Alumni Voices is a speaker series that brings Athens State University alumni back to campus to share their experiences, expertise, and insights with students and the broader community. Through candid conversations and real-world perspectives, these events offer career guidance, professional development tips, and industry knowledge. By spotlighting alumni who have walked the same path, Alumni Voices aims to inspire the next generation of professionals while fostering meaningful connections between students and the alumni network.
Crafting a Career in Performing Arts
Air date: September 18, 2025
Learn from alumna Ashley Hargrove, ‘11, accomplished actor, voiceover artist, and writer, through an inspiring conversation about her journey from student to a thriving career in entertainment. Joined by owner of GTK PR Talent Agency, LLC, Sherry Lee will share insights from the publicity and marketing side of the industry.
A Management graduate from the College of Business with a Minor in Marketing, Ashley has appeared in TV and film (Homicide Hunter, Son of the South, Snapped, Tell Me a Story), voiced characters in popular video games (AFK Journey, Lost Lands X), and authored works including Unnerving, Caroline of Mine, and the award-winning TV pilot The Divorcee’s Diary.