Belhaven Alumni Awards

The Alumni Awards Luncheon is held each year in conjunction with Belhaven Homecoming events. This event is a wonderful way to recognize outstanding Belhaven alumni for accomplishments in their careers, churches, and communities.

2012 Alumni Awards Recipients

F. Stewart Edwards  ’92
Alumnus of the Year

Bonnie McDonald Grubbs  ’08
Young Alumnus of the Year

Thomas R. Patete  ’64
Church Service Award

Jane Everly  ’85
Bettye Quinn Education Award

J. Thomas Grantham, Jr.  ’71
Jim Park Business Award

Awards

Alumnus/Alumna of the Year Award – Presented to an alumnus/alumna who has brought distinction to themselves, and to Belhaven, through outstanding service to the community, state, or nation, as well as accomplishments in their vocation or avocation.

Young Alumnus/Alumna of the Year - Presented to an alumnus/alumna (a graduate of less than 10 years from the current academic year) who has demonstrated outstanding service to Belhaven and leadership in his/her profession, community, or church.

Spirit of Belhaven Award – Presented to an alumnus/alumna who has exemplified the University’s motto, “to serve, not to be served,” throughout his/her service to Belhaven and in their career, church, or community. 

Bettye Quinn Education Award – Presented to an alumnus/alumna who has been a leader in the field of education and demonstrated outstanding service as an educator.

Jim Park Business Award – Presented to an alumnus/alumna who has been a proven business leader and demonstrated outstanding service in the marketplace.