Laindree Richardson

Strategic Communication Major; Honors Interdisciplinary Inquiry and Leadership Minor; Personal Branding Certificate

“Throughout my stay at Drury, I have so many different thanks I could give. The main person I want to thank is my coach, Rick Emmitt. Rick welcomed me with open arms and encouraged me to be the best version of myself on and off the water. Rick has been by far one of the best people that I have met during my time here at DU! Thank you for being the best bassin coach to me!” 

Hunter Jowers

Communication Major; Business Minor; Neurodiversity and Sports Leadership Certificates

“My decision to spend my college years at Drury was the best decision of my life. I have gained relationships through both golf and school that I will keep with me for a lifetime. My golf handicap might be the same as my GPA but in the end it has all been worth it!”

Arielle Winkelmann

History and Secondary Education Major; Medieval Studies and Honors Interdisciplinary Inquiry and Leadership Minor; Film, History, and Society Certificate

“Some of my most cherished moments have happened here at Drury over the past four years. I’ve laughed, I’ve cried, I’ve screamed in fright (you’ll understand if you’ve ever been in Clara Thompson at night). Most importantly, I’ve met the most brilliant of people here, people I cherish so dearly. My mentors, my professors, my colleagues, my residents, my underlings, and my friends who have become my family. Don’t shy away from new experiences in college, because it’s the people you make them with that matter, and I found those people here at Drury.” 

Yaroslav Sharyy

Finance and Economics Major; Data Analytics Certificate

“One of my favorite memories is being united with the tennis team and making great friends at Drury University. I am very excited for graduation day and the next chapter of my life!”

Trinity Morgan

Strategic Communication and Graphic Design Major; Writing Minor; Graphic Storytelling and Professional and Visual Communication Certificates

“I want to say thank you to the people who made my Drury experience exceptional—coaches, friends, professors, and mentors. Your support, encouragement, and guidance helped me grow both personally and professionally, and I’m genuinely grateful for every moment.”

Emily Fuge

Strategic Communications and Writing Major; Personal Branding Certificate

“Drury has helped me grow into the person I am today. I’m very grateful for everything I got to be involved in and everyone I’ve gotten to meet. A special shout out to my amazing advisors, Dr. Groves and Dr. Henderson, for always believing in me and being two of my biggest champions. After graduation, I will be participating in the Disney College Program in Orlando, Florida from August to January. I’m hoping that after my program, I will be able to secure a full time position with Disney or one of the other brands under their name. I also plan on doing music on the side, and am looking to put out my first single this summer.”

Rylan DeHaven

Psychology and Writing Major; Professional and Visual Communication Certificate

“My experience here has been trials and tribulation. I had a lot of discovering to do and Drury helped focus that energy. I rediscovered my passion for writing with the lovely English and Writing professors. I had top-tier Psychology professors that guided me academically. I’d like to thank Dr. Gibson especially, who was my advisor and set me up for success throughout my four years here.”

Serenity Sosa

Criminology Major; Honors Interdisciplinary Inquiry and Leadership Minor; Wrongful Convictions, DEI, and Activist’s Toolkit Certificates

“During my time as a student here at Drury, I had the pleasure of working within our library archives to uncover the rich history of Black student life. From newspaper clippings to original images, I felt at peace knowing that all the trials and tribulations that I’ve faced are simply a reflection of our past. To current students, I want you to know that student power is limitless. Use your voice. To my members of Black United Independent Collegiate, I want to thank you and commend you for your resolve and dedication to advancing the interests of Black students at Drury. ‘A man who stands for nothing will fall for anything.’ Malcolm X”