Honoring Our Heritage: ALC’s First St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Excitement was in the air on the campus of Alice Lloyd College as students, faculty, and staff lined up for ALC’s first St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Thursday, March 9th. A small march was held last year, but thanks to the sponsorship of ALC history professor, Dr. Stephen Wilson, and a committee of interested students, faculty, and staff, the humble march transformed into an exciting parade.
Alice Lloyd Eagles Tennis Opens 2017 Season
PIPPA PASSES, Ky. – The Alice Lloyd College Lady Eagles and Eagles Tennis squads opened the 2017 tennis season on Saturday as they faced the University of Pikeville Bears. The women preceded that contest by playing a River States Conference match against the Carlow...
Dr. Henry Webb: Continuing the Mission of ALC
Alice Lloyd College alumni are continuing to make a difference in the Appalachian region. Alice Lloyd hoped that by founding the College that she would instill leadership qualities in her students that would drive them to make a difference in their communities and have a positive impact on the region. Dr. Henry Webb is an admirable reflection of those hopes.
Alice Lloyd College Basketball Raises Awareness and Funds for two Charities
On Saturday, February 4, the Alice Lloyd College Eagles Men’s Basketball team hosted the “Boots for a Cause” game. ALC Head Coach JR Hammond along with visiting Asbury University Head Coach Will Shouse, each wore cowboy boots on the sidelines to raise awareness for two charities that are close to both of their hearts.
Supporting Our Own: Fundraiser for Junior Emily Stewart
When students attend Alice Lloyd College they are given more than a purpose and education they are given an extended family. The Alice Lloyd College and The June Buchanan School community came together the week of January 23rd to help one of their own, Emily Stewart, a Junior Sociology major from Letcher County.
Spring Opening Convocation: Rising Above Mediocrity
On January 17th, Alice Lloyd College welcomed students back during the opening Convocation to ring in the spring semester. President Joe Stepp began by informing students of the multiple changes the campus will be undergoing for aesthetic improvement, functionality, and overall commitment to continually serving the best interests of the students while providing them with a marketable degree and little to no debt in the process.
ALC Theatre Set to Present Spring Production
by Dru Walters, Student Contributor The ALC Theatre Club and Director Charles Mullins are pleased to announce the cast of the 2017 spring stage production, The Oz Monologues. The Oz Monologues by Darby Wills Chism is a hilarious behind-the-scenes look at “The Wizard...
Scholarship Extends Opportunities to Regional Students
On Monday, January 2nd, 2017, Alice Lloyd College presented two $1,000 dollar scholarships at the WYMT Mountain Classic Tournament Awards Night, which was held at Perry Central High School.
Alice Lloyd College Announces Fall 2016 Dean’s List
Alice Lloyd College would like to congratulate the following students for earning a high level of academic distinction during the Fall 2016 semester.
Christmas Celebrations on Caney Creek
By Jerri Whitner, Student Contributor On Sunday, December 4th, in keeping with what has become a tradition for the campus of Alice Lloyd College, the Christmas Pretties Program and the Voices of Appalachia held their annual dinner and Christmas concert. The Christmas...
ALC Recognized by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
Alice Lloyd College has just been featured in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. In the article entitled “10 Colleges Where Tuition is Free,” ALC was recognized alongside other well-acclaimed colleges such as the College of the Ozarks, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S....
Weekly Standard Highlights Alice Lloyd College
Alice Lloyd College has once again received national attention for its unique model of higher education. The Weekly Standard, a popular conservative magazine, highlights ALC’s tuition guaranteed student work program in an article entitled “Appalachian Work...
ALC Hosts Trunk or Treat
Various Alice Lloyd College student organizations brought an abundance of smiles to hundreds of area children this Halloween as they hosted the seventh annual Trunk-or-Treat in Pippa Passes. The event took place on an absolutely gorgeous evening on October 31st from 6:30 pm until 8:00 pm.
Alice Lloyd College Recognizes Alumna & Alumnus of the Year
On the evening of Friday, September 23, Alice Lloyd College held its 20th annual Alumna & Alumnus of the Year Banquet to honor two alumni for their outstanding service and leadership. Family and friends gathered inside the College’s historical Cushing Hall to...
ALC Holds Memorial for Beloved Librarian and Faculty Member
On the Tuesday of September 13, 2016, the students, faculty, staff and family gathered to honor and remember, Dr. Jonathan “Andy” Busroe who died unexpectedly on September 8, 2016.
U.S. News Ranks Alice Lloyd College Among Top in the Nation
U.S. News and World Report rankings were released this week and Alice Lloyd College has again captured high rankings in multiple categories. ALC is ranked fifth in the nation for least amount of average debt. The College is ranked twelfth among national liberal arts colleges for alumni giving and fifteenth among all colleges nationally.
Opening Convocation: Off to an Empowering Start
On Tuesday, September 6th Alice Lloyd College students gathered in the Campbell Arts Center for the opening convocation of the fall 2016 semester.
A Trusty Servant: Jerry Edwards
Jerry Edwards, a retired teacher and current middle school coach, is an alumnus of Alice Lloyd College and has been on the Board of Trustees for six years. Graduating in 1982, Edwards was part of the first four-year graduating class at ALC. In addition to ALC’s Board...