Alumni
The Jessup footprint continues to expand as our alumni prove to be difference-makers in our ever-changing world. Our alumni are reaching those in prison, homeless or marginalized, and driving programs to support diversity, equity and inclusion. With tenacity to endure, Jessup alumni remain on track to shine the light of Christ wherever they go.
Alumni Updates
Jessup alumni are making their mark in the marketplace, government, sports entertainment and in the Church. Read our latest updates below. Sandrea (Donna-Smithers) Welch (‘18) married Peter Welch last year....
What Goes Around…Comes Around
Alumna and kinesiology graduate student Taylor MacCuish is an adjunct professor in Jessup’s kinesiology department. As an undergraduate student at Jessup, she had the opportunity to work with various youth...
The Freshman With a Microphone
Alumnus Matt George might describe himself as someone with an athletic brain trapped in an unathletic, uncooperative body and a big mouth, but most Sacramento sports fans are happy about...
Spurring One Another on in Love: Encouraging Words From Alumni
Jessup alumni are part of the heartbeat of our University. Over the last 85 years, we have witnessed God's faithfulness through the shared stories of those who have called Jessup...
Serving the Future of the Church
It’s often said that a Jessup education is transformational. For alumnus Nick Tucker, he came to the University as a soccer player and left a leader. “I was always more...
Pursuing Her Passions
Alumna Karlyn Leander describes herself with two passions: one to serve God, the other to build worlds, the kind she saw at Disneyland as a child. But the contacts she...
JESSUP MUSIC RECORDS AT ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS
Jessup Music is pushing boundaries and creating unforgettable experiences for its students. This May, alumni and members of Jessup’s University Choir & Orchestra (UCO) take center stage at Abbey Road,...
God's Generosity, Our Response
As the end of the month drew near, a small nonprofit couldn’t meet payroll. They had endured lean financial times, and again, their back was against the wall. After much...
Exceptionally Employable: Rocklin Police Canine Officer Adonia Hurley
“When God calls you to something, you do it,” Jessup alumna and Rocklin Police and Canine Handler, Adonia Hurley said. Called to law enforcement in high school, Hurley began the...
Becoming a Changed Man
Jessup alumnus Isaiah Milan’s interest in basketball started at a young age. “Basically, I loved everything about the game. The community, the atmosphere, the way the ball bounces, even that...
Alumni Updates
Jessup alumni are making their mark in the marketplace, government, sports entertainment and in the Church. Read our latest updates below. April Ballestero (‘19) is a strategic leadership coach for...
You're Never too Young to Pursue Your Dreams
Ambitious is an understatement when it comes to describing Jessup business student and soon to be graduate, Caleb Landon. At the age of 20, Landon graduates this April and is...
From the Big Apple to Little Island, Ciera Miller Makes her Mark
What does a screen printing factory, skateboard shop, plant store, bookstore, photography studio and a church have in common? These venues represent locations where Jessup alumna Ciera Miller presented live...
Championing Sports and Mental Health
Recent graduate Azalea Prince experienced numerous athletic achievements while at Jessup and gives God all the glory. Recognized as an All-Academic athlete, she earned six career NAIA National Championship appearances...
CrossFit Kingdom Opens in Lincoln
Fulfilling a need in pursuit of his dreams, alumnus Nathan Schattner is the owner of Lincoln’s newest CrossFit offering, known as CrossFit Kingdom. Schattner hosted the grand opening for his...
Turning Internships into Careers | Nolan Murphy
Since the 19th century, Major League Baseball has captivated the hearts of Americans, solidifying its position as the nation’s favorite pastime. Jessup alumnus Nolan Murphy can relate, especially since his...
Multnomah Alumni Share Jessup Similarities
Mark Harris As the Multnomah Campus of Jessup University takes shape, similarity of mission and culture are paramount among both institutions. Alumnus Mark Harris had the privilege of attending both...
Alumni Giving Creates Opportunity
For most graduates, crossing the commencement stage marks the end of an era and the beginning of another journey chocked full of excitement and expectation. For many, the transition can...
Alumni Updates
Sean Anderson (‘16) recently earned his Master’s of Divinity at Vanderbilt University in TN where he will be working at their medical center as a chaplain resident this fall. Krystyna...
Internships Pave the Way to Professional Careers
We hear it time and again that internships are instrumental to landing the job of your dreams and for Richard Grimmett, theory proved true. Like many students, the pandemic caused...
Teaching Brings New Purpose
We hear the sentiment that God works in mysterious ways often enough, but when it comes to the career trajectory of alumnus Thomas Graham, God’s fingerprints are all over it....
Father Knows Best…
Alumna Natalie Basaldua’s father saw serious potential in his five year-old daughter one day when the duo played a friendly game of catch. “My dad noticed I had a pretty...
Finding his Niche in Counseling Psychology
Sometimes God changes our plans. We head out down a specific path only to emerge somewhere unexpected but often exactly where God can use us best. Jeff Machgan understands this...
From Jessup to News Production
Digital Communication, Art & Design graduate Julia Findley recently accepted a position as morning news producer for Good Morning Reno at Kolo 8, a Gray television station. “While I never...
Jessup Music Students at Mount Hermon
Last summer, Jessup Music students gained valuable experience serving at Mount Hermon Christian camp located in the Santa Cruz mountains. The students were on staff, leading worship for Mount Hermon’s...
New in Advancement
Steve Velebit Steve Velebit recently joined Jessup’s Advancement team as director of development, strategic giving and is definitely hitting the ground running! Velebit is on the go, taking every opportunity...
Living Her Dream Built on a Jessup Foundation
HOLLI PRUHSMEIER Most people don’t describe their job replete with adventure, and most don’t have the opportunity to fly in a helicopter for work. But alumna Holli Pruhsmeier does. She...
Career Trajectory Launched at Jessup
JASON PETERS Back in 2016, alumnus Jason Peters was the first graduate from Jessup's environmental science program. Peters education prepared him well for his career pursuits and his connection to...
Alumni Updates
Alumni Updates Check out the latest alumni updates. From career to pastoral to residential moves, read on to learn what some of our favorite people have been doing all for...
MLK Award Recognizes Alumna Jackie Turner
When Jackie Turner graduated from Jessup University in 2015, she was already active in evangelism ministries for the Kingdom overseeing the nonprofit homeless outreach ministry she started known as “Taking...
Reaching, Teaching and Learning in the California Prison System
LORIE MCCANN It’s only natural for first-year teachers to envision how their classrooms will look and to develop strategies to educate and connect with their students. For alumna Lorie McCann,...
In Memoriam: Remembering Jo Jessup
IN MEMORIAM: REMEMBERING JO JESSUP Shirley-Jo Hulburt was born December 15, 1933 in Los Angeles. Growing up in Southern California, she later met and married Bryce Jessup while attending San...
Exceptionally Employable the Jessup Way
Every college student has a dream job, but for alumnus Cody Cantrell, obtaining his came with a lot of grit, determination and perseverance. Cantrell works for the world’s premier consulting...
Environmental Science Program Delivers a Meaningful Career
Jessup wasn’t Kasia Kaphan’s first college choice but after just one semester at a state university left her feeling disconnected, she decided to learn more about the greater Sacramento region’s...
Brooke Drewry
Reflecting on her Jessup experience, alumna Brooke Drewry put it this way, "Jessup made such a difference in my life, I just want to be able to give back, however...
Rodney Tabares
God created each of us in His image, as unique individuals. These differences are designed to make us better together. From a business standpoint, diversity is paramount for any organization...
