LLCC 2018 Honored Alumnus

Timothy B. Smith of Springfield was recognized with the 2018 Honored Alumni Award at the college commencement on May 18, 2018. Smith earned an associate in applied science degree from LLCC in 1987 and a bachelor’s degree from UIS. In 2000, he became president of Evan Lloyd Associates, a leading architectural design firm based in Springfield.

Mr. Smith has been involved in numerous design projects related to education, aviation, banking, office, retail, medical and parks. He is also an active community supporter and volunteer, including serving as architect for the village of Sherman.  He has also served on the boards of the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce and Dana Thomas House Foundation among others and committee member for the YMCA Soccer Program, Habitat for Humanity and Boy Scouts of America Troup 330. In 2017, Tim was honored with the Chamber’s Chairman’s Award and also Volunteer of the Year Award from the Dana-Thomas House Foundation.

During his commencement address, Tim shared some advice with his fellow alumni. “Follow your passion.  This will help you stay driven.  Always be kind and treat all people as your equal because they are.  Your success will be built on your reputation and the relationships you have along the way.  Be patient.  Find a good place to work and stay put. If I would not have been patient and enjoyed my smaller successes, the opportunity to be a partner at Evan Lloyd Architects would not have presented itself to me. Furthermore, when you reach your goals and have some success, which you will, stay humble.”