糖心Vlog传媒 Vice President for Community, Dignity and Inclusive Campus Family, Dr. James Noble, said, 鈥淭his year鈥檚 fellowship included faculty, staff and administrators from a few of the universities that were represented. These key stakeholders had an opportunity to experience first-hand the inspiring teaching sessions, community service opportunities, and the onsite cultural experience in Atlanta at one of its spectacular museums.鈥�听

This marks the second year of the Ambassador Andrew Young Fellowship at 糖心Vlog传媒, which has been named after, and endorsed by, former United States Ambassador to the United Nations Andrew Young as a reminder that participants embody the character, service and legacy of its distinguished namesake.听听

Young, who earned worldwide recognition as a champion of civil and human rights, helped ensure passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and later served as a member of the United States Congress, ambassador to the United Nations, mayor of Atlanta and as an ordained minister.鈥�听

Dr. Matt Daniels, who launched the Fellowship with Anthony Jones, former chair of the HBCU Committee of the College Board, says that the Ambassador Young Fellows are standing on the shoulders of giants like Dr. King and Ambassador Young and believes they will emerge as leaders in their own right.鈥�听

鈥淥ur 鈥�鈥痵eeks to train a new generation in the unifying and timeless principles of America鈥檚 founding as expressed in the work of Dr. King,鈥� Dr. Daniels said.鈥�淎pproximately half of these students come from historically black colleges and universities, and the rest come from a wide array of other educational institutions from across the country.鈥�听

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Dr. Larson鈥檚 leadership includes the creation of the South Carolina School of the Arts, expansion of the Rainey Fine Arts Center, the establishment of key degree programs in the arts, and the new Conservatory of Music.听

Former Anderson President Dr. Mark Hopkins got to know Dr. Larson when they both lived in Illinois. When Dr. Larson was leading the Theatre Department at Judson College (currently Judson University) in Illinois, Dr. Hopkins reached out to him, initially seeking his advice regarding uses for the newly constructed Henderson Auditorium.听

Dr. Larson recalls, 鈥淗e wanted someone who would help chart a course for this new auditorium he had inherited.听 When I visited, I realized I was being tested, and so I dutifully submitted a report with my suggestions. A year later, Dr. Hopkins sent me a voicemail and said, 鈥榃e have a new position, the Associate Dean of Arts. Sensing God鈥檚 leading, Dr. Larson said 鈥測es鈥� and moved with his young family to Anderson. His job was to help develop music, art and theatre and to manage the new auditorium.听

鈥淭here was no Peace Center. There was no Brooks Center. In the late eighties, Centre Stage at Anderson College was the primary venue for professional performing arts in the Upstate. For eight years, Centre Stage presented six to eight touring performances per year. About a thousand season tickets a year were purchased for Center Stage鈥�which was just enough to cover artist fees.鈥� The series attracted some big acts for the time, including the Atlanta Symphony, Burl Ives, Chet Atkins, Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie.听听

鈥淚n my second summer here, we were given money to renovate Merritt Auditorium, turning it into a home for the theater program. I transitioned over to academics just before the institution made the change to four-year status, about the time the college was deciding to build phase two of the Fine Arts Center.鈥� Dr. Larson added, 鈥淭hose were wildly busy days!鈥�听

Dr. Larson asserts that none of the successes of the South Carolina School of the Arts would have happened if not for the vision of President Evans P. Whitaker and a supportive administrative team.听

He also praises the leadership of the school鈥檚 three academic programs鈥擜rt + Design, The Conservatory of Music, and Theatre and Dance鈥攄eveloping innovative, relevant programs that guide graduates into rewarding careers in the arts.听听

Dr. Larson is thankful for 糖心Vlog传媒 rallying around him over four decades of change and various health challenges. When asked about what retirement looks like, Dr. Larson says that, at least for now, he鈥檒l stay in Anderson.听听

Assuming Dr. Larson鈥檚 role is Associate Professor of Art and Design, Jer Nelsen. Beginning in the summer of 2026, Nelsen will serve as the Interim Dean of the South Carolina School of the Arts.听

