Alice Lloyd College Hosts Twenty-Seventh Annual Alumna and Alumnus of the Year Banquet
Alice Lloyd College hosted the Twenty-Seventh Annual Alumna and Alumnus of the Year Banquet on Friday, September 19. This special evening celebrated two distinguished graduates, Ms. Brandi Brashear, Class of 1999, and Dr. Kenneth Royal, Class of 2003. The honorees were recognized for their professional achievements, dedication to service, and continued support of their alma mater.
The banquet began with a welcome from Alumni Association President Dr. Chuck Stamper, followed by an invocation offered by Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Charles Marshall. Entertainment was provided by ALC senior Colby O’Bryan, and guests enjoyed a buffet dinner prepared by Pioneer Food Service.
Ms. Brandi Brashear has built an outstanding career in healthcare, leading the Reimbursement and Development team for CommonSpirit Health, the nation’s largest Catholic hospital chain and the second largest nonprofit hospital system. She is widely recognized for her expertise in hospital finance and government regulations and has played a key role in shaping state legislation that protects access to care and improves patient quality. Beyond her professional life, Brandi is an active volunteer with numerous organizations and has been recognized with the Hello Humankindness Award for her compassion and service. She credits her time at Alice Lloyd College as the foundation for her success and remains a faithful supporter of the College.
Dr. Kenneth Royal has achieved international recognition as a researcher and educator, specializing in medical and veterinary education, psychometrics, and assessment and evaluation. Over the course of his career, he has held faculty positions at several major universities, published more than 250 peer-reviewed articles, and contributed extensively to national and international medical committees. His accomplishments include being named the number one expert in veterinary education worldwide in 2023. Dr. Royal has also remained committed to service; a value instilled during his years at Alice Lloyd College. He continues to advocate for the mission of ALC in his professional life while also supporting his community and church.
Dr. Allison Holbrook Southard, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, shared remarks on the importance of celebrating these alumni who exemplify the values of Alice Lloyd College. Dr. Southard noted during her speech, “Because when a young person comes here, they are not just earning a degree, they are being equipped to make an impact on the world. Our honorees prove it. Their work has reached hospitals, classrooms, churches, and communities, and yet they remain faithful to Alice Lloyd College, giving back and encouraging today’s students.”
The evening concluded with closing remarks from Dr. Stamper, who commended the honorees for their achievements and their steadfast commitment to Alice Lloyd College. The banquet served as a reminder of the lasting impact of an ALC education and the ways alumni continue to live out the Purpose Road philosophy.
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