Alumni Archives – Faulkner University

Ben Kissinger receives the Accomplished Alumnus Award from President Mitch Henry.

Ben Kissinger: Leading Athletes and Students to Christ

“There is no greater work worth doing than leading young people to Jesus Christ,” says Faulkner University alumnus Ben Kissinger, who graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. He returned to Faulkner’s campus earlier this year…

President Mitch Henry awards education alumna Indyia Rachel

Indyia Rachel : A Champion For Education

Indyia Rachel, a proud 2022 graduate of Faulkner University’s College of Education, is more than just a teacher – she is a champion for her students. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Rachel currently teaches 3rd grade Reading, English…

From Graduation to Entrepreneurship: Madelyn Furlong Shares the Art of Building a Business

“My goal is to help my clients show up online with confidence, transform their customers into cheerleaders, and take their business to the next level,” said Faulkner Alumna Madelyn Furlong. Furlong is self-employed, currently working as a marketing strategist and…

Drew Teel’s Path to Becoming an Eagle

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…

Woodason brothers where their football jerseys and helmets.

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…