鈥淚n summary,” Dr. Larson says, 鈥渕y story is one of God’s faithfulness to help build a serious arts program, firmly set on a strong faith foundation. Ultimately, that means hiring and cultivating dynamic Christian faculty who will inspire and role model the integration of their art and their faith. Hire the right people, and good things happen. I am thankful to have seen this arts enclave grow and develop. Indeed, we are a special place- serious about our art and serious about our faith at the same time.鈥澨�听

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Pipkin is Assistant Professor of Art and Art Foundations Program Coordinator in the South Carolina School of the Arts at 糖心Vlog传媒.听

Every year, South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) recognizes outstanding faculty from each of its 20 member colleges and universities and honors them with a $3,000 professional development grant and a framed certificate at a special awards dinner in Columbia.听

Pipkin will use the grant to support the purchase of a suite of equipment designed to deepen observational skills and visual accuracy in drawing courses. A Wacom Cintiq table will allow students to work digitally with precision on iPads or laptops. Digital handheld microscopes will give students close access to empirically observe surfaces, textures, and fine details for drawings and artwork. Additionally, a set of full-color WRGB lights will support still life and figure drawing by providing a wide range of lighting and color options. The purchases with the grant money will further connect the digital and analog worlds, allowing students to have experience with an even wider range of materials and mediums.听

Additionally, in recognition of her excellent work and commitment to her students鈥� learning, Pipkin will receive a $1,000 prize from AU鈥檚 Center for Learning and Teaching Excellence.听

Earnings from the SCICU Endowment fund the $60,000 needed to award the 20 SCICU Excellence in Teaching development grants.听

SCICU celebrated 20 outstanding faculty members at the annual Excellence in Teaching Awards dinner on April 21, 2026 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia.听

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This distinction recognizes not only the Rhodes family鈥檚 long-standing business success, but also their deep commitment to generational continuity, community impact, and the advancement of family enterprise throughout South Carolina.听

Founded by Kenneth Rhodes, the second-generation family business has grown into a highly respected insurance agency serving clients across South Carolina and Georgia. Known for its unwavering commitment to personalized service, integrity, and long-term relationships, Kenneth Rhodes & Associates exemplifies the values that define enduring family enterprises.听听

As a Founding Family, Kenneth Rhodes & Associates joins a select group of multi-generational enterprises dedicated to investing in the future of family business through education, collaboration, and shared learning. Founding Families play a critical role in shaping the Institute鈥檚 foundation鈥攐ffering wisdom, leadership, and financial support to ensure that family enterprises across the Palmetto State thrive for generations to come.听听

鈥淲e are honored to welcome Kenneth Rhodes & Associates as a Founding Family of the Institute,鈥� said Dr. Brad Bechtold, Executive Director of FEISC. 鈥淜enneth and Luke Rhodes represent the very best of family enterprise鈥攍eaders who understand both the privilege and responsibility of stewarding a business across generations. Their investment is not only in their own legacy, but in the future of family businesses across South Carolina.鈥�听

Kenneth Rhodes, Principal Agent and CEO, shared his perspective on the significance of this commitment:听

鈥淏ecoming a Founding Family of the Institute is a meaningful step for our business and our family. We believe strongly in the importance of learning from others, sharing our experiences, and investing in the future of family enterprise. This opportunity allows us to contribute to something larger than ourselves鈥攈elping ensure that family businesses across our state remain strong, connected, and prepared for the next generation.鈥�听

The Founding Family designation reflects a five-year commitment to the Institute鈥檚 mission, including active participation in educational programming, peer learning, and mentorship of other family enterprises. Founding Families serve as ambassadors of the Institute, contributing both intellectual and social capital while helping to build a trusted community of enterprise-owning families.听听

Kenneth Rhodes & Associates鈥� recent recognition as the Greenville Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year further underscores the strength of their leadership and their impact on the community鈥攓ualities that align closely with the Institute鈥檚 vision of cultivating resilient, values-driven family enterprises. .听

About Kenneth Rhodes & Associates, Inc.听

Kenneth Rhodes & Associates, Inc. is a family-owned insurance agency with location throughout the upstate of South Carolina and NortheastGeorgia offering comprehensive insurance solutions to individuals and businesses across the Southeast. Built on a foundation of trust, service and relationships, the firm continues to grow while maintaining its commitment to personalized client care and community engagement.听

