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Claremont McKenna Announces Dreier Roundtable Civility Award

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021
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If the bipartisan ceremony and discussion that took place recently at Claremont McKenna College is any indication, the answer is a resounding yes.

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  • If the bipartisan ceremony and discussion that took place recently at Claremont McKenna College is any indication, the answer is a resounding yes.
  • At the event, former Congressman David Dreier '75, a Republican, presented former Democratic governor Steve Bullock '88 P'24 with the Dreier Roundtable's inaugural Civility Award for exemplifying "the measured and thoughtful approach the country needs."
  • Pitney noted that it was "no surprise" to him that Claremont McKenna had recently ranked No.
  • Dreier was sworn into office as one of the youngest members of the House of Representatives in U.S. history, serving from 1981-2013.

East Meets West: Joe Walsh Collaborates With Amjad Ali Khan On "Prayers" Inspired By Frontline Workers And Social Justice Groups

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Friday, June 4, 2021
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The result is music that is truly collaborative, and unlike any Joe has ever created, infused with a spiritual feel, fittingly titled Prayers .

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  • The result is music that is truly collaborative, and unlike any Joe has ever created, infused with a spiritual feel, fittingly titled Prayers .
  • This EP is the result of the second of those sessions, which took place in Joe's home studio in Los Angeles during 2020.
  • "It has been such a pleasure and an honor to work on this album with my dear friend, the legendary Joe Walsh," remarked Amjad Ali Khan.
  • "We are so thrilled and grateful to Joe and Amjad for their generosity," says Polly Dunford, president and CEO of IntraHealth International.

Media Advisory - Governor General to Invest 40 Recipients into the Order of Merit of the Police Forces

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Monday, January 28, 2019
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Please note that the information in this media advisory reflects the rank and posting of the members at the time of their appointment to the Order of Merit of the Police Forces.

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  • Please note that the information in this media advisory reflects the rank and posting of the members at the time of their appointment to the Order of Merit of the Police Forces.
  • The commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the Principal Commander of the Order, submits recommendations for appointment to the governor general on behalf of an advisory committee.
  • Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is the Sovereign of the Order; the governor general is the chancellor and one of the Commanders of the Order.
  • For more information about the Order of Merit of the Police Forces, visit the Honours section of our website at www.gg.ca/honours or visit the website of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police at www.cacp.ca/order-of-merit.html .

Tully Luxury Travel Purchases "Madiba" at Giants of Africa "Mandela 100"

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Wednesday, January 9, 2019
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TORONTO, Jan. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - In December, Mary Jean Tully, Founder and CEO of Tully Luxury Travel, proudly supported Giants of Africa, the not-for-profit co-founded by Toronto Raptors president, Masai Ujiri,with the purchase of an exclusive and unique work of art.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - In December, Mary Jean Tully, Founder and CEO of Tully Luxury Travel, proudly supported Giants of Africa, the not-for-profit co-founded by Toronto Raptors president, Masai Ujiri,with the purchase of an exclusive and unique work of art.
  • The painting titled "Madiba" by artist Ajiri Ujiri, was showcased at the annual Giants of Africa fundraiser, "Mandela 100", celebrating the legacy of Nelson Mandela.
  • A devoted philanthropist, Tully is passionate about Africa and actively supports various causes to raise awareness for positive change, globally.
  • Tully Luxury Travel designs life-enriching travel experiences for a global clientele, curated with the utmost attention to detail.

Sightsavers: $105 Million Disease Fund Launched at Star-studded Nelson Mandela Concert

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Monday, December 3, 2018
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Leading philanthropists have set up a $105 million fund to help end a disease that has plagued humanity since antiquity.

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  • Leading philanthropists have set up a $105 million fund to help end a disease that has plagued humanity since antiquity.
  • Itbuilds on an announcement made by the UK government in April 2018 to boost elimination efforts through the Commonwealth 2018-2020 Fund.
  • "This persistent disease blights the world's poorest communities and traps people into lives of intense pain.
  • The Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 featured performances from Beyonce, Jay Z, and Ed Sheeran and celebrated the legacy of Nelson Mandela.

