Cancer Research Scientist and Disability Services Advocate
Among C.W. Post Honorary Degree Recipients
World renowned cancer research scientist Kathleen M. Foley; chief executive
officer of the National Urban League Hugh B. Price; president emeritus
of the National Center for Disability Services Edwin Martin; and Long Island
philanthropists and cancer research advocates Joseph and Tita Monti will
receive honorary degrees at Long Island University's C.W. Post Campus commencement
ceremonies on Sunday, May 10.
The commencement speaker will be Hugh B. Price, president and chief
executive officer of the National Urban League, a highly respected social
activist organization that helps the disadvantaged living in the nation's
inner cities.
Dr. David J. Steinberg, president of Long Island University, will confer
the honorary degrees at ceremonies which begin at 9:40 a.m. on the Great
Lawn. Honorary degrees are awarded to individuals who, through their perseverance,
dedication to their field, and commitment to community, serve as role models
to students.
For more information call the C.W. Post Public
Relations Office at (516) 299-2333 or e-mail cwpostpr@aurora.liunet.edu
or send mail to: Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus, 720 Northern
Blvd., Brookville, New York 11548-1300.