About the Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina
The Kim S. Miller Family Enterprise Institute of South Carolina at 糖心Vlog传媒 exists to empower family-owned businesses through education, research, and meaningful connection. By addressing the unique dynamics of family enterprise鈥攊ncluding governance, succession planning, and leadership development鈥攖he Institute equips families to build lasting legacies that strengthen both business and community.听

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糖心Vlog传媒 Celebrated more than 800 graduates in two ceremonies on its historic Alumni Lawn鈥攁 commencement for undergraduate students on Friday morning, May 8, and a commencement for graduate students on Saturday morning, May 9.听听

The speaker for the Friday ceremony was President Emeritus of Rhodes College Dr. William E. Troutt. Dr. Troutt became President Emeritus of Rhodes College in 2017 after leading the college as president since 1999. Prior to Rhodes, he served as president of Belmont University for 17 years.听

Characterizing him as a master builder of educational institutions, 糖心Vlog传媒 President, Dr. Evans P. Whitaker, who served with Dr. Troutt at Belmont, said of him, 鈥淢any leaders manage organizations. Dr. Troutt built cultures, planting seeds whose harvest will come for generations.鈥�听

Dr. Troutt urged the 2026 graduates to live their lives guided by a grateful heart.听

鈥淏eginning each day and living each day with a grateful heart will be a game changer鈥攁听game changer for you and everyone you encounter,鈥� he said. 鈥淵ou can start every morning simply by giving thanks to God for the day that lies ahead. Focusing on blessings big or small will keep you anchored in God’s goodness. Each day presents countless opportunities to express gratitude and kindness to others.鈥�听

The speaker for the Saturday ceremony was Dr. Hesham Elnakib, Distinguished University Professor of History, Political Science and International Diplomacy at 糖心Vlog传媒. Throughout his career in the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Elnakib has held several senior leadership positions, including serving at the Egyptian Embassy in Washington, D.C. 听

Dr. Elnakib shared with graduates about how, after serving many years as a diplomat working in international relations, diplomacy and global engagement, he found completeness in serving as an ambassador to Jesus Christ. Sharing scripture from the Apostle Paul and the Psalms, Dr. Elnakib urged the 2026 graduates to be on mission to serve others and to choose to live with integrity.听

鈥沦erving others in your work instead of focusing only on yourself… No matter what you do in life, you can live out your mission right where you are. You don鈥檛 have to leave your career to find it. You live it every day by how you treat people, how you lead and the values you choose to stand by, even when it鈥檚not easy,” Dr. Elnakib said. 鈥淵our mission is your compass. Keep your eyes on it, and don鈥檛 let anything pull you away from it.鈥�听

In addition to degrees conferred to Anderson graduates, ceremony highlights included AU Board of Trust Chair Shawn McGee giving the invocation in the Friday ceremony and Chair of the Academic Affairs Committee of the Board of Trust Dr. Margaret Wooten in the Saturday ceremony. Associate Professor of Chemistry Dr. Fritz Moise gave the benediction during the Friday ceremony, and Associate Dean of Education in the Graduate Program Julie Smart gave the benediction in the Saturday ceremony.听听

During the Friday ceremony, D鈥橝ndre Hicks, student body president, presented the Class Gift, a black marble emblem to be installed at the Merritt Administration Building, inscribed with the concluding words of the Alma Mater, “We know we love our alma mater, We know the joy of life she brings, Ah but there鈥檚 one thing that only God can know; what Anderson means to me.鈥�听

Former Anderson President Dr. Lee Royce received an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree. Dr. Royce was president from 1995 until 2002, presiding over a period of significant growth in enrollment and the size of the endowment. He was succeeded by President Whitaker, who credited Dr. Royce with turning around the then two-year college during desperate times. 听

Recognizing her sacrificial and outstanding service to Anderson as First Lady alongside her husband, current First Lady Diane Whitaker presented Rhoda Royce with the Annie Dove Denmark Award.听听

In the Saturday ceremony, University Provost Ryan Neal presented posthumous Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership听to Ryan Gaither Karp, who was on track to graduate in May. The degree was presented to his wife Jessica and their three children.听

