In addition to Howard Landis (James Grandfather) other notable alumni are listed below.
Politician Albert Gore Sr.
Nobel Prize–winning economist James M. Buchanan
NFL quarterback Kelly Holcomb
Multi-Platinum Producer Tay Keith
Grammy-nominated audio engineer (Prince) Chris James
Music executive Bayer Mack
Nashville Star winner Chris Young
Film director Seth Christian
Country music artist Hillary Scott of Lady A
Composer George S. Clinton
WNBA players Alysha Clark and Amber Holt
Rock artist Amy Lee of Evanescence
Country music artist Hardy (singer)
Alternative rock/ indie rock artist Julien Bak