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Alumni News Roundup - October 7, 2026

Charity “Chichi” French Armstrong ’70 honored with 2026 Spirit of Service Award for her work co-founding and work with Ladies Let’s Talk organization.

Melanie Bella ’93 appointed to ProgenyHealth Board of Managers.

Chris Burton is ’09 directs “Hamlet: A Gothic Fantasia” with the Garfield Shakespeare Company in Indianapolis.

Dr. Jac Cooper ’08 joins Blessing Health System.

Noah Droddy ’13 and Stu Newstat ’14 host the “D3 Glory Days” podcast to provide in-depth coverage of NCAA Division III runners.

 William Wayne Farris ’73 featured in Wikipedia.  

David Findlay ’84 honored as Sagamore of the Wabash by Indiana Governor Mike Braun.

Grant Hale ’99 runs for Bartholomew County Commissioner.

Suzanne Hoover ’67 honored by Delta Gamma National Foundation.

Dave Jorgenson ’13 named among Rolling Stone Magazine's “2026 Top 25 Most Influential Content Creators.”

Barbara Kingsolver ’77 writes the touching story of a musician striving to bring the movements of her life together.

Joey Roland ’26 pursues master’s degree and American football at Durham University in the UK.

JaMarcus Shephard ’05 featured for first win as head coach of Oregon State football.

Jasmine Vance ’18 featured in a story about her work with Recovery Cafes.

Posted on: October 7, 2026

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