Math Department Alumni

Faulkner Mathematics Alumni

Quick Facts:

Since 1993: 40 graduates
Graduates of 1993-2000: 11 (of 17) currently tracked,
100% of tracked graduates have completed graduate degrees
Graduates of 2001-2007: 21 (of 23) currently tracked, 86% working in field
48% enrolled in graduate school, 50% of those have completed graduate degrees

     
(Note to Faulkner Mathematics Alumni: Please email updates and information to spaulk@faulkner.edu so we can include your updates on our website)
     
 Featured Graduates
 

Derrick Smith, Class of 2000
Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Alabama Huntsville
Education: 
BS, Mathematics, Faulkner University
MAEd, Special Education, University of Alabama Birmingham, 2002
Alabama Teacher Certification in Secondary Math, Special Eduation/Visual Impairments, Educational Leadership
National Library of Congress Braille Transcriber, 2002
Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist, 2007
EdD, Special Education, Texas Tech University, 2008
Employment experience since graduation:
Secondary Mathematics Teaher, Alabama School for the Blind (5 years)\
Personal:
Married to Faulkner Alum Holly Smith and they have one child, Harrison William, born February 5, 2008.
 

Lanae Holaway Kaney,
Class of 2001
Currently enrolled in Samford University’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy
Education:
BS, Mathematics, Faulkner University
Alabama Certification in Secondary Mathematics, Montevallo
Employment experience since graduation:
Actuarial Analyst (3 years)
Secondary Mathematics Teacher/Softball Coach, Shades Valley High School, Birmingham, AL (3 years)

 Lanae Holaway Kaney
 

Tricette Sutterfield, Class of 2002
Software Engineer, Northrop Grumman Corp
[Air Force Wargaming Institute]
Education:
BS, Mathematics, Faulkner University
Employment experience since graduation:
Tricette Sutterfield completed her Faulkner University Internship requirement with Northrup Grummon and was hired upon graduation as a full-time employee.
Personal:
Resides in Montgomery with her two children

  
 
Christopher Cunningham, Class of 2003
Analyst for Webster, Henry, Lyons & White, P.C.;
Candidate for PhD in Economics, Auburn University
Education:
BS, Mathematics, Faulkner University
MS, Public Administration, Auburn University, 2005		  
 

Celia Kather Owen, Class of 2005
Industrial & Systems Engineer
Education:
BS, Mathematics, Faulkner University
MA, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Auburn University, 2008
Honors:
Alpha Pi Mu (Industrial Engineering Honor Society), Auburn University
(pictured right, front center)
Personal:
Married to Jason Owen, Faulkner Graduate, Campus Minister at University Church of Christ, Montgomery, AL.

 

David Pahman, Class of 1993
Headmaster, Mobile Christian School
Education:
BS, Mathematics Education, Faulkner University
MS, Secondary Mathematics Education, Troy University, 1997
MS, Educational Leadership, Troy University, 1998
Employment experience since graduation:
Secondary Mathematics Teacher/Coach for football, basketball, cross country, Goshen High Scool (1993-1998)
Assistant Principal, Alabama Christian Academy (1998-2000)
High School Principal, Christian Home & Bible School, Mount Dora, FL (2000-2003)
Headmaster, Christian Home & Bible School, Mount Dora, FL (2004-2007)
Personal:
Married to Sarah Alan, a Faulkner Graduate,  they have two daughters.
 
Faulkner Math Graduates 
Paul Sullivan, Class of 2007
Analyst/Assistant Statistician, State of AL Supreme Court Sentencing Commission, Montgomery, AL
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
 
Jeremy Claunch, Class of 2007
Web Developer, ACT Innovations, Montgomery, AL
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
BS Computer Science Faulkner University
 
David Brown, Class of 2005
Secondary Mathematics Teacher, Montgomery Public School System
BA Mathematics, Faulkner University
BA Theatre, Faulkner University
 
Kristen McCants, Class of 2005
Mathematics Teacher, Alabama Christian Academy
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
 
Laura Pinkstaff McCoy, Class of 2005
Bookkeeper/Office Manager, Mark S Powell, CPA; Personal Mathematics Tutoring
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
 
Jeff Hubbard, Class of 2004
Mathematics Teacher, Statford Academy, Macon GA
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
Currently enrolled in Graduate Program, University of Alabama Huntsville
Employment experience since graduation:
Optomotrist Technician, Lenscrafters
 
Ashley Seng Williams, Class of 2004
Mathematics Teacher/Volleyball Coach, Homewood High School,Birmingham, AL
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
Med, Secondary Mathematics Education, Auburn University, 2006

Carrie Bell Davis, Class of 2003
Current Homemaker, Previously Accountant for Montgomery Water Works
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
 
Melanie Baswell, Class of 2002
Secondary Mathematics Teacher, Baldwin County School System
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
Pursuing MEd, Mathematics, University of South Alabama
 
Andy Bonner, Class of 2002
Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
BA Liberal Arts/Mathematics Emphasis, Faulkner University
 
Wendy Appling Vick, Class of 2002
Current Homemaker; Previously Secondary Mathematics Teacher
BS Mathematics Education, Faulkner University
MEd, Secondary Mathematics, University of South Alabama 2006
Employment experience since graduation:
Secondary Math Teacher, Prattville High School (2002-2005)
Mathematics Teacher, West Florida High School of Advanced Technology (Magnet School), 2006-2007
 
Rebekah West, Class of 2002
Data Analyst, Video Professor
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
Accepted in Computer Science Graduate program, DePaul
Currently enrolled in Graphic Design Graduate program, Academy of Arts
 
David Dixon, Class of 2000
Mathematics Teacher, Mobile Public School System
Candidate for PhD in Theoretical Physics or Philosophy, University of South Alabama
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
MEd, Secondary Mathematics, University of South Alabama, 2005
 
Chet Stewart, Class of 1995
Assistant Principal, Tallassee High School, Tallassee, AL
BS Mathematics, Faulkner University
MS, School Administration, Alabama State University