2010s Alumni Updates
Below are archived updates for alumni graduating in the 2010s, ordered by graduation year. Visit the Recent Alumni Updates page for current news.
Jenn McFaden '09 (BS)- Living in Winston-Salem NC, working as a RN at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. Currently working as a critical care transport nurse with the Pediatric and Neonatal team. Getting married in September to the most wonderful guy ever, and very excited to bring him to Williamsburg at some point to visit! (1/17)
Elizabeth Brigham '10 (BS) - I graduated from Penn State College of Medicine in 2015 and will be starting my Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship at Johns Hopkins in July of 2019.(6/19)
Kimberly Milliff '10 (Minor)- I was a Psychology Major and Kinesiology minor, graduating in 2010. I completed a Master's of Science in Medical Science at Hampton University in 2013, and have since begin my first year as an osteopathic medical student at Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, VA. My experiences with the kinesiology department at William and Mary provided such a strong foundation for my pursuits in the health field. I continue to utilize the knowledge and experiences provided to me during my time engaged in kinesiology courses at the College of William and Mary.(9/13)
Brittany Vallette '10 (BS)- Starting 2nd year of PhD in Molecular Biomedical Sciences at NC State (5/16)
Greg Grosicki '11 (BS)- I graduated in May with a PhD in Human Bioenergetics from Ball State University and I have since moved to Boston where I have accepted a postdoc position in the lab of Dr. Roger Fielding, studying exercise and nutritional interventions for skeletal muscle aimed at preventing skeletal muscle dysfunction and improving quality of life in older adults. (5/17)
Jillian Jackson '11 (BS)- After graduating from the Colorado School of Public Health, I have been working with the University of Colorado Health system as a health educator and researcher for the Healthy Hearts program, a prevention program in Northern Colorado. I serve as the nutrition expert on a diverse team of health professionals that enter elementary and high schools for the purpose of heart health education and cholesterol screenings. (11/14)
Courtney Sutton '11 (BS)- I graduated from James Madison University with my Masters of Exercise Science (concentration in Clinical Exercise Physiology) in May 2014. For a few months I worked at Emory University as a Wellness Programmer for faculty and staff. I have recently started teaching full-time at Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA, as a Clinical Instructor in the Kinesiology and Health Department. I am teaching Clinical Exercise Physiology, Health/Wellness, and overseeing internships. Additionally, I am currently working on publishing my masters thesis. (9/14)
Courtney Sutton '11 (BS)- After graduating from W&M, I worked at a physical therapy clinic in Williamsburg as an Exercise Specialist for one year. I'm now currently one semester away from graduating with my Masters of Exercise Science from James Madison University. The concentration is in Clinical Exercise Physiology. I have a graduate teaching assistantship here which pays for my tuition and I receive a stipend (I strongly suggest this program if anyone is interested)! I'm hoping to land a job as an Exercise Physiologist in Cardiac Rehab in Atlanta, GA! Go Tribe!(12/13)
Darcy (Hayes) Yohnka '11 (BS)- I got married this fall! Updating the last name and email address. (12/17)
Kelly Fini '12 (BS)- Kelly has just earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Virginia Commonwealth university. (6/15)
Sophia Corrigan '13 (BS)- In March 2015, I will be starting the Physician Assistant program at Weill Cornell Medical College in NYC. (12/14)
Tina Fischel '13 (BS)- I am working as an RN at the University of Colorado Hospital (Anschutz Medical Campus) in Denver, Colorado on the Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant unit. I will be presenting an evidence-based practice project with several other new graduate nurses on the effectiveness (and cost-effectiveness) of scalp cooling therapy in the prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia. But my even more exciting news is that I am slated to start volunteering at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science at the end of this year! I will be stationed in the Expedition Health exhibit (http://www.dmns.org/exhibitions/current-exhibitions/expedition-health/), which chronicles the journey up Mt. Evans and the body's response to the altitude and elements (probably of great interest to Professor Kambis). The exhibit is extremely interactive and covers topics from muscles to urine excretion to sun exposure to biofeedback to gait. I'll have the opportunity to set up informational carts throughout the exhibit, supervise mini experiments, and potentially become a citizen scientist in the lab! Right now they're studying the genetics of sour taste. I'm so excited to be getting involved with the community, science, teaching, and fun! All are welcome to come visit. (11/16)
Roger Hopper '13 (BS) - Leia Lautzenheiser, Kinesiology and Health Sciences class of 2014, and I won first overall female and male at the 2018 Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon on November 18th, 2018. (11/18)
Caitlyn McPeters '13 (BS)-I will be 1 of 30 in the first graduating class from the Physician Assistant Program at Emory & Henry College! Once I graduate, I will have a Bachelor's and 2 Master's degrees as well as multiple experiences in the medical field, including EMT certification and work experience as a Bracing Specialist at OrthoVirginia. I appreciate all the encouragement and advice I received from professors, particularly Prof. Deschenes, Prof. Harris, and Prof Looft-Wilson, and support from students at W&M. There is no way I would be where I am without their positive influences. On to another college of knowledge with an ampersand!(2/17)
