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Meredith Schellin ’15 Turton serves as Digital Director for the Speaker of the House, carrying the identity in Christ formed during her time at Asbury.
Last week, Asbury University hosted Meredith Schellin ’15 Turton, who currently serves as Digital Director for the Speaker of the House in Washington, D.C. During Chapel, Turton shared about her faith journey and encouraged students to consider how their time at Asbury can shape both their identity and their calling.
Before working for the Office of the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Turton served as a staff assistant for the U.S. Senate and digital director for the U.S. House of Representatives, gaining experience in high-level communication within the nation’s capital..
Turton graduated from Asbury in 2015 with a degree in Journalism and Digital Storytelling. During her time on campus, she was actively involved in student government, cheerleading, and The Collegian, Asbury’s student newspaper: experiences that helped her grow as both a communicator and a leader.
More importantly, Turton’s time at Asbury played a significant role in shaping the foundation of her faith. Through Chapel, community, and daily life on campus, she developed a deeper relationship with Jesus that continues to guide her today.
In the fast-paced and often high-pressure environment of Washington, D.C., Turton shared that it is this faith that keeps her grounded. The formation she experienced at Asbury continues to influence how she leads, communicates, and navigates the responsibilities of her role.
An Asbury education equips students not only for their chosen careers but also with the character, skills, and perspective needed to lead with excellence and integrity. For Turton, that preparation is not just professional—it is deeply spiritual, providing a firm foundation that endures far beyond graduation.
Asbury University (AU) remains incredibly proud of Turton and the impact she makes in D.C., as well as her commitment to living out her faith in her work each day.
The Asbury University School of Communication Arts offers Traditional Undergraduate programs in Communication, Media Communication, Multimedia Journalism, and Theatre and an Online Multimedia Design degree. Graduate programs include the M.A. in Communication; M.A. in Digital Storytelling; M.A. in Instructional Design, Innovation & Leadership; MFA in Film/TV Production; and MFA in Screenwriting.