Famous Alumni of the Year

About the ACHS Famous Alumni Award

Each year ACHS chooses a graduate to represent ACHS in the DEAC Annual Famous Alumni program. This program is designed to showcase the significant accomplishments of our graduates and specifically recognize the achievements of distance education students. The Famous Alumni award recognizes distance education students who have demonstrated academic excellence and consistent commitment to society and their chosen profession(s).

2026 Famous Alumni Spotlight: Anne Moon

Anne Moon

Anne Moon is a leader in celiac disease advocacy and holistic nutrition. She earned her Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition from ACHS with honors in 2023, building on years of experience supporting individuals with celiac disease. Inspired by a career transition during the pandemic, Anne expanded her expertise through advanced study in nutrition, physiology, and whole-person health. She founded Beautifully Gluten Free in 2017, providing personalized guidance and emotional support for those navigating gluten-free living. Anne also helped shape Seattle Children’s Hospital’s Celiac Disease Program, serving as founding Chair of its Advisory Board and leading key outreach initiatives. In 2025, she was appointed Celiac Disease Program Manager, where she supports patients, collaborates with clinical teams, and advances advocacy efforts nationwide. Her career reflects the powerful combination of education, lived experience, and service.

Read more about Anne’s journey and experience at ACHS in our blog!

Past Recipients

KAITLYN MUSIK

2024 Famous Alumni

DR. JANET CARTER

2023 Famous Alumni

FARANTE AGER

2022 Famous Alumni

BRITTANY SENA

2021 Famous Alumni

KATJA EVANS

2020 Famous Alumni

MIRIAM ISININI POPP

2019 Famous Alumni

INGA WIESER

2018 Famous Alumni

LISA POWELL, MS IN CAM

2017 Famous Alumni

KELLIE COONEY, MS IN CAM

2016 Famous Alumni