It’s here and ready for you – the Summer 2023 edition of “MU Today Magazine,” a publication that shares the latest news, notes, and feature stories of the Methodist University community.
It’s here and ready for you – the Summer 2023 edition of “MU Today Magazine,” a publication that shares the latest news, notes, and feature stories of the Methodist University community.
Readers will be able to find Monarch Minutes, Class Notes, In Memory, Then & Now, and a variety of interesting feature stories that spotlight some of our alumni, faculty, students, scholarships, and gifts.
The digital version of “MU Today” is now available and includes the following:
Cover Story
ComMUnity CARE: Methodist University is moving to the forefront in the region with its unique, impactful, patient-centered Health Sciences programs. Not only are MU and Cape Fear Valley Health intending to establish a school of medicine, but the University offers a variety of other top-notch programs (pg. 14)
Other Features Include
Engineering Success: Dr. Denise Bauer, MU’s founding director, chair, and professor of Engineering, provides a personal touch in her many roles at the University. Find out how Bauer’s unique style is creating special bonds with her students in the classroom (pg. 7).
MU Alumnus Earns Coaching Fellowship in the NFL: Bryan Bing ’15 is now in the spotlight on one of the brightest stages of all – the NFL – not as a player, but as a coach. Learn how Bing’s experience at MU helped prepare him for a rigorous coaching career with the Indianapolis Colts (pg. 10).
The Brunson Method: A Psychology major from St. Petersburg, Florida, Madison Brunson has a method for preparing for the challenges and successes of life after graduation. Take a deep dive into Brunson’s story and how it motivates her to go above and beyond (pg. 12).
A Family Affair of Care: As siblings, Dr. Sasan Araghi and Sayeh Araghi are known as big contributors to the Fayetteville community. This feature story highlights how their education at MU allowed them to open a patient-centered medical center just two miles away from campus (pg. 18).
Stout Family Legacy: The Stout family has had a tremendous impact on Methodist University over its rich history. Most recently, the Stout family provided a $1.5 million gift toward the Dr. Frank P. Stout Physician Assistant Complex. Find out how the Stout family has not only helped shape MU into what it is today, but the entire city of Fayetteville (pg. 20).
Sprint to Success: Greg Bailey ’11 used to blaze the track as a Monarch student athlete, but now, he is blazing a path as a visitor to the White House. Find out how Bailey’s drive and determination landed him an invitation to meet Vice President Kamala Harris (pg. 23).