The Salvation Army Central Virginia recently , recognizing Turner and two organizations for their commitment to improving and uplifting the community. Turner will be formally honored with the organization’s Shield Award for Excellence at a May 1 ceremony.

“I always leave that particular event feeling uplifted and grateful for the people in our community, and so I was just really shocked,” Turner said.

An Emmy Award-winning anchor and reporter, Turner serves as an evening news anchor at NBC 12 News in her hometown of Richmond. She’s also a member of the station’s investigative unit, 12 On Your Side, which focuses on solving local problems and, as Turner puts it, being “of service to the community.”

It’s that sense of service, she said, that keeps her motivated as a journalist.

“I get to help people and it’s a job that not a lot of folks have – one that I definitely don’t take for granted,” Turner said. “I’ve always found it important that people don’t just see the TV me, but they get an opportunity to interact with me as just their neighbor, their friend.”

A 2015 graduate who studied broadcast journalism, Turner praised Elon’s commitment to preparing students for the real world. She credits retired journalism professor Rich Landesberg for mentoring her and believing in her early on.

“There’s so much opportunity for real-world experience before you even get close to graduation, and it makes a difference in your success post-grad,” Turner said.

While Turner won’t be able to attend the May 1 luncheon in person – she’s expecting to give birth to her daughter, Summer, in the coming days – she recorded her acceptance speech ahead of the event.

While grateful for the recognition, Turner said accolades are never her motivation. What she values most is connecting with others and sharing their stories.

“I value a good conversation,” she said. “I value learning something new about someone else or meeting a new person.”

Thursday, Aug. 29
5:30-7:30 p.m.
The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing
4708 East Old Main Street
Richmond, VA 23231

Join fellow alumni and friends to welcome new alumni to the area! We will be providing appetizers and Elon swag. All alumni, guests and friends are welcome.

Please contact alumni@elon.edu with any questions.

Elon Alumni Holiday Happy Hour

Maya Mexican Grill

525 East Grace Street

Richmond, VA 23219

Thursday, 12/06/18

5:30 pm – 7:30 PM

According to , the annual event has collected over 40 tons of canned goods over the last five years, while involving over 30 colleges from Virginia and other states. 

The colleges’ and universities’ alumni groups set up school-branded tents and strive to collect the most canned food by weight. This year, the alumni from the many institutions set a collective total goal of 75,000 pounds of canned goods for FeedMore. 

According to the, The Central Virginia Food Bank serves to fight hunger and poverty in over 30 cities and counties in central Virginia.

The Elon alumni enjoyed the event and are proud to have made an impact with their community.

Alumni of all generations are encouraged to attend as we kick off a new year of chapter events. Family, friends and guests are welcome to join. Free food and Elon gear will be available at all events. This is an opportunity to connect with other local Elon graduates and hear from chapter leaders about what is in store for the upcoming year.

Learn more and register for your chapter’s event by clicking the name of your city below: 
 

Alumni chapters in Alamance County, the Triad (Greensboro), Richmond, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. hosted events in mid-August. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@elon.edu or (336) 278-7500.

The Richmond Alumni Chapter's board members were instrumental in coordinating and executing another successful event for the local alumni.

To see what is going on with Elon Alumni in Richmond, please follow the Facebook Page:

The Richmond Alumni Chapter will host an #ElonDay Party as part of this global celebration. 

Richmond Alumni Chapter #ElonDay Party
Tuesday, March 7, 5:30 p.m.
Bar Louie
Short Pump Town Center
11788 W Broad St
Richmond. VA 23233

Please contact Jennifer Boozer, assistant director of regional alumni engagement, at (336) 278-7443 or jboozer@elon.edu with any questions. To learn more about #ElonDay, visit .

The Richmond Alumni Chapter will host an #ElonDay Party as part of this global celebration. 

Richmond Alumni Chapter #ElonDay Party
Tuesday, March 8, 6 p.m.
Blue Goat
5710 Grove Ave.
Richmond, Va. 23226

Please contact Jennifer Boozer, assistant director of regional alumni engagement, at (336) 278-7443 or jboozer@elon.edu with any questions. To learn more about #ElonDay, visit . 

 today to let us know you’re coming!

Free food will be provided by the alumni club. We hope to see you there!

Please contact Jennifer Boozer, assistant director of regional alumni engagement, at jboozer@elon.edu with any questions.

The Richmond Alumni Chapter will host an #ElonDay Birthday Bash as part of this global celebration.

Richmond Alumni Chapter #ElonDay Birthday Bash
Tuesday, March 10
6 p.m.
O’Toole’s Restaurant and Pub
4800 Forest Hill Ave.
Richmond, VA 23225

Please contact Jennifer Boozer, coordinator of regional alumni engagement, at (336) 278-7443 or jboozer@elon.edu with any questions. To learn more about #ElonDay, visit elon.edu/elonday.