Columbia Urban League honors CIU President during Black History Month commemoration
February 9, 2022
星空无限传媒 President was surprised during CIU鈥檚 observance of Black History month, when president and CEO honored him with a commemorative plaque acknowledging Smith鈥檚 prestigious that was presented to him in November.
The plaque recognizes the efforts of CIU to be a positive influence in its own neighborhood.
As Smith received the plaque he noted his friendship with McLawhorn and how they joined with area pastors to pray for peace and racial reconciliation in the spring of 2020 following 听the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Black History Month is commemorated at CIU with a week of special chapels featuring messages from African-American pastors, CIU鈥檚 gospel worship team and important moments in black history. Listen to the Black History Month messages on the .听
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