Neeley Greene: A Passion for Serving Others
By Abi Dobson, Student Contributor Neeley Greene, a sophomore from Rogersville, Tennessee, came to Alice Lloyd College to pursue a career in news reporting. Neeley found her way to ALC by researching affordable colleges that would help her remain debt-free and,...
Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Margaret F. Sloan
Dr. Margaret F. Richardson Sloan, a 1994 graduate of Alice Lloyd College, currently serves as the Director of the School of Strategic Leadership Studies at James Madison University (Harrisonburg, VA) and is a professor in the program.
She initially attended Vanderbilt University, but when her father could no longer support her education there, a beloved aunt in Hazard, Kentucky, recommended Alice Lloyd College. “ALC helped me when no other institution would and made a way for me to finish my undergraduate degree,” stated Margaret. At ALC, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in English.
ALC Women’s Basketball Contributes to Flood Relief
By Madison Nantz, Student Reporter The Alice Lloyd College Women’s Basketball team has been actively involved in assisting the surrounding community with flood relief efforts. In late July, Eastern Kentucky was hit by a devastating flood that resulted in many...
Alice Lloyd College to Hold Purpose Road Service Day
Alice Lloyd College has announced plans to hold a day of service on October 8, 2022. As many know, the College will not be hosting its annual Appalachia Day Homecoming due to the historic flooding that devastated many areas of Eastern Kentucky in late July. On campus,...
Alice Lloyd College Celebrates Alumna and Alumnus of the Year
On September 16th, Alice Lloyd College held the twenty-fourth annual Alumna and Alumnus of the Year Banquet in the historic Cushing Hall. The banquet honored two alumni for their endearing service. Mrs. Mary Lois Jacobs (Class of 1960) and Mr. Cloys Thornsberry (Class...
ALC Alumna Coordinates Water with Blessings
Dr. Kassi Duncan Marshall attended Alice Lloyd College until 2000, and then went on to medical school at the University of Louisville. Kassi says that Alice Lloyd and June Buchanan’s sacrifices and beliefs in the people of Appalachia, especially those in Eastern Kentucky, gave so much hope and opportunity to herself and others that have attended ALC. The recent flooding in Eastern Kentucky calls for new challenges, where believing in God, community, and each other is essential to overcoming this tragedy. Through her faith in God and her belief in others, Dr. Kassi Marshall has found herself leading a relief effort right here at home.
U.S. News Ranks Alice Lloyd College Among Top in the Nation
U.S. News and World Report’s 2023 Edition of Best Colleges ranked Alice Lloyd College among the top colleges in the nation.
Alice Lloyd College Ranked #1 in Kentucky for Economic Mobility
Recently, Alice Lloyd College was nationally ranked among the best colleges and universities for economic mobility and return on investment for low-income students and Pell Grant recipients by Third Way. The College ranked number one in the state of Kentucky and number 34 nationally. ALC also ranked the highest of any institution in the Appalachian Region.
Alice Lloyd College Begins Fall Semester
The fall semester is in full swing at Alice Lloyd College. Just weeks prior to the first day of class, Eastern Kentucky was hit with devastating flooding. Although the campus suffered damage and was littered with debris, clean-up and construction began immediately to prepare for students’ arrival.
Alice Lloyd College Helps to Feed Local Community
Just over a week ago, devastating floods hit Eastern Kentucky, and many communities still lack power, water, hot meals, and other necessary items. Since that day, volunteers from ALC have spent countless hours in the community, walking the hollers to get food, water,...
Alice Lloyd College Offering Support for Those Affected by Recent Flooding
Our thoughts and prayers are with our students, alumni, and community who were affected by recent flooding in Eastern Kentucky. To provide support and relief to our students impacted by flooding, ALC is offering early move-in. Students may contact Student Services at...
Alice Lloyd College Participates in PBL National Leadership Conference
Alice Lloyd College had five students participate in the 2022 PBL National Leadership Conference hosted in Chicago, Illinois. The competition took place June 24-27th, where students Brittany Taylor, Misty Wooton, Haley Hurd, Peyton Sexton, and Kennedy Bowen competed...
ALC Hosts the Fifth Annual Alumni Purpose Day
The Alice Lloyd College Office of Alumni Relations hosted the fifth annual Alumni Purpose Day on June 9th. For five years, ALC alumni have been showing up on social media and campus to give back to their Alma Mater and the future generation of servant leaders. This...
Buttrey-Owens Named ALC Cross Country and Track Coach
Alice Lloyd College has named Brittney Buttrey-Owens as the head Cross Country and Track coach for the 2022-23 season. The new mentor will guide both the men’s and women’s programs. She served as an assistant in all four sports during the 2021-22 campaign. The 2020...
ALC Hosts Summer Orientation
by Abi Dobson, Student Contributor On June 18, Alice Lloyd College hosted the incoming class of 2026 and their families for Summer Orientation. President Joe Stepp and Director of Enrollment Management Tori Nairn welcomed students and families with speeches. They were...
Alice Lloyd College Receives Grant from AEP Foundation
Alice Lloyd College has been awarded a grant from the AEP Foundation to support the Appalachian Career Readiness and Leadership Development Initiative. Beginning in the fall of 2022, the Initiative will help provide students with a unique learning experience unlike any other college in the nation through mentorship, leadership seminars, workshops, real-life management experience, and financial help.
Ryan Morris: Moving Forward
by Abi Dobson, Student Contributor Ryan Morris, a first-generation graduating senior from Dryden, Virginia, came to Alice Lloyd College in hopes of pursuing a degree in two majors: History and Communication Studies. Coming from Virginia, Ryan heard about ALC his...
ALC Alumna Receives SCP Health Excellence in Leadership Award
Jessica Amburgey, a 2008 ALC Alumna, recently received the SCP Health Excellence in Leadership Award. She was chosen out of 7,500 applicants for her constant demonstration of exceptional leadership and proven results. Jessica currently serves as Medical Director at...