On Jan. 6, Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton accepted on behalf of the University the Distinguished Higher Education/Community Service Award from the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. State Celebration Commission.
This was one of several awards presented by the commission at a ceremony held at Harris-Stowe State University.
A letter Wrighton received from the commission in November stated: “This award is being given in recognition of Washington University’s outstanding commitment to the community and continuing efforts to exemplify Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s ideals and commitments.”
“I was pleased to accept this honor on behalf of Washington University,” Wrighton said. “This award reflects the ongoing efforts of Washington University students, faculty and staff who are committed to being a diverse and inclusive community. Being honored by the state’s Martin Luther King Jr. celebration commission is a very special honor for us.”
The commission considers and recommends to individuals and organizations appropriate activities for the recognition and celebration of Martin Luther King Day in Missouri.
Created by executive order on Dec. 2, 1985, the commission since has grown to include 19 members who serve at the pleasure of the governor.