***CALL FOR NOMINATIONS***
Know an individual or organization in North Mecklenburg or beyond who is committed to racial equity that UiC has worked with? Nominate them for UiC’s Lenzy R. Wallace, Jr. PhD Excellence Award!
A message from Adrianne Baughns-Wallace:
My husband, Dr. Lenzy R. Wallace Jr. was a man of conviction who believed there is good in all of us. His mission in life was to help people grow and be their best selves. Today he would remind us not to be discouraged despite what is happening in the world. He would recognize and encourage people of goodwill, with diverse backgrounds, religious and political perspectives to continue the hard work of bridging divides. And, finally he would want us to have faith in the future and continue our labor in the service of humanity and a better world. His vision lives on in our hearts.
From UiC’s inception, it was rare for Lenzy to miss any UiC meeting, activity or event. He was co-facilitator of the small group Just Us and he participated in the UiC video organized by Ada Jenkins. Lenzy was an educator and shared his knowledge and his wisdom freely. His humor and his commitment to equity, justice, and inclusion made him an inspiration to all who knew him, he was caring, kind and humble and he was committed to bringing people together. UiC was so blessed to count him as one of our own.
We encourage you to nominate an individual or organization in the North Mecklenburg area whose life is dedicated to racial equity.
Please complete the nomination application form to the best of your ability and email it to UiC by noon, Friday, December 20th.
