Yuling Huang-Davie (C ’93) was recently awarded a Fulbright U.S. Teaching Scholar this year, and will be going to the Institute of Music at UCSI University in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Pictured to the left.)

Clayton Fletcher (C ’94) co-authored a book entitled, “The ROI of LOL: How Laughter Breaks Down Walls, Drives Compelling Storytelling, and Creates a Healthy Workplace.”

Dara Eckerd Lewis (C ’95) is a realtor for NextHome Tomorrow Realty in Lewes, Delaware.

On Sept. 10, the play entitled, “20 Seconds” premiered, which was written and performed by Tom Sweitzer (C ’95, ’11) and directed and developed by Jeremy Scott Blaustein (C ’06). (Pictured to the right.)

On Sept. 7, Jonathan A. Noyalas (AS ’01) was honored by the Josephine School Community Museum and African-American Cultural Center for his contributions to the study of African American history in the Shenandoah Valley.

Sarah Howard (C ’02) was highlighted in an article entitled, “How the Lifting Flutist Got Her Grit Back.”

In July, Rosemary Martin Edwards (AS ’08) announced that she is the new president of PCACAC – Potomac and Chesapeake Region (Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling).

Jennifer Green-Flint (C ’09, EL ’15) is now the assistant dean for administration and finance in the Shenandoah Conservatory.

Courtney Jones (C ’09) was a guest on episode #107 of a podcast entitled, “The Other Side Of The Bell – A Trumpet Podcast.”

Lori McVay (HP ’09) and her collaborating physician Dr. Carl Moore were selected as the 2023 Virginia Academy of PAs Physician/PA Partnership of the Year award recipients. (Pictured to the right.)

Martha Dreiling (B ’10) became the co-founder and COO of Reserve.

In May, Colleen O’Brian (C ’13) became the admin services supervisor for Serco, Inc.

In August, Candice Coleman Davis (N ’14) became a family nurse practitioner for Piedmont Internal Medicine.

On Aug. 27, James Robb (AS ’14) and Laurie Connelly Robb (AS ’15) welcomed baby James into the world. (Pictured to the left.)

Melissa Chavez (C ’15) was highlighted in an article entitled, “LOCAL NEWSOpera Returns to Downtown Front Royal: Full Houses Both Nights!)

Benjamin Kase (EL ’15) is the assistant principal for Warm Springs Middle School in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.

Craig Hollander (AS ’16) graduated with a master’s degree in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the UMD School of Pharmacy.

Erika Rohrbaugh (AS ’16, HP ’21) was highlighted in a video from Fox 5 News entitled, “Frederick Hometown Hero.”

In August, Patrick Rose (C ’16) was promoted to director of Celebrity Summit and Celebrity Reflection for Celebrity Cruises. (Pictured to the right.)

In August, Michael Christie (C ’17) obtained a permanent trumpet spot with Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience. (Pictured to left.)

On July 7, Jacob Moyer (C ’17, ’23) performed the world premiere of “Knowledge Workers,” a new work for two clarinets, by Director of Composition, Coordinator of New Music and Associate Professor of Composition Jonathan Newman, M.M., at the 50th anniversary Clarinetfest in Denver, Colorado.

Cynthia Bui (B ’18,P ’18) became the pharmacy supervisor and program manager for the Veterans Affairs San Diego Medical Center.

Ting-Yu Chen (EL ’19) is now the associate dean for academic success in the Shenandoah Conservatory.

Connor McCarthy (AS ’19, EL ’19) is the director of golf at St. Mary’s University.

On Sept. 2, Donovan Mellon (C ’21) and Lindsay Watkins (C ’19) were married in Outer Banks, North Carolina. Brittney Prestridge (AS ’19, C ’20) and Jeneane Kraft (C ’21) were in the wedding party. (Pictured to the right.)

On July 31, Kara Gilpin (AS ’23) joined the Juvenile Opioid Treatment Intervention Prevention Program, as a peer recovery coach, for the Berkeley County Recovery Resource Center.

Cydney Kuticipal (C ’23) was highlighted in an article entitled, “Alanis Morissette Musical Jagged Little Pill Comes to DCPA.”

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In Memoriam

Charles S. Geil (D ’48) of Harrisonburg, Virginia, passed away on Aug. 7, 2023.
Bruce C. Pfeiffer (D ’52) of Henrico, Virginia, passed away on Aug. 20, 2023.
Robert W. Stanley (C ’55) of Leesburg, Virginia, passed away on Aug. 5, 2023.
Rosemary K. Metzner (HP ’73) of San Diego, California, passed away on May 26, 2017.
Rebecca E. Wolverton (HP ’80) of Edinburg, Virginia, passed away on Aug. 23, 2023
Richard L. Griffith, Jr. (C ’83, C ’84) of Winchester, Virginia, passed away on Aug. 31, 2023.
Ronda Howard (AS ’93) of Stephens City, Virginia, passed away on Aug. 6, 2023