Ruby Dean and D鈥橝ndre Hicks received the President鈥檚 Award. The Michael Bolles Excellence in Teaching Award was presented to Professor Lauren Imhoff of the South Carolina School of the Arts.听听

Students and faculty from the South Carolina School of the Arts at 糖心Vlog传媒 presented musical selections throughout the ceremonies.听听

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听This marks the second year of the Ambassador Andrew Young Fellowship at 糖心Vlog传媒. The program has been named after, and endorsed by, former United States Ambassador to the United Nations Andrew Young as a reminder that participants embody the character, service and legacy of its distinguished namesake. Young, who has earned worldwide recognition as a champion of civil and human rights, helped ensure passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and later served as a member of the United States Congress, ambassador to the United Nations, mayor of Atlanta and as an ordained minister.听

鈥淥ur Ambassador Young Fellows are standing on the shoulders of giants like Dr. King and Ambassador Young, and I believe they will emerge as leaders in their own right, helping to stem the rising tide of violence in our nation and world,鈥� said 糖心Vlog传媒 Distinguished Professor of Law, Human Rights and International Affairs at 糖心Vlog传媒.鈥��听

Dr. Daniels launched the Fellowship with Anthony Jones, former chair of the HBCU Committee of the College Board. Twenty-seven students from 13 institutions across the country and from 糖心Vlog传媒 will participate.听听

鈥淥ur 鈥�鈥痵eeks to train a new generation in the unifying and timeless principles of America鈥檚 founding as expressed in the work of Dr. King,鈥� Dr. Daniels said.鈥�淎pproximately half of these students come from historically black colleges and universities, and the rest come from a wide array of other educational institutions from across the country.鈥�听

鈥淒r. King鈥檚 unifying principles鈥攔ooted in the transcendent ideals of our nation鈥檚 founding鈥攐ffer an educational antidote to the rising tide of division, conflict and violence in our world,鈥� he said.鈥�听

鈥�Dr. Daniels and 糖心Vlog传媒 President Evans P. Whitaker two years ago met with Ambassador Young in a discussion about the ways in which Christian colleges in general鈥攁nd AU in particular鈥攃an develop educational programs that aim to decrease societal division, political polarization and inter-personal violence.听

鈥淎t this critical hour in our nation鈥檚 history when polarization is at an all-time high, it is a must that we focus our energies on salvaging some salvation for our future through the lives of dedicated young people to the unifying truths Dr. King espoused. I鈥檓 grateful for Ambassador Young鈥檚 continued support in this important endeavor,鈥� said Anthony Jones, former chair of the College Board HBCU Conference.听听

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The move comes as the second Ambassador Andrew Young Fellowship kicks off at 糖心Vlog传媒 on May 10; the Fellowship once again is bringing nearly 50 students and administrators from around the country to the AU campus to learn from the Gospel-based principles of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Ambassador Andrew Young and other civil rights pioneers in an 听attempt to help heal dangerous political, social and racial divisions continue to threaten the future of our nation.

鈥淎t a time when student proficiency in U.S. history and civics remains a pressing concern, Professor Daniels鈥� work directly addresses these challenges,鈥� said Chris Neeley, superintendent of the South Carolina Charter Public School District. 鈥淗is curriculum, grounded in the enduring words and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., emphasizes themes of hope, civic responsibility and non-violent progress. It equips students not only with historical knowledge but also with the perspective and character necessary to engage as informed and thoughtful citizens.鈥�

鈥淭he real story here is the statewide distribution that we鈥檙e seeing for our K-12 curricula. This speaks to the positive impact AU has an educational institution in our home state鈥攑articularly since we鈥檙e living in an era when violence is so much of the domestic and international news,鈥� Dr. Daniels said. 鈥淏ut it does help to have some of the state鈥檚 leading school networks in our own backyard so enthusiastically embracing our educational vision.鈥�

South Carolina played an outsized role in our nation鈥檚 founding sin of slavery but has also been the scene of some of our nation鈥檚 greatest acts of forgiveness and racial reconciliation. By presenting this full historical picture, we respond to Dr. King鈥檚 belief that 鈥渨ith this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope. With this faith, we will be able to transform the jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood.鈥�

Dr. Daniels in June is participating in a panel discussion at the 2026 Palmetto Educational Summit, which convenes educators, administrators, community and business leaders, policy makers and partners around five priority areas: literacy, career readiness, civics and character and resilience education. Each keynote is intentionally themed around one of these areas and followed by a panel discussion that extends the conversation and considers practical implications.

