Featured Alum: Cindy Dietrich Logan

Cindy Dietrich Logan (’74) lives in Louisiana, Mo.. Cindy holds an undergraduate degree from WWU in art with minors in secondary education and English. She also attended Webster University in St. Louis, where she earned her MAT.

After 14 years working in public education, in 1997 Cindy began spending her time teaching private classes in her in-home studio space, running an antique paper business, and producing and showing her own artwork. For 5 years, she owned a shop in Hannibal, Mo.

Her web site highlights her long list of awards and achievements and includes numerous of her art works, some of which are for sale, including a pastel of Dulany Hall on the WWU campus.

Cindy enjoys spending time with her husband, Walter C. Logan II, and her children Benjamin, Bethany, and Blake and grandsons Jack and Logan.

During her time at William Woods, Cindy was active in Alpha Phi International, serving as rush chair and social chair; Panhellenic; and art club. Now, Cindy is active with the Raintree Arts Council, Best of Missouri Hands, Hannibal Art Club, PEO Sisterhood, and First Presbyterian Church.

Cindy says of her William Woods experience that she had "a wonderful time, forming life-long bonds with some of my best friends," and credits the ties formed at William Woods with making her who she is today. Cindy believes "any experience is what you make of it."

Cindy currently serves on the WWU National Alumni Association Board's Advisory Committee.

Featured Alum: David Anderson

David Anderson (’03) is a filmmaker who lives in Fulton, Mo. with his wife, Patty (Heppner) Anderson (’05).

David is the chief production officer at a marketing company based in Columbia, Mo. called Pure Marketing & Media (Pure Marketing, LLC), where he oversees the execution of all aspects of creative media for the company. Additionally, he serves as president of Arable Entertainment.

Among many other successful projects, David and his team produced a high-quality recruitment video for the William Woods University equestrian program in 2009. The video is featured on WWU's YouTube Channel.

In addition, David received director of photography credit for the film "Ten Hours a Week," scheduled for release in 2010, which was filmed on location in Columbia, Mo. and features a cameo appearance by NASCAR driver, Carl Edwards.

On campus, David earned a bachelor's degree in communications. He was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha (PIKE) fraternity.  David transferred to William Woods after attending Westminster College for a year. Karen Johnson, photo.

Featured Alum: Karla DeSpain

Karla Williams DeSpain (’74) lives in Columbia, Mo. Karla holds a BS degree from William Woods in business administration with minors in math and political science. Karla serves on the Columbia Public Schools Board of Education.

She is also the Financial Officer for John DeSpain Dermatology and Skintuition Medical Spa. Prior to this, she served as Assistant Vice-President and Director of Personnel and Training at Boone County National Bank.

Karla is involved with various local community and service organizations including the Assistance League of Mid-Missouri, Advent Enterprises board of directors, Central Missouri Community Action, United Way, Speaking of Women's Heath, and Columbia Chamber of Commerce.

She enjoys swimming, piano, cooking, skiing, and singing. John and Karla have two daughters, Caitlin and Ryanne. While at The Woods, Karla was active in the College Government Association, choir, Student Alumnae Council, Junior Senator, and was an Outstanding Freshman and Outstanding Senior.

Karla currently serves on the WWU National Alumni Association board.