Religion Alumni Spotlights
Click on each graduate’s name below to view their full profile and learn more about how Carthage prepared them for their career.
Brad Eden
Class Year: ’82
Majors: Music, Religion
Current Hometown: Valparaiso, Indiana
Job:
Dean of Library Services at the University of Valparaiso
“I learned how to view people’s perspectives and viewpoints from many angles, without rushing to judgment.”
Allison Johnson
Class Year: ’12
Majors: Neuroscience
Current Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Job:
Pastor at Journey in Faith Church
“Carthage shaped me to be a curious, thoughtful, and open-minded individual. My experience taught me not only to believe in myself, but also to approach the world with humility, knowing that everyone and everything has something to teach me.”
Ashlynn Rickord Werner
Class Year: ’15
Majors: History, Religion
Current Hometown: Batavia, Illinois
Job:
Customer Success Lead — America’s at PlotBox
“My journey has allowed me to combine so many of my passions into one, and for that, I’m incredibly grateful.”
Ryan Schaible
Class Year: ’08
Majors: Religion
Current Hometown: Oswego, Illinois
Job:
Director of Community Cares at Community Christian Church
“Carthage taught me to think deeply about faith and theology…I spent 12 years in youth ministry and made a career transition to social work. I recently returned to church-based ministry and truly love the work I am doing!”
Lauren Emilee Wild
Class Year: ’25
Majors: Religion, Neuroscience
Current Hometown: Niles, Illinois
Job:
Paraprofessional at Lincoln Junior High in Skokie, Illinois
“Carthage shaped me into who I am today in my professional career by giving me the ability to ask questions and work efficiently.”