Jessica Richards '17My name is Jess Richards. I grew up in Palmyra, Indiana and went to North Harrison High School. I then went on to study biology at USI. After graduating from USI in 2017, I immediately started PA school in Indianapolis at IUMPAS. I graduated from PA school in 2019 and now work at Norton Women’s and Children’s in Louisville as a physician assistant in pediatric emergency medicine. I absolutely loved my time USI!
Kayla Clodfelter '19I graduated from USI in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in biology. While at USI, I was heavily involved with Pott College SAB, Delta Zeta Sorority, and Pre-Professional Health Club. Afterwards, I was accepted to Indiana University School of Medicine Class of 2023. During medical school, I have served on the board of the Mollie Wheat Memorial Clinic which is a student-run, free clinic for the Terre Haute community.
Joshua Dudek '19My name is Joshua Dudek and I am a current Doctor of Optometry student at the UMSL College of Optometry as well as a student ambassador for the College of Optometry. I received my B.S. Biology in December 2019. During my time at USI I was the STEM LLC RA for two years and was heavily involved with the peer mentoring program. I also served as Chair and Co-chair for the Pott College Student Advisory Board from 2017-19. My time at USI helped me grow as an individual and as a leader which has allowed me to be successful in my current endeavors.
Nicole Nord '20I was raised in Jasper, IN and graduated from Jasper High School in 2016. In April 2016, I was awarded the Dr. William C. H. Grimm Jr. and Phyllis R Grimm Baccalaureate-to-Doctor of Medicine (B/MD) Merit Scholarship at the University of Southern Indiana. I attended USI from Fall 2016-Spring 2020 and graduated with a B.S. in Biology with a Spanish Language minor. While attending USI, I had the privilege of serving on the Pott College Student Advisory Board, was a peer mentor and tutor for Peer Tutoring, worked for Housing and Residence Life as a Resident Assistant for two years, and was involved in numerous clubs and organizations on campus. After graduating from USI, I matriculated into Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Indianapolis, IN for medical school and interviewed for the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) through the Navy. In July 2020, I will be commissioned into the Navy as a Medical Corps officer and will work for them post-residency.
Marina Blackwell '21Marina Blackwell graduated from USI in 2021 with a B.S in Biology and a minor in Psychology. While at USI, Marina was involved with many organizations including Pott College Student Advisory Board and Pott College Student Ambassadors. Marina is currently in Miami, FL and attending Barry University to become a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM).
Renaye Hamilton '16My name is Renaye Hamilton. I was born and raised in Evansville where I attended Memorial High School then spent 4 years at USI getting my degree in Chemistry with a minor in Biology (2016). I attended Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis, IN and graduated in May 2021. My husband (Andrew Hamilton, USI 2016) and I moved to Virginia in May 2021 where I am now practicing dentistry and he is in his OBGYN Residency.
Kaytlin Galloway '20My name is Kaytlin Galloway and I received my bachelor's degree in Biology from USI in the spring of 2020. While at USI, I was a part of the STEM LLC, worked as a tutor and SI in Academic Skills, served as a USI Student Ambassador, and was a board member and co-chair of the Pott College SAB. I loved being a member and chair of SAB to be able to participate in the Doggie Dash and Running Series, serves as a Pott College Ambassador, and be a part of the peer mentoring program. I am now working toward my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Indiana University in Indianapolis and am expected to graduate in 2023. Many of the skills that I developed during my time at USI have translated well to leadership positions that I now hold in PT school.
Christian Duncheon '14- Spectrum Health, Emergency Medicine Resident
Jessica Cox (Lingafelter) '12- Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Student
Carynn Koch '15- IU School of Medicine, Student
Livia Hopper '18- Indiana University School of Medicine, Student
Cammie Jones '19- University of Southern Indiana, Student
Paige Holley '20
I graduated from USI with a bachelors degree in Biochemistry, a minor in Spanish, and a TESOL certification. After graduation, I went on to work at Red Spot Paint and Varnish here in Evansville as a Coatings Chemist.
