FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Media Contact: Helene Carter
Hcarter@paine.edu – (803) 664.0080
Paine College, Augusta, GA – Paine.edu


 

The Office of Institutional Advancement is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Young Professionals Under 40 that ROAR.

This achievement recognizes individuals who attended Paine College, who are under the age of 40 and who are contributing to advancement in a variety of areas. The selected alumni represent rising entrepreneurs, influencers, creators, professionals, and executives who shape culture, lead their communities, excel in their fields, and who pave the way for what comes next.

Eligible nominees must be under the age of 40 as of August 1, 2025. To submit a nomination, complete the form below. A candidate only needs to be nominated one time. Multiple nominations will have no bearing on selection. In 200 words, each nominator will be asked to brag on their nominee by sharing why they are nominating them.

NO SELF NOMINATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED!  FORM MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY AND ACCURATELY.  FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A DISQUALIFICATION. 

Eligibility
- Has an earned an undergraduate degree from Paine College
- Is under the age of 40 as of August 1, 2025
- Is willing to submit a headshot, if selected, that can be published by units within Paine College

Selection Criteria
Honorees will be selected based on the following:
- Seeks to uphold the ideals manifested in the Paine College Ethical and Spiritual Values.
- Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a lifelong relationship with Paine College and has contributed to Paine College (contribution, time, talent, or treasure).
- Has made an impact in their professional areas, communities, philanthropic endeavors, and/or Paine College. Examples of such include but are not limited to the following:

Company achievement or notable career growth (senior position, position of significant influence, fast riser, etc.)
- Elected office
- Board service
- Noteworthy, published works
- Successes in entrepreneurship, business, nonprofit, etc.
- National media coverage
- Outstanding civic involvement, leadership, or recognition
- Thought to be a leader, influencer, or "voice" in field/industry

Nomination
Nominations will be accepted from anyone including faculty, staff, alumni, community and friends of Paine College.

Nomination Form and Submission Link: Submit Your Nominee

Timeline of important dates: ·
- June 16^th  – June 24^th : 2025 Nominations Open.
- June 27^th -  July 10th: Nominees Application Period.
- July 21^st : 2025 honorees announced. All nominees will  receive communication.
- August 23, 2025:  2024 and 2025 Presentation and Celebration.

For more information on the Young Professionals Under 40 that ROAR, please visit www.paine.edu.
 

For questions, please contact Helene Carter, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at hcarter@paine.edu. 

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