Episode 184: A Chat with Tripp Bagby (’91, LD ’23)

Welcome to Episode 180 of The Darlington Podcast! 

In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent talks with Tripp Bagby ('91, LD '23) about his favorite Darlington memories as a student and current parent and why he stays involved as a volunteer. 

Vicki Vincent first joined the Advancement Office in 1995. Since then, she has held a variety of different roles including class agent officer and director of alumni relations. She is responsible for the development and management of alumni programs for Darlington, including the Alumni Council, the Class Agent Program and special events like Alumni Weekend.

Trip Bagby ('91, LD '23) was a six-year day student from Rome who was involved in athletics. After Darlington, he graduated from the University of Mississippi and is currently the owner of Abernathy Pump Service. 

About Darlington Connects:

Every member of the Darlington Community has countless Darlington connections, especially in the work world. By supporting each other's careers and life goals, we are better connecting our students, alumni, parents, parents of alumni, and grandparents.

• Share more about your career in a Darlington Connects spotlight on our website or social media
• Lend your expertise to a current student or recent graduate
• Connect with others in your field or your geographic area via our Alumni Directory or our Darlington Connects group on LinkedIn
• Volunteer to be one of our guest speakers at Career Day

Click here to read more about how to get involved in Darlington Connects and email connect@darlingtonschool.org with questions.  

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The Darlington Podcast intro music was written and performed by Elliot Luitwieler ('22) and Kathryn Davidson ('22). Jaclyn Haynes, Upper School science teacher, lends her voice, and editing and production is handled by Maddie Chastain, content manager. 

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