Alumni | October 6, 2017

Six alumni recognized for long-time volunteer service to the University

Six alumni are recognized for long-time volunteer service to the University.

From The November-December 2017 Issue

Published in the November-December 2017 print issue under the headline “HAA Awards,” in the Alumni section.

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