Alumni Boards
The purpose of the Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ Alumni Association shall be to further the interests of the University, its graduates, and former student by maintaining and strengthening the loyalty and involvement of the members of the Association for the University. The Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ Alumni Association Board of Directors gathers two times per year to help direct and guide the work of the Alumni Association.
If you would like to nominate someone to serve and lead on an Alumni Board, please fill out the form below!
Alumni Board Members
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Rose Morales '00
Alumni Board President
Rose graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2000 with a degree in Elementary Education. Her favorite tradition is the Easter Pageant and its reminder of what our Savior did for us. Rose works as a first-grade teacher. She is married to Tony, class of 2002, and they have one dog, Buddy.
![Photo of Travis Bice '10 Photo of Travis Bice '10](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Travis-Bice.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705505366&s=fa5594970483f868acf9b32ba3f87a8a)
Travis Bice '10
Travis graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2012 with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. He currently lives in Tomball.
![Photo of Lynn Clarke '83 Photo of Lynn Clarke '83](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Lynn2.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1677531996&s=9f84e8900a489026c80b8232a678d08d)
Lynn Clarke '83
Lynn graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 1983 with a degree in Elementary Education. Her favorite tradition is Robbing and Midnight March. Lynn is a retired Elementary Educator. She is married to James, and they have two children.
![Photo of Susan Cody '72 Photo of Susan Cody '72](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/3EBC133F-B831-4080-93D7-A4E677A918FF.jpeg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1676383371&s=f75281aa1b2bb7d4069359e30a7a6b79)
Susan Cody '72
Susan graduated from MHB in 1972 with a degree in Speech, Drama, and English. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was Charter Day. Susan is a retired teacher. She has four children.
![Photo of Jennifer Hoffman '11 Photo of Jennifer Hoffman '11](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Jennifer.jpeg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1676311791&s=4651f38cae67e1c2a8dde9c6290c1cfd)
Jennifer Hoffman '11
Jennifer graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2011 with a degree in Education. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was the Circle of Songs. Jennifer works as a Realtor and Trainer. She is married to Roger, and they have one child.
![Photo of Bobby Johnson '76 Photo of Bobby Johnson '76](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Bobby.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705505429&s=2d2a893c190a2b42c7a0901aedd5aa6f)
Bobby Johnson '76
Bobby graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 1976 with a degree in Church Music. He currently lives in Belton.
![Photo of Rojo Johnson '10 Photo of Rojo Johnson '10](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Rojo.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705505555&s=98c92f7e2be3cc36ba77ac43e79cb64d)
Rojo Johnson '10
Rojo graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2010 with a degree in Professional Studies. He currently lives in Woodway.
![Photo of Marjorie White Kuban ‘61 Photo of Marjorie White Kuban ‘61](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Marjorie.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705505752&s=0e3a2bb8c16ebfd3ca0ff4507ebb054b)
Marjorie White Kuban ‘61
Marjorie graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 1961 with a degree in Elementary Education. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition is Charter Celebration. Marjorie lives in Glendale, Arizona.
![Photo of Eduardo Lara '93 Photo of Eduardo Lara '93](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Eduardo-Lara.jpeg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705505802&s=8f21f7bdc815b29492ce4c3587f73d83)
Eduardo Lara '93
Eduardo Lara graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 1991 with a degree in Psychology and Behavioral Science. His favorite tradition is Charter Day. Eduardo works as a Director of Clinic Operations. He is married to Elizabeth ‘93, and they have two sons.
![Photo of Christel Lindberg-Phelps '01 Photo of Christel Lindberg-Phelps '01](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Christel-Lindberg-Phelps.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705505854&s=fbb4daf4de86b82dcd5d377f7d609bdb)
Christel Lindberg-Phelps '01
Christel Lindberg-Phelps graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2001 with a degree in Mathematics. Her favorite tradition is Play Day. Christel is a former Math Instructor. She is married to Eric, and they have two children, one of whom is a current Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ student.
![Photo of Stephen McElrath '06 Photo of Stephen McElrath '06](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Stephen.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1676311860&s=86ed2329fb2540bc90a0a7a4bbcf5ac1)
Stephen McElrath '06
Stephen graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2006 with a degree in Exercise Sport Science. His favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ traditions were Welcome Week, Stunt Night, Play Day, and Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ Football. Stephen works in sales. He is married to Amanda, and they have one child.
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Morgan Raines '22
Morgan graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2022 with a degree in Chemistry. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was Stunt Night. Morgan is a Ph.D. student at Baylor University.
