Member Updates

Spring 2006
Carol Spruill (Beta) is expecting her first child with her husband Shannon. The due date is set for September 25th. Her husband is working at Jackson County High School teaching Agriculture Education. Carol is staying at home working on their horse boarding farm.
Jamie Palmer Wise (Delta)-This past December Jamie started as an accountant technician for the USDA-Agriculture Research Service in Tifton. She and her husband recently purchased a house in Tifton, and her husband is working to get his Master's here at UGA.

Fall 2005
Meredith Barrs Potter (Delta) is working in Madison in Morgan County as the Family and Consumer Sciences Cooperative Extension agent. She graduated from Emory's dietetic intership program, passed the national boards, and became a Registered Dietitian. She married Phillip Potter October 1st. Her husband is finishing his Master in Education Administration. They live in Athens, and is planning on attending Grad school this upcoming year.
Aimee deBlanc (Gamma) was engaged to Lee Vaughn on November 25th. They plan to be married in 2007 after Aimee graduates.
Carrie Lynn Fowler (Charter) gave birth to her first son James Presley Fowler on November 19th. He weighed 7 lbs, 1 oz and was 19 and 3/4 inches long.
Juli Fields (Advisor) was appointed as the Director of Alumni Programs for CAES.
Stephany Shinpock Reagan (Charter) works for the Jackson County Health Department as an Environmental Health Specialist. She is also working on her Master's in Public Health at Mercer University.
Terri Cameron (Beta) finished her Master's Degree in Adult Education from UGA in August. She and her boyfriend of five and a half years were engaged on June 29th and plan to be married on March 4th, 2006.
Jeannie Simpson (Beta) is getting married to Kevin on December 17th, 2005 in Knoxville, Tennesse. The following is their story Jeannie's Engagement
April Roberson (Beta) finished her Master's Degree in Agriculture Leadership in May, and moved to Destin, Florida. She is now working for Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort were she is managing one of their properties. She very recently accepted a job as a Marketing Agent with Intrawest Resorts which will enable her to travel to their various resorts around the world.
Laura Hicks Vines (Charter) is now living in Michigan where her husband is attending law school at Thomas M Cooley and she is attending Michigan State. She is planning on taking her PhD comps and is researching the use of bacteria in yogurt to treat disease.
Kasey Mixson (Beta) now lives in Dublin, GA where she has just entered her second year of teaching agriculture at East Laurens High School and serving as one of their FFA advisors.
Aimee deBlanc (Gamma) is starting the equine therapy program at Midway College in August. She is currently working at Riddle Equine Hospital and was recently promoted to supervisor after working for only six months!! She is still with Lee Vaughn, and after she finishes her equine therapy program in Kentucky, they will be moving back to Georgia, and she may apply to the Vet School.
Meredith Barrs (Delta) was engaged to Phillip Potter, their wedding is planned for October.
Stacie Odum (Delta) is approaching her third year of teaching in Richmond County at Cross Creek High School. She is working on her master's degree in instructional technology from Troy University-Augusta, and plans to graduate in September of this year. She currently lives in Thomson, Ga and is a member of Thomson Junior Women's Club promoting agriculture.
Carrie Lynn Fowler is expecting her first child November 22nd. She and her husband will also be moving to Maysville in August, her husband plans to
restart his landscaping company and she hopes to remain with the Soil and Water Conservation Comission in Athens.
Stacie Odum (Delta) and Lee were engaged and have scheduled their marriage for June 24th, 2006. The following link is her beautiful story Stacie's Engagement
Jeannie Hutchinson (Eta) and DJ were married on October 1, 2005. Jeannie is currently student teaching in Perry.
Kathryn Hulst (Gamma) and Scott Newman were married on November 5th. Congratulations!
Megan Morris (Advisor) has taken a new job as Director of Development and Public Relations at Morgan Memorial Hospital. Congratulations Megan!
Dr. Maria Navarro was recently activated as one of our advisors. We're excited about her joining us and the asset that she will be to our chapter!

Spring 2005
Mary Anna Parsons (Charter)- Mary Ann is now our newest Sigma Alpha Advisor. Thank you for all you do, we are excited about you joining us.
Nicole Grier (Alpha Class) and CJ are engaged. They are considering a June or July wedding. All Sigma Alpha sisters are invited. More details soon!
Lindsey M. Creasy (Beta) and Jay G. Creamer will be married on Saturday, April 16, 2005 at 3:00pm at Nevils United Methodist Church.
