2025 Distinguished Alumni Spotlight – Gloria L. Fite

Our Distinguished Alumni Spotlight features recent award winners who’ve been recognized as part of ECTC’s annual Profiles of Excellence Dinner. Our winners are nominated for their notable influence and determination over time throughout their profession, family, and community. Nominations are reviewed and selected by the ECTC President’s Cabinet and Departmental Division Chairs. These individuals are the true embodiment of the many ways ECTC leads to better lives, and it’s an honor to share their stories.

Gloria L. Fite is the Co-Pastor and Church Administrator for All Nations Worship Ministries. She’s responsible for daily operations and oversees the church budget each year, in addition to teaching and preaching responsibilities. Pastor Fite obtained her associate degree from ECTC in 2017, then went on to acquire a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies from Western Kentucky University on the ECTC campus in 2024.

She was chosen by the faculty to be the guest speaker for her graduating class at the beautiful age of 60, which reflected her dedication to education and her ability to inspire others, regardless of age or circumstance. Fite has served with such organizations as Helping Hands of Hope, where she was selected to join the Executive Board in 2006.

She has been awarded many prestigious awards for volunteer service, including the 2016 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, an honor bestowed upon her by President Barack Obama for her extensive efforts to make a positive difference in her community. Two years later, she was honored with the Trailblazer Award, which recognized her strong work ethic and innovative support of women’s equality throughout Hardin County.

Out of all her accolades, Fite is most proud of serving as a military spouse to her husband, Michael, which required her to support him through many deployments in combat zones.

Fite credits ECTC for instilling in her a mindset of continuous learning and perseverance. She says Mr. Kevin Parrett made a lasting impact as her computer technology instructor, recalling his ability to connect real-world experiences with classroom learning.

To current students at ECTC, Pastor Fite advises them to listen to their instructors, for there is much wisdom beyond the textbooks.

ECTC’s Distinguished Alumni Program recognizes graduates and former students for their successes and exemplary service to their professions and communities. Nominees must have completed a credential (degree, diploma and/or certificate) from ECTC, or have been enrolled as a student at ECC/ETC/ECTC, at least five years ago. Self-nomination is permitted. Active members of the ECTC faculty and staff are not eligible for consideration. To nominate someone, fill out the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Nomination Form.