoStar Group, where he was selected for the company’s Emerging Leaders Program and chosen for a 12-member Tiger Team that redefined national data quality standards impacting thousands of platform users. His work improved how property information is classified, audited and standardized for brokers, investors and analysts nationwide.
Brickhouse began his career at Amazon as an operations manager, where he managed large-scale fulfillment operations. He increased productivity by more than 25%, reduced attrition to below 5% and implemented quality initiatives that lowered error rates and streamlined inventory. He also served as president of the Black Employee Network at his site, spearheading service initiatives and cross-site engagement.
Douglas Eck, D.P.T. (D.P.T.'16)
Douglas Eck, D.P.T. (D.P.T.'16)
Senior neurologic physical therapist, Dignity Health
Douglas Eck, D.P.T., has built a career at the crossroads of clinical expertise and innovation. After earning his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from VCU, he completed a postdoctoral neurologic residency and a master’s in health care innovation at The Ohio State University. That combination set the stage for a career in neurologic rehabilitation and expanding access to care for people of all abilities.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Eck relocated to Las Vegas to launch the region’s first interdisciplinary outpatient clinic for individuals with complex neurologic injuries and disorders. Since then, he has become a leading voice in improving outcomes for people living with spinal cord injury and neuromuscular diseases such as ALS and muscular dystrophy.
Beyond his clinical work, Eck invests deeply in education and advocacy. He contributes to the neurologic rehab curriculum in the D.P.T. programs at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and Touro University Nevada; mentors doctoral candidates; and holds leadership roles in national organizations including the American Physical Therapy Association, the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals and the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America. He also serves as president of NevadaSCI, the only nonprofit in southern Nevada dedicated to supporting people with spinal cord injury and disease. He frequently presents at national conferences, sharing insights on innovation, access and the evolving landscape of neurorehabilitation.
His dedication to advancing the field was recognized this year when he received the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation Creativity Award from the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals. The award, which includes $25,000 in funding, is fueling a new intensity-driven group exercise class for people living with spinal cord injury in Las Vegas. The program reflects Eck’s philosophy that rehabilitation should not be confined to the clinic but should instead foster connection, resilience and long-term independence.
Across every role — clinician, educator, mentor, advocate and innovator — Eck is guided by building access, community and confidence for individuals of all abilities. His work blends cutting-edge science with human-centered care, helping people move, live and thrive on their own terms.
Michelle Laws, Ph.D. (Ph.D.'16)
Michelle Laws, Ph.D. (Ph.D.'16)
Adjunct professor, North Carolina Central University; CEO and principal consultant, Symbiotic Strategies
Michelle Laws, a native of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a dynamic teacher, scholar and public speaker who is best known for her advocacy for social justice, human rights, persons with mental illness, and poor women and children.
Laws leads Symbiotic Strategies, a public relations firm that works to improve relationships between the health care industry and historically marginalized populations. Besides her adjunct role at North Carolina Central University, she has also served as an adjunct professor at VCU and North Carolina State University and has taught classes in federal and state prisons.
Her distinguished professional career includes serving at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services as the assistant director of consumer support services and community engagement and as the diversity, equity and inclusion chair. She was secretary of the department’s COVID response team, where she developed and implemented policies and directed funding to increase testing and vaccinations in North Carolina’s historically marginalized populations, and was the chief experience officer for the North Carolina Medical Society. In 2018, she became the first Black woman to run for a congressional seat in North Carolina’s 4th District on the Democratic ticket.
Inspired by the courageous women who came before her, she is a servant-leader. “Awards and recognition are nice, but being able to serve in positions that have allowed me to be a voice and advocate for those who have been devalued, discarded and disregarded are much grander aspirations,” she says.
She holds a Ph.D. in social and behavioral sciences from VCU. She graduated magna cum laude with a Master of Arts degree from North Carolina Central University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Brent Monseur, M.D. (M.D. '16)
Brent Monseur, M.D. (M.D. '16)
OB-GYN, founding director of the Q+ Family Building Clinic at Stanford University School of Medicine
Brent Monseur (he/they) is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist and the founding director of the Q+ Family Building Clinic at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he led a highly specialized team dedicated to improving reproductive outcomes for sexual- and gender-minority populations. In September, he left Stanford to go into private practice in San Francisco.
They have received numerous awards for their work with the LGBTQ+ community including the inaugural Stanford Graduate Medical Education Award for Promoting Health Equity, the Diversity Fellowship Research Award from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and an NIH Health Disparities Research Loan Repayment Program award from the National Institutes of Health. They serve as a chair of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine’s LGBTQ+ Special Interest Group and have previously served as a board member of Medical Students for Choice and Path2Parenthood (now Family Equality).
After receiving their medical doctorate at VCU, they went on to complete OB-GYN residency at Thomas Jefferson University and their fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Stanford University. They are also trained as a reproductive biologist at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health where they completed a Master of Science degree. Dr. Monseur received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry with a concentration in Spanish from the University of Mary Washington.
Farhana Sakloth, Ph.D.(Ph.D.'15)
Farhana Sakloth, Ph.D.(Ph.D.'15)
Associate director of business development search and evaluation, Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, Farhana Sakloth focuses on supporting the identification and evaluation of external opportunities within the cardiovascular and neuroscience therapeutic areas, contributing to the company’s business development and external innovation efforts. She also serves as a cultural ambassador, promoting team building and professional development and helping create a collaborative and connected workplace.
Prior to that role, Sakloth worked as a biopharma equity research associate at Ladenburg Thalmann, a financial services company. In this position, she leveraged her scientific experience to analyze biopharmaceutical stocks, working across different therapeutic areas.
