All Ways, A Saxon

2005 Saxon graduate, Brian Pecor is in this week's spotlight. Brian currently serves as the Associate VP of Development for the Duke University Health System. He shares about living and working in five different states, raising over $100 million for research and healthcare delivery, working for the OSU National Champion Baseball Team and the OSU Women's Basketball team that made it to the Final Four. Brian also shares about losing his dad in high school, his lessons learned throughout life, and the importance of mental health.

D1 volleyball player, Air Force Academy Cadet, future pilot, and 2023 Saxon graduate, Brooksie Isham, is in the spotlight this week. Brooksie shares her journey through not one, but two boot camps, combat training, and learning how to fly.

1984 Graduate, Scott Greenwood-Meinert, is in the spotlight this week. Scott was an academic and athletic all-start in his time at South and again at Stanford as a Division 1 collegiate athlete. In this episode, he shares about his favorite Saxon memories, his triumphs and injuries at Stanford, the tragic and heartbreaking death of his fiancé while in law school, and how that propelled him to start a foundation in her name. He now serves the Sonoma and Napa communities in California as a real estate and land use attorney, while also working with several non-profits as lawyer and advisor.

Pro baseball player, national champion D1 coach, father of 4, husband, 2001 Saxon grad, and now private instructor, Andy Jenkins is in the spotlight this week. Jenkins shares his journey from the Saxon halls, through JUCO baseball, to leading the Oregon State baseball team to the World Series as a player and later as an assistant coach to their 3rd championship. He emphasizes the importance of putting in extra work and being present, no matter where life takes you.

2007 Saxon Graduate, Anna Ernst is in the spotlight this week. Mother of 4, wife to Kenneth, daughter and sister to fellow Saxon grads, collegiate athlete, Christ-follower, and an OBGYN nurse, Anna shares her journey from growing up in Salem, to playing collegiate soccer, to serving as a missionary and traveling the world, to now using those experiences working as an RN at Salem Hospital. Anna shares her memories, her experiences, and her heart in this interview.

2023 Saxon graduate, Cole Duncan Miller, is a collegiate athlete, world traveler, scholarship recipient, leader, and more. In this episode, Cole shares his journey from high school to college, discussing his experiences in the IB program, DECA, and running x-country and track. He reflects on the importance of community and mentorship at South and how these experiences shaped his leadership skills. Currently studying international relations and environmental studies at Beloit College, Cole talks about his semester abroad in Costa Rica, focusing on sustainable development and social justice. He emphasizes the value of pursuing personal interests and the support systems that have helped him along the way.

QB1, college athlete, semi-pro football player, head baseball coach, and 2019 Saxon graduate, Elijah Enomoto-Haole is in the spotlight this week. In this episode, Elijah shares about his transition out of collegiate athletics into public education, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and personal growth for his players over simply achieving wins. He reflects on the impact of his own coaches and teachers and the responsibility he feels to guide his own players in their academic and athletic pursuits.

In honor of Veterans Day, this weeks spotlight is (again) on 2014 Saxon graduate, Rachal Meza Rojas. This is a repost of Rachal's conversation with us back in 2024 and spotlights her time as a Saxon, years serving as a nurse in the military, and her advice to fellow Saxons. Join Saucetown Properties, Bickler Dentistry, and the Saxon Success Fund in celebrating Rachal and all of our graduate Veterans today.

Author, speaker, consultant, father, husband and more, 1983 graduate, Eric Scofield shares his experiences growing up in South Salem, his memories of his Saxon years, involvement with Young Life, and the impact of mentorship on his life. He discusses the importance of legacy, encouragement, and support for students, as well as his transition from education to nonprofit work. Eric also shares insights from his new book, 'Built to Fly', emphasizing resilience and the ability to overcome challenges. Eric's spotlight is brought in part by Matt Cox at Saucetown Properties, Dr. Corey Bickler at Bickler Dentistry, and the Saxon Success Fund.

2021 Saxon Graduate, Evan Thomas is in the spotlight this week! Evan reflects on his journey from high school to pursuing a career in mental health counseling. He shares his life as a Saxon, the impact of community and grief support, and the importance of mental health awareness. Evan emphasizes the need for self-compassion and personal agency in navigating life's challenges, and he discusses his aspirations to help others through counseling. The conversation also touches on the significance of memorable quotes and advice for our current Saxons.