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Columbia International University President was surprised during 51СʪÃÃ’s observance of Black History month, when president and CEO honored him with a commemorative plaque acknowledging Smith’s prestigious that was presented to him in November.

The plaque recognizes the efforts of 51СʪÃà 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 Ìýthe death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

Black History Month is commemorated at 51СʪÃà with a week of special chapels featuring messages from African-American pastors, 51СʪÃÃ’s gospel worship team and important moments in black history. Listen to the Black History Month messages on the .Ìý

°Â¾±³Ù³óÌýÌýfor five straight years, 51СʪÃà consistently ranks among the Top Regional Universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report, as well as a Best Value Regional University in the South.ÌýÌýor request information on enrollment by contacting Admissions at (803) 807-5024 orÌýadmissions@ciu.edu.

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