Joshua Graham Howell of Tryon was awarded a juris doctor degree from Elon University School of Law on May 20, 2012. He was honored as a cum laude graduate. In addition, while at Elon he received the award for highest comprehensive performance in the business associations course.
He was a 2008 graduate of Campbell University, receiving a B.S. in trust management and an M.Ed in business administration.
Howell grew up in Polk County, attending Mill Spring Elementary School and Polk Central School, and graduating from Polk County High School in 2003. He is the son of Susan Arledge Howell and the late Rick Howell.
He is married to the former Amberly Matthis of Clinton, N.C. He anticipates joining King Law Firm in Columbus in August to begin his career in law.
– article submitted by Susan Howell