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Campbell Forward stop in Winston-Salem highlights people as key ingredient
Campbell Forward stop in Winston-Salem highlights people as key ingredient
September 24, 2025
Our greatest currency at Campbell University is our people - the authentic connection, deep sense of pride and unwavering commitment to building a better, stronger Campbell each and every day.
For his second stop in his Campbell Forward speaking tour, Campbell University President Dr. William Downs visited Winston-Salem's thriving arts district. Bright paintings, decadent designs and a sprawling tree-shaped gathering space invited warmth inside the Arts Council of Forsyth County. Alumni and students spanning eight decades gathered to share stories, memories and a renewed sense of pride in the Campbell community.
Aviel Eubanks ('25), who recently served as Student Body Class President, delivered the welcome message and echoed the impact of a conversation she had with her mother during move-in day of her freshman year.
"I wanted to make a difference here," noted Eubanks, addressing the crowd from a recent alumni perspective. "I never thought I'd accomplish all the things I did in college. Campbell molded me into the person I am today."
Eubanks' efforts shaping student initiatives and connecting the campus across 70-plus organizations left quite an impact. She noted her Campbell journey will add another hump soon, as she is pursuing her graduate degree this spring.
Downs showed admiration for Eubanks role in the presidential search committee. During that process, Downs asked her numerous questions and said he was impressed by the spirit and determination of both Eubanks and the student body as a whole. He described that first impression as a major factor in his decision to accept the job.
He challenged the alumni on hand in Winston-Salem to show that same spirit and determination to make Campbell better.
"No university succeeds without the support of its alumni," Downs said. "No university thrives without the support of its friends and partners in the community. We need you. And here's my invitation to you. If you have dreams for your alma mater, please share them with us. If you have ideas for how we can do things differently or better, please share them with us. If you want to support us as we work to build a better Campbell, let us know. We'd love to have a conversation with you. Your time, your talent, and your treasure can and will help transform Campbell University."
College sweethearts Angela ('88) and Jonathan Miller ('86) were jumping for joy a few days earlier in Barker-Lane Stadium as the Campbell Football team pulled out a dramatic double overtime win over Bryant. The Millers said they were thrilled to meet fellow Forsyth County alumni in this vibrant setting, and are ready to cheer on the men's basketball program against Wake Forest on Nov. 25. In their eyes, building that love and appreciation for this special Campbell community is paramount.
Winston-Salem was the second of seven stops on the Campbell Forward tour, designed to introduce the University's sixth president in 138 years to Campbell's growing alumni base. Upcoming events are planned for Raleigh (Oct. 2), with additional stops in Hampton, Va., Fayetteville and Wilmington. Downs will speak on campus at the Oscar N. Harris Student Union on Oct. 28 (tour dates and registration can be found here).
Downs closed his conversation in Winston-Salem emphasizing the importance of continual improvement for the experience for his most important people: the students, faculty and staff at Campbell University.
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