news at welch college   Welch College in Gallatin, Tennessee, has been the official college of the Free Will Baptist Denomination since 1942. To find out more information about the school, visit www.Welch.edu.

Whitney Lute Named Women's Resident Director

Welch College has named Whitney Lute women’s resident director, according to Dr. Jon Forlines, vice president for Student Services. “We are pleased to announce that Mrs. Lute will serve in this role,” Forlines said. “We believe she will continue the excellent job done by Rebekah Talbot, who served as women’s resident director for the past two years.”

Lute, a 2018 Welch psychology graduate, finished top in her class. While at Welch, she served as a student resident assistant for two years. She has served as a child services case worker and probate court clerk in Ohio since graduation. She is currently pursuing an M.A. in Counseling from Marshall University. Her husband Jacob was president of the Welch student body his last two years before graduating with a degree in music performance. He is currently studying in Welch College's Master of Arts program in Theology and Ministry.

“Our young ladies in the dorm have been blessed with extraordinary dorm moms who have led them to a closer walk with the Lord,” said Susan Forlines, dean of women. “As a student leader, Whitney was a team player who displayed a servant’s heart and a love for others. We expect her godly influence to continue the work of her predecessors—mentoring and serving the dorm women of Welch. We welcome her back to the Student Services team.”

Lute will begin her duties in July.

Guthrie Named Interim Head Volleyball Coach

Emma Guthrie has been named interim head volleyball coach for the 2020 volleyball season, according to Athletic Director Greg Fawbush. Guthrie graduated from Welch in May with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. A four-year starter for the Lady Flames, Emma was recognized as an all-regional player the past three years.

“Emma is a logical choice to lead the Lady Flames next season,” Fawbush said. “As a student athlete, she demonstrated her desire to experience both spiritual and emotional growth. As the Welch community navigates the unprecedented circumstances of completing the spring semester remotely and the ensuing limitations created for our Christian community of faith and learning, Emma’s understanding of the Welch College athletic culture will be an invaluable asset.”

Coach Fawbush managed volleyball duties until Guthrie transitioned into the role June 1. For information about volleyball or other athletics at Welch, email Coach Fawbush: gfawbush@welch.edu. Learn more about Welch College athletics: welch.edu/athletics. 

To learn more about Emma, read her senior testimony in God Provided.