Student Spotlights
The following student spotlights highlight a selection of SEU’s Most Outstanding Fall 2025 Graduates and offer a closer look at the impact they’ve made during their time at SEU.
Macie Joy Jordan
Public Relations, Jannetides College of Business, Communication & Leadership
Macie combined academic excellence with hands-on professional experience through internships with Capitol Records in Nashville, Tennessee, and the International Church of Barcelona. An Honors student and Chapel Creative team lead, she exemplifies creative leadership shaped by faith and professional preparation.
Connor Nathaniel Tolbert
Communication: Sports Media, Jannetides College of Business, Communication & Leadership
Connor graduated as the first SEU student to earn a Sports Media degree, completing his academic journey after beginning in SEU’s LINK program. His dedication is reflected through leadership as a Resident Assistant, service in Student Government Association, and four years with SEU’s Athletic Communications department.
Levi Martin Williams
Commercial Music, School of Music
Levi distinguished himself through a study abroad semester at the Contemporary Music Center in Nashville and as an Honors researcher examining the impact of digital music production. His work reflects both creative excellence and academic rigor.
Cole Fred Johnson
Ministerial Leadership: Biblical Studies, Barnett College of Ministry
Cole faithfully invested in student leadership, worship, and youth ministry throughout his time at SEU. Graduating with a clear sense of calling, he will step into a Youth Director position following graduation.
Phillip Lee Gray III
Biochemistry, College of Natural & Health Sciences
Phillip demonstrated exceptional academic achievement through chemistry research, leadership in the American Chemical Society, and presentations at regional conferences. He plans to enter the U.S. Air Force as a research chemist and pursue a PhD in medical chemistry.
Kelly Laurence Buckman
Secondary Education: Social Sciences, College of Education
Kelly has accepted a social science teaching position at Victory Christian Academy. Grounded in gratitude and faith, he looks forward to serving the Lord through education wherever his calling leads.
Most Outstanding Students by College and Program
Each semester, SEU honors graduates who exemplify academic excellence within their degree programs. The Most Outstanding Student Award recognizes students whose scholarship has enriched the SEU community.
Barnett College of Ministry
- Ministerial Leadership: Biblical Studies – Cole Fred Johnson
- Ministerial Leadership: Christian Ministry – Elizabeth Grace Darrough
- Ministerial Leadership: Christian Ministry – David John Goundr
- Ministerial Leadership: Pastoral Care & Counseling – Jordan Paul Brown
- Ministerial Leadership: Worship Ministries – Katie Anna Holmes
- Multidisciplinary Studies & Psychology – Torsten Holmes Essington
College of Education
- Elementary Education – Abigail Nicole Sandberg
- Secondary Education: English – Madison Mae Davis
- Secondary Education: Social Sciences – Kelly Laurence Buckman
College of Natural & Health Sciences
- Biochemistry – Phillip Lee Gray III
- Biology: Medical Sciences – Trever Joseph Dorris
- Biology: Veterinary Medicine – Natalie Sofia Park
- Communication Sciences & Disorders – Kristen Ashley McGhie
- Kinesiology: Exercise Science – Kenya Alyse Costin
- Kinesiology: Pre-Occupational Therapy – Samantha Grace Frick
- Kinesiology: Pre-Physical Therapy – Taylor Katherine Dubusky
- Nursing – Rachel Alysse Beardsley
College of Social Sciences & Humanities
- Criminal Justice – Alexandra Catherine Paul
- General Studies – Holly Ann Abraham
- Historical & Literary Studies – Shaylyn Joy Lister
- Humanitarian Relief & Development – Breanna Marie Goodwin
- Human Services – Krystal A. Nieves-Sierra
- Political Science – Scotlynn Reinhold
- Psychology & Criminal Justice – Sophie Violet Robinson
- Psychology – Nidia M. Carpio
- Social Work – Alexis Elizabeth Andrews
Jannetides College of Business, Communication & Leadership
- Aviation Management: Professional Pilot – Palmira Katherine Mallino
- Communication: Human Communication – Anderson Micah Slabaugh
- Communication: Public Relations – Macie Joy Jordan
- Communication: Sports Media – Connor Nathaniel Tolbert
- Digital Design & Production – Deborah Joyce Sekaya
- Film Production – Loreanna Georgette Delgado
- Finance – Javier Andres Villa
- Graphic Design – Mackenzie Marie Scott
- International Business – Matthew Lee Patrick Devasto
- Legal Studies – Sierra Raquel Joyal
- Management – Luke Jackson Anthony
- Marketing – Emily Vega Nemotto
- Organizational Leadership & Ministerial Leadership: Christian Ministry – Joseph C. South
- Sport Management – Nicole Wasserstrom
- Visual Art – McKenzi Taylor Wald
School of Music
- Commercial Music – Levi Martin Williams
As SEU celebrates these outstanding graduates, we recognize the dedication that brought them to this milestone. Their achievements reflect the very best of SEU, and we look forward to seeing how they will continue to lead, serve, and make an impact in their communities and future careers.
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