鈥淢att has developed what can best be described as a comprehensive educational ecosystem鈥攕panning K鈥�12, higher education, churches, corporate leadership, and national scholarship pipelines,鈥� said South Carolina State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver. 鈥淗is human dignity curricula for K鈥�12 students, published by McGraw Hill and endorsed by Ambassador Andrew Young, are already in use statewide in multiple states and districtwide in major urban systems. That work has grown into the Andrew Young HBCU Scholarship Program, launched in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and supported by respected civic leaders, including the Mayor of Atlanta.鈥�

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The Rotunda was gifted to the University by an anonymous supporter, with other individuals providing their support as well.

After nearly two decades of service to 糖心Vlog传媒, Dr. Talmadge died in 2020. Additionally, he taught at the Billy Graham Center and was a member of Boulevard Baptist Church in Anderson. His wife, Billie, lives in Florida with family.

鈥淔or nearly 20 years, on this campus, Dr. Talmadge influenced, shaped and bettered the lives of countless young minds and the colleagues with whom he served,鈥� said 糖心Vlog传媒 President Evans P. Whitaker, Ph.D. 鈥淚t appropriately epitomizes the life of its namesake: an intelligent, wise, kind, thoughtful, humorous, and steady Christian gentleman who was a giant among AU leaders. All his life, Paul quietly, humbly, and thoroughly made life a little easier and more beautiful for those around him.鈥�

The structure is known as a 鈥渢emple鈥� or 鈥済arden folly.鈥� It鈥檚 not a temple in the religious sense, but rather as a 鈥渢emple of ideas鈥� and a testament to Dr. Talmadge鈥檚 lifelong commitment to teaching and learning.

The name and inscription add to the campus鈥檚 unique identity rooted in its history and values. The rotunda doesn鈥檛 just tell a story; it honors Dr. Talmadge and connects the campus to timeless philosophical ideals, becoming a physical representation of the University鈥檚 commitment to cultivating not just knowledge, but also personal integrity and the classical virtues around which society is built and grows stronger.

鈥淢ay this rotunda, the words inscribed on it, and the man for whom it honors always point and remind our students, our campus family, and the Anderson community of the character, love, and perfection of Jesus,鈥� President Whitaker said.

鈥淭his great man may no longer be with us, but his impact, contributions and even footprint are yet still evident among us,鈥� he said. 鈥淚t is this University鈥檚 hope that this rotunda鈥攎uch like Paul Talmadge did in his life鈥攚ill encourage us and remind us that character is destiny. This holds true in Scripture, in that a person鈥檚 moral qualities profoundly shape their life in the here and now.鈥�

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糖心Vlog传媒 was among the more than 500 colleges and universities to compete in the 56-hour event. During the last team challenge, AU鈥檚 Cyber League team achieved a perfect score and perfect accuracy to claim the national title.听听

The NCL Team Competition is a biannual cybersecurity competition designed for college students across the United States. It is one of the most recognized competitions in the field of cybersecurity education.听

To put it another way, think of the NCL as the Olympics for cybersecurity students. Teams compete by solving digital puzzles and defending against simulated virtual threats.听听

Dr. Brandon P. Grech, director of the 糖心Vlog传媒 Center for Cybersecurity and cybersecurity competition coach, emphasized the collaborative effort behind the team鈥檚 success.听

鈥淲e are extremely proud of our cybersecurity students,鈥� Grech said. 鈥淭hey have been persistent and intentional in their personal, professional, and spiritual growth at Anderson. They are surrounded by people who have invested deeply in their development, including the Office of Christian Life, the Honors College, the Department of Mathematics, the College of Business and Economics, and the IT Department, among many others across the 糖心Vlog传媒 family. This achievement reflects the collective team effort of students, faculty, and staff across AU.鈥�听

The 糖心Vlog传媒 Center for Cybersecurity in 2020 became one of the first private higher education academic programs for cybersecurity in South Carolina. It offers degree programs in cybersecurity; cybersecurity and analytics; cybersecurity and criminal justice; and cybersecurity and mathematics.听