Dr. Sheila Ransburg ’98, M.Ed. ’17, Ed.D. ‘21
Sheila graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 1998 with a degree in Social Work, a Master's in Education in 2017, and a Doctorate in Education in 2021. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was the Leadership Luncheons. Sheila works as a Coordinator of Assessment and Data Management. She is married to Leon Shepard.
![Photo of Lynda Solis '91 Photo of Lynda Solis '91](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Lynda.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705506009&s=205d3c2acf9b50df6800ab5102261db0)
Lynda Solis '91
Lynda graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 1991 with a degree in Elementary Education. She currently lives in Waxahachie.
Caden Steubing '23
Caden graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2023 with a degree in Exercise Physiology. His favorite tradition is Easter Pageant. Caden works as a Graduate Student at Baylor University.
![Photo of Gilda Tchao '21 Photo of Gilda Tchao '21](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Gilda_2023-02-13-181428_syon.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1676312068&s=e180a258e4c7b82f0afd0910018ce663)
Gilda Tchao '21
Gilda graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2021 with a degree in Biology. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was the Dubbing Ceremony. Gilda works as a Medical Assistant at Fort Worth Dermatology.
![Photo of Justin Ward '04 Photo of Justin Ward '04](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Justin-Ward.jpeg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705506200&s=126aad72ee20fb98742280ce283466d2)
Justin Ward '04
Justin Ward graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2004 with a degree in Business. His favorite tradition is Crusader Knight. Justin works as an Optometrist. He is married to Sarah, and they have two children.
![Photo of Rodney Ward ’88, M.Ed. ‘20 Photo of Rodney Ward ’88, M.Ed. ‘20](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Rodney.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705506137&s=b53d96a6b7c7f886cbdf751d679716f3)
Rodney Ward ’88, M.Ed. ‘20
Rodney graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 1988 with a degree in Business Administration and 2020 with a Master’s in Education Administration. He currently lives in Belton.
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Andrew White '10
Andrew graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2010 with a degree in Exercise Science. His favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was the Dubbing Ceremony. Andrew works as a Vice President in construction. He is married to Miranda, class of 2012.
Karolyn Whitis '68
Karolyn graduated from Mary Hardin-Baylor in 1968 with a degree in Chemistry. She has no favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition because she loved them all. Karolyn is retired. She is married to Dillard, a campus boy, and they have two children.
Young Alumni Board Members
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Alyssa Hanson ’15
Young Alumni Board President
Alyssa graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2015 with a degree in Music. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ traditions were the Miss Mary Hardin-Baylor Pageant and Easter Pageant. Alyssa works as an Event and Wedding Coordinator. She is married to Jonathan, class of 2014 and 2017.
![Photo of Anthony Avila '23 Photo of Anthony Avila '23](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Anthony.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705506528&s=752eb03584484bffc664fb5671f36dd3)
Anthony Avila '23
Anthony Avila graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2023 with a degree in Physical Education. His favorite tradition is Pancake Supper. Anthony works as a High School Teacher and Coach. He is engaged to Madeleine ‘24.
![Photo of Ellie Ball '20 Photo of Ellie Ball '20](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Ellie.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705506567&s=0e725935f8e52dadef46eb4c28449c37)
Ellie Ball '20
Ellie graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2020 with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing. She currently lives in Belton.
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Ashton Bardales '14
Ashton graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2014 with a degree in Nursing. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was the Easter Pageant. Ashton works as a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse. She is married to Josh.
![Photo of Kevin Bickling '16 Photo of Kevin Bickling '16](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Kevin.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705506681&s=0aa413ffa37846e388eb68e6b8a9a821)
Kevin Bickling '16
Kevin graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2016 with a degree in Computer Science.
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Seth Blankenship '20
Seth Blankenship graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2020 with a degree in Pre-Physical Therapy in Exercise & Sport Science. His favorite tradition is Easter Pageant & Welcome Week. Seth works as a Physical Therapist. He is married to Lauren ‘20.
![Photo of Kaylee Blumenfeld ‘18, M.S. '22 Photo of Kaylee Blumenfeld ‘18, M.S. '22](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/9E4EE715-F1D6-4528-AFFD-4CFEADE54445.jpeg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1676901753&s=933d3afa5e5043814909a602cde0e92b)
Kaylee Blumenfeld ‘18, M.S. '22
Kaylee graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2018 with a degree in Mass Communications and 2022 with a Master’s in Management. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was Welcome Week. Kaylee is the supervisor for Event Services at Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥.
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Connor Buchanan '12
Connor graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2012 with a degree in Psychology. He currently lives in Hewitt.
