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True Blue ReCoGnition

Each year during Homecoming, the Presbyterian College Alumni Association proudly honors exceptional alumni whose achievements and dedication embody the spirit of PC. These individuals are celebrated for their professional accomplishments, service to others, and unwavering commitment to the Blue Hose community.

Behind the Awards

  • Mary F. Lehman Service Award

Honors longtime Alumni Relations administrative assistant Mrs. Mary F. Lehman and recognizes an alumnus or alumna with outstanding meritorious service rendered to Presbyterian College and the Alumni Association.

  • Outstanding Young Alumna/Alumnus Award

Recognizes an alumnus or alumna 38 years of age or younger who demonstrates early competence within the chosen field of endeavor and exhibits exceptional promise of future achievement.

  • Honorary Alumna/Alumnus Award

Recognizes those who did not attend PC, but who have always treated PC like their alma mater and have brought honor to the College.

  • Dum Vivimus Servimus Award

Recognizes an alumnus or alumna who exemplifies the College’s motto, While we live, we serve.

  • Thomas Aurelius Stallworth ’55 Award

Honors longtime beloved faculty member Tom Stallworth, PC class of 1955, and recognizes a PC alumnus or alumna who embodies the best characteristics of Thomas Aurelius Stallworth’s Christian leadership, strong, bold character, integrity, moral courage & values, and who demonstrates the true meaning of neighbor and friend.

  • The Gold P Award

Recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of an alumnus or alumna in his/her chosen profession, which reflect honor upon the College.

True Blue, Through and Through 2026 Award Recipients

Leason Horne ’21 - Outstanding Young Alumna Award Recipient 2026 Emily Green-Conrad ’20 Irby ’73 & Fran (H) ’24 Hipp - Mike Turner Award Recipient 2026 Bruce Ollis ’80 - Mary F. Lehman Service Award Recipient 2026 Cody T. Mitchell, Esq. ’08 - Dum Vivimus Servimus Award Recipient 2026 COL (Retired) Jack Zeigler, Jr. ’79 - The Gold P Award Recipient 2026 COL (Retired) Robert W. Byard ’69 - PC Army ROTC Hall of Fame Inductee 2026

True Blue, Through and Through 2026 Award Recipients

Leason Horne ’21

At PC, Leason was head of equipment for football for 4 years, started the PC Ducks Unlimited Chapter, and led Kappa Alpha Order. He earned a BA in History with minors in Political Science and Psychology. As a Saluda County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sheriff, he was named 2022 Deputy of the Year. He became a SCDNR State Game Warden for Berkeley County in 2024 and was named 2025 Law Enforcement Rookie of the Year and 2025 and 2026 Unit Officer of the Year.

Emily Green-Conrad ’20

Emily graduated summa cum laude from Presbyterian College and was the Political Science Department’s Outstanding Senior. She served two terms as Student Body President. She earned a Master’s degree from American University and a Master of Public Health from Yale University. After five years at multi-client federal lobbying firms, she now serves as Director of Government Relations for the American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Association (AMRPA). She is a member of the Young Alumni Council.

Bret Jones ’93

Bret Jones is a 1994 graduate of Presbyterian College, a former All-American point guard, and South Atlantic Conference Hall of Famer. He has dedicated 32 years to coaching basketball and developing student-athletes, including one year at PC, six at Lexington High School, and 14 at White Knoll High School. He is now beginning his 10th year teaching and coaching at Dutch Fork High School. He and his wife, Ashby ’95, have two adult children, Maggie and Houston.

Irby ’73 & Fran (H) ’24 Hipp

For Irby and Fran, Presbyterian College represents far more than an educational institution. It is a community and family that has profoundly shaped their lives. They attend more practices and games than even the players and coaches. Through their support of PC Athletics through the Scotsman Club, the Hipps recognize the important role student-athletes play in the life of the College. Their generosity reflects gratitude for what PC has given them and a desire to strengthen the College and The Scotsman Club.

Bruce Ollis ’80

Bruce Ollis is a former Blue Hose football standout, longtime educator and coach, and PC volunteer. He played on the 1979 squad that rose to No. 1 in the nation. In 2025, Bruce led efforts to organize a reunion of the 1977, 1978, and 1979 football teams, working with the Advancement Office to bring more than 100 alumni back to campus. He is now helping expand that effort into a reunion for former football players and cheerleaders across generations.

Cody T. Mitchell, Esq. ’08

Since graduation, Cody has achieved numerous commendations, ribbons and awards, both from the military and private sector. He’s a 2011 graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law. He has served as municipal judge for multiple cities in the Pee Dee Region, while serving as Lieutenant Colonel in the SC Army National Guard. Cody currently represents House District 65 in the South Carolina House of Representatives.

COL (Retired) Jack Zeigler, Jr. ’79

Upon graduation, Jack began his military career as a U.S. Army Special Forces Officer. He commanded numerous operational detachments and the 1st Special Warfare Training Group, training more Soldiers than at any time in Special Forces history. Jack supports PC’s Army ROTC Program and is CEO of Advanced Computer Learning Company. In 2017, he was inducted into PC’s ROTC Hall of Fame and served as ROTC Alumni Association President during the 100th Anniversary of Army ROTC at PC.

COL (Retired) Robert W. Byard ’69

Colonel Byard received his Regular Army commission upon graduating from Presbyterian College in 1969. He earned the Combat Infantry Badge, Special Forces Tab, Ranger Tab, Master Parachutist Badge, Special Forces Combat Diver Badge, and numerous decorations. He holds a BA in History from PC, an MBA in Finance from The American University, and is a Certified Mortgage Banker. In retirement, he has taught Financial Peace University, built homes with Habitat for Humanity, and assists job seekers.

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