Jamie Palmer Wise (Delta) - Jamie has taught this past year at Upson-Lee Middle school. Her husband Aaron getting his Master's in Crop & Soil Scinece so they are moving back to Athens.
Abby Spruill (Gamma) and Cliff Tippens were married May 28, 2005. They currently live in Barrow County and Abby is now teaching Agricultural Education at Oconee County High School.
Katie Davis (Gamma)and Kent Huff were married on July 30, 2005 at Watkinsville First Baptist Church. They currently live in Elberton, GA.
Amber Crowe (Epsilon) and Scott Stanfill are engaged to be married! The ceremony will be held June 10, 2006 at 6:00 pm at Antioch Christian Church in Watkinsville.

Fall 2004
Congratuations to our graduating seniors: Britney Foster and Molly Freeman!! We'll miss you!!
Terri Kimble (Charter) transferred into the Center for International Education at Columbus State University in December 2004 as Administrative Coordinator. She primarily works with the study abroad programs. Terri also serves as President of Westminster Fellowship and has worked very hard the last few months on opening a campus ministry center in uptown Columbus. The "Abbey" opened on Feb. 27, and she'd love to show it to you if you're in town! (www.wf-csu.org)
Katie Davis (Gamma) and Kent are engaged! Katie said..."He completely surprised me this past Sunday (11/13) as I had no clue what his plans were for the day. We went to church, then out to lunch with some friends, and then he wanted to go walk on North Campus. This was nothing out of the ordinary for us because we both love just being on campus so much. We walked all over north campus and finally were coming back to my car when there in front of the chapel, under all the trees, started talking about how long we had been together, how much we had grown together in our relationship together and our relationship with God, then he started tearing up! At this point, I caught on to what was fixing to happen and started crying myself! We were both crying and he got down on his knee! Of course I said yes! He had asked my parents the day before and even took my sister Karrie with him to help pick out the ring! That made me cry even more when I found out because I am so close to my family! It was a wonderful day! We are both extremely excited!! Next July, we think the 30 is the date, and the wedding will be here in Watkinsville! Of course, all of you are invited!" Congratulations Katie and Kent!
Molly Freeman (Gamma) has a new job as a Project Officer in the Region EPA office in downtown Atlanta! "I will be in the Air Division/ Pesticides section and work with one of the region states to enforce Federal Pesticides laws in that state. I will also be able to work with other region projects in public outreach, etc. I will be starting January 24, following the end of my internship here at Disney the beginning of January. I can still be contacted at my uga mail account and cell number." Congratulations on your new job Molly!
Lisa Gibson Murphree (Beta) is expecting a baby boy the end of January or the first of February. Lisa and Ken's new baby will be named Kenneth Payne Murphree. Congratulations Lisa!
Mandy Wingate (Charter) is engaged! Kevin proposed Friday, November 12, at the Moose Lodge in Moultrie. Her parents were there and she is very excited as you can imagine. They have not set a date yet but she will let us know soon!
Terri Cameron (Beta) "I wanted to let everyone know that I have a new address! I have moved into a nice house out in the country and am LOVING IT! My new address is in Blakely, Georgia. I am still working with the Extension Service in Early County, and am also working on a Master's degree in Adult Education (UGA's online program) and if all goes well, I will finish in August of 2005. I have been also working the past couple of months at getting my very own herd of cows together, and that has been so much fun! Obviously, I stay VERY busy, but I love the challenges!"
Valerie Blair (Beta) "I have been working with the Central Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America for 4 weeks now and I love it. I am the District Executive for the Oconee District (which includes Milledgeville and 5 other counties). My main responsibilities are recruiting membership and fund-raising. Coby and I will be living in Milledgeville once we are married. Everything is just falling in to place for us and I am so thankful. If you will be attending the wedding, please email me so that I can have an acurate number of guests. Hope to see you there!"
Jennifer Chamier (Epsilon) "I'm engaged to Matthew Manous from Canton, GA. I met him here at UGA as an undergraduate through a mutual friend. We were
friends for two years and started dating two and a half years ago. When in the summer of 2003, he proposed. I was shocked. We've been engaged now for 1.5 years (Oh goodness, did I just write 1.5? Must be his computer science degree rubbing off on me.) The wedding is set for January 2nd, 2005 at 4:30 at Vines Botanical Garden Manor in Loganville GA. Of course all you Sigma Alpha girls are invited. Okay well, I think that covers all the details. Hope you can make it.
