Month: September 2025

Dyer’s Path to Purpose

by Caylin Anderson The roar of engines echoed from across the Iraqi desert as convoys rolled through Camp Taji. In the middle of the chaos was a young communications specialist named Tristan Dyer, carrying more than just radio equipment. Dyer took the stories of his fellow soldiers, stories that the world might never hear unless…

Finding Family Through Stage Managing

by Michelle Cates Senior Kattie Smith is no stranger to a set piece. Though they originally attended Young Harris College and North Georgia Tech, they ultimately couldn’t resist the familiar pull of Piedmont. Growing up, Smith watched their grandparents participate in Piedmont’s chorale and, similarly, an influential theatre teacher in their life was a Piedmont…

Professor Lindsay Dilbeck has too many precious Piedmont memories to pick just one

This summer, we asked Piedmont faculty to answer a simple prompt: tell a story that matters to you. Today we highlight Professor Lindsay Dilbeck, whose smile and spirit brighten the athletic training program every day. She has so many moments to share — read on to enjoy her stories! Disaster Drill teaches preparedness, collaboration, and “adulting”…

Harris Brings Decades of Leadership Ability to Piedmont’s Chief Financial Role

Piedmont University has welcomed Kristie Harris as the new Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. With more than two decades of leadership experience in higher education finance and human resources, Harris brings both strategic expertise and a deep commitment to students. In this Q&A, she shares what drew her to Piedmont, her philosophy on financial stewardship,…

37th Annual Coach Cave Memorial Golf Tournament Raises Funds (and Fun) for Piedmont Athletics

Gorgeous clear skies and warm weather set the scene at tee time for the 37th Annual Coach Cave Memorial Golf Tournament, held September 2 at The Orchard Golf and Country Club. The tournament saw teams from a variety of organizations compete and help raise funds for Piedmont University athletics. Highlights included a visit from Charity…