From Diverse Worlds to a Shared Journey: Akira and Maddie Shavers

Although they arrived from different parts of the world, Akira (’16) and Maddie (née Maratta) Shavers (’15) were both drawn to Montreat College for the Christian education and their respective sports. A native of Florida, Maddie played basketball, while Akira, who...

A Summer with Sea Turtles: Alex Chapman’s Island Internship

Spending a summer on an island might seem like a distant dream for many college students, but for Alexandra Chapman, it became a reality following her senior year at Montreat College. While she spends plenty of time at the beach, most of her time there is spent...

Environmental Education Students Explore 17 State Parks in 15 Days

Four Outdoor Recreation Studies (ORS) students at Montreat College embarked on an unforgettable 15-day journey across North Carolina this summer, gaining valuable hands-on experience as they work towards their North Carolina Environmental Education Certification. Dr....

Jackson McDowell Shoots for Film Career Through Summer Internship

Jackson McDowell’s life hasn’t always followed a perfect script, but that hasn’t stopped him from believing that God is actively directing his story. As he approaches his senior year at Montreat College, McDowell is interning at Matthews Christian Library....

Dan Windmiller’s Climb to His Calling

Dan Windmiller (‘05) was drawn to the mountains of Western North Carolina by his love for climbing and the opportunity to be surrounded by what he loved. Raised in a household that loved God and the outdoors, the Florida native immediately felt a deep connection to...