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Achievement Day 2027

Join us for William Jewell College’s 83rd Achievement Day Dinner and Celebration, the College’s signature annual event honoring distinguished alumni, celebrating Jewell’s impact on its community, and supporting student scholarships.

SAVE THE DATE: Friday, Feb. 26, 2027. 

  • 6 p.m. Cocktail Hour
  • 7 p.m. Dinner and Program
  • 9 p.m. Live Entertainment

New Location! The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center | 1 E. Pershing Road | Kansas City, Mo.

> You also are invited to join us for Achievement Day Convocation at 10:45 a.m. on February 26 in Gano Chapel. Honorees will share their career and personal journeys.
 

Check out our sponsorship opportunities below and purchase individual tickets here.

2027 Citation for Achievement Honorees

  • Lisa Essig ’89

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    Lisa Essig ’89
    President, Essig & Associates

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  • Dr. Kirk McCullough ’01

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    Dr. Kirk McCullough ’01
    Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute

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  • Jason Parks ’98

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    Jason Parks ’98
    Recent Partner and Chief Growth Officer, BarkleyOKRP
    Founder/Partner, Cowboy Advisors

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  • Kayron Parrish ’08

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    Kayron Parrish ’08
    Surface Warfare Officer, United States Navy

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2027 Achievement Day Sponsors

> Sponsorship registration form

Our 2027 sponsors and sponsor benefits:

  • Presenting Sponsor - $25,000

    Priority Table Seating for 8
    2 Valet Parking Passes
    Company Advertising Displayed at the Event
    Verbal stage recognition
    Recognition on 1 Designated Social Media Post
    Recognition in Event Invitation Emails and Slideshow
    Recognition in Dinner Program (print deadlines apply)

    Sponsors:

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  • Grand Underwriter - $15,000

    Priority Table Seating for 8
    2 Valet Parking Passes
    Recognition on 1 Designated Social Media Post
    Recognition in Event Invitation Emails and Slideshow
    Recognition in Dinner Program (print deadlines apply)

    Sponsors:

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  • Underwriter – $10,000

    Priority Table Seating for 8
    1 Valet Parking Pass
    Recognition on 1 Designated Social Media Post
    Recognition in Event Invitation Emails and Slideshow
    Recognition in Dinner Program (print deadlines apply)

    Sponsors:
    ECCO Select

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  • Celebration - $7,500

    Priority Table Seating for 8
    Recognition in Event Invitation Emails and Slideshow
    Recognition in Dinner Program (print deadlines apply)

    Sponsors:

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  • Benefactor Sponsor – $5,000

    Priority seating for table of 8
    Recognition in Event Invitation Emails and Slideshow
    Recognition in Dinner Program (print deadlines apply)

    Sponsors:
    Gina Bowman
    John and Melissa Dowling
    Spencer Financial Services
    ​The University of Kansas Health System
     

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  • Ambassador Sponsor – $3,500

    Reserved seating for table of 8
    Recognition in Event Invitation Emails and Slideshow
    Recognition in Dinner Program (print deadlines apply)

    Sponsors:
    Tyler Griffin
    Jim Shoemaker

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  • Scholars Sponsor – $1,000

    Reserved Table Seating for 2
    Recognition in Dinner Program (print deadlines apply)

    Sponsors:
    Larry and Debbie Harman

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