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The Office of Enrichment and Engagement works across the campus and community to plan programming and events that celebrate and honor ECTC students and community connections. Please check this page often for events.

Upcoming Community Events

Beacon of Light Awards

ECTC will proudly host the 2025 Beacon of Light Awards on February 28, to recognize African-American heroes in the college’s service region for their success, exemplary service to their professions and communities, and commitment to servant leadership and fairness. We shine a light on these incredible community members to honor their accomplishments and service that paves the way for future generations.

Nominations for Beacon of Light Awards are open until Jan. 17. 

2025 Nomination Form

Please join us for the ceremony, which will be held on February 28, from 6-8 PM on ECTC’s campus in the Morrison Gallery. Dinner will be served proceeding ceremony. Please RSVP to jerisia.lamons@kctcs.edu by February 14. Seating is limited.

Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Beacons of Light, established in 2017, honors local African American heroes who have made lasting contributions to fairness and progress in our service region and beyond. These individuals have shaped our communities through leadership, compassion, and resilience, overcoming challenges to create meaningful change. They have inspired future generations and enriched our local traditions, serving as true Beacons for our future.

2024 Beacon of Light Honorees

2024 Beacon of Light Honorees

Family members of honoree Tyrone Brown Williams, Selena Hudson, Alicia Gibson, Dr. Lucretia Starnes, Shonna Sheckles, Shirley Scott (seated), April Beard, Elaine Leach. Not pictured is honoree Dr. Anticia Alston.

Past Beacons of Light Awardees