Alumni Council Members

Rhonda Allen-Lewis

BS Ed ’02, MA ’10

“Lincoln saved me. When I came HOME to Lincoln, I knew instantly I was where I was supposed to be. What better way for me to show my loyalty to the University than being on this council. Lincoln IS on the rise, and I want to help us go higher.”

Sharon Brown

BS ’79

“Lincoln affected my life in a major way… While there, I was afforded an opportunity to grow in a manner that allowed me to discover my skills and talents. My goal is to help ensure that Lincoln University is educating students in the next 150 years and beyond.”

Ralph Butler

BS Ed ’81

“I joined a family at LU that wanted me to be more than just successful. They wanted me to build a bridge others could cross to reach their greatness. My hope is for the alumni to be a powerful and united resource to support and assist Lincoln University in its mission by always being "Blue Tiger Proud.”

Florene Calvin Dawkins

BS Ed ’77

“I am profoundly happy that I realized that my foundation of education and excellence was rooted in the theory that if I made it at Lincoln, I could make it anywhere… I want to continue to see Lincoln University move forward, to see continued growth and development. I want to be a part of the change makers for my Lincoln University.”

Donna Cavitte

BA ’74

“I not only got a world-class education, but I was also able to participate in all activities I was interested in. I hope to bring common sense and good judgment to the function of this council… I want to help make us a functional and vital part of the LU environment.”

Vivian Chigbu

MEd ’24

“I'm a two-time graduate. I love my HBCU!”

Hardy Dorsey

BS Ed ’69

“LU embraced me, engaged me and gave me the confidence I could be a high achiever… I know LU continues to transform the lives of the students I have known and worked with over these many years…I believe I can bring insights and perspectives that can assist the Council and LU in the quest to engage and motivate alumni to give back to LU.”

Belinda Farrington

BS ’79

“I am still just as proud of Lincoln now as I was when I first stepped foot on campus in August 1975. I would like to serve on the council as a catalyst for change and resolution. I hope to become an advocate to drive any and all key initiatives to help support the University.”

Quincy Hobbs Jr.

BS BA ’69

“It was at Lincoln that I discovered that I could fulfill my dreams of being successful in life...My primary interest in joining the Alumni Council is to serve in whatever capacity to bring unity and unity of purpose between the University and all alumni.”

Joseph James

BS BA ’69

“The formal education and social preparation and nurturing that was provided to me by all administrators and instructors was invaluable… The lifelong friendships formed at Lincoln have been and remain an integral part of my life.”

Eugene Lock

BA ’65

“[I am proud] LU accepted my wife (Susan Heinen ’66) and myself, allowed us scholarships and subsequently lives beyond our rural dreams.”

Lauren Maupins

BS ’89

“As Miss Lincoln University 1989, I have always been vocal about how this amazing institution positively changed my life… As a member of the LUMO Alumni Council, I aim to be a catalyst for healing and positive change.”

Debra Maxie

BS Ed ’72, MEd ’73

“I owe a huge THANK YOU to this small campus on a hill for nurturing, guiding and shaping me into the woman I became. The key to any group, organization or council is active membership. I hope to bring constructive discussion, feedback and action to keep us moving forward.”

Joyce McClellan

BS BA ’79

“I am profoundly proud to be an alumna of Lincoln University… I would like to show my gratitude by working in a collective effort to develop strategies that will increase recruitment across the country or internationally, enhance ideas related to student retention, program completion, graduation rates, and build successful alumni chapters.”

Donald Scott

BA ’60

“[I am proud of] the historical resilience of LU leaders to educate and develop African American students to excel in a racially segregated society and to continue that purpose among a racially diverse student population... [I hope to] listen, share and shape an environment of integrity, equality and support of decisions in the best interests of Lincoln University of Missouri’s purpose and goals.”

Kendra Thomas

BLS ’13

“I value the education and life experiences I received at LU. I am interested in joining this council to be more active with the university and bring different ideas and perspectives to the council.”