Whether you’re seeking to delve into enriching discussions, participate in impactful initiatives, or simply reminisce about your college days, the Society of Alumni offers a range of avenues for involvement. All graduates of the College, as well as former students in good standing with a year or more of academic credit, are members of The Society of Alumni (SOA).
Society of Alumni
The Society of Alumni Board of Directors
The Society of Alumni Board of Directors was founded in 1839 to provide opportunities for alumni to participate in College programs; consult with and advise the administration and faculty; assist the College in maintaining a tradition of excellence in developing the mind and character of its students; and perpetuate the close relationships established during undergraduate years. Members are expected to serve on a standing committee; be active ambassadors for student recruitment efforts; actively support initiatives associated with the Board’s strategic priorities; and support the Randolph-Macon Annual Fund.
Committees and Their Roles
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The Society of Alumni Executive Committee
- Dexter Hurt ’94 (President)
- Tim L. Jackson ’97 (Vice President)
- Carter Lyons ’04 (Secretary)
- Jennifer Fitch Folson ’97 (Immediate Past President)
- Melinda Parker DeBrew ’95 (Chair, Board Engagement Committee)
- James Shewey ’01 (Chair, Fundraising Committee)
- Linda Mabry Wilkinson ’91 (Chair, Alumni & Student Programs Committee)
Awards Commitee
To recognize alumni and friends of the College with the following awards: Distinguished Service Award; Distinguished Alumnus/a Award; Distinguished Friend Award; Honorary Alumnus/a Award; Young Alumnus/a Achievement Award; The Susan H. Donavant Award.
- Carter Lyons ’04
- Tracy Safran ’97
- Stacey Spear ’92
- Linda Mabry Wilkinson ’91
- Marty Wilson ’85
*(No chair)
Board Engagement Committee
To identify qualified alumni leaders for election to the SOA Board and to nominate Board members to serve as officers and directors-at-large.
- Melinda Parker DeBrew ’95 (Chair)
- Butch Dreany ’95
- Wes Mabe ’87
- Christina Nuckols ’89
Alumni & Student Programs Committee
To work with students to develop programs that serve student needs and strengthen the ties between the Society of Alumni and the student body.
- Linda Mabry Wilkinson ’91 (Chair)
- Sandy Davis ’77
- Linda Gibson ’84
- Bailey Martin ’98
- Scott Sutton ’87
- Jennifer Wicker ’96
Fundraising Committee
- James Shewey ’01 (Chair)
- Missy Bass ’98
- Will Chalifoux ’07
- Melinda Parker DeBrew ’95
- Tim Jackson ’97
- Rafa Lugo ’98
- Stacey Spear ’92
Award Descriptions
The Distinguished Alumnus/a Award
Honors those alumni who have achieved wide recognition through contributions made to society through their chosen professions. Criteria: Nominee has become distinguished in chosen profession; contributions to society; professional publications.
The Alumni Distinguished Service Award
Recognizes those alumni who have made an exceptional contribution to the image of our College and who have supported the programs which have aided the College. Criteria: Nominee has provided service to the College and/or the Society, such as service, participation in local chapters or the Society; noteworthy referral of potential students; participation in annual fund drives; and “in-kind” professional services to the College.
The Young Alumnus/a Achievement Award
Honors alumni within 10 years of graduation who have demonstrated exemplary service or achievement in their chosen profession or community. Criteria: Nominee has achieved distinction relative to his/her age in chosen profession; contributions to society; professional publications.
The Young Alumnus/a Service Award
Honors alumni within 10 years of graduation who have demonstrated outstanding service to the college. Criteria: Nominee has provided service to the College through participation in Alumni Boards, annual fund drives, The Edge programs including Boot Camp, Refer a Yellow Jacket program and general recruitment efforts.
The Susan H. Donavant Award
Honors outstanding and dedicated volunteer service to the alumni relations program. Criteria: Nominee has provided outstanding and dedicated service in a volunteer role to engage alumni and advance the mission of the College. Alumni, as well as friends of the College, are eligible for the award.
The Distinguished Friend Award
Honors friends of the College who have rendered unusual and unselfish service to the College, students, faculty and alumni. Criteria: Nominee who is not an alumnus/a of RMC has provided services and/or gifts to benefit the College.
The Honorary Alumnus/a Award
Honors friends of the College who have shown unusual interest and affection for the College by giving of their time, talents, and resources to further the program of the College. Criteria: Nominee who is not an alumnus/a of RMC has provided services and/or gifts to benefit the College.
The Yellow Jacket Salute
The Executive Committee of the Society of Alumni Board of Directors has created this special award. To be selected, the nominee must have performed an act of service in the furtherance of the mission (purpose) of the Society of Alumni and/or the goals of the Alumni Board of Directors, which is charged with carrying out the Society’s business.