2025 Distinguished Alumni

On April 23, we celebrated our distinguished alumni as a part of our 15th Annual Scholarship and Awards Ceremony, an event which united faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends. The evening highlighted successful alumni making positive impacts in their fields. It was a night of pride, inspiration, and community spirit.

 

Kenya Beard
Dr. Kenya V. Beard ‘04
 
Frankie Hamilton
Dr. Frankie Hamilon ‘11
 
Sarah Pesce
Ms. Sarah Pesce ‘00
 

We had the honor of recognizing three extraordinary individuals for their significant contributions and inspiring achievements. The event brought together our community to celebrate the remarkable careers of our 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients: Dr. Kenya V. Beard ‘04, Dr. Frankie Hamilton ‘11, and Ms. Sarah Pesce ‘00.

This year's honorees embody our school's values, showcasing dedication to innovation, leadership, and service. Each has made a lasting impact in their respective fields, from transforming nursing education and public health policy to pioneering advances in patient care and healthcare operations. Their work serves as a powerful reminder of the profound difference our alumni make in the world.

Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of these truly distinguished alumni.

To read more about their journeys and about other amazing alumni, click here to read our Alumni Newsletter.