Student Team

Alayna Anderson

Alayna Anderson is a senior from Plainfield, Illinois majoring in Psychology minoring in Business Cyber Security with a STEM path to a Masters in Business Administration.

In her free time, Alayna loves to play piano, cook, listen to music, play tennis and dance

Alayna’s favorite quote: “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” – Henry Ford

Jackson Babb

Jackson Babb is a sophomore from Aledo, Texas majoring in Graphic Design.

In his free time, Jackson enjoys rock climbing, doing art, and staying active.

Jackson’s favorite quote: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did. So, throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain

Reina Bell

Reina Bell is a junior from Las Vegas, Nevada majoring in Biology minoring in Spanish.

Reina is a part of the Honors College, Achieve Scholars Cohort, Dr. Burress Lab on Functional Morphology and Evolution and Dr. Malaia’s Lab on Neuroscience of Dynamic Cognition. She also volunteers with DCH and the Humane Society of West Alabama.

In her free time, Reina enjoys reading, staying active, hanging out with friends and volunteering.

Dani Blakely

Dani Blakely is a sophomore from Tuscaloosa, Alabama majoring in Social Work.

On campus, she is active in student groups including Students for Justice in Palestine, Treble Chorus and UA Votes Everywhere.

In her free time, Dani enjoys creative activities like singing, dancing, and playing piano, as well as relaxing by cooking and reading outdoors with her pets. Passionate about exploring new places, she often travels across Alabama on weekends. Dani is also deeply involved in her community, volunteering with local organizations such as Jeremiah’s Garden, TROT, and Table of Grace.

Dani’s favorite quote: “One’s life has value so long as one attribute value to the life of others, by means of love, friendship, indignation, and compassion.” -Simone de Beauvoir

Ellison Butler

Ellison Butler is a junior from Oneonta, Alabama majoring in Graphic Design minoring in Public Relations and Advertising.

In her free time, Ellison enjoys baking, painting, reading, sewing, and anything craft related.

Ellison’s favorite quote: “It’s Only Awkward If You Make It Awkward.” – Nawfel Djari

Victoria Campbell

Victoria Campbell is a junior from Fort Lauderdale, Florida majoring in Public Relations and Communications.

Victoria is a part of The Capstone Agency, C&IS Ambassador, Student Government Association, Alabama Athletics, and the 1956 Magazine PR manager.

In her free time, Victoria enjoys hanging out with friends and cooking new recipes.

Victoria’s favorite quote: “You miss 100% of the shots you do not take.”

Eddie Coats Jr.

Eddie Coats Jr. is a junior from Demopolis, Alabama majoring in English Language Art Secondary Education and Theatre.

Eddie is a part of Scope and Blast Academy.

In his free time, Eddie enjoys shopping, watching music videos, and spending time with his dog Max. He is passionate about music. He loves performing and wants it to be in his future.

Eddie’s favorite quote: “The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.”

Blake Ennis

Blake Ennis is a junior from Locus Fork, Alabama majoring in Accounting and Management.

On campus, he is involved with Kesem.

In his free time, Blake enjoys reading, playing basketball, hiking, and grabbing coffee. He also loves music.

Blake’s favorite quote: “Conflict is growth trying to happen.”

Emma Ford

Emma Ford is a junior from Nashville, Tennessee majoring in Public Relations and minoring in General Business and Communications.

Emma is actively involved across campus through student leadership, service, and community engagement. She contributes to organizations such as Alpha Gamma Delta, University Programs, the Camellia Center, and BamaCatholic. Her involvement also includes ambassador roles, student government initiatives, academic honor societies, and campus-wide events like homecoming and Beat Auburn Beat Hunger.

In her free time, Emma enjoys the outdoors, reading, working out, time with friends, and hanging at the pool or lake.

Emma’s Favorite Quote: Proverbs 31:25

Dominic Gatto

Dominic Gatto is a sophomore from Miami, Florida majoring in Graphic Design and minoring in Computing Technologies and Applications.

Dominic is involved in Paws of UA, Theme Park Design Group, and Active Minds UA.

In his free time, Dominic enjoys playing pickleball, taking walks, going new places and creating lasting memories with friends.

Dominic’s favorite quote: “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain!”

Jillian Grisham

Jillian Grisham is a junior from Arab, Alabama majoring in Graphic Design.

Jillian enjoys participating in intramural sports.

In her free time, you can find Jillian volunteering for her church as a small group leader and worship leader.

Jillian’s favorite quote: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Emily Harvey

Emily Harvey is a senior from Monrovia, California majoring in Kinesiology minoring in German.

Emily is a part of Kinesiology club and UA German Club.

In her free time, Emily enjoys sewing, working out, and being outdoors.