Farhana earned her Ph.D. in medicinal chemistry from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship in pharmacology at VCU and in neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Her academic research has primarily focused on addiction and chronic pain, resulting in multiple peer-reviewed publications. Beyond her professional achievements, Farhana is a dedicated mentor and advocate for career development. She has mentored numerous students in her academic journey. She has also briefly served as co-vice chair for the Mentorship, Advisors, Peers and Sponsorship program for the New York Chapter of Women in Bio, an organization of professionals committed to promoting careers, leadership and entrepreneurship for women in the life sciences.
Athira Varma Jayakumar (M.S.'20)
Athira Varma Jayakumar (M.S.'20)
Senior software engineer, DISTek Integration Inc.
Athira Varma Jayakumar is an innovative leader in autonomous vehicles and safety-critical technologies that are advancing the future of mining and heavy equipment automation.
She has held leading roles at DISTek Integration, Aptiv and Virginia Commonwealth University, driving projects that span autonomous mining trucks, advanced vehicle diagnostics, nuclear safety systems and automotive body control units — all unified by her commitment to advancing safety and reliability in high-stakes environments.
At VCU, Jayakumar, who earned her degree in electrical and computer engineering, co-developed the SymPLe architecture, a groundbreaking framework that modernizes nuclear instrumentation and control systems. This project, supported by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Electric Power Research Institute, introduced novel verification workflows and fault injection methods that have been recognized with patents and global adoption. She also pioneered property-based fault injection techniques that transformed safety validation, dramatically reducing the time to certify critical systems.
Beyond the research lab, her work includes designing and testing next-generation autonomous mining trucks, where she played a critical role in implementing new verification methods, hardware-in-the-loop systems and advanced fault-handling algorithms now deployed in commercial vehicles.
Jayakumar has authored articles in influential technical publications and shares her expertise globally as a judge for the Globee Awards, Business Intelligence Group Awards, Brandon Hall Group Awards and Global Recognition Awards. She also serves on the editorial boards of the International Journal of Science and Research and the Journal of Recent Trends in Computer Science and Engineering, where she is a reviewer and adviser.
Previously, she served as a Global Talent Fellow with the Open Avenues Foundation, mentoring underrepresented students in model-based engineering, guiding impactful projects that connected academic learning to real-world applications.
Jayakumar credits her time at VCU with shaping her passion for solving complex, real-world challenges through research and innovation. Her journey highlights how technical excellence, leadership and service can leave a lasting impact on both industry and community.
Olivia Wood (B.S.'18)
Olivia Wood (B.S.'18)
Underwriting director of operations, Continental Underwriters
Olivia Wood has built a robust career in the insurance industry, grounded in strong academics and a commitment to continuous professional growth for herself and her peers. She is a proud graduate of VCU’s Risk Management and Insurance Program.
Based in Richmond, she currently serves as the underwriting director of operations at Continental Underwriters, specializing in insurance solutions for the wood products industry. She has progressed through various roles since joining the company in 2016 as a risk assessment technician intern. Her expertise spans underwriting, operations management and strategic leadership.
As secretary of the Richmond Chapter of the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter Society, she plays an active role in advancing the designation and building the community of insurance professionals in the Richmond area.
Since 2024, she has been an adjunct professor at VCU where she teaches a course on property and casualty insurance, helping shape the future of the industry by mentoring the next generation of professionals.
Beyond her involvement in the insurance industry, Wood is deeply committed to making a positive impact in the metro area. As chair of the Next Generation Council at SOAR365, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, she helps implement events that foster inclusion and opportunity for all.
With a passion for leadership, service and professional development, Wood continues to make meaningful contributions to both the insurance industry and the local community.
Alumni Stars
VCU alumni are making an impact in the worlds of art, business, education, service and health care. They bring their knowledge, creativity, and leadership to illuminate challenges, drive innovation and enrich lives in every corner of the world.
Held every two years, the Alumni Stars Awards honors outstanding Rams who are making a lasting difference in their professions and in their communities.
Teresa L. Edwards (M.H.A.'84)
Teresa L. Edwards (M.H.A.'84)
An innovative health care leader in acute care and ambulatory leadership, Teresa “Terrie” Edwards, FACHE, has long served as an advocate for improving patient outcomes.
She joined Sentara in September 2008 as the president of the 250-bed Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia, and is now senior vice president and regional president, overseeing the five community hospitals in Sentara’s Eastern region.
Prior to joining Sentara, she was executive vice president of Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center in Richmond, where her accomplishments included opening a 130-bed hospital in 2005. She developed the original medical staff and led physician recruitment while achieving high patient satisfaction scores.
She also held positions as associate administrator for Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Richmond and chief operating officer for Williamsburg Community Hospital.
Edwards has been a leader and role model to VCU students and future health care leaders for almost 40 years. Throughout her career, she has provided ongoing support of the College of Health Professions’ Department of Health Administration, where she has mentored and served as a preceptor to M.H.A. students. She taught a graduate class and was a member and chair of the health administration alumni advisory committee.
She has received numerous professional awards, including multiple Sentara CEO awards, the American College of Healthcare Executives Regent’s Award and the VCU Health Administration Alumni of the Year Award.
Sarah P. Farrell, Ph.D., RN (Ph.D.'95)
Sarah P. Farrell, Ph.D., RN (Ph.D.'95)
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Since graduating from VCU, Sarah Farrell, Ph.D., has demonstrated her commitment to transforming higher education and health care through innovation.
As the first chief technology officer at the University of Virginia School of Nursing from 2005-10, Farrell implemented an elective for first-year students, “Be the Spider Not the Fly,” which won university awards for integrating literature and technology. She also won a Jefferson Trust award for providing every nursing student with an iPod. This achievement caught the attention of Apple, where she has worked since 2012 as a leadership executive, collaborating with visionary higher education leaders to transform teaching and learning in the digital environment.
