Kelly Watkins: A Global Career Built on Curiosity and Leadership
Article originally appeared in the May 2023 Legacy Ledger (Issue 33). -Rex Bickers (FCHS ‘70) Kelly Watkins (FCHS ’84) Kelly Watkins has wanted to travel the world since she took her first (of many) trips to Europe, at age four. That’s when she had her first ideas of becoming a “globalist”. Those dreams coincided with … Continue reading “Kelly Watkins: A Global Career Built on Curiosity and Leadership”
From New Albany to the World: The Legacy of Carol Richert Hart
Article originally appeared in the March 2023 Legacy Ledger (Issue 33). We’re taking a moment to look back on the incredible life and legacy of Carol Richert Hart (NAHS, 1953). Carol’s story is one of curiosity, courage, and service. From her early days as valedictorian at New Albany High School to a global career supporting … Continue reading “From New Albany to the World: The Legacy of Carol Richert Hart”
Diane Baumann Thomas (FCHS ’79): Building Community One Home at a Time
Article originally appeared in the March 2023 Legacy Ledger (Issue 31). -Rex Bickers (FCHS ‘70) Diane Baumann Thomas (FCHS ’79) What’s the best way to become a successful real estate professional? Most people would guess that it’s all about helping others: the obvious example is someone who wants to sell or buy land, a house … Continue reading “Diane Baumann Thomas (FCHS ’79): Building Community One Home at a Time”
David Ruckman (NAHS ’68): Surveyor, Storyteller, and Builder of Community
Article originally appeared in the March 2023 Legacy Ledger (Issue 31). -Rex Bickers (FCHS ‘70) David Ruckman (NAHS ’68) Try describing someone with David’s many talents: surveyor, sculptor, writer and a serious student of history… local, regional and global. You could easily look right over his work in real estate development. Now and again, David … Continue reading “David Ruckman (NAHS ’68): Surveyor, Storyteller, and Builder of Community”
Legacy Lives On: Becky Clifton’s Impact and Journey from NAFC
Article originally appeared in the January 2023 Legacy Ledger (Issue 29). -Rex Bickers (FCHS ‘70) Becky Clifton (NAHS ’84) Staff since 1991 In the fall of 1972, Becky Clifton started first grade. At Floyd Central – – Glen Snow was planning something new. He had just been hired as the school’s first certified AT. He … Continue reading “Legacy Lives On: Becky Clifton’s Impact and Journey from NAFC”
Revisiting a Bulldog Leader: Don Unruh Reflects on His Years of Dedication to New Albany Athletics
Article originally appeared in the December 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 28). -Rex Bickers (FCHS ‘70) Don Unruh (NAHS ’74) NAHS Faculty/Staff 1987-2019 Q: Can you describe your path to becoming AD? Was it a career goal long before you took the job? DON: Comparing the road that Les traveled… to mine… the differences were huge. I … Continue reading “Revisiting a Bulldog Leader: Don Unruh Reflects on His Years of Dedication to New Albany Athletics”
Revisiting a Legend: Les Wright Reflects on Three Decades of Highlander Athletics
Article originally appeared in the December 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 28). Rex Bickers (FCHS ‘70), Guest Contributor Les Wright FCHS Faculty/Staff 1967-1996 Q: Can you describe your path to becoming AD? Was it a career goal long before you took the job? LES: I went from Borden High School (1958) to Indiana University, earning my … Continue reading “Revisiting a Legend: Les Wright Reflects on Three Decades of Highlander Athletics”
Honoring NAFC Alumni Veterans: Stanley Brown and Ed Guilford
Each November, we honor NAFC alumni who have served our country. 🇺🇸 This Veterans Day, we’re revisiting our November 2022 Alumni Spotlights featuring two remarkable veterans: Stanley Brown (NAHS ’62) and Ed Guilford (FCHS ’82). From Stanley’s service aboard the USS Forrestal to Ed’s decades as an Army pilot and engineer, their stories remind us … Continue reading “Honoring NAFC Alumni Veterans: Stanley Brown and Ed Guilford”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Emily Poe Stumler (FCHS ‘04)
Article originally appeared in the October 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 26). Emily Poe Stumler (FCHS ‘04) What defines a generation for a high school (especially one with a precise “first day the doors opened”)? The “first” generation grads of Floyd Central are easily identified. When did the “second generation” of Highlanders graduate? The 1990s? or … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Emily Poe Stumler (FCHS ‘04)”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Shane Gibson (FCHS ‘89)
Article originally appeared in the October 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 26). Shane Gibson (FCHS ‘89) Shane Gibson was still just a baby in the winter of 1970-71, when the iconic term “Superhicks” was first coined. The team electrified and united the entire Floyd Central community when they reached the final four, even if they didn’t … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Shane Gibson (FCHS ‘89)”