Alumni Impact

Awards

LMU alumni come from diverse backgrounds, careers, and experiences, but all share a lasting connection through the Railsplitter spirit.

We are proud to recognize exceptional Railsplitters of all ages and backgrounds through our awards and recognition programs.

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Alumni Awards

Each year during Homecoming, Lincoln Memorial University proudly recognizes outstanding alumni through its Alumni Awards program. Awards presented annually include the Nancy Rogers Leach Volunteer of the Year Award, the Dr. R. Martin Peters Young Alumni Excellence Award, and the Dr. Charles Holland Distinguished Alumni Award, recognizing individuals who continue to make a lasting impact while embodying the spirit of LMU.
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Halls of Fame

Each year during Homecoming, we honor exceptional alumni through our Halls of Fame Awards. Individuals selected for this prestigious recognition may be inducted into the Educators', Literary, or Professional Halls of Fame based on their achievements and contributions within their respective fields.
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40 Under Forty

LMU's 40 Under Forty program celebrates young alumni who are making a meaningful impact in their professions, communities, and personal lives. Each year, forty outstanding graduates under the age of 40 are recognized for their leadership, achievements, and commitment to excellence.
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Alumni Awards Guidelines
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40 Under Forty Guidelines

Alumni Spotlight

This could be YOU!
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Jessica Roden

Jessica Roden is a Physician Assistant, educator, and healthcare entrepreneur with experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, aesthetics, and clinical education. She is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Blox, a mobile clinical decision-support platform designed to reduce overwhelm and build confidence among healthcare students and new graduate providers navigating high-pressure transitions. Roden serves as the Chattanooga Regional Director for the Tennessee Academy of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. She is also a 2026 40 Under Forty Honoree!

40 Under Forty 

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From Classroom to OR

Alumna Inspires Knoxville PA Class of 2027
The Knoxville PA Program kicked off Summer Orientation with a special visit from alumna Addie Allison, PA-C ('24), now practicing as a neurosurgical PA. Returning to campus, Allison shared an inside look at her role, offering valuable insight into both hospital and clinic settings.
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CVM Alumni Update

Dr. Maddie Dedman, DVM ’25, has accepted a veterinary ophthalmology internship in Los Angeles, California, as part of her continued training toward a career in veterinary ophthalmology.

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