This summer, we asked Piedmont faculty to answer a simple prompt: tell a story that matters to you. Today we highlight Dr. Ann Gazell, professor of education and beloved figure on campus. Read on to learn about her journey at Piedmont! My journey with Piedmont University began in the early 2000s when they started offering…
Ask any Piedmont student who’s taken a class with Dr. Michael Friedline, and they’ll likely mention two things: how animated he gets when teaching—and how much he genuinely cares about their success. “I get very animated teaching challenging material,” said Dr. Friedline, associate professor of Neuroscience and Psychology. “I’m not sure anyone learns anything, but…
This summer, we’ve asked some of our Piedmont faculty to answer a simple prompt: tell a story that matters to you. Today’s highlight, Dr. Mark Merges, serves as the Off-Campus Coordinator for our College of Education. Read on for an anecdote from his time at Piedmont! One of the things I value most about Piedmont…
Piedmont University has announced the appointment of Jamie Purdy as its new Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. Purdy is a 2000 graduate of Piedmont College, and a longtime leader within the department. Purdy steps into the position after a decade as the Assistant Director of Athletics and Senior Woman Administrator (SWA), where she has played a vital…
This summer, we’ve asked some of our Piedmont faculty to answer a simple prompt: tell a story that matters to you. Our fourth highlight, Professor Landis Hicks, guides students every day to guide their own students in turn. Her passion for education and her students’ futures shines through her writing. Read on for her thoughts…