ALC’s Unique Mission Featured on Podcast
President Joe Stepp had the privilege of speaking with Reverend Winn Henderson, M.D. on the podcast "Freedom From Addiction." President Stepp talked about the mission of Alice Lloyd College and the aspiration for higher education in Appalachia. Continuing the works of...
Alice Lloyd College Celebrates Alumna and Alumnus of the Year
On September 20th, Alice Lloyd College held the twenty-third annual Alumna and Alumnus of the Year Banquet in the historic Cushing Hall. The banquet honored two alumni for their endearing service. Margo Sparkman (Class of 2004) and George Nichols III (Class of 1980) gathered with family and friends to reflect on how their lives exemplify the core values of the Purpose Road Philosophy.
U.S. News Ranks Alice Lloyd College Among Top in the Nation
U.S. News and World Report’s 2020 Edition of Best Colleges ranked Alice Lloyd College among the top colleges in the nation! Nationally, among all colleges and universities, Alice Lloyd College was ranked: #9 among all college and universities for selectivity with an...
ALC Phi Beta Lambda Placed Among Top at National Conference
On Monday, June 24th, six students and one adviser traveled to San Antonio, Texas to attend the Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference. The students represented Alice Lloyd College well by working hard, overcoming challenges, and advancing to finals in several categories.
Fox Business and USA Today Recognize Alice Lloyd College
by Jerri Whitner, Student Contributor Over the past few days, Alice Lloyd College has received recognition by both Fox Business and USA Today for the College’s unique Student Work Program and Tuition Guarantee Scholarship. The recognition stemmed from an article...
Hana Sword: Piecing Together A Brighter Future
McHana Sword, who goes by Hana, is a junior from Floyd County, Kentucky, majoring in English. However, she is much more than just a student. Hana epitomizes the belief that if you get knocked down, you get back up, dust yourself off, and continue on your chosen path....
Yahoo Finance Lists ALC among Tuition-Free Colleges and Universities of 2019
Recently, Yahoo Finance listed Alice Lloyd College in “Tuition-Free Colleges and Universities of 2019”. The report, originally generated by the OnlineSchoolsCenter.com, outlines, “The best free institutions of higher education in the country that also provide outstanding degree and certificate programs.”
Alice Lloyd College Announces Spring 2019 Honors List
Alice Lloyd College would like to congratulate the following students for earning a high level of academic distinction during the Spring 2019 semester. We encourage you to submit an announcement of your achievement to your hometown newspaper. Download the...
New York Times Features Alice Lloyd College
Alice Lloyd College was recently featured in an article published in the New York Times. Written by one, Alice Lloyd (of no relation), the article “There Are Better Ways to Do College” highlights ALC’s Student Work Program. Designed to build strong character and give students an opportunity to gain job experience, the program requires all full-time students to complete a minimum of 10 work hours per week to an assigned area on campus.
ALC Students Share Appalachian Music with the Chicago Region
Alice Lloyd College’s Voices of Appalachia recently traveled to Chicago, Illinois, on their annual choir tour. VoA President Grace Driskill recalls her experience on the tour.
Donor Spotlight: Dr. Shelba Proffitt
by Dru Walters, Student Contributor Whitesburg, KY native and ALC friend, Dr. Shelba Proffitt, is one of the extraordinary people behind space defense for the United States of America. Dr. Proffitt began her career as a member of the Von Braun Space Team in...
ALC Celebrates the Class of 2019
On Saturday, May 4th, family and friends gathered in the Campbell Arts Center to watch ALC’s Class of 2019 graduate. In opening remarks, President Joe Stepp welcomed family and friends to the campus and praised graduates for their outstanding...
Emily Stewart: Finding Triumph Through Adversity
by Elena Mendez, Student Contributor Emily Faith Stewart from Whitesburg, Kentucky, is a 2019 graduate from Alice Lloyd College. She completed her courses in the fall of 2018 and is now waiting for her graduation ceremony in May 2019. Although she heard about ALC in...
Christine Stumbo: Committed to a Life of Service
by Dru Walters, Student Contributor Alice Lloyd College Dean of Women and Freshman Transition Coordinator, Christine Stumbo, has been with ALC for 45 years. She believes that what drives her continued commitment to the institution is her faith. “It has really been a...
ALC Recognizes Achievements of Student Workers
On April 11, Alice Lloyd College hosted its annual Work Study Awards followed by the Work Study Olympics. As one of nine work colleges in the nation, ALC believes it is important to honor the hard work the students do throughout the year....
Alice Lloyd College Holds Annual Honors Day Celebration
Alice Lloyd College held its annual Honors Day celebration on Tuesday, April 9th. The College recognized students for their exceptional achievements in academics. Various awards were handed out for excellence in specific subjects and majors. Awards for...
Dedicated to Giving Back: Adam Adkins
Adam Adkins is a junior accounting major from Floyd County, Kentucky, and he is traveling the Purpose Road in search of a brighter future not only for himself but also for his wife and parents.
Honoring Miss June’s Legacy
by Jerri Whitner, Student Contributor Alice Lloyd came to the mountains of Eastern Kentucky to find some respite for her aching body, and found her life’s purpose in helping educate those residing in Appalachia. She had a large task set before her. For two years, she...