Alumni Boards

Rose Morales '00

Alumni Board President

Rose graduated from UMHB in 2000 with a degree in Elementary Education. Her favorite tradition is the Easter Pageant and its reminder of what our Savior did for us. Rose works as a first-grade teacher. She is married to Tony, class of 2002, and they have one dog, Buddy.

Travis Bice '10

Travis graduated from UMHB in 2012 with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. He currently lives in Tomball.

Bobby Johnson '76

Bobby graduated from UMHB in 1976 with a degree in Church Music. He currently lives in Belton.

Eduardo Lara '93

Eduardo Lara graduated from UMHB in 1991 with a degree in Psychology and Behavioral Science. His favorite tradition is Charter Day. Eduardo works as a Director of Clinic Operations. He is married to Elizabeth ‘93, and they have two sons.

Christel Lindberg-Phelps '01

Christel Lindberg-Phelps graduated from UMHB in 2001 with a degree in Mathematics. Her favorite tradition is Play Day. Christel is a former Math Instructor. She is married to Eric, and they have two children, one of whom is a current UMHB student.

Stephen McElrath '06

Stephen graduated from UMHB in 2006 with a degree in Exercise Sport Science. His favorite UMHB traditions were Welcome Week, Stunt Night, Play Day, and UMHB Football. Stephen works in sales. He is married to Amanda, and they have one child.

Morgan Raines '22

Morgan graduated from UMHB in 2022 with a degree in Chemistry. Her favorite UMHB tradition was Stunt Night. Morgan is a Ph.D. student at Baylor University.

Dr. Sheila Ransburg ’98, M.Ed. ’17, Ed.D. ‘21

Sheila graduated from UMHB in 1998 with a degree in Social Work, a Master's in Education in 2017, and a Doctorate in Education in 2021. Her favorite UMHB tradition was the Leadership Luncheons. Sheila works as a Coordinator of Assessment and Data Management. She is married to Leon Shepard.

Lynda Solis '91

Lynda graduated from UMHB in 1991 with a degree in Elementary Education. She currently lives in Waxahachie.

Caden Steubing '23

Caden graduated from UMHB in 2023 with a degree in Exercise Physiology. His favorite tradition is Easter Pageant. Caden works as a Graduate Student at Baylor University.

Justin Ward '04

Justin Ward graduated from UMHB in 2004 with a degree in Business. His favorite tradition is Crusader Knight. Justin works as an Optometrist. He is married to Sarah, and they have two children.

Karolyn Whitis '68

Karolyn graduated from Mary Hardin-Baylor in 1968 with a degree in Chemistry. She has no favorite UMHB tradition because she loved them all. Karolyn is retired. She is married to Dillard, a campus boy, and they have two children.

David Castles '21

Young Alumni Board President

David graduated from UMHB in 2021 with a degree in Business Management. His favorite UMHB tradition was the Homecoming Pep Rally. David works as a Financial Data analyst. He is married to Kayla, class of 2021.

Anthony Avila '23

Anthony Avila graduated from UMHB in 2023 with a degree in Physical Education. His favorite tradition is Pancake Supper. Anthony works as a High School Teacher and Coach. He is engaged to Madeleine ‘24.

Ashton Bardales '14

Ashton graduated from UMHB in 2014 with a degree in Nursing. Her favorite UMHB tradition was the Easter Pageant. Ashton works as a Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse. She is married to Josh.

Kevin Bickling '16

Kevin graduated from UMHB in 2016 with a degree in Computer Science.

Seth Blankenship '20

Seth Blankenship graduated from UMHB in 2020 with a degree in Pre-Physical Therapy in Exercise & Sport Science. His favorite tradition is Easter Pageant & Welcome Week. Seth works as a Physical Therapist. He is married to Lauren ‘20.

Kendall Mahan '20

Kendall graduated from UMHB in 2020 with a degree in Business Management. Her favorite tradition was Homecoming. Kendall works as Director of Business Development and Marketing. She is married to Jace, class of 2020.

Charlotte Miller '20

Charlotte Miller graduated from UMHB in 2020 with a degree in Accounting. Her favorite tradition is Stunt Night. Charlotte works as an Accountant.

Stephen Rowe '21

Stephen graduated from UMHB in 2021 with a degree in Business Administration and Management and, in 2022, with a Master's in Accounting. He currently lives in Texas City.

Ange Rugira '23

Ange Rugira graduated from UMHB in 2023 with a degree in General Studies. Her favorite tradition is Easter Pageant. Ange works as a Young Life staff member.

Garrett Smith '22, M.Ed. '23

Garrett Smith graduated from UMHB in 2022 with a degree in History, and he is currently enrolled in the UMHB Doctoral Program for Education. His favorite tradition is Homecoming. Garrett is working as a Graduate Assistant at UMHB College of Education.

Bryce Trull '22

Bryce Trull graduated from UMHB in 2022 with a degree in Multimedia and Information Technology. His favorite tradition is Stunt Night. Bryce works as a High School Educator.

Lauren Garcia Villarreal '16, MSOT '22

Lauren graduated from UMHB in 2016 with a degree in Psychology. Her favorite tradition is Revival. Lauren works as a Talent Operations Specialist. She is married to Daniel ‘15, and they have one son.

Sarah Wong '18

Sarah Wong graduated from UMHB in 2018 with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies Education. Her favorite tradition is tied with Miss MHB, Easter Pageant, and Stunt Night. Sarah works as a Special Needs Ministry Coordinator in Little Rock, Arkansas.