Campbell grads hear from successful alums

Nothing succeeds like success. That was the motivation behind Campbell University’s decision to bring back outstanding alumni, Drs. LeAnne Kennedy and Corey Furman, to address graduates at the winter commencement exercises, Saturday, December 17.
     “We’ve started a tradition that will continue over the next several years,” said President Jerry M. Wallace, “having Campbell alumni address our graduates, people who work and serve in a way that is commendable to us all.”
     A total of 655 degrees were conferred and 360 graduates were on hand to receive degrees at two ceremonies, one at 10 a.m. and another at 2 p.m. Speaking at the morning service was Dr. LeAnne Kennedy, Pharmaceutical Care coordinator for Hematology and Oncology for inpatients at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Kennedy received a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Campbell in 1993.
    “It wasn’t that long ago that I was sitting in your seats,” Kennedy told the graduates. “But success doesn’t happen overnight. I encourage you to find a good mentor, learn who you are and don’t let anyone else define what your success should be.”
    Kennedy, who became a staff pharmacist at Baptist Medical Center just one year after graduating from Campbell, also stressed giving back to the community and the university. “Success isn’t just achieved through your profession,” Kennedy said. “It comes in being able to contribute something to others, to your university and to those who come after you.”
    Dr. Corey Furman, who spoke at 2 p.m., is pharmacist-manager of a chain of independent retail pharmacies, Boone Drugs Inc., and a 1995 graduate of the School of Pharmacy. He urged students to set their priorities and be accountable for their own lives.
    “Real success comes from glorifying God,” he said. “Read your Bible every day to stay focused on what God wants you to accomplish. When God is number one, it trickles down into every single aspect of your life.”
     Graduates Artreese Adams and Janelle Munter liked the fact that alumni were selected to be graduation speakers. “It shows Campbell’s commitment to its students,” said Munter.”


Photo Copy: Dr. LeAnne Kennedy, Pharmaceutical Care coordinator at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center and Campbell alum, returned to campus Saturday to deliver a commencement address. Looking on is Campbell President Jerry M. Wallace.