Category: Featured Falcons

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Dawn Makofski, assistant director of Human Resources, Talent Acquisition and HRIS, and deputy Title IX coordinator for students. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I’m from Montevallo and currently reside in Maylene. If you hold any degrees,… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Dawn Makofski

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Scott Varagona, professor of mathematics. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I was raised in Birmingham and — aside from when I was a student at Auburn — I have lived in the Birmingham metro area my… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Dr. Scott Varagona

What started as an idea for a standard game store back in 2019 has evolved over the years to become Valhalla Board Game Café, a Norse-inspired gaming venue and eatery in Pelham. The café opened its doors on June 1, and is co-owned by Nick Hammett, a 2016 University of Montevallo graduate, and his business… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Nick Hammett

One of Colton Rodano’s most memorable moments from his time at the University of Montevallo was being sworn in as Student Government Association president. The senior, now serving as president for a second year, was overcome with emotion as his predecessor, Cody Hodge, handed him the gavel. “That was kind of awesome to me because… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Colton Rodano

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo?
 My name is Brett Noerager. I am a professor of biology and chair of the Department of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computer Science. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in?
 I am originally from Houston, Texas. I moved… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Dr. Brett Noerager

​What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Eron Burrell, senior transfer admissions counselor. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I was born and raised in Mobile. My family and I currently reside in Calera. If you hold any degrees, what are they in and… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Eron Burrell

Learning is a legacy for Taylar Posey — her mother is a retired school counselor, and her father is former University of Montevallo men’s basketball coach Rob Spivery. With almost 20 years in education under her belt, including 10 years in administration, Posey’s commitment to education is propelling her through her new position as principal… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Taylar Posey

Students at the University of Montevallo are highly encouraged to flex their creative muscles through the medium of their choice. Sophomore Bella Macomb’s chosen medium is flour, sugar, frosting and fondant, which she uses to produce intricately decorated cakes for her flourishing baking business, Izzy B’s Sweets & More. “I’ve been baking forever, but I… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Bella Macomb

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Dr. Kelly Wacker, professor of art. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I grew up in the Western U.S. — my home state is Colorado and some of my childhood was spent in California. I currently live… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Dr. Kelly Wacker

Dr. Dessilyn Chappell is a true lover of knowledge and learning. After earning a bachelor’s degree in communications from The University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2007, the Montevallo native realized that her passion lied in another field — education. “I’ve always wanted to instill a love of learning, especially in young children, because they… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Dr. Dessilyn Chappell