Prince George's Community College Celebrates Inauguration of Dr. Charlene Mickens Dukes
Historic Ceremony Recognizes First Woman President
(LARGO - September 27, 2008) — Prince George’s Community College will host the Inauguration of Dr. Charlene Mickens Dukes, eighth president of the college, on Friday, October 3, 2008 at 1 p.m. in the Queen Anne Fine Arts building. The community is invited to share in the celebration of the first woman president in the college’s 50-year history.
“The board of trustees is honored to announce the inauguration of President Charlene M. Dukes,” said William Dean Frazier, chairman for the board of trustees. “Her passion for student success expresses her commitment to providing quality education to the community,” he added.
In addition to the inaugural ceremony, the college is hosting the following week-long series of inaugural activities, which are free and open to the public.
The 16th Annual Bluebird Festival is Sunday, Sept. 28, noon to 6 p.m., in front of Novak Field House and the High Technology Center and in Queen Anne Fine Arts building, Hallam Theatre. The festival features live entertainment, food and fun for the entire family.
The 'One Brick at a Time' Dedication Ceremony will be held on Sept. 30, 4 to 6 p.m. in the Marlboro Hall courtyard. Students, alumni, employees and members of the community have become a part of history by purchasing personalized commemorative bricks. The engraved bricks will be laid around the Marlboro Hall courtyard, which is surrounded by landscaping, benches, water fountain and walkways. A reception will follow the dedication ceremony in Marlboro Gallery.
Conversations with Dr. Dukes, a student reception, is Wednesday, Oct. 1, 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. in Marlboro Gallery. Students are invited to interact with President Dukes and share their aspirations.
The Inaugural Gospel Concert is Thursday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m. in Queen Anne Fine Arts building, Hallam Theatre. Local and regional artists will perform.
Immediately following the inaugural ceremony on Friday, Oct. 3, an Inaugural Reception begins in Largo Student Center, Community Rooms A, B and C.
“President Dukes wants to include community members, faculty, staff and students in the inaugural events,” says Lynda Logan, dean of learning resources and co-chair of the inaugural subcommittee. “This is about Prince George's Community College and its contributions to Prince George's County and for Dr. Dukes, the focus must be broad and inclusive.”
Inaugural activities are one of a series of educational, cultural, arts and dance events that Prince George’s Community College is hosting throughout the year in celebration of its 50th Anniversary, culminating with a gala on Sept. 17. For more information on inaugural activities, please call 301.322.0853.
Prince George's Community College is a comprehensive, public, post-secondary institution that provides high quality academic instruction, workforce development and continuing education to the citizens of Prince George's County and surrounding areas. The college awards associate’s degrees, letters of recognition and program certificates. For more information, visit the college Web site at www.pgcc.edu.
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