XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA
DR. JW CARMICHAEL, JR.
INVITATION TO LEADERSHIP
We invite you to join the Dr. JW Carmichael, Jr. Premedical Society (The Society), a circle of leaders dedicated to empowering, mentoring, and supporting the next generation of health professionals. The Society ensures that Xavier University of Louisiana continues its proud legacy as the nation’s premier producer of diverse talent in medicine and healthcare.
The Society stands as a reflection of Dr. Carmichael’s trailblazing strides, carrying forward his vision and commitment to shaping future leaders in healthcare. His legacy is the establishment of the Premedical program at Xavier University of Louisiana, which helped to transform the University into the nation’s foremost producer of Black medical professionals. Under his guidance, the program cultivated a rigorous academic environment. It provided a comprehensive support system instrumental in significantly increasing the number of Black students successfully entering and completing medical school.
It thereby paved the way for broad and equitable representation and improved access to healthcare within the U.S. Dr. Carmichael’s imagination, dedication, and steadfast commitment to Xavier students shaped the University’s excellence in STEM education, blessing decades of graduates with his influence. The Society carries forward his example—mentoring, empowering, and preparing future leaders in healthcare—ensuring that his vision continues to inspire and guide generations to come.
WHY JOIN
MEMBERS ARE YOUR GIFT SUPPORTS
• Honored at special events
• Celebrated as leaders in our community
• Recognized as visionaries who inspire others to give and lead
YOUR LEADERSHIP COMMITMENT WILL YOUR LEGACY AS A FOUNDING MEMBER 1 3 2 4
• Expand Xavier’s ability to cultivate a dynamic, diverse environment for living and learning.
• Strengthen opportunities for students to thrive in medicine, healthcare, and STEM pathways.
• Harness the power of knowledge to improve lives in communities across the globe
• The Dr. JW Carmichael, Jr. Premedical Scholarship endowment ensuring deserving students have access and opportunity.
• Premedical Office Programming –mentoring, guidance, and preparation for the next generation of healthcare leaders.
• Pre-College Health and STEM Initiatives –inspiring and preparing the pipeline of tomorrow’s innovators.
• Minimum commitment of $25,000
• A Commemorative JW Carmichael Founding Member medallion
• Recognition in perpetuity as a Founding Member
LEAD THE WAY. SHAPE THE FUTURE.
Join the JW Carmichael Premedical Society and leave a legacy that transforms lives, advances healthcare, and inspires generations to come.
LEAD THE WAY. SHAPE THE FUTURE.
Xavier University of Louisiana invites you to Join the JW Carmichael Premedical Society and leave a legacy that transforms lives, advances healthcare, and inspires generations to come.
LEVELS OF LEADERSHIP AND IMPACT
Dr. JW Carmichael, Jr. Premedical Society donors have a powerful impact on Xavier -- your gifts provide the flexibility needed to create new opportunities and respond to emerging needs.
LEVELS OF SUPPORT INCLUDE:
FOUNDING MEMBER
$25,000 AND ABOVE
• Commemorative Founding Member medallion
• Founding Member in perpetuity
• Distinguished seating at JW Carmichael inaugural events
• Invitation to the President’s Leadership Breakfast
• Commemorative JW Carmichael lapel pin
• Special recognition in the donor honor roll
DEAN’S CIRCLE –
$10,000
• Commemorative JW Carmichael lapel pin
• Reserved seating at the Society launch
• Invitation to the President’s Leadership Breakfast
• Invitations to special events
• Special recognition in the donor honor roll
AMBASSADOR’S CIRCLE –
$5,000
• Commemorative JW Carmichael lapel pin
• Reserved seating at the Society launch
• Invitation to the President’s Leadership Breakfast
• Special recognition in the donor honor roll
YOUR CONTRIBUTION SUPPORTS:
• The JW Carmichael Fund
• Premedical Office Staffing and Programming
• Pre-College Health and STEM Programs
• The Annual Fund
Please continue supporting the extraordinary progress happening every day at Xavier University of Louisiana by becoming and remaining a proud member of the Dr. JW Carmichael, Jr. Premedical Society. Together, we can ensure that the future of medicine thrives through strong partnerships with committed supporters like you
Stay connected with the Dr. JW Carmichael, Jr. Premedical Society Contact Us ia@xula.edu 504-520-7575
Your leadership makes a difference. Whether through membership as a Founding Member, or supporting scholarships and mentoring, your engagement transforms lives and advances Xavier’s commitment to educational excellence and opportunity for all.