Category: Featured Falcons

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

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Danielle Parks, administrative assistant in the Department of Teaching, Leadership and Technology in the College of Education and Human Development. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I am from Birmingham, where I still reside and commute daily.… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Danielle Parks

Kooper Rooks knows firsthand the profound impact that music can have on a person’s wellbeing. From stress reduction to pain management, music was one of the things that kept the sophomore inspired during his journey to becoming a childhood cancer survivor. “Anybody who has ever had a hard time, I guarantee they had an artist… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Kooper Rooks

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Dr. Shafqat Ali Shad, assistant professor of data analytics in the Michael E. Stephens College of Business. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in?I’m originally from Islamabad, Pakistan, a city known for its beautiful scenery and lush greenery… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Shafqat Ali Shad

Crimson Tide sports fans know Chris Stewart’s voice; he’s been calling men’s basketball games at The University of Alabama for more than 20 years. Now, he’s picking up the microphone and stepping into a new position as the lead play-by-play announcer for Alabama football — a job he’s wanted ever since he was a kid.… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Chris Stewart

Anyone that meets Veronica Kloss can see that she is on a mission to fully embody the value of a liberal arts education at the University of Montevallo. Between her two majors, five minors and diverse campus involvement, the senior is dedicated to taking advantage of all that UM has to offer. “I do a… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Veronica Kloss

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? William Crawford, Outdoor Scholars Program director and head fishing coach. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I’m from Northport, Alabama, but have lived in Montevallo since 2011. If you hold any degrees, what are they in and… Continue reading Featured Falcons: William Crawford

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Traci Crenshaw, Director of the Office of Veteran & Military Affairs (VMA) Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I am from Omaha, Nebraska and currently reside in Pelham. If you hold any degrees, what are they in… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Traci Crenshaw

Freddie the Falcon here! They say birds of a feather flock together, and nowhere is that more true than at the University of Montevallo. When you join the Falcon family, you join generations of people that decided to spread their wings and fly and landed here on these beloved bricks. But how exactly did we… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Freddie the Falcon

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Dr. Alexander Mechitov, professor of management information systems in the Stephens College of Business. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I have been living in Montevallo for the last 23 years. My wife and I came here… Continue reading Featured Falcons: Alexander Mechitov