June 7, 2024

On Tuesday, March 12, Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) celebrated the induction of three distinguished individuals into the CVCC Hall of Fame during its 10th annual gala at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. The event, attended by approximately 320 community members, featured entertainment from the CVCC Choir, the Smiths Station High School Jazz Band, and renowned saxophonist Warren Thornton, creating an evening filled with enjoyment and camaraderie.

The Hall of Fame awards are a tribute to those who have significantly impacted their professions, communities, and CVCC through their outstanding contributions and achievements. Recognized by the Chattahoochee Valley Community College Foundation, this year’s inductees include Dr. Lorenza Pharrams, who was honored as Distinguished Alumnus; Lynne Greene Frakes, who received the Distinguished Service Award; and Steve O’Steen, who was celebrated as Distinguished Athlete.

CVCC President Jackie Screws expressed her admiration for the honorees, stating, “It’s truly inspiring to see such dedication and excellence among our inductees. Their professional and personal commitment to service sets a remarkable example for us all. I’m proud to congratulate Dr. Pharrams, Ms. Frakes, and Mr. O’Steen on their well-deserved recognition and to welcome them into the CVCC Hall of Fame.”

In addition to the induction ceremony, President Screws presented Foundation Board Chair Roz Durden with the prestigious President’s Award, acknowledging her exceptional service to CVCC and the Foundation Board.

The Hall of Fame event is a night of celebration and a crucial fundraiser for the CVCC Foundation, significantly supporting the Student Scholarship Fund. This year’s event was a resounding success, raising over $107,000. David Fletcher, Institutional Advancement Coordinator, and CVCC Foundation liaison expressed his gratitude: “The overwhelming support from our community, sponsors, and Foundation board members has been instrumental in making this year’s Hall of Fame the most successful yet. A heartfelt thank you goes out to our 85 corporate and individual sponsors and the businesses contributing to our silent auction.”

For information on the CVCC Hall of Fame or how to support CVCC, contact David Fletcher at david.fletcher@cv.edu or 334.291.4938.