BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. – The Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine will host the region’s most unique outdoor dining experience, Standing Out in Our Field 10, Saturday, August 23, at the Barboursville Soccer Complex.

The annual medical student scholarship fundraiser draws hundreds for a picturesque and laid-back evening under the stars. Presented by title sponsor Marshall Health Network, this year’s event features a “Viva Las Vegas” theme. Festivities kick off with a reception at 6 p.m., followed by an evening of dinner & dancing from 7 to 11 p.m., accompanied by the vibrant tunes of the band, Santa Cruz.

“Standing Out in Our Field blends fun and philanthropy in a unique way,” said Linda S. Holmes, associate dean for development & alumni affairs at the medical school. “It a time to celebrate and make a meaningful impact on the future of healthcare.”

All proceeds from the annual event support medical student scholarships. This year’s event co-hosts, Drs. Andrea Lauffer (’10) and Caleb Huff (‘13), set a goal to raise $150,000 for the school’s scholarship endowment.

“This event has become a wonderful tradition that brings the community together to help the next generation of Marshall med school graduates achieve their dreams of becoming a physician,” said Lauffer, president of the School of Medicine's Alumni Association Board of Directors. 

Event sponsors to date include Marshall Health Network (Title Sponsor); Marshall University Research Corporation (MS-III); Valley Health Systems (MS-III); Champion Industries (MS-II); E.P. Leach & Sons, Inc. (MS-II); Logan Regional Medical Center (MS-II); Dr. Maury & Mrs. Diane Mufson (MS-II); Ohio Valley Physician Health (MS-II); Radiology Inc.(MS-II); Retina Consultants of America (MS-II); Hammers Industries (MS-I); MagMutual Insurance (MS-I); Marathon Petroleum Marine (MS-I); Network for Hope (MS-I); Ohio Valley Bank (MS-I); State Electric Supply Co. (MS-I); Keith and Tamara Huffman (Band); Drs. Daniel & Gayle Brazeau (Decorations); and King Spirits (Wine).  

Tickets are $175 per person. Additional sponsorships are available. To make a reservation, please contact Tami Fletcher at 304.691.1701 or fletcher@marshall.edu. For more information, visit https://jcesom.marshall.edu/alumni-giving/standing-out-in-our-field/.

Date Posted: Thursday, June 5, 2025