Ian and Ansley both attended Reinhardt University and both decided to major in Mathematics. At first meeting, Ansley thought Ian was loud and slightly annoying, while he thought she was unapproachable. After actively avoiding each other during two different math classes in the spring and fall semesters of 2016, they decided to put their differences aside and help each other in an upper level class during fall semester of 2017. A mutual friend planted the seed that they should try dating each other. After a few dates, they decided to make it official on November 10. The rest is history.

Well before the proposal date, Ian sneakily orchestrated everything without Ansley knowing. On two occasions, Ian made a trip to his hometown of McDonough, GA. The first trip was to design the ring with his Gammie using one of her diamonds. The second time, Ian picked up the diamond and met Ansley's parents for lunch to discuss proposing to her. On April 9, 2019, to Ansley's knowledge, her parents and Ian's family were coming to Reinhardt soley to celebrate Ian's Honor's Night. Ian was awarded the Student of the Year Award, and Ansley was only focused on that recognition and excitement. During pictures, Ian turned the tables and proposed to her. After that surprise, Ian had even organized for Ansley's entire family to be hiding at Reinhardt to celebrate. It was a night like no other!