Alumni Profile – Tanya Noyes ‘90

What have you done since graduating from LI? 
My career has taken a few different turns, but education and training have always been the common thread. I began working in education at Lyndon Town School, which sparked a long-term interest in helping others learn and grow. After moving to Burlington, I joined Country Home Products as a new hire and call center trainer and later worked as Sales and Marketing Manager at Dynamic Business Solutions.

Wanting to return more directly to training and inspired by a growing interest in wellness, I accepted a role at PureWellness as a consultant. There, I helped health plan clients implement wellness platforms that enabled members to track biometrics, complete health assessments, and take a more active role in their health.

An interesting pattern emerged as my career progressed. Growth through acquisition became a recurring theme. PureWellness was acquired by Cerner, and later Cerner by Oracle, giving me the opportunity to experience what it is like to scale my work within increasingly large organizations. Along the way, I took on additional products, managed a talented team of consultants, and adapted to fully remote work during the COVID shutdown.

In 2025, I chose to return to a smaller organization where I could have a more direct impact and reconnect with a former colleague. I now serve as Manager of Product Onboarding at TrueLearn, a company that provides online education to practicing physicians and residency programs. It has been rewarding to come full circle by continuing to support education in a healthcare setting where learning directly impacts patient care.

How many people in your family graduated from LI?
Both parents, Emery ‘62 and Sherry (Ronan) Noyes ‘63, Brother and Sister-in-Law, Todd ‘87 and Molly (Bailey) Noyes ‘90, Brother and Sister-in-Law, Ryan ‘93 and Shelly (Flood) Noyes ‘91 and my niece, Delaney Noyes ’21.

What was your first memory of being excited?
I loved LI/SJA weekend and fondly remember my friends and I sleeping over at Tracy Turner’s house and guarding the Puking Pig! 

What are you most proud of from your LI experience?
I was proud to be a thoughtful student and a good friend, and I took full advantage of the many opportunities Lyndon had to offer. I was a three-sport varsity athlete, participated in school plays, and served as president of the French Club, where I helped organize trips to Quebec City and Paris.

What was your favorite lunch in the cafeteria?
I am embarrassed to say this, but my diet was horrible!  I probably ate more pizza and french fries than anyone should be allowed to eat!

What extracurricular activities did you participate in?
As many as I could!  Field Hockey, Alpine Skiing, Softball, French Club, School plays, etc.

Which class helped you the most with your future endeavors?
The amazing teachers I had at LI inspired me in my interest in teaching. In particular, I loved Mr. Johnson’s American History class. He had a real gift for connecting with students and inspiring them to learn.

Which classes were the most difficult and why?
LOL!  Math - just ask Mr. Reinhardt or Ms. Yerkes!

Which event was your favorite during Winter Carnival?
The Air Bands!

Where was your favorite place to hang out after school?
I have such fond memories of the port-a-pit. I remember lying there with my friends, talking, laughing, and trying to figure out all of life’s teenage problems. It’s a little sad to think they’re still there but not available for students today. Those moments really stuck with me.

Who was your favorite teacher at LI?
I am not sure I could pick one - Mr. Johnson, Mr. Wolston, Mr. Reinhardt and Ms. Yerkes have all meant a lot to me.

What was the #1 song you loved to hear your senior year?
“Escapade” by Janet Jackson

Did you know what you wanted to study or focus on academically?
To be honest, I knew I was interested in education but could have also seen myself going to law school.

What Vehicle did you drive to school?
I had an Isuzu I-Mark.  The silver bullet!

Who had the sweetest ride while you were in school?
Julie Williams - her grandpa’s old Caddie! Her grandpa was in the class of 1934, Charlie Lang.

What is something at LI that you absolutely loved being a part of?
Sports have always meant something to me and have carried out through my entire life. Being active is an integral part of my life.

What is something you didn’t like about your LI experience?
There is very little I did not enjoy about my time at LI, but I do wish there had been a more active dorm program while I was a student.

What is your favorite quote?
“Bloom where you are planted” ~ Saint Francis de Sales

If you had to do it all over again, what would you have done differently? 
I would have liked to be in the band, but there just was not enough time in the day!

What advice do you have for students as they look for future careers or programs to apply to?  
Embrace change - After high school, your path could take many directions. You might go to college or a technical school, start an apprenticeship, or go straight into the workforce. One thing that will always stay the same is that things will change. Processes, technologies, and lifestyles will evolve, and you will meet and learn from people who are very different from you. The more you can adapt to and embrace change, the happier and more successful you are likely to be.

Who were your best friends?
I was lucky to have many close friends at LI, including Molly Bailey, Carrie Hibshman, Kurt Feltus, Julie Williams, Polly Walton, Tracy Turner, Sarah Elliott, Heather Root, Tim Nolan, Aaron Carr, and Shawn McCaffrey. The best part is that I am still friends with them to this day!