Sheldon Rogers: Life After Catawba

March 23, 2010 • By: Erin Kidd, writer  
Filed under Alumni, Spotlights

Talent will get you a very long way; just ask Sheldon Rogers, a 2009 graduate of Catawba College. It became obvious while Rogers attended Catawba that talent was something he had been blessed with. One could often find him in a theatre entertaining students, professors, and anyone that dropped by. Roger’s... Read more »

Whitney Martin: Life After Catawba

March 17, 2010 • By Erin Kidd, writer  
Filed under Alumni, Spotlights

An alumnus from Catawba College who truly had an impact on my life was Whitney Martin. There was never a dull moment when Whitney was around. She was someone who always kept me laughing and someone I knew I could confide in. Some of my fondest memories with her include sitting at her house playing Skipbo,... Read more »

Catawba Alumnus Brings History Alive for Rowan County

March 10, 2010 • By Leslie Denton  
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“When I think back on my days at Catawba, I always remember how I loved being outside in the springtime, especially with all the cherry blossoms blooming.” This is one of the many memories that alumnus Tricia Creel has of her college experience. Tricia, now 28, was a 2004 graduate from Catawba.... Read more »

Derek (Chief) Paschal: Life after Catawba

February 11, 2010 • By Erin Kidd, writer  
Filed under Alumni, Spotlights

When I think about the alumni that I had the pleasure of meeting while at Catawba College, one person automatically comes to mind. This student was caring, friendly, always gave great advice, and could always make me smile. Most of my favorite memories happened with him right by my side. I truly believe... Read more »

2005 Alumnus Makes Catawba Proud

October 27, 2009 • By Lizzle G. Davis  
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Catawba College’s Motto for years-running has been “Our Purpose: Your Promise.” For a successful math teacher, coach, club and community leader of Yadkinville, North Carolina, the promise rings true. Catawba College alumnus Rachel McCollum, 27, is now a mathematics teacher at Forbush High School,... Read more »