Throughout her career, Farrell has found innovative uses for emerging technology for screening, educating and treating mental disorders, improving mental health outcomes and developing subsequent policy and procedural implications for action. One example was a multimillion-dollar federal community support program she led for the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services that resulted in more comprehensive services for people with serious mental illness who are also experiencing homelessness.
She also is committed to supporting nursing excellence at VCU. In 2018, she established the Sarah P. Farrell Legacy Research Endowment that provides opportunities for support for nursing Ph.D. students in their dissertation phase or for pilot research projects by tenure-track or tenured faculty in the School of Nursing.
Aaron Gilchrist (B.S.'03)
Aaron Gilchrist (B.S.'03)
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Aaron Gilchrist is an NBC News White House correspondent, reporting across all NBC News platforms. Before joining the White House unit, Gilchrist was an anchor for NBC News NOW, NBC News’ 24/7 streaming news network.
Joining NBC News in 2021 as an anchor and correspondent, Gilchrist has covered the largest breaking news stories impacting the country and the world. In addition to covering the Biden administration beginning in 2023, Gilchrist recently has been crisscrossing the country on the campaign trail covering President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. He’s also invested much of his time in the field covering veterans’ issues and military families, as well as housing, climate change and breaking news.
Prior to joining NBC News, he was the weekday morning anchor for NBC News4 in Washington, D.C., guiding viewers through blizzards, inaugurations and many of the major events of the past decade. He reported on everything from papal visits to national political conventions to mass shootings.
He spent 11 years before that as an anchor and reporter in his hometown of Richmond, Virginia, at WWBT, an NBC affiliate. In that time, he covered the historic first inauguration of President Barack Obama and spent several days on the Gulf Coast reporting on the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
Gilchrist is the recipient of five Emmy Awards. He graduated from VCU with a degree in mass communications, where he also has been an adjunct faculty member teaching broadcast writing and media ethics courses.
Lynn Hackney (B.S.'88)
Lynn Hackney (B.S.'88)
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Lynn Hackney, who graduated from VCU with a bachelor’s in economics, is a co-owner of Community Three, a real estate investment and development firm in the Washington, D.C., region. She leads the acquisition, capital and market research teams, where she leverages her 35 years of finance, development and investment experience in urban mixed-use projects. In 2008, she founded Allyson Capital, an equity investment firm; it was acquired in 2017 as the financing arm of Community Three.
In 2001, she founded Urban Pace, a real estate advisory firm. She was the only woman in the D.C. area to have sole ownership of a major real estate corporation, residential or commercial. She capitalized on her firm’s success by selling in 2016; Urban Pace is now owned by Berkshire Hathaway.
Her accomplishments in the real estate industry resulted in her election as president and chair of the board at the D.C. Building Industry Association in 2015, the first woman to hold the post. She currently serves on the Real Estate Round Table board and was honored for her success in the industry with the CREW annual Woman of Impact Award in 2019.
Her fundraising and financial expertise landed her in roles such as D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser’s finance campaign chair. She also serves on the boards of Johns Hopkins University and University of Miami Business School and co-chaired the 2018 annual fundraising gala for the Trust for the National Mall.
M. Keith Hodges (B.S.'89)
M. Keith Hodges (B.S.'89)
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Keith Hodges has dedicated his life to serving his community and advancing important policy initiatives in the Virginia General Assembly. As a pharmacist, business owner and legislator, he has made significant contributions to health care, economic development and environmental stewardship in rural coastal Virginia, where his family roots trace back to the Middle Peninsula.
Born and raised in the heart of Virginia’s 68th District, Hodges returned to his hometown after completing his pharmacy degree and established West Point Cardinal Pharmacy and later Gloucester Pharmacy. His experience as an independent pharmacist has provided him with a unique perspective on health care delivery and the challenges faced by rural communities.
Beyond his professional endeavors, he has been a quiet yet effective force in the Virginia General Assembly, focusing on policy to drive meaningful change.
His leadership in establishing the Middle Peninsula Alliance and the Rural Coastal Virginia Economic Enhancement Authority has been instrumental in promoting economic development and addressing the unique needs of rural coastal Virginia. He has also been a vocal advocate for health care workforce solutions, environmental protection and economic enhancement in his district.
His accomplishments include chairing the Counties, Cities and Towns Committee and serving on the Appropriations Committee. His role on the Health Committee has allowed him to push forward health care reforms, including efforts to address opioid addiction and improve pharmacy regulations. His work on rural coastal environmental issues, such as flood mitigation and water resource management, reflects his dedication to preserving the region’s natural beauty and ensuring its long-term sustainability. He has also served on the Joint Commission on Health Care and the State Water Commission.
Hodges’ efforts have earned him numerous awards and recognitions, including accolades from the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, the Virginia Pharmacists Association and the American Planning Association.
Kim McKnight, Ph.D., NBCT (Ph.D.'17)
Kim McKnight, Ph.D., NBCT (Ph.D.'17)
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Kim McKnight, Ph.D., has established herself as a regional and national leader through her roles as executive director of the VCU School of Education’s RTR Teacher Residency program and as director of the Center for Teacher Leadership. In these positions, she has implemented innovative approaches to teacher and school leader training by partnering with school divisions across Virginia, national education organizations, federal and state funding agencies, and her colleagues in the School of Education.
Under her leadership, she has attracted more than $30 million in external funding for the RTR Teacher Residency program and has expanded it to 17 divisions in Virginia, serving urban and rural hard-to-staff schools.
McKnight’s roles at VCU have spanned multiple departments and led to collaborative work with local school divisions, community organizations and state and local leaders. Most recently, she led VCU’s effort to develop a lab school partnership with CodeRVA, which benefits VCU and CodeRVA teachers and students to create a replicable model of innovation in public schools.