Emily’s favorite quote: “You can never be overdressed or overeducated” – Oscar Wilde

Gracelyn Hatchett

Gracelyn Hatchett is a senior from Northport, Alabama majoring in News Media minoring in African American Studies.

Gracelyn is a Lucy’s Legacy mentor and Co-Director of Special Events for UA Homecoming.

In her free time, Gracelyn enjoys hanging out with family and friends.

Gracelyn’s favorite quote: “Keep going… the best is yet to come.” – Gracelyn Hatchett

Ashley Rose Headen

Ashley Rose Headen is a senior from Huntsville, Alabama majoring in Public Health minoring in Psychology.

Ashley is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority INC. and serves as a student admissions ambassador.

In her free time, Ashley enjoys hanging out with friends, cooking, and watching new shows.

Ashley’s favorite quote: “The more you like yourself, the less you are like anyone else, which makes you unique.” – Walt Disney

Tregan Holterman

Tregan Holterman is a senior from Springdale, Arkansas majoring in Consumer Sciences.

Tregan is a part of Reach Student Ministry and Crimson Chaos. He serves as a Resident Advisor and an ambassador for HES.

In his free time, Tregan enjoys cooking, fishing, watching sports and hanging out with friends.

Tregan’s favorite quote: “Be yourself, everyone else is taken” – Oscar Wilde

Charlotte Jager

Charlotte Jager is a sophomore from Arlington, Texas majoring in Marketing with a concentration in Sports Media.

Charlotte is a part of UA Honors College and the Beach Volleyball Club.

In her free time, Charlotte enjoys being creative, hiking, playing volleyball, visiting new restaurants

Charlotte’s favorite quote: “What if it all works out?” – Mel Robbins

Tonio Johnson Jr.

Tonio Johnson Jr. is a senior from Mobile, Alabama majoring in Human Development Family Studies and Entrepreneurship.

Tonio is a part of Blast Academy.

In his free time, Tonio enjoys playing basketball and hanging out with his friends. Tonio is passionate about fashion. He loves to put an outfit together and also go out of his comfort zone and try some new.

Tonio’s favorite quote: “Become the change that you seek!”

Alex Jorns

Alex Jorns is a sophomore from New Orleans, Louisiana majoring in Mathematics.

Alex is involved with Girls Who Code College Loop, Association of Computing Machinery- Women, National Retail Federation Student Association and Randall Research Scholars Program.

In her free time, Alex enjoys practicing aerial arts like silks, trapeze and corde lisse. She also enjoys sewing, crocheting and cooking.

Alex’s favorite quote: “Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved” -Winnie the Pooh

Layla Knopf

Layla Knopf is a junior from St. Louis, Missouri majoring in Graphic Design and minoring in Computer Science.

Layla enjoys intermurals on campus and club soccer.

In his free time, Layla enjoys art and being outdoors.

Layla’s favorite quote: “Treat people with kindness” – Harry Styles

O’mar Liddell

O’mar Liddell is a junior from Birmingham, Alabama majoring in Management Information System.

O’mar is a part of CMISS and BSU.

In his free time, O’mar enjoys playing basketball, reading, listening to music, drawing and exploring.

O’mar’s favorite quote: “I hate perfection. To be perfect is to be unable to improve any further.”

Katy Mahand

Katy Mahand is a junior from Birmingham, Alabama majoring in Public Relations minoring in Women Studies.

Katy is a member of the Women of Excellence and a part of the 1956 PR team.

In her free time, Katy enjoys reading books, making TikTok’s, and trying new restaurants.

Katy’s favorite quote: “I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept.” – Angela Davis

Danii Mallette

Danii Mallette is a junior from Waldorf, Maryland majoring in News Media with a concentration in Sports Media minoring in Art.

Danii is a C&IS Ambassador and BSU Mentor.

In her free time, Danii enjoys reading books and volunteering.

Danii’s favorite quote: “Don’t let the present dictate how you perform in the future.”

Mollie Malone

Mollie Malone is a senior from Toledo, Ohio majoring in Advertising with a minor in sales.

Mollie is a member of Alpha Chi Omega, the Capstone Agency, ONE College Ministry and the Culverhouse recruitment team.

In her free time, Mollie enjoys pickleball, working out, traveling and music.

Mollie’s favorite quote: “Life is a gift and the giver is good.”

Maelle Munnings

Maelle Munnings is a junior from Tampa, Florida majoring in Marketing minoring in Finance.

Maelle is a member of Delta Sigma Pi, LEAD Ambassador, and American Marketing Association.

In her free time, Maelle enjoys art, working out, traveling, and cooking.

Maelle’s favorite quote: “Life isn’t about finding yourself, it’s about creating yourself.”

