Alumni News
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
At 105, Oldest E&H Alum Among Most Active
Miss Jean Christy was recently heralded by her minister for calling his office to volunteer to do more for the church. She felt like she wasn’t doing enough, and she was asking to be put to work. >>
Monday, August 23, 2010
E&H Ranked Among Top 30 Liberal Arts Colleges in the Nation
Emory & Henry College ranks among the top 30 liberal arts colleges and universities in the nation, according to a ranking of colleges and universities published Monday by the Washington Monthly. >>
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Wednesday, November 10, 2010
College To Celebrate 175 Years of Increasing in Excellence
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
Blevins Receives Bronze Star
Army Lt. Col. Joseph "Jack" Blevins(E&H Class of 1977) was recently awarded the Bronze Star in support of Operation Enduring Freedom while serving as site leader conducting joint regional support activity in Sharana, Afghanistan. >>
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Behind the Camera with Tommy Britt
You might be excited to learn that Tommy Britt (E&H Class of 2002) recently interviewed Yoko Ono for a major pop culture magazine. >>
Monday, June 28, 2010
E&H Graduates Demonstrate Value of Friendship in the Courtroom
Throughout history we’ve known many dynamic duos: Lewis and Clark, Batman and Robin, Holmes and Watson. Now consider a new duo of note: Griffith and Hoover. >>
Friday, June 11, 2010
Alumni Team Takes Top Prize in I-HEY Golf Tournament
Four Emory & Henry College alumni formed the winning team in a benefit golf tournament, which was sponsored by the College and held Monday at the Glenrochie Golf Course in Abingdon. >>
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Collins Brings Agriculture to the Classroom Through 4-H
There's no looking over this four leaf clover, not as long as Daniel Collins, E&H Class of 2005, has his way about it. Daniel is the Grayson County 4-H Agent and his passion for this unique and historic program is contagious. >>
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
E&H Alumnus Brings Award Winning Choir to Alma Mater
The Lexington Catholic High School Chamber Choir directed by Adam Beeken (E&H Class of 2002) will perform at Memorial Chapel June 9 at 7 p.m. >>
Monday, April 19, 2010
Thomas-Abbott Takes Recruiting to a New Level
Anne Thomas-Abbott(E&H Class of 1989) recently brought an entire busload of young people to Emory & Henry. An entire busload – or "thirty-one-derful students," to quote Anne. >>
Friday, April 16, 2010
'Emory Across America': First-Year Students Travel the States
'Emory Across America' is the title given to an exciting new program for Emory & Henry first-year students. >>
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Alumni Honored During Charter Day Activities
The Emory & Henry College Alumni Association recently honored five individuals for their contributions to the college and for their community and career achievements. >>
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Farmer: E&H Takes Students from 'Surprise to Enterprise'
Emory & Henry reminds students that what is important is not where they come from, but where they are going, according to an E&H graduate who has distinguished himself as a guest host on the nationally televised "Antiques Roadshow." >>
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Wednesday, March 24, 2010 - Thursday, June 24, 2010
Young Alumni Encouraged to Meet Giving Challenge
Young Emory & Henry alumni who have never before made a gift to their College have a chance to double their investment this year. >>
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Helen Nave Grills Continues to Make a Difference, 60 Years After E&H Graduation
Helen Nave Grills, E&H Class of 1950, has every reason to find a rocking chair. >>
Friday, March 12, 2010
E&H Graduate Takes Nature's Power to New Level
Charlie Hardin may have graduated from Emory & Henry College over 45 years ago…but his ideas about the world are as current as today’s news. >>
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
How To Save a Life
Have you talked with Eric Smith (’98) lately? Perhaps you should. >>
Friday, March 5, 2010
WEHC Relies on Loyal Support During First On-Air Fundraiser
Emory & Henry’s college and community radio station, WEHC, 90.7 FM, jumpstarts its first on-air fund drive through Tuesday, March 9. >>
Thursday, March 4, 2010
David Foster: Cave Man with a Mission
What David Foster and cohorts have accomplished at Hidden River Cave has been referred to as “the greatest cave restoration in American history. >>
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
E&H 1969 Graduate Named 165th Grand Master of Masons in Virginia
William Earle Rorer, Jr. was born in Warrenton, Virginia, on January 22, 1947. >>
Friday, February 5, 2010
Footprints Are Free: Graduate Travels Country By Foot, Bike
For Emory & Henry graduate Ryan Hasty (’09), the outdoors is not just a hobby, it is a way of life that inspires him and, he hopes, can inspire others. >>
Friday, February 5, 2010
Mike Fath Completes First Novel
Writing has taken a new turn for Mike Fath (’74). >>
Friday, February 5, 2010
Luke Grooms to Tour With Phantom
A young man leaves the mountains of Tennessee to pursue an education, finds his voice (literally), continues his studies at a famous conservatory of music, moves to New York to follow his dream, and now he’s in a touring company performing in The Phantom of the Opera. >>
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Karen Westerfield Tucker Serves as Societas Liturgica President
