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The event will honor several healthcare professionals for their selflessness, daily sacrifices, and commitment to patient care.\u201cWe are delighted to honor our healthcare workers at this year’s Benefit Dinner,\u201d said\u00a0Faulkner University President Mitch Henry.\u00a0\u201cThese individuals courageously face patients on their worst days, inspiring them with hope and healing. This dinner is just one way to highlight Faulkner University\u2019s commitment to training ethical and elite healthcare professionals through our College of Health Sciences, including our new School of Nursing. We celebrate the healthcare professionals who have chosen this field as their ministry to serve others.\u201dThe Faulkner University Benefit Dinner has long been a treasured tradition, eagerly anticipated by the Montgomery and River Region communities. This annual event invites notable public figures and nationally recognized personalities to speak, drawing a broad local audience. Past speakers have included U.S. Presidents, international heads of state, athletes, astronauts, and journalists, all of whom have left lasting impressions on the community.This year\u2019s featured speaker is Candace Cameron Bure, a dynamic force in the entertainment industry and a role model for women of all ages. Best known for her iconic role as D.J. Tanner on Full House and Fuller House, Bure has also earned an Emmy nomination as a co-host on The View and has starred in numerous beloved family films, most recently including, Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker.An award-winning actress, producer, New York Times bestselling author, and inspirational speaker, Bure is equally known for her philanthropic heart. She actively supports organizations such as Skip1, The Salvation Army, Compassion International, and Miracle of Mobility. In recognition of her dedication and heart for helping others, she was recently honored with the Ronald Reagan Humanitarian Award.\u201cCandace is a fantastic choice as our keynote speaker,\u201d said Henry. \u201cHer own commitment to service, both on and off the screen, aligns perfectly with our university\u2019s mission to train professionals who serve others. It\u2019s only fitting that we honor the healthcare workers who embody these same values of compassion, dedication, and care.\u201dProceeds from the Faulkner University Benefit Dinner directly support student scholarships, ensuring that future healthcare leaders receive the training they need to make a difference in the world. The event promises to be an inspiring evening, with Bure taking center stage to share her experiences and insights into the value of service and caring for others.Tickets are now available for general admission at www.faulkner.edu\/candace. Sponsorship opportunities can be viewed on the website and can be secured by contacting the Advancement Office. This highly anticipated event will shine a spotlight on the heroes in healthcare and the work being done at Faulkner University to train the next generation of healthcare professionals."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"News","item":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Faulkner to Honor Healthcare Workers at 2025 Benefit Dinner with Keynote Speaker Candace Cameron Bure","item":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/news\/faulkner-to-honor-healthcare-workers-at-2025-benefit-dinner-with-keynote-speaker-candace-cameron-bure\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]