Augusta Technical College has announced the 10 alumni who will be inducted into its 2025 Den of Distinction, an honor recognizing graduates who embody professional excellence and community impact.
The inductees are:
- Triyoko Boatwright, senior manager, Talent Development, Textron Systems
- Brent Butler, clinical manager imaging, Piedmont McDuffie Hospital
- Kimone Foster, master cosmetologist, Naturally U Haircare Salon
- Cornell Harris, athletics program manager, Augusta-Richmond County Recreation and Parks, City of Augusta, and Augusta United
- Lushunda Marie Hurst, physician assistant, Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
- Stephanie Ivery, owner/operator, Ivery’s Enterprises
- Tamara Y. Simmons, contract compliance officer, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office
- John “Adam” Stroup, program manager, Higdon & Herring
- Jessyca Utley, quality lab supervisor, BASF
- Dr. Vicki Vandervelde, department head/instructor, accounting, Augusta Technical College
“At Augusta Technical College, we are proud to recognize alumni whose dedication, talent, and leadership continue to make a difference,” said Interim College President & Provost Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston.
The induction ceremony will take place Friday, Oct. 24, at 5:30 p.m. in the Jack B. Patrick Information Technology Center Auditorium on the Augusta Campus, located at 3200 Augusta Tech Drive.
The semi-formal event is open to the public, with tickets available for $20.
“This year’s honorees exemplify the spirit of excellence that defines our Cougar Family, and we are honored to celebrate their achievements and contributions to our communities,” said Frank-Alston.
McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture and Piedmont Augusta/McDuffie are serving as Platinum sponsors, while Textron Specialized Vehicles is a Gold sponsor.