Alison Cole (Koniezki) '14- Warrick County WIC, Registered Dietician
Sarah Wagmeister '16- Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences, Student
Valerie McKinney '17
I fell in love with USI during one of the Southern Hospitality Days. The campus is beautiful, and I knew then that I wanted to attend USI. During my time there I was heavily involved in the engineering department where I was a member of IEEE and Society of Women Engineers along with being a professor's assistant in the freshman labs. I loved being a member of the clubs and was thrilled to be a member of the IEEE team that won a robotics competition for the first time in university history. After graduating I accepted a job with Aleris International (now Commonwealth Rolled Products) as an electrical engineer for the entire plant. I love my job and find a lot of joy in being able to work in different departments on all the equipment needed to make rolled aluminum coils. My time at USI helped to develop a good foundation for my career. I still make it out to campus to run on the trails with my son and get together with the friends I made during my schooling.
Raquel Denning '19
My name is Raquel Denning and I graduated with a Mechanical Engineering degree in Fall 2019. I am currently employed full-time at AstraZeneca as a Packaging Engineer after pursuing an internship with them. I intend on enrolling for the Fall of 2021 to pursue a MBA in Engineering Management. I was part of the Student Advisory Board of Pott College for four years.
Valerie McKinney '17
Kenneth Schnautz '11- Quarion Technology, Automation Engineer
Louis Volz '14- CGB Soybean Processing, Plant Engineer
Chelsea Hochstetler '16 M '18- Toyota, Quality Engineer
Ryan Loehrlein '19- University of Southern Indiana MBA Program, Student (GA for SwiSTEM)
Madelyn Sturgeon '22 - PCI - A Salas O'Brien Company, Structural Engineer I
I am Cindy Mauro and I am a proud alum of USI. I received a Bachelor of Science in Geology (with a minor in Creative Writing) in 2016, where, after a year of waiting, I pursued my first graduate degree at East Carolina University. I started out as a geology graduate student but ended up switching programs and graduating with a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), specializing in Secondary Science Education. After graduating from ECU, I worked as an Earth Science teacher at Pine Lake Preparatory in Mooresville, NC, for a year before the tragic loss of my fiance in June 2020. I am currently working as a department clerk at the Venango County Human Services Administration in northwestern Pennsylvania. I am planning to go back to graduate school in the near future to pursue a PhD in Geology where I hope to end up teaching and conducting research at a university that pursues and upholds the same ideals and values as USI.
Michael Stephens '15
I became interested in water resources while studying geology at USI. I had great opportunities at USI to be involved in undergraduate research with geology faculty. After graduating from USI, I continued studying geology at California State University, Sacramento. Following graduate school I began a career as a hydrologist at the U.S. Geological Survey in the California Water Science Center. My current research focuses on the impacts of oil and gas development on water resources in California.
James Wallace '12
I enrolled at University of Southern Indiana in the fall of 2008 initially as a Radio Television Major. After taking an Intro to Geology taught by Dr. Tony Maria, I switched to major in Geology and graduated in 2012 with a BS. I then attended Indiana University Bloomington to study structural geology in southwestern Montana. I finished my Masters degree in 2014 and was hired by ConocoPhillips in Houston, Texas as a Geologist. I worked for 6 years at ConocoPhillips on onshore oil and gas projects before making a career pivot to Data Science. In 2021 I joined Toyota Financial Services as a Senior Analyst moving to North Dallas, Texas. Outside of work I spend the majority of my time with my wife, Alissa Wallace (Piekarski) USI-13, and our two beautiful boys, Jaxon and Willem.
Kaitlyn Deskins '20
Graduated from USi with a B.S. in Geology in 2020. With COVID-19 and jobs being limited I applied to be an AmeriCorps volunteer. I am currently and AmeriCorps member with the Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area. My position is an outreach aide for the West Virginia Division of Forestry. I go around the state to teach the public and kids about the forest and how it works. I am also creating my own trail in a state forest for anyone to visit and view. In the fall 2021 I am going to West Virginia University to get my masters in Forestry.
Kristen King (Schmeisser) '13- Shoe Carnival Inc., Marketing Specialist, Search & Display
Andrew McCammack '15- Regency Commercial Associates LLC, Acquisitions Dept. Intern
Ally Robbeloth '19
Jeremiah Johnson '13
I attended USI from 2009 to 2013 when I graduated. I was a member of the USI Rugby Team from 2011 through 2013. I also played in the USI Pep Band all four years of college. I obtained my bachelor's degree in Sport Management. I went on to work at the French Lick Resort for a few years and eventually held the title of Recreation and Activities Manager. I am currently in a similar position at The Bridgewater Club in Carmel, IN. I'm the drummer for a rock band called "Moonshine At Sunrise".
