NIH Marks King Holiday
NIH’s annual observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, “Lessons from Inspiring Leaders: Remember! Celebrate! Act! Desire to Make a Difference,” was held on Jan. 8 in the Natcher auditorium.
The event featured Dr. Alvin Poussaint, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and consultant to the long-running television series, The Cosby Show. Leon Harris, anchor for Washington, D.C.’s ABC 7 News WJLA also provided remarks on King’s life, legacy and opportunities for citizens to make a difference in this generation.
NIH participants included acting NIH director Dr. Raynard Kington, Jesse Burnett, Black Employment Program manager of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management, NICHD deputy director Dr. Yvonne Maddox and NIMH director Dr. Thomas Insel.
In addition, several community organizations set up displays and information exhibits in the Natcher atrium, offering attendees the opportunity to sign on as volunteers. |
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| NIMH director Dr. Thomas Insel offers closing remarks at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. commemorative program on Jan. 8 in Natcher auditorium. King, who was assassinated Apr. 4, 1968, at age 39, would have been 80 years old on Jan. 15. |
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| Dr. Alvin Poussaint (l) of Harvard, who is probably best known for his contributions to the hit TV comedy, The Cosby Show, addresses the King Day assembly. At right, local news anchor Leon Harris discusses ways citizens can make a difference and King’s legacy of service.
Photos: Ernie Branson |
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