Kevin Orndorff '13 (BS)- I recently (12/2017) graduated with my BSN and just last week passed the NCLEX. I will begin work at the end of February at Children's National Medical Center in DC working for their Cardiac ICU as an RN. (2/18)
Kevin Orndorff '13 (BS)- I've been working as a scribe in a cardiology office since this past April and have been learning a lot about the heart and being a doctor. (9/14)
Tara (Ruiz) Toombs '13 (BS)- Accepted into the Master of Occupational Therapy program at the University of St. Augustine in San Marcos, CA. This two year accelerated program begins in May. (3/16)
Katherine Graap '14 (BS) - I moved to Washington, DC. I am currently working as a Research Nurse with the hematologic malignancies/CAR T-cell therapy group in the Pediatric Oncology Branch at the National Cancer Institute. I have returned to school part-time to get my master’s in Clinical Research Administration at George Washington University. (6/19)
Katherine Graap '14 (BS)- I am currently living in Baltimore, Maryland working at the Johns Hopkins Hospital as a registered nurse in the adult leukemia program. Outside of work, I have gotten into Crossfit and am enjoying the Stanley Cup Playoffs.(4/17)
Kevin Minner '14 (BS)- Things have taken off since I left William and Mary over a year ago. I began my Master's in Science of Occupational Therapy in September at Boston University. I have excelled in the program and know that I have found what I want to do with my life. I had a conversation with Dr. Kambis my senior year about pursuing a doctorate degree and he told me to do it ASAP because I may regret having to go back to school later on. Well, I took his advice and applied and was accepted into the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program at Boston University. Classes have begun and I am thrilled with my decision. So by 2018, I will have my MSOT and OTD degrees. Thank you to all my professors in the Kines department! I wouldn't have made it here without you! (6/15)
Jorge Parra '14 (BS) - I have completed a Master of Arts in Medical Sciences at Heritage University with a 4.0 GPA and will be attending Pacific North West University of Health Sciences For Medical school beginning next fall in their Doctor of Osteopathic medicine program. (5/18)
Whitney Shephard '14 (BS)-I am currently serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA in Washington, DC. When my term ends in August, I will begin graduate school at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health studying Sociomedical Sciences, with a certificate in Global Health. (2/15)
Jyness Williams '14 (BS)- I am currently completing my first year at VCU School of Pharmacy. I will embark on my first of several rotations in May at the Whitman-Walker Clinic in Washington DC. (3/16)
Alex Court '15 (BS)- I traded my cap and gown for a polo and name tag at my new job in my hometown of Vienna, VA. I am an adminstrative assistant at Ascend Physical Therapy and Wellness where each day is filled with challenges and surprises. I absolutely love my job, it's helping save up for graduate school next year. We also have had a few William and Mary Alums stop by for treatment, and I met some young folks who are now Freshmen at the College. Have a terrific Fall semester W&M! I can't wait to see you all at the Homecoming tent. (9/15)
Sarah Girgis '15 (BS) - I just graduated from Barry University with a master's in Biomedical Sciences and will be pursuing admission into medical school next. (5/18)
Sarah Girgis '15 (BS)- I am currently an AmeriCorps member working at Capital Area Food Bank located in Washington, D.C. I am a program coordinator for an education program called Cooking Matters. AmeriCorps is an awesome opportunity to gain experience and practice networking and management skills in pretty much any area of interest. I love the work that I'm doing in the public health field here, and I know that a lot of William and Mary students would thrive in programs such as these. (3/16)
Inanje Mintz '15 (BS)- Inanje Mintz was accepted into the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Public Health Associate Program. She will be working on emergency preparedness and the prevention of infectious disease at the CDC Quarantine Station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (9/15)
Caroline Ulich '15 (BS) - Graduated from Shenandoah University’s PA Program in December 2018.
Now employed at Winchester Medical Center in the Emergency Department. (9/19)
Caroline Ulich '15 (BS) - Graduated from Shenandoah University with a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies on December 15, 2018, and passed the PA National Cerification Exam the following month. (2/19)
Muhammad "Talha" Amjad '16 (BS) - I am currently a third-year medical student in KY. I want to thank the department of Kinesology as it fueled my interest in Sports Medicine. Hope everyone is doing well! (Shout out to Dr. McCoy for getting me through Anatomy!!) (2/19)
Esther Byrd '16 (BS) - I graduated from Queens University of Charlotte in May with a BS in Nursing (BSN) as a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. I have also successfully passed my boards and will be starting a job as an RN in the Emergency Department for Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC in July.(6/19)
Esty Byrd '16 (BS) - I am finishing up my ABSN at the Presbyterian School of Nursing at Queens University of Charlotte and will graduate in May. (11/18)
Lauren Donahue '17 (BS)- I have started working full-time at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates in Wellesley, MA as a medical assistant! I have already shared this good news with Professor Deschenes and Dr McCoy but I thought it would be good to add to this, too. I'm working in the surgical specialties department, spending time in the cardiology, podiatry, and dermatology units! I'm learning a lot and really thriving. (9/17)
