Each month the UT Martin Alumni Association highlights an alumnus who has soared to great heights and made significant contributions in their career post-graduation. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Alec Richardson, a Successful Skyhawk whose achievements inspire us all and remind us of the boundless possibilities that lie ahead!

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Since graduating in 2017 with his bachelor’s degree in education integrated studies, Alec Richardson has put his skills to work in the political realm. His current role as State Director for U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty follows a nearly seven-year tenure with Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s office that encompassed multiple roles, including his most recent position of Senior Advisor and Director of External Affairs.

Alec pursued his undergraduate studies at UT Martin’s Parsons Center. “I enjoyed being able to be at home while also getting the full college experience,” he said—noting the friendships he made with classmates as being among his favorite memories.

“UT Martin allowed me to seek my true passion in my career and dive deep into subject area,” said Alec when asked about how UTM prepared him for his career.

With an already impressive résumé that speaks for itself in the short time since graduating, the sky’s the limit when it comes to the future trajectory of Alec’s profession.