Class Notes

On June 16, 2016 Katherine Anderson ’11 was presented with the Council of Organizations Serving Deaf Alabamians (COSDA) Interpreter Award. This award recognizes an interpreter who has demonstrated a commitment to the field of interpreting, the development of the interpreting profession and professionals, and demonstrates respect for and encouragement of current practitioners and consumers. Fellow MC alumna, Nancy Leisering Hayes ’81 also won the award at this time.

was awarded the Marie Griffin Interpreter of the Year Award at the 2016 SERID Conference, held in Atlanta, GA.

Katherine Lynn Anderson, 32, passed away in Birmingham, Alabama on August 23, 2021 with her devoted parents by her side. Katherine’s life calling was using sign language to tell the stories of those who otherwise could not be heard. Born January 24, 1989 in Irmo, South Carolina, she always felt the state of Alabama was her home as it was the gathering place for family events and celebrations. Katherine graduated from JP Taravella High School in Coral Springs, Florida in 2007 and graduated Cum Laude in 2011 from Maryville College with a Bachelor of Arts including a double major in Sign Language Interpreting and American Sign Language/Deaf Studies. In 2013 she graduated from the prestigious Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. with a Master of Social Work degree specializing in working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations. Since her graduation from Gallaudet in 2013, she worked for the Alabama Department of Mental Health Office of Deaf Services and at the time of her passing was the Region V Interpreter Coordinator for the State of Alabama. In her eight year career as an interpreter, she was able to participate in some of life’s most precious moments such as interpreting for a non-hearing couple through the birth of their child, communicating through sign language with the mother, and then relaying it to the doctors and hospital staff. Katherine was due for a shift change midway through the labor and selflessly stayed with the couple until their child was safely delivered. Recently, she purchased a new home near Birmingham and enjoyed making it her own. She had a dedicated craft room where she did everything from machine monogramming to making custom soaps for a friend’s baby shower. Another of her favorite things to do was hosting a weekly girl’s night with her beloved puppy, Tate, always underfoot welcoming and charming guests. She also enjoyed trips with her friends that included skydiving and zip line courses. Katherine was incredibly close to her parents, Beth and Glenn Anderson, and treasured their family time together. Katherine was a true gift to those around her, and her legacy is one of immense skill, kindness, compassion, and dedication. Katherine achieved what we all hope to in her 32 years of life; leaving this world a better place than when she entered it. Katherine was preceded in her death by her grandparents, Gil and Anne Crane and Owen and Bessie Anderson, all from Decatur, Alabama. She is survived by her parents, Beth and Glenn Anderson, of Opelika, Alabama and countless extended family members. The family wishes to express a special thank you to the staff at Grandview Hospital in Birmingham for the thoughtful care they provided for Katherine and continue to provide for the community. A memorial service will be held Friday, August 27 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 801 Jackson St. SE, Decatur, Alabama with visitation from 10:00 AM- 10:45 AM and the ceremony immediately following. Hartselle Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Westminster Presbyterian churchhttps://www.wpc-decatur.org/giving/ or The American Lung Association https://www.lung.org/

is enrolled in UT’s School of Information Science. She is in the scholarship program called ITRL2 for rural librarians. She also recently was promoted to Youth Services Manager at the Blount County Library.

is currently working at St. Anthony North Health Campus in Westminster, Colorado as a Family Medicine Resident Physician.

Kristin Bosco ’11 has taken a teaching position at John Sevier Elementary starting fall 2018. She is returning from Florida with her husband, Michael Bosco ’10 who will be the new head track coach and assistant football coach for William Blount High School.

has accepted the position of First Assistant to the Pro at the prestigious Virginian Golf Club in Bristol, VA. He played golf at Walters State Community College before transferring to Maryville College where he helped his team to a GSAC Conference Championship his senior year. At Maryville, Cason earned a degree in Business and Organizational Management, developing an interest in pursuing golf as a career.

Former Tavares quarterback Tim Conner, who completed his playing career at Maryville College in Tennessee last fall, is in his first coaching job at Centre College in Danville, Ky. He is working as the coach of the running backs. Conner finished his career with the Scots by completing 78-of-150 passes for 852 yards and four touchdowns during his senior season. Centre College is an NCAA Division III program.

Recently deployed onboard the USS Essex (LHD-2), flying the MH-60S Seahawk. Currently assigned to NAS Whiting Field in Milton, FL as an instructor pilot.

was named Outstanding Graduate Student in Experimental Psychology for 2013-2014

Justin Fritts in June of 2011. The couple now resides in Northwest Tennessee

Earned M.A. in Experimental psychology from UT-Knoxville in May 2013. Currently enrolled in the Ph.D. program with an anticipated graduation date of summer 2015. Also involved with AKC dog shows and owner of nationally ranked Bernese Mountain Dog Bear-Acres The Wonder of Glory, CGC, TDI. Wonder is a recent Working Group 4 winner and is currently the #12 Bernese in America in all-breed points.