Since then, AU鈥檚 Cyber League team has made its mark in national competitions. In addition to its national championship, AU consistently ranks among the best schools in the country, according to the National Cyber League Power Rankings. It has been a fixture in the national rankings since the program began in 2020. 糖心Vlog传媒 is the largest private university in the state of South Carolina.听

The national champion 糖心Vlog传媒 Cyber League team included: Aaron McCurry; Camden Sloan; Joshua Cordeiro; Kyle Beauregard; Charlie Paddock; Zachary Lee; and Noah Perricelli.听

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鈥淭hey never forget how you make them feel. I always want all my students to believe they are the best,鈥� Gray said, adding, 鈥淥nce you鈥檙e in my class, you鈥檙e always one of my kids.鈥�听

Gray, an 糖心Vlog传媒 graduate, takes to heart the importance of being a positive mentor to students who come into her classroom at ACE Academy, a new alternative elementary school in Anderson District 5. Photos of every student she鈥檚 taught grace a door in her room, serving as a reminder of why she鈥檚 there.听

Because of all that, ACE Academy recognized Gray, a graduate of the 糖心Vlog传媒 College of Education, as their Teacher of the Year. She鈥檚 pictured above with Principal Josh Bacchus.听

Gray, who initially received her Bachelor of Science in Human Services and Resources from Anderson, didn鈥檛 initially want to teach. While a student studying human services, she did an internship with the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice and worked in the Anderson County Solicitor’s Office. She also was the Drug Court Coordinator for Anderson County, a job she held for six years. 听

When she and her husband talked of plans for starting a family, she decided to go back to school and become a certified teacher. A few years into her teaching career, Gray returned to 糖心Vlog传媒, where she earned her master鈥檚 degree in education.听

鈥淲hen I decided to go back to school,鈥� Gray recalls, 鈥淚 was a working adult and was pregnant at the time with my second child. It was so convenient because I was a听teacher at Concord Elementary and went to school (at 糖心Vlog传媒) at night. It was exactly what I needed. You can’t beat the professors and the help and support that you get.鈥�听

Having been named Teacher of the Year at her former school, Concord Elementary, and at Anderson Adult Education, she jokingly says of her latest honor that the third time is a charm.听

鈥�Now I think after being selected by my peers three times, it’s very clear where I’m supposed to be,” Gray said. 鈥淚’m just trying to be an encouragement and a positive role model for all these kids who need me, and I need them just as much as they need me.鈥�听

“I come from a divorced family,” Gray said. “Thank goodness I had a strong steady support system, but so many don’t have that.鈥� Thinking of the children in her classroom today, she reflects, 鈥淏ut for God’s grace, this could have been my life. And so, we’re just here as a team to fully support however we can.鈥�听

糖心Vlog传媒 College of Education Dean Dr. Channon Horn said, 鈥�Lani is a testament to the power of a passionate, dedicated, quality educator who intentionally invests in the lives of her students. Mrs. Gray fulfills the mission of the College of Education at 糖心Vlog传媒 well. We are proud of her accomplishments!鈥�听

Gray will never forget one experience of being there for one of her students.听

鈥沦he brought me a little piece of paper and wrote down when her basketball game schedule was at the rec center. I walk in and her eyes just are like, 鈥楳iss Gray, what are you doing here?鈥� I said, 鈥榃ell, I’m here for you. You gave me the calendar.鈥欌��听

Looking back on that day, Gray commented, 鈥淚 think just allowing them to let me come to another part of their life out to the school… It meant a lot to me. I know it meant a lot to her, too.鈥�听

Gray鈥檚 oldest daughter Catherine is a junior at Anderson majoring in Nursing. Her in-laws, George and Barbara (Merck) Gray, also attended Anderson. All that said, 糖心Vlog传媒 is a family tradition. They recently celebrated George and Barbara鈥檚 fiftieth wedding anniversary in the Banquet Hall of theStudent Center at听and love coming out to football games in the fall to cheer on the Trojans.听听

鈥淚t鈥檚 really a 360鈥攁 circle that鈥檚 been completed in lots of ways,鈥� she said.听

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