Office of Alumni & Parent Relations

Mark Meador’s family roots and love for Lipscomb University run deep. Not only did he attend Lipscomb, but his grandparents, parents, sister, aunt, uncles and numerous cousins are also alumni. His grandfather, Prentice Meador Sr., graduated in 1932 and was the first season ticket holder in McQuiddy Gymnasium. His grandmother, Margaret Meador, was inducted as a Lipscomb Legend in 1998 after 26 years as a fourth-grade teacher at David Lipscomb Elementary School.

It was a natural fit when Mark joined Lipscomb as Senior Director of Alumni & Parent Relations in August 2006. He had most recently served as vice president of market operations with Aegis Marketing Group, Inc., a local healthcare company. Mark’s experience includes 15 years in management and healthcare, but he believes he is now “truly in the service industry.”

Mark and his wife, Shelli, have four children -- Cole, Chase, Carson, and Madison.

He may be reached via email or by phone 615.966.6223.

Amy Hamar, Coordinator of Alumni & Parent Programs

Amy Hamar (’82), a “Lipscomb Lifer,” attended Lipscomb from Kindergarten through college. In 1996, Hamar returned to her alma mater to work in the University Relations Office.  In that office, she served as the administrative assistant to the vice president for university relations. 

At the beginning of 2005, Amy joined the Office of Alumni & Parent Relations to coordinate and manage alumni outreach programs.  Her areas of concentration are Summer Hostel, Golden Circle, Reunion Dinners, Alumni Night at the Ball Park, Homecoming, coordinating the Parents Program and other programs geared towards alumni.

Amy and her husband, Chuck ('81), have four children -- Megan, Kaylee, Keegan, and Tucker.

Mallory Grady, Coordinator of Alumni & Parent Communications

Mallory Grady ('06) began working at Lipscomb University in June 2008.  She and her husband Andrew met at Lipscomb and have lived in Nashville since their graduation. 

Mallory joined the Office of Alumni & Parent Relations to plan events for the GOLD program, manage the website, and to work with the Bison Tracks E-newsletter and other avenues of communication.

She may be contacted via email or by phone at 615.966.6171.

Pat Price, Research Assistant

Pat Price is a 2003 graduate of Lipscomb University.  He attended Lipscomb for 17 years, starting in kindergarten.  Pat and his father, Scott, wrote a book entitled Looking For Goodwill.  They visited every state in the United States and interviewed 106 people about the good thing in their lives and communities.  Pat volunteers at The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and at Rains Avenue Christian Care Center.

Pat may be contacted via email.

Renna Taylor, Student Worker

Renna Taylor is a student at Lipscomb University.  She grew up in Atlanta, GA and has lived in the same house her entire life.  She comes from a family of five and is the oldest of three.  Her younger sister, Kelsey has just started high school and her younger brother, Joshua has just begun kindergarten.

Renna is a part of the Lipscomb University Chorus and enjoys singing and acting.  Growing up, she was a part of many plays at her church.  Also, Renna comes to us with experience in retail.  She worked at a small store in Atlanta called Exceptional Ebroidery for many years.

Renna may be contacted via email.

Somer Ellis, Student Worker

Somer Ellis is from Nashville, TN  and graduated from David Lipscomb Campus School.  She is a "Lipscomb Lifer" and has been a part of the Lipscomb family since first grade.  Her parents are Scott and Sandra Ellis, both of which graduated from Lipscomb University.  Somer has a younger sister, Aubrie who currently attends David Lipscomb Campus School.  When at home, she regularly attends Granny White Church of Christ. 

In high school, Somer played basketball and was a cheerleader.  Now that she is in college, she does not play sports, but keeps herself active with intramurals and personal workouts.  She enjoys hanging out with friends, and making new friends.  

Somer may be contacted via email.

Jade Thacker, Student Worker

Jade Thacker is from Franklin, Kentucky, where she has lived her whole life.  She comes from a large family, with two older brothers, a younger brother, and two younger sisters.  She graduated from Franklin-Simpson High School this past spring.  In high school she was involved in and held offices in several clubs and student organizations as well as captain of her high school soccer team.  While no one in her immediate family graduated from Lipscomb, an aunt and one of her cousins did.

Jade may be contacted via email.