Elaine received a Ph.D. in Experimental psychology (biological concentration) from UTK in August 2016. Her dissertation explored the effects of using certified therapy dogs to reduce stress and anxiety and increase learning in Spanish second language classes. Elaine’s Bernese Mountain Dog, Wonder, was integral to the study and to all of her doctoral and master’s research. Additionally, Wonder is an AKC show dog who won a 5 point major in July 2016 and was previously ranked as the #15 Bernese in America. A new Bernese puppy, Icelyn, joined Elaine and Wonder’s home in May 2018.

to Derek A. Hunt ’11 on May 26, 2012.

Maryville City Schools is excited to announce the appointment of Derek Hunt as the new head varsity football coach. Hunt is a 2007 graduate of Maryville High School, winning state titles in both football and basketball. Mr. Hunt is a graduate of Maryville College, where he also played football. He currently teaches 7th grade math at Montgomery Ridge Intermediate, but will be on the faculty at Maryville High School for the 2017-18 school year. In a statement received from MHS Principal Greg Roach, “Our goal is to continue the long tradition of success for our football program, a record marked with outstanding results both on and off the field. Derek is the best person, at this time, to carry this legacy program into the future. While he is young in years, his wealth of experience and demonstrated leadership abilities should offer us the greatest potential for a seamless transition. I agree with a quote in the local paper in early 2015, which stated that time works on Hunt’s side. He isn’t far from his championship playing days at Maryville. But in the same breath, he’s far enough along in his coaching career to command respect.” Dr. Mike Winstead, Director of Maryville Schools said, “I am excited to have Derek Hunt as the next head football coach at MHS. Coach Hunt has been a big part of our incredibly successful football program for many years, both as a player and coach. He is a natural leader, innovator, and hard worker. His energy and commitment are exactly what we need as we move forward. It is our good fortune that the strength and readiness of our coaching staff allowed us to quickly fill this position.” In a quote received from Coach Hunt, he said, “It has been my great privilege and honor to work beside George Quarles for the past seven seasons at MHS. I am humbled to accept this position and look forward to continuing to work with our excellent coaching staff to offer the best possible high school football experience for students, fans, and our community. Go Rebels!” Derek Hunt graduated from Maryville High School in 2007 and has coached both football and basketball at MHS. Hunt is married to Sam Houston Elementary kindergarten teacher Jessica Hunt (MC alumna ’11). They have one young son. Hunt will be taking the position vacated by longtime head coach George Quarles, who is leaving MHS for a coaching job at Furman University. Hunt’s new coaching duties will begin immediately.

to Wesley Idlette ’12, December 29, 2012.

On Aug. 1, 2018, Hayley Carter Jackson ’11 began a new position with Knox County Schools as a fourth grade teacher at Bonny Kate Elementary School in South Knoxville, TN. Two weeks later, she received a Master of Arts Post-Baccalaureate from Johnson University in Knoxville, TN.

Carter Montgomery & Christopher Douglas born 2/21/2023 to Sam (‘12) and Hayley Carter Jackson (‘11).

Chelsi Hooper Long ’11 has been named assistant principal of Alcoa High School. She started her career at AHS in 2011 as a math teacher, and after earning master’s and Ed.S. degrees, she served as an assistant principal at Lenoir City High School.

Wrote to say he attended as a freshman in 2007 and still considers Maryville one of the crowning achievements in his life. He said he is honored to have attended this College.

Bearden High School is proud to name Ryan Radcliffe as our new head boys and girls soccer coach. Ryan is a 2007 graduate of Bearden High School and a 2011 graduate of Maryville College. While at BHS, Ryan was a four-year varsity starter under Coach Eric Turner. He was a two-time All-District and All-Region performer and an All-State selection in 2007. Ryan was a member of Bearden’s 2006 State Championship team and the 2007 State Finalist team. At Maryville College, Ryan was a four-year varsity starter under Coach Pepe Fernandez. He was named Great South Athletic Conference Freshman of the Year and was a three-time All-Conference selection.

Just accepted the position of General Manager for the Regus center in Vero Beach, FL. Regus is an executive office suites and office solutions company with over 1500 locations, worldwide. Jenny took over the center in May and will be maintaining its revenue/daily operations.

Just accepted the position of General Manager for the Regus center in Vero Beach, FL. Regus is an executive office suites and office solutions company with over 1500 locations, worldwide. Jenny took over the center in May and will be maintaining its revenue/daily operations.

Nathaniel W. Smith ’11 and his wife Amanda Hamilton welcomed the birth of their son Martin William Smith-Hamilton on December 30, 2021.

Joshua Terry ’11 was named the 12th head coach in the history of the Scott County High School Highlanders in Scott County, Tenn. He has spend the last six years on the Highlander’s staff and is also a social studies teacher at the school. Read more here: http://ihoneida.com/2018/03/06/terry-named-football-coach-at-scott-high/