General David H. Petraeus Receives 2018 Soldier Citizen Award

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Wednesday, September 19, 2018
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BRYN MAWR, Pa., Sept. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Financial Services presented the 2018 Soldier Citizen Award to General David H. Petraeus during the fifth annual veterans networking and fundraising event, "The Clambake," at The Westin Philadelphia on September 13th.

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  • BRYN MAWR, Pa., Sept. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Financial Services presented the 2018 Soldier Citizen Award to General David H. Petraeus during the fifth annual veterans networking and fundraising event, "The Clambake," at The Westin Philadelphia on September 13th.
  • "It is our privilege to recognize General Petraeus' lifetime of service.
  • "His award also represents a beacon of inspiration for a whole new generation."
  • General Petraeus is one of the most prominent U.S. military figures of the post-9/11 era and has been described as "one of the great battle captains" in American military history.

Hon. Jean Augustine presented with Unifor's Nelson Mandela Award

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Friday, August 17, 2018
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HALIFAX, Aug. 17, 2018 /CNW/ - Renowned advocate for social justice Jean Augustine is the recipient of the 2018 Nelson Mandela Award, presented today at Unifor's Canada Council in Halifax.

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  • HALIFAX, Aug. 17, 2018 /CNW/ - Renowned advocate for social justice Jean Augustine is the recipient of the 2018 Nelson Mandela Award, presented today at Unifor's Canada Council in Halifax.
  • "I'm excited to recognize the Honourable Jean Augustine for her important contributions in the struggle for human rights," said Jerry Dias, Unifor National President.
  • The Nelson Mandela Award is named in honour of Nelson Mandela, former president of South Africa from 1994-1999 and anti-apartheid revolutionary.
  • This award recognizes the struggle, courage and achievement of Mandela in fighting against apartheid and in advancing human rights and social justice.

Seven Hundred Young African Leaders Forge Connections in Washington

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Monday, August 6, 2018
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven hundred young African leaders gathered in Washington, D.C. from July 30-August 1 for the 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven hundred young African leaders gathered in Washington, D.C. from July 30-August 1 for the 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit.
  • Selected from a pool of more than 37,000 applicants, the Fellows strengthened leadership skills and exchanged ideas with leaders from across Sub-Saharan Africa and the United States.
  • Throughout the program, Fellows developed lasting connections with Americans and forged networks with each other to expand U.S.-Africa cooperation on shared goals on the continent.
  • The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is a program of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and administered by IREX .

Willie Nelson Pays Homage to Fellow Icon Frank Sinatra on New Studio Album, My Way

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Thursday, July 19, 2018
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My Way will be available on CD, vinyl LP and digital formats as well as part of exclusive merch bundles on Willie's web store.

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  • My Way will be available on CD, vinyl LP and digital formats as well as part of exclusive merch bundles on Willie's web store.
  • My Wayis Willie's second new studio album this year, following the release of his critically-acclaimed Last Man Standing in April.
  • Willie and Frank were close friends, musical colleagues and mutual admirers of each other's work throughout Sinatra's lifetime.
  • "I learned a lot about phrasing listening to Frank," Willie said recently in an interview for AARP magazine (June/July 2018).

Young African Leaders Honor Mandela's Legacy through Service

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
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The 2018 Mandela Washington Fellows will honor his legacy of service leadership by completing approximately 10,000 hours of community service in the United States during their six-week Fellowship.

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  • The 2018 Mandela Washington Fellows will honor his legacy of service leadership by completing approximately 10,000 hours of community service in the United States during their six-week Fellowship.
  • For Fellows, the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is a continuation of Nelson Mandela's legacy of peace and service through leadership.
  • The flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) , this U.S. Department of State sponsored Fellowship empowers young African leaders through academic coursework, leadership training, and networking opportunities.
  • The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is a program of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and administered by IREX .