The Rev. Dr. Karen Westerfield Tucker (’76) has recently become the first North American woman to be named president of the Societas Liturgica. >>
Friday, December 11, 2009
Blevins Keeps U.S. Troops Safe While Assisting Afghanistan Residents
When you ask Jack Blevins (’77) why he’s in Afghanistan, he chuckles as he admits that he finds the assignment “better than being in Washington D.C. >>
Friday, November 20, 2009
United Methodist Publication Features E&H Graduates as Future Leaders
A recent article in the Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church publication entitled "The Call" written by Annette Spence showcases three Emory & Henry graduates as they embrace their profession in a select clergy network. >>
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Emory & Henry Names Assistant Director of Annual Giving
A 2009 graduate of Emory & Henry College has been named assistant director of annual giving. >>
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
E&H Alumni to Perform Saltville Production of ‘Everybody Loves Opal'
The Palmer Mill Players will present a local production of the comedy ‘Everybody Loves Opal’ Oct. 16-18 and 23-25 at the Saltville Community Theatre. >>
Friday, October 2, 2009
Whitt Finds E&H Connections Abroad
For Christopher Whitt (E&H Class of 1998), staying connected to Emory & Henry College means ensuring that unique opportunities that once allowed him to study abroad and find his passion are also provided to future E&H students. >>
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Haslam Credits E&H Experiences For Law School Success
Tyler Haslam (E&H Class of 2007) will soon receive his law degree, and one of the first things he plans to do thereafter is contribute to the College that helped shape his future by preparing him for law school. >>
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Bridger Has Positive Impact on Chattanooga Communities
John Bridger, E&H Class of 1989, believes in changing the world…one neighborhood at a time. >>
Friday, August 28, 2009
Emory & Henry Graduate Receives Emmy Award for News Coverage
An Emory & Henry mass communications graduate was recently awarded an Emmy Award for his outstanding efforts in news journalism. >>
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
WEHC Names New Station Supervisor
A graduate of Emory & Henry College has been named station supervisor of the College and community radio station, WEHC-FM, 90.7. >>
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Emory & Henry Names Vice President for Institutional Advancement
A former executive assistant to the president and a 1990 graduate of Emory & Henry has been named the College’s vice president for institutional advancement. >>
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Sweet 16: Alumni Celebrate 16 Years of More Than A Vacation
After 16 years, the Emory & Henry alumni college, More Than a Vacation, just gets better, according to the numerous alumni who participated this year in the event. >>
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
E&H Graduate Travels Country to Raise Awareness for Global Disease
Chris Walker (E&H Class of 2007) is spending his summer traveling the United States to increase awareness about a disease that affects countless people across the globe. >>
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
E&H Radio Station Awarded Grant for Equipment, Training
Emory & Henry College has been awarded a $93,522 grant from the Virginia Tobacco Commission in support of the College radio station, WEHC, which is expanding its coverage in Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. >>
Friday, May 29, 2009
Emory & Henry Names New Curator for 1912 Gallery
A former teacher and resident studio artist for William King Regional Arts Center has been named curator of The 1912 Gallery and assistant at Emory & Henry College. >>
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Senior Orator: E&H Changes Lives
When Angaza Thom came to Emory & Henry from Brooklyn, N.Y., he knew he was moving far out of his comfort zone. The senior orator for the E&H Class of 2009, Thom was accustomed to the bustle and the bright lights of the big city; not the tranquility of a rural campus. >>
Thursday, May 7, 2009
E&H Graduate Receives Award from Virginia Lottery
An E&H graduate and third grade teacher at Stone-Robinson Elementary School in Charlottesville has been selected as one of eight educators statewide to receive the Virginia Lottery Super Teacher Award. >>
Monday, May 4, 2009
Wife of Former Art Professor Donates Large Collection of His Works
The wife of a former E&H art professor has donated a large collection of his art to the College, providing lasting reminders of the school's most iconic champion of the fine arts. >>
Friday, April 24, 2009
Two E&H Graduates, Siblings Defend Dissertations on Same Day
Brother and sister and E&H graduates Brian Fellows and Meredith Parker both defended their dissertations on the same day at VCU's School of Education. >>
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
E&H Honors Service of Alumni, Others During Charter Day
The Emory & Henry College Alumni Association recently honored five individuals for their contributions to the college and for their community and career achievements. >>
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Sciencefest Acknowledges Students' Accomplishments
Emory & Henry students presented research projects Saturday at the College's annual Sciencefest, a symposium that provides a look into E&H undergraduate scientific research. >>
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