Tag: Alabama
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Divine Goshea
When Divine Goshea was younger, he didn’t imagine himself in college. Growing up in Phenix City, Alabama, he said his opportunities felt limited. “No one really expects much to come out of you,” he shared. “But coming to UNA opened my eyes to see what’s truly possible. Whatever you put your mind to, you can… Read more
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The Glascock Family
Continuing a Legacy of Excellence at UNA For the Glascock family, UNA is a tradition. Taylor, a junior in the College of Education and Human Sciences, followed in her parents’ footsteps as a UNA alumnus. Though initially resistant to the idea of attending her parents’ alma mater, Taylor soon fell in love with the campus… Read more
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Hunter Johnson
Hunter Johnson earned both his BA in History (2021) and his MSEd in Secondary Education (2022) from the University of North Alabama. Originally from Decatur, Alabama, Johnson’s path to UNA was shaped by family connections and a transformative campus visit guided by Dr. Bibbee. The beauty of Florence’s campus, paired with the faculty’s personal touch,… Read more
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Sydney Stafford
Sydney Stafford, a Secondary Education History major from Huntsville, Alabama, began her UNA journey early—literally. Inspired by her older brother, who was already a student at UNA, Sydney enrolled in the university’s Early College program to get a head start on her degree. “I wanted to get college credit and experience before graduating high school,”… Read more
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Dr. Jim Hauschildt
When Dr. Jim Hauschildt enrolled in the University of North Alabama’s Master of Science in Nursing program with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership, he was already a seasoned leader with decades of experience in healthcare, business, and education. He held an MBA, a doctorate in education, and was serving as the president of a nursing… Read more
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Jasmine Parks
For Jasmine Parks, a junior social work major from nearby Muscle Shoals, Alabama, the University of North Alabama was always close to home—but it wasn’t until she saw the university’s band perform that it truly came into focus as her future. “Being in band at my high school, I was captivated by their performance and… Read more
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Connell Cornelius
For Connell Cornelius, attending the University of North Alabama wasn’t just a choice — it was a legacy. As a third-generation UNA student, Connell came to campus with strong roots and high expectations. What ultimately drew him to UNA, though, was the university’s exceptional music program. “The music program here is phenomenal — that’s what… Read more
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The Byrd Family’s UNA Journey
Jamie and Tasha Byrd, both UNA alumni, were thrilled when their twin daughters decided to attend their alma mater. Jamie graduated in 1999 with a degree in Business Management, while Tasha earned a master’s in Education. For them, UNA was not only an academic institution but also a cornerstone of their personal and professional development.… Read more
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Kesley Butler
Kesley’s desire to become a nurse was rooted in her childhood experiences caring for her grandmother, who lived with her family after suffering several strokes. Her mother, also a nurse, inspired Kesley to pursue a career where she could make a difference in people’s lives. Nursing wasn’t about the money—it was about the ability to… Read more
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Claire Hendrickson
When Claire Hendrickson first visited UNA in the spring of 2020, it was the beauty of the campus that caught her eye. As a recent graduate of Jacksonville High School in Anniston, Alabama, she was uncertain about her college plans due to the pandemic. But as she walked around the campus, something clicked. She snapped… Read more
