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Jan.
27, 2003 |
ESSENCE Recognizes President Jackson
as One of the 50 Most Inspiring African-Americans
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Courtesy ESSENCE Communications/
Time Inc. |
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Rensselaer President Shirley Ann Jackson has been
recognized alongside Colin Powell, Halle Berry, Oprah Winfrey,
Maya Angelou, and Condoleezza Rice, in a recently published book
by ESSENCE titled 50 of The Most Inspiring African-Americans.
The book features African-Americans who are breaking
barriers in a number of fields, including politics, education,
and entertainment.
"The women and men you will find in this
book are a special breed; wise souls who appreciate the profound
gift of being alive," says Susan L. Taylor, editor of ESSENCE,
in the book's introduction. "They come from every sector
of society; they represent the worlds of entertainment, education,
business, religion, politics and activism. Some are known and
lauded throughout the world; others are working quietly in their
communities, expecting no praise, wanting only to serve."
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"The women and men you will find in
this book are a special breed; wise souls who appreciate the
profound gift of being alive."
—Susan Taylor—
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The book is structured in eight categories: Icons;
Power Brokers; Trailblazers; Community Builders; Dazzling Dynamos;
Spirit Lifters; Healers & Teachers; Next Generation. Jackson
is profiled in "Healers & Teachers" as someone making
a difference by "nurturing young minds."
To read more, see
press release.
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