![Photo of David Castles '21 Photo of David Castles '21](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/David.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1677530580&s=5fd22b2741ca9cfed30a192d132ff854)
David Castles '21
David graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2021 with a degree in Business Management. His favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was the Homecoming Pep Rally. David works as a Financial Data analyst. He is married to Kayla, class of 2021.
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Elleny Eldridge ‘19
Elleny graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2019 with a degree in Education. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was Welcome Week. Elleny works as a secondary teacher at Covenant Christian School. She is married to Jacob.
Katilee Jacobson '13
Katilee graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2013 with a degree in Pre-Physical Therapy. Her favorite Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ tradition was Easter Pageant, and her appreciation for it grows yearly. Katilee works as an Acute Care Physical Therapist. She is married to Taylor, and they have one child.
![Photo of Kendall Mahan '20 Photo of Kendall Mahan '20](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Kendall2.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1676312791&s=36a07355972523ce0d76e29f8190824d)
Kendall Mahan '20
Kendall graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2020 with a degree in Business Management. Her favorite tradition was Homecoming. Kendall works as Director of Business Development and Marketing. She is married to Jace, class of 2020.
![Photo of Charlotte Miller '20 Photo of Charlotte Miller '20](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Charlotte-Miller.jpeg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705518362&s=3d30156a069950adaf869942347ee77e)
Charlotte Miller '20
Charlotte Miller graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2020 with a degree in Accounting. Her favorite tradition is Stunt Night. Charlotte works as an Accountant.
![Photo of Stephen Rowe '21 Photo of Stephen Rowe '21](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Stephen_2024-01-17-190446_sjvw.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705518287&s=eecda78c617d7bba07699c9d347c6896)
Stephen Rowe '21
Stephen graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2021 with a degree in Business Administration and Management and, in 2022, with a Master's in Accounting. He currently lives in Texas City.
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Ange Rugira '23
Ange Rugira graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2023 with a degree in General Studies. Her favorite tradition is Easter Pageant. Ange works as a Young Life staff member.
![Photo of Garrett Smith '22, M.Ed. '23 Photo of Garrett Smith '22, M.Ed. '23](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Garrett-Smith-December-2023.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705518088&s=90aa87a630aec34a04481d631f7dfce8)
Garrett Smith '22, M.Ed. '23
Garrett Smith graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2022 with a degree in History, and he is currently enrolled in the Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ Doctoral Program for Education. His favorite tradition is Homecoming. Garrett is working as a Graduate Assistant at Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ College of Education.
![Photo of Bryce Trull '22 Photo of Bryce Trull '22](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Bryce.jpeg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1676312864&s=6962bcea693c4d65ec5475c548f1099e)
Bryce Trull '22
Bryce Trull graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2022 with a degree in Multimedia and Information Technology. His favorite tradition is Stunt Night. Bryce works as a High School Educator.
![Photo of Lauren Garcia Villarreal '16, MSOT '22 Photo of Lauren Garcia Villarreal '16, MSOT '22](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Lauren-Villarreal.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1706883971&s=a2748f40e0405abe6f76426d4c5f2305)
Lauren Garcia Villarreal '16, MSOT '22
Lauren graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2016 with a degree in Psychology. Her favorite tradition is Revival. Lauren works as a Talent Operations Specialist. She is married to Daniel ‘15, and they have one son.
![Photo of Sarah Wong '18 Photo of Sarah Wong '18](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Sarah-Wong.jpg?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705517759&s=9079f5c3fe3f113eab9d1d7dfa28f50e)
Sarah Wong '18
Sarah Wong graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2018 with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies Education. Her favorite tradition is tied with Miss MHB, Easter Pageant, and Stunt Night. Sarah works as a Special Needs Ministry Coordinator in Little Rock, Arkansas.
![Photo of Javier Zaragoza ’17, M.S. ‘20 Photo of Javier Zaragoza ’17, M.S. ‘20](https://university-mhb.transforms.svdcdn.com/production/assets/Alumni/Javier-Zaragoza.png?w=450&h=450&q=82&fm=jpg&fit=crop&dm=1705517706&s=34619840a6221f25368d91596d7c628d)
Javier Zaragoza ’17, M.S. ‘20
Javier Zaragoza graduated from Â鶹ÊÓƵֱ²¥ in 2017 with a degree in Exercise Physiology. His favorite tradition is Play Day. Javier works as a Human Performance Technician. He is married to Mary ‘18, and they have one son.
Contact Information
Location: Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House
Address: 900 College Street, Box 8427 • Belton, TX 76513
Office Hours: M-F • 8am-5pm
alumni@umhb.edu • Phone: (254) 295-4599
Page last updated March 19, 2024