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After graduating in spring of 2021, Liz Elliot teaches kids in second grade at Lake City Early Childhood Center.

Alumna Spotlight: Liz Elliot

Lesley Willard , Assistant Editor
October 4, 2021
Homeschooled since the start, Elyanna Bauer is excited to experience conventional class settings and make a name for herself.

Student Spotlight: Elyanna Bauer  

Lesley Willard, Assistant Editor
October 4, 2021
Alvaro Zamora, junior marketing major, works to find success on the field and within the classroom.

Athlete Spotlight: Alvaro Zamora

Melanie Dozier , Staff Writer
October 4, 2021
Gregory Pryor, professor of biology, outlines his multi-faceted life in dazzling detail.

Professor Spotlight: Gregory Pryor

Lesley Willard, Assistant Editor
September 13, 2021
Robert "Harper" Jackson, junior environmental science major, journeys toward the career of his dreams.

Student Spotlight: Harper Jackson

Lesley Willard, Assistant Editor
September 13, 2021
Pearson Mixon, sophomore cross country athlete and track MVP, makes strides toward creating his own legacy at FMU.

Athlete Spotlight: Pearson Mixon

Finn Millians, Co-Editor
September 13, 2021
In his eighteenth year as the head golf coach at FMU, Mark Gaynor works to further his impressive legacy.

Coach Spotlight: Mark Gaynor

Finn Millians, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021
Rising senior forward Faith Allen ends challenging COVID-19 season on a high note and looks forward to the fall.

Athlete Spotlight: Faith Allen

Finn Millians, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021
Jennifer Lyles, an FMU alumna, continues her research in biology while also teaching at her alma mater.

Professor Spotlight: Jennifer Lyles

Cierra Graham, Staff Writer
April 18, 2021
Caroline Floyd has overcome multiple obstacles after complications from a childhood car accident.

Student Spotlight: Caroline Floyd

Lesley Willard, Copy Editor
April 18, 2021
Bryan McLeod creates new opportunities with new class.

Professor Spotlight: Bryan McLeod

Chanelle Hanberry, Staff Writer
March 18, 2021
Le’Darrieus Dunlap is pursuing a career in healthcare so that he can continue helping others.

Student Spotlight: Le’Darrieus Dunlap

Lesley Willard, Staff Writer
March 18, 2021
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