Please e-mail me if you think you might be able to attend the wedding." Congratulations Jennifer!
Molly Freeman (Gamma) "I am working this summer at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Orlando as an Educational Presenter. It is a 6 month internship and I work 5 days a week from 8-5, but the similarities to an office job end there. Basically what I do is talk with guests all day about all types of conservation issues from littering to poaching. My group is in charge of staffing several animal exhibits in the park (like Gibbons, Anteater and Babirusa) and also the Kid's Discovery Club locations throughout the park (mostly for kids age 3-9 to learn about conservation issues through a variety of interactive activities). I speak with about 1,000+- people everyday from all over the world- a truly awesome experience. Look me up if you are down at Disney this summer. Some of you might like to know about how to apply for this internship in the future - just let me know."
Linda Purvis (Beta) "I wanted to inform the girls of my latest news. As you know I work for the University in the department of Avian Medicine. I just recieved my acceptance for fall 2004 admission to the graduate school here at UGA. I will be pursuing a Master's degree in the department of Medical Microbiology with a major in Infectious Diseases. I will continue with my job, and attend grad school part time. I am very excited about this and couldn't wait to share the news!" Congratulations on your acceptance Linda!
Karla Carter (Gamma) sent the following message "On Jan. 15th, Daniel Mallard and I are going to be married! We met at church, doing Vacation Bible School. On July 10th he went to the beach with my family. While walking on the beach that Saturday night we sat down for a talk. I thought it was just a talk. In part of the conversation he asked if I loved him enough to marry him, I said yes. He then looked in his lap and I followed his gaze, and there the ring was." Congratulations Karla!
Leslie Parrish (Epsilon) sent the following message: "I just wanted to let all of you know that Justin and I are engaged. Justin proposed to me on June 25th at the gardens of the Athens Welcome Center and I graciously accepted.What a joy it would be for you to attend our wedding at the State Botanical Gardens on April 2nd, 2005." Congratulations Leslie and Justin! (Check out the whole storyhere.)
Abby Spruill (Gamma) sent the following message: "As much as I always dreamed about having a candle ceremony and revealing ya'll the good news of me marrying the man of my dreams to all my sisters, it seems that Cliff just couldn't get the timing right - because he asked me on this past Saturday!! He took me up to Amicalola falls to "catch bugs" for our entomology class and we hiked to the top. Once we cooled off and talked a while, he proposed to me at the overlook to the falls. This was also the site of our first date but I had NO clue that we were doing any more than bug hunting that day! We are both extremely happy and still a little in shock!! Anyways, we are planning the big day for May 21st (or possibly the 28th) - which is right after I graduate!" Congratulations Abby and Cliff! (Check out the whole story here.)
Raina Brathwaite (Beta) recently had a baby boy! His name is Devin, and Raina is currently working on her MBA in management. Congratulations Raina!
Aimee deBlanc (Gamma) is doing well and is in Kentucky at Midway College. She's an Equine Therapy degree student. Best of luck, we're proud of you Aimee!

Spring 2004
Emily Tyson (Beta) sent the following message: "My best friend of over four years and boyfriend of two years, Blake Nesmith, and I became engaged on Christmas Eve, 2003. We have set our wedding date for June 11, 2005 in Statesboro, GA. All of my sisters are (of course!) invited and I will sent out more details closer to the date. The not-so-short-version for the detail-loving folks out there can be found here.
Aimee deBlanc (Gamma) is currently in Ocala, FL. She finished her working student position in January and will start school again in August. Aimee has been accepted into Midway College in Midway, KY near Lexington and will most likely move there in June or July. She's majoring in Equine Management/Equine Therapy. She and her dog Justice are doing very well in Florida with her two horses. Her e-mail address is: Stormineventer@aol.com
Valerie Blair (Beta) sent the following message: "Coby and I got engaged on Dec. 23, 2003. It was a wonderful Christmas surprise. He proposed while we were ice skating in Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park. He actually proposed on the ice! We had stopped to take a break and he pulled a tissue out of his pocket and offered it to me. I said no I'm ok but he handed to me anyway. The ring was wrapped inside! Needless to say, I really did need the tissue to wipe away my tears!!!! It was wonderful! The wedding will be October 23, 2004 at 4:00 in Milledgeville at the First Baptist Church. An outside reception will follow at my home, 585 Meriweather Rd. in Milledgeville. I really hope everyone will be able to come!! Valerie"
Jamie Palmer (Delta) was recently engaged! Jamie said... "I just wanted to let everyone know that Aaron and I are engaged. He proposed Friday night (Feb. 20) and yes he got down on one knee. The wedding is set for September 11, 2004 at Christian Life Worship Center in Athens, Georgia. So mark the date now. We are so excited and hope that your blessings and prayers are with us." Congratulaions Jamie!
