Claflin University to Celebrate Its 2025 Outstanding Leaders Under 40
Nov 13, 2025
Claflin University is preparing to celebrate the remarkable young alumni selected for the 2025 Outstanding Leaders Under 40 Awards, an honor recognizing individuals who exemplify professional excellence, innovation, service, and leadership. These honorees represent the next generation of trailblazers who continue to elevate Claflin’s legacy across industries and communities nationwide.
The honorees will be recognized during the 4th Annual Outstanding Leaders Under 40 Awards & Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Family, friends, students, faculty, and alumni will gather to celebrate their achievements and the significant impact these leaders are making in their professions and beyond.
This year’s class showcases excellence across a wide range of fields—from healthcare, education, and public service to business, arts, technology, and military leadership. Their stories reflect the power of determination, purpose, and Panther Pride, and they serve as an inspiration to current students and future generations.


A Legacy of Excellence
Together, these honorees will remind us that Claflin excellence is not just achieved—it is lived, shared, and multiplied. Their leadership will reflect the enduring strength of our community and the limitless potential of the next generation.
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