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(l. to r.): Frank E. "Pepper" Laughon Jr. '59, Donte Boone '11, Stuart Laughon |
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Brothers for Change was founded in 2005. |
The Randolph-Macon College
Brothers for Change organization was presented the Pepper and Stuart Laughon Commitment to Community Award on Friday, April 29, 2011.
This prestigious award is given annually to an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to enrich the lives of others. The award is named in honor of R-MC Board of Trustee member Frank E. “Pepper” Laughon Jr. ’59 and his wife Stuart. The Laughons presented the award during a Student Affairs Committee meeting of the Board of Trustees.
Nominations for the award came from faculty, staff and students. The award includes a certificate of appreciation and the opportunity to select an on-campus registered student organization that will receive a monetary prize.
Brothers for Change
The Brothers for Change organization was founded in 2005 and has accomplished several milestones in its contributions to community service. They have prepared and presented Thanksgiving baskets and Christmas gifts to families in need and raked leaves for elderly citizens. In addition, the group hosts an annual Community Day, a program for local children that offers learning through games, movies and mentorship.
Dean of Students Grant Azdell lauded the group’s efforts. “Brothers for Change members carry out their values of commitment, philanthropy and helping others through community service,” he said. “They are dedicated to making a difference in the community through positive action, which is why they are so deserving of this award.”
In addition to Student Affairs Committee members, attendees included Parent Liaison for the Student Affairs Committee Anne Nelson Morck, as well as student leaders Erica Waters ’13 (
Student Government Association president), Whitney Edwards ’11 (Panhellenic president), Will Lothian ’12 (
Inter-fraternity Council president) and Savino Padrone ’11 (
Commuter Student Association president).
Pepper and Stuart Laughon
Pepper Laughon is a member of the R-MC Board of Trustees and serves on the Randolph-Macon College Student Affairs Committee and the Athletic Committee. He also serves as chair of the Greek Alumni Advisory Board. Stuart Laughon’s steadfast support of innumerable activities further evidences the Laughons’ dedication to enriching the lives of Randolph-Macon College students.
Following the award presentation, attendees toured
Andrews Hall, a residence for freshmen that is currently under construction. The 104-bed suite-style facility is slated for completion in August 2011. Construction of the Hall was made possible by a lead gift by the Laughons.