McKnight attended the University of Virginia, where she earned her bachelor’s in sociology and master’s in elementary education. In her first year of teaching, she received the Virginia Lottery Super Teacher Award. A few years later, she earned National Board Certification as an early childhood generalist, an achievement shared by less than 4% of teachers nationwide. Most recently, McKnight was named the inaugural Anna Lou and Bob Schaberg Chair of Practice through a $1.5 million gift to establish an endowed position that supports the School of Education’s mission of meeting the urgent need for highly trained teachers in Virginia.
Sesha Joi Moon, Ph.D. (B.A.'05, M.S.'08, Cert.'09)
Sesha Joi Moon, Ph.D. (B.A.'05, M.S.'08, Cert.'09)
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Sesha Joi Moon, Ph.D., is a globally recognized thought leader in diversity, equity and inclusion. She most notably served as chief diversity officer for 117th and 118th Congresses, directing the U.S. House Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
Prior to her congressional appointment by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, Moon enjoyed a career with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, where she received the Commerce Bronze Award for Superior Performance and Commerce Spirit Award. She also served as the inaugural chief diversity officer at the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Moon retired from the federal government after 15 years. She now serves as chief strategist for Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and executive-in-residence for Rep. Stacey Abrams with American Pride Rises through her nonpartisan consultancy, Moon & Associates LLC.
Moon was the first recipient of the VCU Department of African American Studies Distinguished Alumni Award and is the first Black queer woman to establish an endowed scholarship at VCU.
Moon, a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., was recognized by the U.N. as one of the 100 of the Most Influential People of African Descent and has served on the board of the African American Federal Executive Association and Virginia’s Criminal Justice Services Board. She was also named a 2023 Top 40 Under 40 by PBS NPR VPM’s Style Weekly and Axios named her and her sister, Enjoli Moon, as the second “Most Powerful Richmonders of 2022.”
Moon also serves as executive director of the preservation nonprofit The JXN Project, a grantee of the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation and Mellon Foundation’s Monuments Project focused on capturing the role of Richmond’s Jackson Ward, the nation’s first historic district to be registered as a Black urban neighborhood.
Moon resides in Washington, D.C., with her wife and cockapoo but hails from Richmond, as the proud daughter of Dr. Michon Moon and the late August Moon.
Corell Halsey Moore (M.S.'02, Ph.D.'19)
Corell Halsey Moore (M.S.'02, Ph.D.'19)
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In 1994, Corell Halsey Moore, Ph.D., was pregnant with her fourth child when her husband, Brent Halsey Jr., passed suddenly, and she moved her family from Philadelphia to Richmond. Moore, who studied mechanical engineering at Duke University, found herself taking classes at VCU for mental stimulation; before too long, she decided to pursue her master’s degree in math.
After graduating, she taught math to upper-school students at St. Catherine’s School for six years, but her VCU journey was far from over. She had taken a quantum physics class, discovered an affinity for the field and pursued her Ph.D., with a research focus on the effects of electrospinning on the absorption spectrum of the polymer MEH-PPV. Her paper, published in 2019 in Computational and Theoretical Chemistry, has been cited more than 60 times.
Moore maintains a close connection to VCU, serving as a trustee on the College of Engineering Foundation board and teaching the Introduction to Engineering and Technology course in the da Vinci Center’s product innovation certificate program. She also is a member of the volunteer cabinet for VCU’s next campaign, launching in fall 2025.
Moore serves on several community boards, including the Richmond and Central Virginia chapter of Fellowship of Christians in Universities and Schools, the First Presbyterian outreach committee, Duke Richmond alumni and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science.
Charlotte Moss (B.A.'73)
Charlotte Moss (B.A.'73)
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With a career spanning more than three decades, Charlotte Moss is one of the most celebrated and respected interior designers in the industry. She has received numerous awards and two honorary doctorates.
Since launching her eponymous firm in 1985, her name has become synonymous with Southern warmth and hospitality. She has designed private residences and executive suites in the U.S. and abroad, and her retail stores have received wide acclaim.
Moss’ designs are heavily influenced by her travels and her love of history. She has used her experience culled throughout her career to design licensed collections with Century Furniture, Fabricut, Stark Carpet, Pickard, P.E. Guerin, Soicher Marin, IBU Clothing and more.
Known for her timeless aesthetic, layered interiors and keen eye, her work is celebrated in 11 volumes, the most recent titles with Rizzoli publications: ”Charlotte Moss Flowers” and ”Home: A Celebration: Notable Voices Reflect on the Meaning of Home,” which benefits the nonprofit No Kid Hungry.
Moss supports a variety of causes and sits on several boards. She is emerita trustee of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation at Monticello and serves on the boards of The Bone Marrow Foundation, The Madoo Conservancy, the International Council of Hillwood Estate and The Cherokee Garden Library.
W. Baxter Perkinson Jr., D.D.S. (D.D.S.'70)
W. Baxter Perkinson Jr., D.D.S. (D.D.S.'70)
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Baxter Perkinson Jr., D.D.S., discovered a lifelong interest in dentistry as a pediatric patient at the Medical College of Virginia, where he received much-needed treatment, made possible thanks to discounted fees. His fascination and gratitude for his treatment inspired him to pursue the profession. He followed an accelerated program at the School of Dentistry, graduating at age 25.
Perkinson founded Virginia Family Dentistry in 1974, now the largest practice in the state, with 16 locations.
When VCU Alumni was created in 2018 as an umbrella organization for all university alumni, Perkinson was its first president. He also served as rector and member of the VCU Board of Visitors and as vice chairman of the VCU Health System Authority Board. He has received numerous honors from VCU, including the Presidential Medallion and the MCV Dental Faculty Award.
