Voorhees Students, Alumni Honored at 2026 UNCF Conference
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DENMARK, S.C. — Voorhees University proudly celebrates its distinguished students and alumni who were recognized during the 2026 UNCF National Alumni and National Pre-Alumni Councils (NAC/NPAC) Leadership Conference, held in February at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria in Houston, Texas.
The annual UNCF Leadership Conference brings together more than 500 students, alumni leaders, HBCU administrators, sponsors, and higher education advocates from across the nation. Designed to strengthen leadership, advocacy, and alumni engagement, the conference serves as a dynamic platform where innovative strategies are explored and lifelong relationships are forged.
During this year’s conference and Legacy Gala celebration, several members of the Voorhees University community were honored for their outstanding leadership, scholarship, and service. The Hall of Honor and Outstanding Young Alumni awards recognize graduates who exemplify excellence, leadership, and impactful contributions to their alma mater, community, and UNCF. These prestigious honors reflect sustained commitment to uplifting HBCUs and advancing the mission of the United Negro College Fund.
Hall of Honor Alumni of the Year
Vinzanna Leysath ’07
Leysath is the President and Lead Trainer of Training on Wheels, a workforce development firm focused on technology and transferable skills training. A proud Voorhees graduate, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the university and later received a Master of Science in Management from Southern Wesleyan University. Through her work, she continues to empower individuals and communities through education and professional development.
Outstanding Young Alumni
Christina Donovan ’20
A native of Brooklyn, New York, Donovan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from Voorhees and was an active student leader, serving as Student Government Association President (2018–2019) and participating in the W. Franklin Evans Honors College. President of the DMV Alumni Chapter in the Washington, DC Area, she currently works as Government Relations Coordinator for NCTA – The Internet and Television Trade Association and is pursuing a Master’s in Public Policy at George Mason University.
NAA President’s Cabinet Chairman Award
Trustee Tiffany Gary ’04
Gary, president of the Voorhees University National Alumni Association and member of the Voorhees University Board of Trustees, was recognized for her exceptional leadership and commitment to advancing alumni engagement and supporting the mission of the United Negro College Fund and its member institutions.
Wells Fargo Merit-Based Scholarship Recipient
Dorrel Myers
A freshman Biology major, Myers was awarded a $2,000 scholarship through the Wells Fargo Merit-Based Scholarship Program.
“We are incredibly proud of these distinguished members of the Voorhees University family,” said Dr. Ronnie Hopkins, President and CEO of Voorhees University. “Their leadership, service, and professional accomplishments reflect the values and legacy of Voorhees. They continue to inspire current and future generations of Tigers through their commitment to excellence and community impact.”
Voorhees University extends heartfelt congratulations to Vinzanna Leysath, Christina Donovan, Trustee Tiffany Gary, and Dorrel Myers for their exemplary achievements and for representing the institution with distinction at the national level.
The UNCF National Pre-Alumni Council (NPAC), founded in 1958, serves as the governing body for student-led Pre-Alumni Councils (PACs) on UNCF-member campuses. PACs are designed to instill early alumni engagement, leadership responsibility, and a lifelong commitment to supporting HBCUs and UNCF initiatives. Students serving in PAC leadership roles actively raise funds and promote loyalty and fellowship between institutions, alumni, faculty, and students.
