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130 Years of Excellence in Giving: FVSU’s 38th Annual Scholarship Luncheon Featuring Aflac President Virgil Miller

Posted on Jan 30, 2025

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) will host its 38th Annual Scholarship Luncheon with the President of Aflac Incorporated, Virgil Miller, serving as the keynote speaker.
The Scholarship Luncheon is scheduled for Monday, February 17, 2025, in the Health and Physical Education Complex on FVSU’s campus, beginning at noon. 

Formerly known as the FVSU Black History Month Scholarship Luncheon, this event is held annually on President’s Day and is the largest single-day fundraiser for scholarships.

Under the theme "130 Years of Excellence in Giving," this year’s luncheon aims to raise $1 million for student scholarships, furthering FVSU’s commitment to academic excellence and student empowerment. Fort Valley State University, celebrating its 130th anniversary this year, proudly ties the Scholarship Luncheon into emphasizing the focus on scholarship, sustainability, and success for the past 130 years.

The guest speaker, Virgil Miller, DHL, was named President of Aflac Incorporated in January 2025. In this role, Miller is responsible for all aspects of strategy and operations in the United States and Japan markets. 

Miller holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Georgia College, a master’s degree in business management from Wesleyan College and a doctorate in humane letters from Gammon Theological Seminary. He also served as a United States Marine and is a veteran of Operation Desert Storm.

Miller has been with Aflac Incorporated for 20 years and has held leadership roles in every area of the company. He is known as a champion for driving growth and innovation and is passionate about delivering caring customer experiences while furthering the unique distribution and employee culture. 

In addition to Miller’s career responsibilities, he also serves as a board member and trustee member of several for-profit and non-profit organizations. 
Over the years, the FVSU Scholarship Luncheon, along with proceeds from the University’s endowment fund, has contributed more than $2 million in scholarships to deserving students. 
For details about the Scholarship Luncheon, including ticket purchases or sponsorships, visit bit.ly/FVSU38ScholarshipLuncheon or call (478) 825-6474.  
 

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