About 10 years after becoming a dentist, Perkinson took a watercolor class with his wife, Elaine, and discovered his second passion. He is an accomplished watercolorist and has used his art to raise millions of dollars for local charities throughout the Richmond and Tri-Cities area.
As a philanthropist, Perkinson has supported both arts and dentistry and has been recognized through namings such as the W. Baxter Perkinson, Jr. Building at the VCU School of Dentistry and the Baxter Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education in Chester, Virginia.
Jacob Rowell (B.A.'09, B.A.'09)
Jacob Rowell (B.A.'09, B.A.'09)
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Jacob Rowell is an entrepreneur, coach and leader in the Richmond fitness industry. Since 2007, he has worked with numerous organizations and businesses to create opportunities for people to improve their health and well-being.
As president and founder of LiftPD, a nonprofit offering free exercise programs for individuals with Parkinson’s disease, Rowell has helped LiftPD grow into a thriving organization, providing nearly 50 people with weekly exercise classes designed to slow disease progression and improve function. The organization’s annual fundraiser, the LiftPD LiftOFF, generated more than $50,000 to fund those classes for 2025.
In 2007, while still a student, he founded RVA Performance Training LLC. He channeled his interests in fitness and helping others into what was then CrossFit RVA, the first CrossFit gym in Richmond. Most recently, he serves as the co-owner of Westwood Athletics, which opened in 2023, providing a unique service to the Richmond fitness community, with 24/7 access, limited membership and many amenities not offered by smaller gyms.
Rowell has been coaching Olympic weightlifting since 2008. He attained the national coach ranking with USA Weightlifting in 2017 and has since helped several athletes compete at the national and international level, including National and North American Open champions.
Christine Cratty Strange (B.F.A.'87)
Christine Cratty Strange (B.F.A.'87)
Nihil hic munitissimus habendi senatus locus, nihil horum.
Christine Cratty Strange is a transformative entrepreneur with a background in the hotel sales and marketing industries (she was part of the national and international launch team for W Hotels), public speaking, business coaching, breast cancer philanthropy and social media activism for women.
She has always kept her passion for the arts and fashion in her career path and incorporated it into her philanthropic efforts. Her dress line, Christine’s Couture, used portions of the proceeds to help women receive free mammograms in the Atlanta area. She is also involved with VCU School of the Arts fashion students through mentoring and assisting with the annual VCU Fashion Event.
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Strange created a lifestyle club called Tickled Pink Shooting Club. The not-for-profit holds clay shooting tournaments to raise funds for breast cancer survivors to go on wellness retreats through the Send Me On Vacation nonprofit.
Along with her marketing experience in the hospitality industry, Strange and her husband, Tony, are partners and owners of two restaurants in Florida, The Grand Marlin Pensacola Beach and The Grand Marlin Panama City Beach.
She has earned several awards from The Atlantan magazine, including Women to Watch in Atlanta 2018, The Atlantan’s Women of Power & Influence 2018 and 2021 and her most recent recognition Most Influential Women of 2023.
Strange has more than 250,000 followers at @therealchristinestrange, is writing a book to help women live the life of their dreams and starting a podcast for women of all ages and stages on “simple steps for success and survival in your everyday lives.”
Viola Vaughan-Eden, Ph.D., M.S.W., MJ (Ph.D.'03)
Viola Vaughan-Eden, Ph.D., M.S.W., MJ (Ph.D.'03)
Nihil hic munitissimus habendi senatus locus, nihil horum.
Viola Vaughan-Eden, Ph.D., M.S.W., MJ, is a professor and the Ph.D. program director with the Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work at Norfolk State University. She is also president and CEO of UP For Champions, a nonprofit in partnership with The UP Institute, a think tank for upstream solutions for child abuse. As a forensic and licensed clinical social worker, she has conducted more than 2,500 child abuse evaluations and provided expert testimony more than 650 times. As an educator, she has led national and international training on child welfare to multidisciplinary groups of professionals.
Vaughan-Eden serves on several national boards and committees, including the Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children and the National Initiative to End Corporal Punishment. She is president emerita of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, president emerita of the National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence and past president of the National Organization of Forensic Social Work.
Additionally, she served as a panelist on two congressional briefings: 2015 Spare the Rod, Protect the Child: A Reconsideration of Corporal Punishment of Children in Homes and Schools, and the 2016 Protecting Child Safety in Family Court. She has authored numerous articles and book chapters on child maltreatment and violence prevention. She was also co-editor of the 2012 and 2023 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children and one of the editors-in-chief of the six-volume 2022 NPEIV Handbook on Interpersonal Violence.
As a distinguished leader in child welfare and social work, she has been honored with numerous awards and recognition for her contributions to the field, including lifetime achievement awards from the National Association of Social Workers - Virginia Chapter and the National Organization of Forensic Social Work.
George W. Vetrovec, M.D. (H.S.'74, H.S.'76)
George W. Vetrovec, M.D. (H.S.'74, H.S.'76)
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George W. Vetrovec, M.D., has long been a rallying figure for the VCU Health Pauley Heart Center. He served as chairman of the VCU Division of Cardiology from 1991 to 2009 and led two fundraising campaigns that secured more than $16 million, including the first gift from the Pauley Family Foundation. The VCU Heart Center became the Pauley Heart Center in 2006 and one of the few named major heart centers in the nation.
In recognition of his efforts, he received the first W. Robert Irby, M.D., Award, presented to a faculty member who has assisted with major fundraising efforts, from the MCV Foundation and was awarded the 2010 Distinguished Service Award. In 2013, through the support of a grateful patient, the George W. Vetrovec Chair, which supports the research efforts of the Pauley Heart Center chair, was established in his honor. He also was the first recipient of the Martha M. and Harold W. Kimmerling, M.D., Chair in Cardiology.
