CAM ALUMNI
CAM is proud of its alumni. We pray that each of them is partnering with Christ to make an eternal difference in the lives of the people around them.
Naila Taquidir
Class of 2017
What and where did you study?
Major in Psychology with English and Geography as minors in Pune University in India
Provide some other information about yourself and your life after CAM.
I have been focused in working with social causes that promote Education and gender equality as well as been very much involved in my artistic side with music.
What is your fondest memory of CAM?
Having everyone be treated like family, the school's spirit and ability to be one despite all of our differences.
Till this day most of us still carry that sibling bond when we run into each other. Also having the space to be able to practice the fine arts was very crucial to my creativity.
Luc Smith
Class of 2014
What and where did you study?
After graduating from CAM, I moved back to South Africa and studied at Private Security Academy as well as receiving tactical training.
Provide some other information about yourself and your life after CAM.
I'm working in the Tactical Private Security Industry. Also working on my side business, Property Development.
What is your fondest memory of CAM?
The three field trips and all the amazing people I met at CAM.
Coleson Lechner
Class of 2011
What and where did you study?
After I graduated from CAM, I received a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications from Ouachita Baptist University in the USA (Arkansas).
Provide some other information about yourself and your life after CAM.
After graduating from university, I married my wife Maggie in the summer of 2015. We have 3 children, live in Tyler, Texas and I am a Worship Pastor.
What is your fondest memory of CAM?
Field trips to South Africa, guitar performances, and playing soccer on the basketball courts.
Amanda Matsinhe
Class of 2015
What and where did you study?
After graduating CAM, I took a two year gap (probably not the norm) and then went to study my Bachelor's degree in Kenya.
Provide some other information about yourself and your life after CAM.
When it came time to finding a job, God was definitely on my side because I am currently working at CAM, teaching English and Literature to High School! I enjoy teaching and also being on Netflix for my downtime.
What is your fondest memory of CAM?
When I turned 18, my classmates threw a surprise birthday party for me and I genuinely did not expect it. Of course there were many moments when I felt and knew that CAM and my classmates were family but that one always reassures me the most.
Olinda Mabunda
Class of 2018
What and where did you study?
B.A in Peace and Conflict Studies with TESOL and Education as minors at Messiah University. Currently MSc. Global Leadership and Peacebuilding candidate at King's College London.
Provide some other information about yourself and your life after CAM.
I am currently pursuing a career in Peace, Conflict and Security Analysis. I work on sustainable peacebuilding research and neighborhood revitalization as it pertains to human security.
What is your fondest memory of CAM?
Thursday afternoons, assisting in community outreach program with the community kids.
Shin Eun Jeong
Class of 2017
What and where did you study?
Maputo, Mozambique
Provide some other information about yourself and your life after CAM.
After graduating from CAM, I came to South Korea to started University majoring International Studies and graduated 2022, right now doing 1year6month of military service training until 2024 April
What is your fondest memory of CAM?
Christian lovely family and friends
Marco Gutiérrez
Class of 2013
What and where did you study?
After graduating from CAM, I moved back to Argentina and studied Music Performance, which then allowed me to serve in the Argentinian Navy for 7 years as a professional musician. Currently, I am studying at the College for Officer Training (seminary) from The Salvation Army (TSA) in Chicago, IL, USA, in order to become an officer (pastor) of TSA. God willing, I will be ordained in June 2025.
Provide some other information about yourself and your life after CAM.
As mentioned before, I’ve enjoyed my time as a musician and in ministry. Before entering the seminary, I served for almost two years as the youth pastor at my local church in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Since moving to the US in 2022, I’ve enjoyed many different experiences and look forward to seeing what God has in store for my life.
What is your fondest memory of CAM?
Playing football (soccer) during recess is at the top of my list. We had so much fun back then! I cherished the community we had, though I don't think I fully appreciated it at the time. It feels strange even today, knowing that there were only four people in my senior class, but I deeply care for each one of them. Another aspect I value is how CAM encouraged me to develop and express myself through literature, writing, and poetry. I felt truly empowered and equipped to succeed. Today, writing remains one of my most cherished treasures.