Alumni Advisory Board
Learn more about our dedicated alumni who help shape the future of the College of Liberal Arts.
Role and Impact
The College of Liberal Arts Alumni Board is a distinguished group of alumni and friends whose purpose is to help the College fulfill its mission. Board members are dedicated to using their success, expertise, experience, network, and resources to help the College elevate its excellence by:
- Serving as an advocate and champion for the CLA to increase its impact, visibility, and reputation;
- Providing guidance and perspectives related to strategic initiatives;
- Engaging with students and supporting their professional growth;
- Assisting CLA leadership in building and strengthening external relationships with alumni and other key stakeholders; and
- Promoting CLA activities and strategic initiatives to obtain financial support.
Board membership is by invitation of the Dean. It meets on campus twice annually to work collaboratively with the Dean and CLA leadership to advocate for the College, provide guidance, engage with students and faculty, assist in networking, and garner support for CLA activities.
1970-79 Alumni
What role did your liberal arts education play in shaping your career path?
Frances Permenter Smith
Director of Government Affairs; Comcast
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Steve McKinney
Partner; Balch & Bingham, LLP
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Gail Russell
Partner; Goldberg Simpson
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Sanford Thomas
Owner; Sanford Thomas Investing
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Dr. Darden North
OB-GYN, Jackson Healthcare for Women
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Robert Harper
Private law firm, Memphis
See Robert’s Answer1980-89 Alumni
How has your degree contributed to your professional achievements?
Dr. Harriet Hilliard
Family Medicine Physician; Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
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Dr. Mike Edmonds
Co-President; Colorado College
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Dr. Mark Craig
Owner, Surgeon; Accent Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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John Jacobson
Managing Partner; Riley Warnock & Jacobson, PLC
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Missy Edwards
Founder; Missy Edwards Strategies
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How has your degree helped you make a mark in your field?
Al Williams
CFO, Bush Brothers & Company
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Bradford Cobb
Partner; Direct Management Group
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Dr. Adrian Cartier
Freight Science
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Sarah Abraham
Development Coordinator, University of Virginia’s Health System Development Office
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Sumner Abraham
Internal Medicine Associates
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