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.

Marcus Batts '88

Marcus Batts graduated from UMHB in 1988 with a degree in Education. His favorite tradition is football. Marcus is retired. He is married to Penny ‘80 and has two children, Marcel and Melanie.

Travis Bice '10

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

Dean Butenschoen '09

Dean Butenschoen graduated from UMHB in 2009 with a degree in Education. His favorite tradition is Easter Pageant. Dean works as a Residential Appraiser. He is married to Jenn ‘08 and has two children, Adalee and Joslynn.

Bobby Johnson '76

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

Danica Komlofske '24

Danica Komlofske graduated from UMHB in 2024 with a degree in Chemistry. Her favorite tradition is Revival. Danica works as a Middle School Teacher.

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.

Vicki McKay '71

Vicki McKay graduated from UMHB in 1971 with a degree in Home Economics. Her favorite tradition is Charter Day. Vicki is a retired teacher. She has two children, Laura and Blair.

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.

Velva Riddle '64

Velva graduated from UMHB in 1964 with a degree in Business Education. Her favorite UMHB tradition is Charter Celebration. Velva lives in Gatesville.

Corbin Rouse '12

Corbin Rouse graduated from UMHB in 2012 with a degree in Speech Communication. Her favorite tradition is tied with Miss MHB, Welcome Week, and UMHB Athletics. Corbin works Preschool PE Teacher. She is married to John and has two children, Raylee Jo and Darbi Jae.

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.

Derek WIlliamson '14

Derek Williamson graduated from UMHB in 2014 with a degree in Business Administration. His favorite tradition is Homecoming. Derek is a Dell Account Manager. He is married to Myra, ‘17, and has three children: Kashton, Oaklyn, and Dax.

Layton Zinsmeister '16

Layton Zinsmeister graduated from UMHB in 2016 with a degree in Cellular Biology. His favorite tradition is Homecoming. Layton works as a salesman. He is married to Autumn ‘17 and has two children, Everett and Warren.

David Castles '21

Young Alumni Board President

David graduated from UMHB with a degree in Business Management. His favorite UMHB traditions are Homecoming and Revival. David works as a Commerical Banker in Fort Worth. He is married to Kayla, ’21.

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.

Andrew Berg '21

Andrew Berg graduated from UMHB in 2021 with a degree in Mathematics. His favorite tradition is Stunt Night. Andrew is a High School Teacher. He is married to Hannah ‘21.

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.

Jaci Hartfiel '21

Jaci Hartfiel graduated from UMHB in 2021 with a degree in Social Work. Her favorite traditions are the Easter Pageant and Play Day. Jaci is a Site Coordinator for Communities in Schools. She is married to Travis ‘17, and they have one child, Edward.

Tori Hernandez '24

Tori Hernandez graduated from UMHB in 2024 with a degree in Biology: Pre-Optometry. Her favorite tradition is Easter Pageant. Tori is a worship intern at First Baptist Belton. She is engaged to Will ‘24.

Alex Kown '17

Alex Kown graduated from UMHB in 2017 with a degree in Biology. His favorite tradition is Stunt Night. Alex is an Elementary School Assistant Principal. He is married to Natalie ‘17 and has two children, Harrison and Elliott.

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.

David Martinez '24

David graduated from UMHB in 2024 with a degree in Christian Studies. He is a veteran and is currently a college minister at First Baptist Temple.

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 for a nonprofit. She has two dogs, Phillip and Lila.

Kyle Parsons '22

Kyle Parsons graduated from UMHB in 2022 with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. His favorite tradition is Easter Pageant or Cru Knights. Kyle is an Elementary PE teacher and Varsity Boys Basketball Coach. He is married to Jade ‘22, ’24 DPT.

Dr. Emilee Peloquin '21

Emilee Peloquin graduated from UMHB in 2021 with a degree in Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy. Her favorite tradition is Dubbing Ceremony. Emilee is a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

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 in 2023 with a Master’s degree in Education Administration. Currently, he is enrolled in the UMHB Doctor of Education Program while serving as a College of Education graduate recruiter.

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 an elementary educator for Belton ISD.