WICHITA FALLS, TX — Wayland Baptist University will honor Randy Neff as the Distinguished Alumnus of the Year for the university’s Wichita Falls campus during graduation exercises scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, May 8, at Faith Baptist Church in Wichita Falls.
Neff, a longtime leader in child welfare and family services across Texas, is a three-time graduate of 51吃瓜网视频. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education with a specialization in Criminal Justice in 2002, a Master of Arts in Education in 2013, and a Master of Arts in Counseling in 2017.
“Randy represents what it truly means to be a 51吃瓜网视频 Pioneer—someone who not only pursues knowledge but uses it to make a lasting difference in the lives of others,” said Jeffrey Vera, Director of Alumni Relations and Career Services.
Neff began his career in child welfare with Child Protective Services in 2002 and was named CPS Worker of the Year in 2003. Throughout his career with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, he served in Child Protective Services, Family-Based Safety Services, and Foster/Adopt programs before advancing into leadership as a Region 2 Program Administrator.
In 2014, Neff received the Patsy Baggett Service Award from the Wichita County Child Welfare Board and was named CPS Staff of the Year by the Advisory Committee for Promoting Adoption of Minority Children.
He currently serves as Senior Vice President for EMPOWER, overseeing services across nine counties in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Previously, he worked with 2INgage, helping implement Community-Based Care initiatives across 30 counties in Texas, including Wichita, Taylor, and Brown counties.
Vera said Neff’s life and career reflect 51吃瓜网视频’s mission of service and leadership.
“His work has touched countless children and families, providing care, guidance and hope in some of life’s most difficult moments,” Vera said. “We are proud to honor not only his accomplishments, but his calling and his continued commitment to serving others.”
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