A prolific scholar, Vetrovec has contributed more than 500 articles and abstracts and has written two books and 23 book chapters about cardiovascular medicine. He also has educated and inspired countless cardiac professionals through presentations and seminars in hundreds of venues across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Africa and Asia.
Vetrovec retired from clinical practice in 2015, but continues as a professor emeritus, and serves on the Pauley Heart Center external advisory board, the MCV Physicians board and as an emeritus member on the MCV Foundation board.
Volunteer Awards
The VCU Alumni Volunteer Awards honor exceptional alumni volunteers and programs that embody the spirit, pride and impact of VCU.
Amber James (B.S.'07)
Amber James (B.S.'07)
Since graduating, Amber has remained deeply committed to VCU through continuous service across numerous alumni initiatives. Her active involvement includes serving as the southside regional chair, and now chair, of the Richmond Chapter and as social media chair and treasurer for the Black Alumni Council.
Amber repeatedly steps up to ensure major projects run smoothly. As lead co-chair for Black Alumni Weekend, she took full ownership of planning and organizing additional meetings to guarantee a seamless and memorable experience for attendees. She also led planning for the Block Party, one of the most highly anticipated events of the weekend. This event welcomes over 200 alumni each year, creating a space for fellowship, fun and school pride. She has cultivated an experience that brings people together across multiple generations, strengthening connections and celebrating community.
Olivia Lawrence (B.A.'20)
Olivia Lawrence (B.A.'20)
Olivia is recognized for her outstanding leadership, creativity and dedication to strengthening the VCU alumni community in New York City. Over the past year, she has stepped into a key leadership role, spearheading innovative events that consistently engage alumni and attract new participants. From organizing unique experiences like puppy yoga, axe throwing and a new alumni cruise to adapting quickly when plans changed, Olivia has demonstrated exceptional initiative, organization and problem-solving skills. Her enthusiasm for bringing Rams together, recruiting new chapter leaders and creating welcoming opportunities for alumni to connect embodies the spirit of VCU Alumni and has been instrumental to the continued success of the NYC Regional Chapter.
Sharon Darby, D.N.P. (B.S.’98, M.S.H.A.’01)
Sharon Darby, D.N.P. (B.S.’98, M.S.H.A.’01)
Sharon Darby is recognized for her visionary leadership, unwavering commitment and transformative impact on the VCU alumni community. As the inaugural chair of the Women's Impact Network, she played a pivotal role in building the initiative from the ground up, developing its governance, shaping its strategic direction and inspiring others to engage. Through her leadership, WIN has grown into a thriving network that has engaged more than 1,300 alumnae and welcomed 82 members in its first year. Whether mentoring volunteers, championing philanthropy or serving as an ambassador for VCU, Sharon leads with energy, authenticity and purpose. Her dedication has created a lasting foundation for WIN and strengthened opportunities for alumni to connect, lead and make a meaningful impact.
Black Alumni Weekend, Tiffany Gary (B.S.'20)
Black Alumni Weekend, Tiffany Gary (B.S.'20)
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Tiffany Gary is recognized for her exceptional creativity, visionary leadership and lasting impact on the VCU Black Alumni Council. Since becoming chair of the Programs and Events Committee, Tiffany has transformed alumni engagement by introducing innovative signature events, expanding programming beyond Black Alumni Weekend and cultivating partnerships that have strengthened community connections. Her strategic marketing efforts and inclusive approach have helped reshape Black Alumni Weekend into a welcoming celebration for all while driving record attendance year after year. From launching new traditions like Bar Wars and the End of Summer Soirée to championing alumni-owned businesses and recruiting first-time attendees, Tiffany has consistently found fresh ways to connect Rams and elevate the alumni experience.
Daniel Brisker (B.S.'09)
Daniel Brisker (B.S.'09)
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Daniel Brisker is recognized for his outstanding leadership, dedication and unwavering commitment to engaging VCU alumni throughout the DMV region. As president of the DMV Alumni Chapter, an Alumni Council member and an active Black Alumni Council volunteer, Daniel plays a vital role in planning and executing meaningful programs that bring Rams together. From launching the now-annual Ramsgiving tradition to leading recurring favorites like Third Thursdays, he manages every aspect of the alumni experience, from logistics and promotion to event hosting, with enthusiasm and care. His hands-on leadership, creativity and passion for building community have strengthened alumni connections and made the DMV Chapter a vibrant and welcoming home for VCU alumni.
