Montreat College

Mandi Pike ’09 - Admissions Specialist
mpike@montreat.edu—828.669.8012, ext. 3789

Mandi is a 2009 Montreat alum. During her time as a student, she majored in English communications and played softball. When she’s not working, she enjoys writing (her most recent project is a romance novel), soap operas, baking, and sports. Her favorite musicians are Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Fray, and Frank Sinatra—but not a combination of the three.

Kathy Spallinger ’12 - Admissions Specialist
kspallinger@montreat.edu—828.669.8012, ext. 3785

Kathy recently graduated from Montreat College with a degree in Environmental Studies and minors in Biology, Outdoor Education, and History. Originally from the fields of Pandora, Ohio, she is often found seeking out adventures and inspiring others to do the same. Kathy also enjoys crafting, crocheting, writing, and reading. 

Elena Pashina ’10 - Admissions Specialist
epashina@montreat.edu—828.669.8012, ext. 3783

Elena is originally from Russia and chose to study International Business at Montreat, graduating in May 2010. Her passions include Christ, dance, art, foreign languages, and world affairs. Elena’s staple Bible verse is Colossians 3:23.

Alicia Wallace Henson ’12 - Admissions Specialist
ahenson@montreat.edu —828.669.8012, ext. 3781

Alicia graduated from Montreat College in May 2012 with a degree in Psychology & Human Services. She was also a member of the Women’s Basketball team. Along with her work in Admissions, Alicia also helps coach Montreat’s JV basketball team. She recently “tied the knot” with her college sweetheart, Chris, who is also a Montreat alum, and they reside nearby in Black Mountain. Alicia is originally from Mount Airy, NC (also known as “Mayberry”). She has been to 6 countries and there are several more to visit on her bucket list.