Grace Anders '19
I graduated from USI in spring of 2019 with my BS in exercise science. I continued my education through a master’s of science in occupational therapy, which started right after I graduated undergrad and I will graduate here in December!
Courtney McGuire/Huntington '18
My name is Courtney Huntington I graduated from USI with a Bachelors degree in Exercise Science in December 2018. I was heavily involved at USI including: resident assistant, PC3 RA, Pott College SAB, Pott College Organization Council Chair, Sports Management Club, and Exercise Science Club. Following graduation from USI I attended Ivy Tech in Sellersburg, IN to pursue Physical Therapy Assisting. I currently work for PT Solutions at Columbus Regional Health as a PTA.
Erika Maurer (McCormick) '16 M '18
Hello, my name is Erika Maurer. I was born and raised in Southern Indiana. My family and I currently live about 2 miles from the USI campus and enjoy all the campus has to offer on a weekly basis, mostly the USI trail! Even though you might assume I'm a Hoosier fan, I'm actually a HUGE Notre Dame fan, GO IRISH! I started working as the Human Resources Coordinator for ProRehab INC in April of 2019 (two years down, forever to go)! Prior to ProRehab INC, I worked as the Human Resources Generalist at a private orthopaedic practice in town (one of our biggest referral sources). I now provide Human Resource support for four Confluent companies, ProRehab INC, ProRehab Louisville, SporTherapy and OSPTKY. Believe it or not, I met my husband at USI and now we both work for ProRehab INC. He is a practicing PTA, going back to school to become a PT at Hanover College in Indiana. Very excited for him to be the first graduating DPT class! We have the most loving 75 pound golden doodle, Rudy and hoping to add to the family in a few years. I obtained my undergraduate degree at USI in Exercise Science then continued my education at USI and obtained my MBA with concentration in Human Resources and Health Care Admin shortly after. I enjoy staying very active in my spare time and traveling to new places. My goal is to complete 50 marathons in all 50 states. I have 10 states done (Indiana, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Missouri, Ohio, Alabama, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Kentucky). Along with running, I absolutely love to swim and completed my first Ironman in May of this year. It was an experience of a life time. I bleed red and blue - labeled a screagle for life!
Andrew Wickerham '18
Hi, I’m Andrew Wickerham and I graduated in 2018 with my Bachelor’s in Sport Management. I then received my Master’s in Sport Management from USI while working as a Graduate Assistant for USI’s Housing and Residence Life. Before and following graduation, I continued working at Victoria National Golf Club in Newburgh in various roles, such as cottage concierge, food and beverage staff and club services. I progressed through my career to now, where I am the Hospitality Manager at Ballyhack Golf Club in Roanoke, Virginia.
Sydney Altmeyer '20- University of Southern Indiana Occupational Therapy, Student
Gina Kiefer '17- Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, Occupation Therapist
Whitney Mosier '18
Hello! My name is Whitney Pannebaker (Mosier) and I attended USI from 2014-2018. I dual majored in special education and elementary education. while there, I was an AMIGO, Student Ambassador, and a member of the Pott College Student Advisory Board, as well as a few others. I loved my time at USI! Since then, I have gotten married to my husband Ryan. I began my teaching career in 1st grade. I quickly realized that 1st grade was not where the Lord wanted me, so I moved to 4th. I taught there for 2 years and decided that still wasn't my niche, so I moved to special education as an inclusion teacher. I have finally found my spot, and I love this position dearly. Although my first three years were tough, I am so thankful for everything I learned in those roles because I would not be the teacher I am today without those experiences.
Alexa Amos ‘18
I’m Alexa Amos. I graduated from USI in 2018 with a double major in Elementary and Early Childhood Education. After graduation, I got a job with EVSC and I have been here for four years now! I’ve loved getting to know all of the students and families that I’ve met along the way.
Alexis Pflug '21
I graduated from USI in May of 2021 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education with a Reading minor. I am now currently working for EVSC at Evans School. While at USI, I served on the SAB for all four years. Being apart of SAB was a great experience that I am truly glad to have been apart of. I learned so much through the board about advocating for the students of Pott College in order to make their experience at USI the best it could be.
Lauren Harding '15- Warrick Country School Corporation, 1st Grade Teacher, Sharon Elementary
Brock Edwards '17- Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation- Special Education, Highland Elementary
