Founders Day News

Emory & Henry Celebrates Community at 186th Annual Founders Day

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

The 186th annual Founders Day Convocation at Emory & Henry College was celebrated on Thursday, March 23, 2023. Each year, Founders Day is celebrated with a keynote speaker and awards ceremony honoring distinguished alumni and philanthropic members of the community.

Emory & Henry recognizes alumni for outstanding achievements

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Although the pandemic has not let Emory & Henry observe its annual Founders Day celebration in person for the past two years, the College is still recognizing alumni for their contributions to the school and community.

Award Winners Announced at Founders Day

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 04:00:00 -0400

During the 2019 Founders Day event, community members and E&H alumni were honored for their contributions to the school and the community. Joining us as keynote speaker was John E. Oden.

O’Quinn Challenges College to Conquer New Frontiers

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 04:00:00 -0400

In the 181 years of existence, Emory & Henry College has had many opportunities to conquer new frontiers, according to Virginia House Delegate Israel O'Quinn ('02), the keynote speaker during the annual Founders Day celebration.