Past recipients
10 Under 10
- Tamara Dias, Ed.D. (Cert.’21)
- Katelynn Jarrells (B.S.W.’16, M.S.W.’17)
- Melanie Kay-Wyatt, Ed.D. (Ed.D.’14)
- Dre’mon Miller (B.S.’15)
- Bryan Portillo (B.S.’14)
- Vikhyath Veeramachaneni (B.A.’14)
- Jordyn Wallenborn, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’17)
- Grace Whiteside (B.F.A.’17, B.F.A.’17)
- Aaron R. Williams (B.A.’14, B.S.’14)
- Saheem Zaidi, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’14)
10 Under 10
- Hannah Altman (M.F.A.’20)
- Chris Arnatt, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’13)
- Ashley Bland (B.S.’13, M.Ed.’16, Cert.’23)
- Kristal Lyn Brown, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’20)
- Arshelle Carter (B.S.’16, B.A.’16)
- Gilbert Michaud, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’16)
- Arzu Moosvi, Pharm.D. (B.S.’15, Cert.’20, Pharm.D.’20)
- Alton Reid (B.S.’13)
- Axana Soltan, J.D. (B.S.’17)
- Kim Young (M.S.W.’13)
10 Under 10
- Henry O. Agyeman, Pharm.D. (B.S.’17)
- Amma Agyemang, Ph.D. (M.S.’12; Ph.D.’16)
- Dhara Minesh Amin, Ph.D. (M.S.’14; Ph.D.’19)
- Laura Colagrande (B.F.A.’13)
- Darrion R. Holloway, Esq. (B.S.’13)
- Allyson Kennedy, Ph.D. (M.S.’12; Ph.D.’16)
- Alex Ratti (B.S.’13; M.S.’18)
- Amanda Berkley Seibert (B.S.’12)
- Aditi Annu Sharma, M.D. (M.D.’17)
- Tara Talbott, RN (B.S.’16; M.S.’19)
Alumni Stars
- Danny T.K. Avula, M.D., M.P.H. (M.D.’04, H.S.’07)
- Curtis Brown (Cert.’09, M.A.’11)
- Gregory F. Domson, M.D., FAOA, FAAOS (H.S.’05, M.Ed.’14)
- Eric S. Edwards, M.D., Ph.D. (B.S.’02, Ph.D.’11, M.D.’13)
- Karen Elizabeth Kimsey (M.S.W.’96, Cert.’96)
- Zach McCluskey (B.S.’02, M.H.A.’07)
- Victor Humberto Narro (B.A.’87)
- Jerry “Jay” Sharpe (B.F.A.’90)
- Marilyn Tavenner (B.S.’83, M.H.A.’89, H.L.D.’07)
- Niti Vanee, Ph.D. (M.S.’09, Ph.D.’13)
10 Under 10
- May Abdelaziz, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’13/P)
- Dominic Brown (B.S.’11/B)
- Assil Diab (B.F.A.’11/A)
- Tanya González (M.P.A.’17/GPA)
- David Hinton Jr. (B.A.’12/GPA; M.Ed.’13/E)
- Monique Johnson, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’14/GPA)
- Danny Mallory (B.S.’15/N)
- Annie Rhodes (M.S.’17/CHP)
- Daryl Van Tongeren, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’11/H&S)
- Deonte Young (B.A.’11/H&S; M.Ed.’13/E)
10 Under 10
- Johannes Barfield (M.F.A.’18/A)
- Ace Callwood (B.S.’12/B)
- Justin Kauszler (B.S.’12/B)
- Martin Dcona, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’12/H&S)
- Chtaura Jackson (M.S.’10/LS)
- Stephanie Lynch (B.S.’10/H&S; M.S.W.’13/SW)
- Christopher McIntosh (M.A.’14/GPA)
- Priscilla Mpasi, M.D. (M.D.’14/M)
- Wendy Jiang Scelia (B.S.’11/En)
- David Vu, Pharm.D. (B.S.’13/H&S; Pharm.D.’18/P)
- Jonathan Ward (B.A.’10/H&S)
10 Under 10
- Lynzee Chelland (B.S.’09/H&S)
- E. Taylor Doctor (B.A.’11/H&S)
- Whitney Mari Headen (B.S.’09/B)
- Alan Keesee (M.H.A.’09/HP)
- Othman Khunji (M.F.A.’15/A)
- Adele McClure (B.S.’11/B)
- Elliot Roth (B.S.’15/En; Cert.’15/DVC)
- Jennifer Shannon, Pharm.D., BCPS (Pharm.D.’09/P)
- Joshua Son (M.U.R.P.’14/GPA)
- Elaine Genise Williams (B.S.’17/SW)
Alumni Stars
- Randy Adams, D.D.S. (Cert.’80)
- Jeffrey Blount (B.S.’81)
- Julia Cain (B.S.’01)
- Nicholas Cain (B.S.’01)
- Ricardo Capilla (B.S.’99, M.B.A.’00)
- Rosalyn Dance (M.P.A.’94)
- Rodney F. Ganey, Ph.D. (B.S.’75)
- Charles Larry Horne, FASID (B.F.A.’69)
- Lauren Kern (M.Envs.’13, M.T.’15)
- Ali Khan, M.D., MPP, FACP (B.S.’05, M.D.’10)
- Jeanine Harper Maruca (B.S.W.’86, M.S.W.’93)
- Nancy McFarlane (B.S.’80)
- Cindy Munro, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’92, Cert.’97)
- Thomas Porter, M.D. (H.S.’87, H.S.’91)
- Rodney Robinson (M.Ed.’11)
- DaNika Neblett Robinson, Ed.D. (B.A.’11, Cert.’14, M.P.A.’15, Ed.D.’18)
- Fred Sammons (Cert.’55)
10 Under 10
- Edwin Obilo Achola, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’13/E)
- Joseph Carlson (B.F.A.’08/A; M.F.A.’11/A)
- Keyanna Conner, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’15/H&S)