Joshua Neely

Joshua Neely is a sophomore from Birmingham, Alabama majoring in News Media.

Joshua is a C&IS ambassador and a member of the Capstone Association of Black Journalists, BFSA, and Bridge.

In his free time, Joshua enjoys crocheting. He enjoys playing basketball, tennis and swimming.

Joshua’s favorite quote: “You will not rise to your level of expectation but fall to your level of preparation.”

Maria Payne

Maria Payne is a sophomore from Athens, Georgia majoring in Political Science minoring in News Media.

Maria is a part of Lucy’s Legacy, A- Team Leader, Capstone Association of Black Journalist, B+ Freshman for the kids’ team.

In her free time, Maria enjoys journaling and romanticizing her life to help her better learn about herself and others around her. She is passionate about all things 4-H and committed to making the best of every environment she steps into.

Maria’s favorite quote: “If you don’t bet on yourself, no one else will.” – Ben Silberman

Tiyara Prince

Tiyara Prince is a junior from Somerdale, New Jersey majoring in Political Science and Criminology & Criminal Justice.

Tiyara is a part of Collegiate 100 and Crimson Cheer Club.

In her free time, Tiyara enjoys reading and watching movies.

Tiyara’s favorite quote: “You get in life what you have the courage to ask for” – Maya Angelou 

Kennedy Russell

Kennedy Russell is a senior from Huntsville, Alabama majoring in Criminal Justice and minoring in psychology.

Kennedy is involved with NSLS on campus.

In her free time, Kennedy enjoys hanging out with her friends or self care.

Kennedy’s favorite quote: “Just as you don’t know how you manage to be conscious, how you manage to grow and shape this body of yours, that doesn’t mean to say that you’re not doing it. Equally, you don’t know how the universe shines the stars, constellates the constellations, and galactifies the galaxies—you don’t know. But that doesn’t mean to say that you aren’t doing it in just the same way as you’re breathing without knowing how you breathe.” – Alan Watts

Amar Sessions

Amar Sessions is a junior from Birmingham, Alabama majoring in Business Cybersecurity minoring in Anthropology.

In his free time, Amar enjoys reading, exercising, and watching sports. He is passionate about his faith and learning.

Amar’s favorite quote: “It’s a marathon, not a sprint.”

Michaela Stokes

Michaela Stokes is a sophomore from Gardendale, Alabama majoring in Public Relations and Hospitality Management with a concentration in Sports and Entertainment Events.

Michaela is a member of The Well and PRSSA.

In her free time, Michaela enjoys thrifting, listening to music, spending time with friends and family, and reading. She is very passionate about her faith.

Madison’s favorite quote: “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” – C.S. Lewis

Courtney Stringer

Courtney Stringer is a junior from Calera, Alabama majoring in Accounting minoring in Finance.

Courtney is a part of the SGA Student Affairs Committee and peer tutor.

In her free time, Courtney enjoys crocheting, shopping, reading, and spending time with friends.

Courtney’s favorite quote: “As long as it’s all of us, we can do anything.” – Rick Grimes

Kaylynn Tawbush

Kaylynn Tawbush is a senior from Locust Fork, Alabama majoring in Business Management with a Concentration in Entrepreneurship and minor in Finance.

In her free time, Kaylynn enjoys playing pickleball, running, shopping, and spending time with friends and family.

Kaylynn’s favorite quote: “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Kayrie Weldon

Kayrie Weldon is a senior from Cullman, Alabama majoring in Hospitality minoring in Political Science and Communications with a concentration on Events and Meetings.

Kayrie is a Student Coordinator for the A- Team Leadership Experience, Co-Director of Special Events for UA Homecoming, and a leader at Church at the Oaks.

In her free time, Kayrie enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with friends.

Kayrie’s favorite quote: “Keep Going…The best is yet to come” – Gracelyn Hatchett

Abbye Williams

Abbye Williams is a sophomore from Fort Wayne, Indiana majoring in Marketing.

Abbye is a member of Kappa Alpha Theta, Honors College, Student Alumni Ambassadors, The Well, and Calvary Baptist Church.

In her free time, Abbye enjoys playing the piano, cooking, listening to music, playing tennis, and dancing.

Abbye’s favorite quote: “Being true to yourself never goes out of style.” — Elle Woods

Brooklyn Woods

Brooklyn Woods is a senior from Prattville, Alabama majoring in Communications and minoring in News Media.

Brooklyn is a member of the Student Government Association, Alabama Forensic Council, and Girls Club Alabama. She is an intern for the Holle Center of Communication Arts.

In her free time, Brooklyn loves watching women’s basketball, writing, and spending time with friends.

Brooklyn’s favorite quote: “Girl, you slay!”