Ryan Dayvault '08
Political Science

"I've always been intrigued by the formulation and enactment of public policy. For me the 2000 presidential election was a major determining factor in my decision to pursue a career in politics."

Yes, We Have Bananas

Jermaine Shane Timmons '08
History

"I'm not one of those sponges for information, but I like History because it teaches me how to ask the right questions on my own. The History faculty at Catawba insisted that we be specific, and that is how I learned to be with the details, but my education at Catawba readied me for a broad range of opportunities including being a teacher if that is what I want."

Lauren Ebersole '07
Political Science (International Relations)

"I've always had a strong interest in the area of politics. With the world rapidly becoming more integrated with each passing day I found myself wanting to know more about foreign countries, their systems, and policies, fascinated by they way these systems work."

BLOG: On Assignment in Indonesia

2007 Alumna Teaching in Ghana

PHOTOS: Ebersole Teaches in Ghana

Ellen Devine '06
Political Science (Pre-Law)

Ellen is currently working in D.C. as the Assistant to the Staff Director for the Senate Committee on Small Business. She also serves as an Alumni Ambassador for the college.

"I am thrilled to have the opportunity to be a full staff member on the hill."

Kristan Higgins '06
Political Science (Public Administration)

Following her graduation from Catawba, Kristan enrolled at American University and earned her Master of Public Administration degree. After working on Capitol Hill and serving as a deputy campaign manager for a D.C. councilwoman, Kristan is currently a Management Analyst with the Office of Asset Enterprise Management for the U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Erin Phillips '05
Political Science (American Politics)

Erin was a former legislative correspondent and press aide on Capitol Hill after graduating from Catawba. After working for M&T Bank, Erin has returned to her alma mater to serve as an admissions counselor.

Monisha Smith '04
Political Science (International Relations)

Monisha Smith, a native of Wilmington, Del., majored in political science at Catawba and served as Student Government Association President. She now works as the Chief Clerk for U.S. Senator Thomas R. Carper (D. Del.) who serves on the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs committees.

BLOG: One in Two Million at the Inauguration

Kevin Leonard '95
Political Science

As of June 1, 2009, Kevin will serve as Legislative Coordinator for the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners. Previously, he was Senior Government Relations Manager with Womble Carlyle in Raleigh, as well as the 2006 President of the North Carolina Young Lobbyists Association. In addition to his Catawba degree, he holds a Master of Public Administration degree from American University in Washington, D.C.

Bill Graham '83
Political Science

Bill is a successful businessman and practicing attorney with Wallace & Graham, PA in Salisbury, NC.

Emily C. Cline
History

Emily is Head Cook for the Officers' Mess in the "Following the Army Program" offered at Colonial Williamsburg’s Under the Redcoat, June 2005.

John Arrowood '79
Political Science

John Arrowood of Charlotte, NC has served as a North Carolina Court of Appeals Justice and a Superior Court Judge. Arrowood was formerly an attorney in the Charlotte firm of James, McElroy & Diehl, P.A.

Wayne R. Iskra '60

The Honorable Wayne Iskra was appointed as an Immigration Judge in Arlington, VA in April 1993. He received his B.A. from Catawba College in 1960, and his J.D. from Wake Forest University in 1963. Judge Iskra served as a trial judge while on active duty in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1993, and served as the Chief Trial Judge on two separate occasions (1985-1988 and 1991-1993). During his Army career, Judge Iskra served a tour in Vietnam and at the Pentagon, was the chief legal advisor for various major military commands throughout the world, and retired as a Colonel from The Judge Advocate General's Corps. He is the recipient of both the Legion of Merit and Bronze Star for his military services. Judge Iskra is a member of the North Carolina Bar.