SJR112 Summary

• Commends Larry Ward for receiving the University of Alabama National Alumni Association's 2020-2021 Distinguished Alumnus Award for his professional excellence.

• Ward is a native of Scottsboro, Alabama, who earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Alabama in 1970 and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1974.

• Served over 30 years in financial careers, including as Managing Director of the Public Finance Department at Regions Bank Investment Company and later at Raymond James before retiring in 2018.

• Dedicated to community service in Birmingham, including roles as Chairman of the Birmingham Housing Authority and Parking Authority, Municipal Judge for over 35 years, and board member positions with the city's government agencies.

• Established three National Alumni Association endowed scholarships through the Jackson County Chapter to provide aid to University of Alabama students from Jackson County.