Eugenia Aletha Frouxides Smither '78
Hometown: Farmingdale, NY
Graduation Year: 1978
ADN Nursing
Were you on any athletic teams?
The track team - we had one meet at Asbury - myself and one other nursing student.
What other student organizations did you participate in?
I was the student body president.
Why did you choose MidwayU?
The nursing school in my hometown had only 100 nursing spots - I graduated HS in a class over 1000, and even though my GPA and SAT were excellent, I wasn't sure I would be accepted. My mother's family lives in Lexington, which was my mother's hometown. My mother actually had received a voice scholarship from Broadway Baptist to attend midway.
Favorite MidwayU Experience or Memory
Sledding with the cafeteria trays during the historic winter storm of 1978. Having the first ice cream social at the president's house when I first arrived. It was President Cox at the time. the night of lights from the bridge. My pinning ceremony.
Current place of employment
Bluegrass Care Navigators. will be retiring spring of 2025.
Job Title Required
Compliance Officer and Vice president of compliance and Quality Improvement
Skills Learned at MidwayU
Independence. Leadership development sisterhood
Advice for future Eagles
Professional relationships are important. Be a lifelong learner.
What was your favorite thing about Midway?
Respected institution for its nursing program at the time. I liked not just being a number. As I said, I came from a very large high school in one of the largest metropolitan areas in the country. While it was an initial culture shock, I appreciated the time and space.
What are some of your hobbies?
Gardening. Singing, dancing, home improvements.
Interesting Fact About You
I am the product of my mother, who was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and my father, who was a naturalized citizen. This gave me unique perspectives on diversity and traditions.
Anything else you would like us to know?
My daughter also attended Midway - then University for Teacher Education and was a founding member of a women's group there.
Favorite Quote
The most important thing in communication is to hear what isn't being said - Peter Drucker