AU Network Nick and Garrett Bernardo, 2016 | College of Business
A Journey of Success
You may be a prospective or current student waiting to see where God will lead you or an alumni who has already ventured out into the world. Either way, you don’t have to go through your journey alone. That’s why we have created the AU Network: so you can stay connected and be inspired by those who have gone on the journey before you. The AU Network is designed for you to read about what other alumni have been up to and to give you the chance to update us about your journey. Students, you can find alumni who are already working in your field and make professional connections before you graduate. We invite you to be a part of AU Network today!
RECENT NATIONAL RECOGNITIONS FOR ANDERSON UNIVERSITY
“Best Value” among regional universities in the South: #18 (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
“Best College” among regional universities in the South: #26 (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
“Best Southeastern” universities: (The Princeton Review, 2023)
"Best Student Engagement" ranked #25 among all universities in the United States
(The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, 2022)
Four consecutive Apple Distinguished School recognitions (2014, 2016, 2018, 2021)
COB
Sometimes life throws us curve balls, but an Organizational Leadership graduate is grateful to her professors and others who helped her realize her goal of a college degree.
April Wardlaw
'21
College of Business
SPSA
The first Criminal Justice graduate to become a certified drone pilot, Andrew Culp has used his knowledge to benefit law enforcement agencies in this new area.
Andrew Culp
'21
School of Public Service and Administration
COE
Despite the challenges that come with teaching special education, Andrea Dyar says the positives far outweigh the negatives.
Andrea Dyar
'19
College of Education
COE
Wren High School is like family to Stan, who has more than 20 years of experience as an educator.
Stan Yarborough
'13
College of Education
COE
Brian Gibbons has always wanted to impact young lives—that’s why he got into education.
Brian Gibbons
'04
College of Education
SPSA
Cultivating community is more than just a catchy phrase for Lt. Eric Kirkland, a graduate of the Command College of South Carolina.
Eric Kirkland
'15
School of Public Service and Administration, Command College
RECENT NATIONAL RECOGNITIONS FOR ANDERSON UNIVERSITY
“Best Value” among regional universities in the South: #18 (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
“Best College” among regional universities in the South: #26 (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
“Best Southeastern” universities: (The Princeton Review, 2023)
"Best Student Engagement" ranked #25 among all universities in the United States
(The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, 2022)
Four consecutive Apple Distinguished School recognitions (2014, 2016, 2018, 2021)
COE
After just over a decade with the New Orleans Maritime and Military Academy, Alexis Long was named principal in 2022.
Alexis (Horn) Long
'09
College of Education
SPSA
Since being elected sheriff in 2016, Chad McBride remains passionate about ensuring Anderson County is a safe place to live and raise a family.
Chad McBride
'13
School of Public Service and Administration
CAS
Jared Palomo was on track to become a medical doctor, but instead found his...
Jared Palomo
'16
College of Arts and Sciences
COB
Coming to the U.S. from his hometown of Alta Gracia, located in Argentina’s State of Cordoba, Ramiro Urreta initially...
Ramiro Urreta
'19
College of Business
SID
Having her own design firm has been Whitney Pope Ridgeway’s dream since she was 13 years old.
Whitney Pope Ridgeway
'12
School of Interior Design
SCSA
Growing up in the South Carolina Upstate, Clay Bolt can’t recall a time in his life when he wasn’t fascinated by nature.
Clay Bolt
'98
South Carolina School of the Arts
CAS
For as long as she can remember, Dr. Lexie Moorhouse Hattaway has loved animals.
Dr. Lexie Moorhouse Hattaway
'16
College of Arts and Sciences
COB
Riley Dixon participated in Palmetto Boys State on the historic campus and realized he was where he wanted to be as a college student.
Riley Dixon
'21
College of Business
SID
After graduating from Anderson University, Thayse Darzi returned to Brazil, where she worked in an Architecture and Design firm, then...
Thayse Darzi
'12
School of Interior Design
SCSA
Ben Pettit believes every one of his clients has a compelling story to tell.
Ben Pettit
'08
South Carolina School of the Arts
COB
For some individuals reaching their 50s or beyond, the word “retirement” might sound a note of finality; for others, the word signals exciting new beginnings.
Ross Walters
'12
Master’s in Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary
COHP
When Dr. Chandler Hash entered Anderson University, he knew he wanted to help others in a healthcare setting, but initially was unsure what that would look like.
Dr. Chandler Hash
'14, '19
College of Health Professions
CCS
Three decades of ministry has taken Dr. Timothy Mann to Missouri, his home state of North Carolina, and now the Florida coast.
Dr. Timothy Mann
'17
College of Christian Studies-Clamp Divinity School
COB
Alex Vitou has always been fascinated by how things work.
Alex Vitou
'15
College of Business
SID
Creating attractive, efficient spaces that promote productivity is what Tanya Logan gets to do every day.
Tanya Logan
'09
School of Interior Design
SCSA
Jonathan Tribble recently joined STORY, a creative marketing agency in Greenville, South Carolina, following many years of experience in various marketing and creative firms.
Jonathan Tribble
'05
South Carolina School of the Arts
COE
Courtney Sheriff’s student-focused and creative approach to teaching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) led her into a leadership role in STEM education for her entire school.
Courtney Dickerson Sheriff
'18, '21
College of Education
COHP
A transfer student from Florida, Luis Martinez II came to Anderson University to play baseball and further himself professionally. He found an opportunity in banking that lined up well with his skillset.
Luis Martinez
'10
College of Health Professions
COB
When Lorraine Haselden Grissop was growing up, watching her father run his business led to a curiosity about supply and demand.
Lorraine Haselden Grissop
'20
College of Business
COE
Hannah O’Hare feels that the Anderson University College of Education prepared her well for her role as a K5 teacher at Calhoun Academy of the Arts in Anderson, South Carolina.
Hannah O’Hare
'21
College of Education
CAS
An internship for Brooke Cole at Anderson School District 5 turned into a full-time job after she graduated from the Anderson University College of Arts and Sciences.
Brooke Cole
'17
College of Arts and Sciences
CCS
Growing up in Pensacola, Florida, Dr. Johnnie Bradley was passionate about playing football, but God had other plans.
Dr. Johnnie Bradley
'16
College of Christian Studies, Clamp Divinity School
COHP
Feeling a strong sense of community as an Anderson University student prepared Grayson Smith for his roles at AnMed Health.
Grayson Smith
'16
College of Health Professions
SID
When Elisabeth Becker joined Margaret Donaldson Interiors (MDI), the firm had five employees.
When Elisabeth Becker joined Margaret Donaldson Interiors (MDI), the firm had five employees.
'13
School of Interior Design
RECENT NATIONAL RECOGNITIONS FOR ANDERSON UNIVERSITY
“Best Value” among regional universities in the South: #18 (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
“Best College” among regional universities in the South: #26 (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)
“Best Southeastern” universities: (The Princeton Review, 2023)
"Best Student Engagement" ranked #25 among all universities in the United States
(The Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education, 2022)
Four consecutive Apple Distinguished School recognitions (2014, 2016, 2018, 2021)
COB
Sometimes life throws us curve balls, but an Organizational Leadership graduate is grateful to her professors and others who helped her realize her goal of a college degree.
April Wardlaw
'21
College of Business
SPSA
The first Criminal Justice graduate to become a certified drone pilot, Andrew Culp has used his knowledge to benefit law enforcement agencies in this new area.
Andrew Culp
'21
School of Public Service and Administration