- Gabriel Craig (M.F.A.’09/A)
- Don Davis Jr., Ph.D. (M.S.’08/H&S; Ph.D.’11/H&S)
- Leah Fremouw (B.A.’08/H&S; M.P.A.’10/GPA)
- Mary Beth (Bird) Knipper (B.S.’10/En)
- Lathika Mohanraj, Ph.D., RN, BMTCN (Ph.D.’08/M; B.S.’14/N)
- Cheri B. Spence (M.S.’08/B)
- Nantasha Williams (B.A.’11/H&S)
10 Under 10
- Lauren Caldas, Pharm.D., BCACP (Pharm.D.’11/P)
- Christina Dick (B.S.’10/MC)
- Christine Haines Greenberg (B.A.’09/H&S)
- William Haugh (M.H.A.’08/AHP)
- Ashley Hawkins (B.F.A.’07/A; M.P.A.’13/GPA; Cert.’13/GPA)
- LeQuan M. Hylton, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’16/GPA)
- Isaac Rodriguez, Ph.D. (M.S.’10/En; Ph.D.’13/En)
Alumni Stars
- Judith B. Collins, RN, WHNP, BC, FAAN (Cert.’75)
- Anne M. Cooper-Chen, Ph.D. (M.S.’79)
- Fahad Saif Harhara, Ph.D. (B.S.’00)
- Emerson Hughes (B.M.E.’65)
- Jess N. Judy (M.H.A.’77)
- Gerald M. “Jerry” Kluft, D.D.S. (D.D.S.’73)
- Harvey B. Morgan (B.S.’55)
- Robert W. “Bob” Peay (M.S.W.’74)
- Elizabeth Prom-Wormley, Ph.D. (M.P.H.’99, Ph.D.’07)
- Eduardo D. Rodriguez, M.D., D.D.S. (M.D.’99)
- Amy T. Rose, M.D., FACS (B.S.’90)
- Anna Lou Schaberg (B.S.’66, M.Ed.’70)
- Linda M. Warren (B.S.’75)
- Gregory H. Wingfield (B.S.’75, M.U.R.P.’76)
- Peter Zucker, Ph.D. (M.S.’81, Ph.D.’84)
10 Under 10
- Sudharshana Apte, Ph.D. (M.S.’11/H&S; Ph.D.’14/H&S)
- Charlotte Arbogast (Cert.’12/GPA; M.S.’12/AHP)
- Joshua Boone (B.F.A.’10/A)
- Terrell Brown (B.S.’09/MC)
- Rachel Mercer (M.S.’12/MC)
- Tin Htut Myint (B.S.’06/En)
- Daniel “Danny” L. Plaugher (B.A.’06/H&S)
- Kevin Powers (B.A.’08/H&S)
- Fatima M. Smith (M.S.W.’12/SW)
- Joseph Stemmle (B.S.’13/B)
10 Under 10
- Adeeb Barqawi (B.S.’10/H&S; B.S.’10/LS)
- Grant P. Garmezy (B.F.A.’09/A)
- Elizabeth Hoettels, CCRN, CEN (B.S.’05/N)
- Michael Karnjanaprakorn (M.S.’06/MC)
- Timmy Nguyen (B.S.’11/B)
- Elizabeth Woodall Parker (M.Ed.’08/E)
- Micah Risk (B.S.’07/E)
- Derick L. Rivers, Ph.D. (M.S.’09/H&S; Ph.D.’14/H&S)
- Mark Strandquist (B.F.A.’13/A)
- M. Lori Thomas, Ph.D. (M.S.W.’06/SW; Ph.D.’08/SW)
Alumni Stars
- Wilsie S. Bishop, D.P.A. (B.S.’70, M.S.’78)
- Thomas J. Dorsey (B.S.’75)
- Jean-Venable R. Goode, Pharm.D. (B.S.’89, Pharm.D.’94)
- Grace E. Harris, Ph.D. (M.S.W.’60)
- Barbara L. Hartung (B.A.’72)
- Michael T. Gamel-McCormick, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’95)
- Norm S. Kenyon, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’87)
- Keith T. Parker (B.A.’90, M.U.R.P.’93)
- Del. Todd E. Pillion, D.D.S. (D.D.S.’01)
- Sterling W. Thomas, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’10)
- Minh Q. Tran, M.D. (B.S.’92, M.D.’96)
- Bradley T. Trevillian (B.S.’06)
- Jonathan W. Waybright (B.A.’90)
- Katherine Wintsch (M.S.’01)
- Morgan E. Yacoe (B.F.A.’11)
- Christine S. Zambricki, D.N.A.P. (D.N.A.P.’12)
Alumni Stars
- Tom W. Vines (B.S.’79)
- Allen H. “Trey” White III, D.D.S. (D.D.S.’98)
- Michael D. Whitlow (B.S.’74)
- Rhonda Williams (A.S.’68)
- Emily Yeatts (B.A.’09, B.A.’09, Cert.’09, M.S.W.’12, M.P.H.’12, Cert.’12)
- Angela Bacskocky (B.F.A.’09)
- Joseph F. Damico (M.P.A.’97)
- S. Dallas Dance (M.Ed.’02, Ph.D.’07)
- Raymond A. Dionne, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’80)
- Josephine L. Hargis (B.S.’55)
- Stephen S. Harms (M.S.W.’82)
- Sainath R. Iyer (B.S.’10, B.A.’12)
- Arthur W. Layne (B.S.’72, M.H.A.’76)
- Susan M. Learned (Pharm.D.’97, Ph.D.’97)
- Tonya Mallory (B.S.’88, M.S.’90)
- Oscar L. Martin Jr., Ph.D. (Ph.D.’09)
- Julian C. Metts Jr., D.D.S. (D.D.S.’63)
- Jesse E. Vaughan (B.S.’80)
- Jane G. Watkins (B.S.’75)
Alumni Stars
- Edmond F. Bowden, Ph.D. (Ph.D.’82)
- Glenn A. Davis (B.S.’86)
- Tara Donovan (M.F.A.’99)
- Dale Christina Kalkofen (M.A.E.’76)
- Panelpha “Penny” Kyler (B.S.’72)
- Debra E. Lyon, Ph.D. (B.S.’84, M.S.’94, Cert.’96, Ph.D.’97)
- Paul D. McWhinney (B.S.W.’74, M.S.W.’79)
- Jonathon C. Roberts (B.S.’79)
- Jason T. Roe (B.S.’00)
- Ronald L. Tankersley, D.D.S. (D.D.S.’68)
- Tadataka “Tachi” Yamada (H.S.’74)