Multiple Colleges Honor Alumni Achievements Across States

Several institutions recently honored distinguished alumni for their achievements, contributions, and perseverance. Alamance Community College recognized Matt Lawrence, Burlington Fire Department chief, with their Distinguished Alumni Award, alongside other faculty and staff for excellence in teaching and service. Henderson Collegiate celebrated 14 alumni who graduated from four-year colleges, highlighting their journeys as first-generation college graduates overcoming financial and systemic barriers. The Kiwanis Club of Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Oddfellows Club awarded scholarships to 14 local graduating seniors, including memorial scholarships honoring past members. Alabama State University announced an upcoming Distinguished Alumni Awards ceremony recognizing 18 alumni for notable contributions across various fields. Kellogg Community College honored five alumni for their professional achievements and community involvement, including long-time educators, entrepreneurs, and public servants.