Drew Teel’s connection to Faulkner University began early. His parents, Willie Teel and Pam McCormick Teel, attended Alabama Christian College, which later became Faulkner University. Drew fondly remembers his childhood experiences on campus, including nights spent at his grandmother Toni’s…
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Faulkner University Confers Honorary Doctorate on Cecil May Jr.
Faulkner University awarded an honorary Doctor of Christian Education to Cecil May Jr. at his home in Montgomery on Friday. The ceremony was attended by Faulkner President Mitch Henry, Dr. Dave Rampersad, and several deans, faculty members, and university leaders.…
Faulkner University’s Nursing Program Signs Enrollment MOU With Southern Union
Faulkner University and Southern Union State Community College (SUSCC) have signed a Concurrent Enrollment Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Faulkner’s new nursing program. This agreement, finalized last week, will provide students with a seamless transition from Southern Union to Faulkner…
A Football Family, The Woodason Brothers
Three of the four Woodason brothers wore Faulkner Eagles blue football jerseys, while the fourth brother, Seth, wore the black and gold of Harding University. Matt Woodason, who initially chose Lipscomb University over Faulkner, shared how his grandfather, George Woodason,…
The Borens: Athletes, Coaches and Spouses
Amanda Pence Boren and Blake Boren have deep ties to Alabama Christian Academy and Faulkner University, with Amanda’s connection extending through both athletics and academics, and Blake’s involvement spanning golf and coaching. Amanda Pence Boren, who attended Alabama Christian Academy…
Faulkner University Hosts Dedication Ceremony for New College of Health Sciences Building
Faulkner University celebrated the completion of its new College of Health Sciences with a dedication ceremony on February 28, 2025. The event marked the finalization of construction made possible by the generosity of donors who contributed nearly $19 million for…
Roosevelt Chapman: The First African-American Student at Faulkner
Fifty-nine years ago, Roosevelt Chapman made history as one of the first African American students to attend Faulkner, then called Alabama Christian College (ACC). Roosevelt Chapman died March 20, 2022, yet his legacy lives on. In a time of social…
Don Gilliam: A Life of Faith, Service, and Mentorship
As a young boy, Don Gilliam would often see his father in the family living room sitting with a Bible open on his lap. The well-worn leather of the book bore witness to the life that his father would live.…
Doctor of Occupational Therapy Faculty Spotlight: Cate Valentino
Doctor of Occupational Therapy : Cate Valentino OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor Years at Faulkner? This is my first year at Faulkner and I am honored to be part of such a wonderful institution. -Education/Work history? I have been in healthcare for…
EAGLE Spirit in the 1960s
Helen Baker, Martha Baker Jackson, and Carol Haynes Godwin, who led the Eagle Spirit at Alabama Christian in the 1960s, returned to campus for the annual ACC Summer Reunion in June 2024. Helen Baker, who was a student at Alabama…