 |
| Amb. Clyde Rivers with Prof. Jackson and Dr. Donella Pitzl |
February 2017 - Northern Kentucky University - Highland Heights, Kentucky: Prof. Eric Jackson received the World Civility Award for his work in bringing
Black History Studies to life around the world, through his curriculum
development and published works; and establishing healthy civil dialogue to histories
of different cultures. He’s worked with the NAACP and different cultural groups
to help bring civil dialogue to historic issues. Prof. Jackson is highly esteemed by his students and colleagues alike. According
to many, he has a way of talking straight while bringing life and hope to
people. Prof. Eric is a fine example of a true World Civility Awardee. The
award was presented by Ambassador Clyde Rivers and Dr. Donella Pitzl in the
company of friends and colleagues on the NKU campus.
Ambassador Clyde Rivers is the Spokesperson for World Civility Day. This DAY was initially launched in 2016. Ambassador Rivers brought the Community Civility Counts resolution to a global stage, with one of the first renowned recipients of the World Civility Award being Former President of Zambia Africa, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda. He is one of the last living freedom fighters and a living icon for the continent of Africa.
Chuck Hughes, Executive Director of the Gary Chamber of Commerce and Gordon Bradshaw, the Chambers Public Policy Chairman, along with The Times Media Co. have been the biggest supporters of World Civility Day and the Community Civility Counts Resolution.
Ambassador Rivers said, “To honor a
man like Prof. Jackson with this award brings the level of the award to a new
height. It is men like him who make a difference in this world, and it is an
honor to continue to search out and find people with a deep-seated commitment
to Civil Dialogue in helping mankind dwell in peace.”
No comments:
Post a Comment