Sharon Rogers Woods (Charter) is the PR Coordinator for the Georgia Society of CPAs in Buckhead. In December, Sharon and her husband Jeremy celebrated their one year anniversary as homeowners! They currently reside in Acworth, GA. In January 2004, she became a Southern Living at Home Consultant.
Terri Kimble (Charter)- works for the Vice President of Academic Affairs at Columbus State University. She's also back in school at CSU's D. Abbott Turner College of Business, as well as working with CSU's Westminster Fellowship. To more current news on Terri, visit her website at www.geocities.com/yonah713.
Mila Shah (Charter) will be doing medical research for medical school in London for a year starting in August this year. She will be living in London for a year or more until her research is done. Mila sent the following message: I wanted to let you guys know that I'll be doing medical research for medical school in London for a year starting in August this year. So, if anyone travels please know you are more than welcome to stop by and see me if you are every passing through London. I'll be living in London for a year or more until my research is done. I'll send my contact information as the time gets closer just in case anyone is ever out my way. I'm sure in a year it will be nice to see some friendly faces. Let me hear from you. You can reach me now at mshah2002@hotmail.com
Cheryl Patterson (Beta) is teaching agriculture in the beautiful mountains of Murray County in Chatsworth, GA at Gladden Middle School. Cheryl sent the following statement: Chris and I are diligently planning our wedding which is set for June 27, 2004 at the Gordon-Lee Mansion in Chickamauga, GA (it is a beautiful antebellum home). The wedding is an outdoor garden ceremony and as of right now, the only thing that I'm searching for is a string quartet-the only thing that I'm finding is the Chattanooga symphony which I will owe my fist child to if I hire them!!! Anyway, everything is going great and of course, Sigma Alpha is invited and I would love to see them all there! I didn't realize just exactly how much I would miss everyone and unfortunately, due to my schedule, I never can seem to make it to anything! Hopefully, I'll be able to make it to the next alumni meeting! If any of you would like to contact me, my e-mail is gracielil@hotmail.com
Carol Spruill(Beta) married Shannon Lawrence on June 5, 2004. Congratulations Carol!

Fall 2003
Laura (Hicks) Vines (Charter) and her husband, Johnny Vines, recently celebreated their two-year wedding anniversary this past Spring. Laura first graduated from UGA in the Spring of 2001 and is back working on her Master's Degree in Food Science. Afterward she will be seeking to obtain her PhD, if the Lord is willing, at Iowa State. Congratulations and Best Wishes Laura!
December 2003 graduates were Ashli Metts (Gamma) and Lindsey Creasy (Beta). Congratulations girls! We will miss you both!
Linda Purvis (Beta) has recently changed jobs and is now back here at UGA working in the Avian medicine department.
Myria DeHaven (Delta) was married to Aaron Shipman on November 22, 2003 on board the S.S. Explorer of the Seas. Congratulations Myria!
Carrielynn Presley Fowler (Charter) was married to Jim Fowler on November 1st, 2003 at Maysvile Baptist Church in Maysville, Georgia. They will be living in Madison, and Carrielynn is finishing her Masters in Environmental Economics here at UGA.
Katie Osborn Woodall (Beta) began November 10th working for Walton Electric Membership Corporation as a Communication Specialist. She is working at the Monroe office with Sonny Turner and Greg Brooks, and will be supporting the co-op's communication's program which includes contributing articles/photos to the co-op's monthly newsletter and employee newsletter, covering events and representing the co-op occasionally at trade shows and/or other events.
Carol Spriull (Beta) recently got engaged to Shannon Lawrence. They were engaged in Augusta, Georgia after Carol returned from National Sigma Alpha Convention in Chicago. Their wedding date is set for June 5, 2004 at Bethlehem United Methodist Church.
Krista Jowers (Charter) recently got engaged to Stephen Stapleton. They were engaged in Hope, Arkansas. They have not yet set a wedding date. Krista is attending optometry school in Memphis Tenn.
Mila Shah (Charter) is currently in Med School in New York.
Mary Ann Davis (Charter) is back at UGA in graduate school working on her Masters degree in Ag. Leadership. She is also working as a graduate assistant. Mary Ann and her husband Mike live in their new home in Winder.