Franklin Pierce University Announces 2024 Honorary Degree Recipients and Honorable 沃尔特·R. 彼得森公民领袖奖
2024年3月14日
Janet Judge, Tom Rush, and Sheriff Eliezer “Eli” Rivera ’97 to be celebrated at University’s 第五十九届毕业典礼
Franklin Pierce is pleased to announce it will be awarding two honorary degrees and 尊敬的沃尔特·R. 彼得森公民领袖奖作为学校的一部分 第59届毕业典礼将于5月11日星期六举行.
This year’s honorary degree recipients are leading collegiate sports and employment attorney Janet Judge and renowned American folk and 蓝调 singer Tom Rush. 此外, Cheshire County Sheriff Eliezer “Eli” Rivera ’97 will receive the Honorable Walter R. 彼得森公民领袖奖, named for New Hampshire’s distinguished 72nd governor 澳门线上博彩公司官网第二任校长.
“It is with great pride that we recognize the accomplishments of our honorary degree and Peterson Award recipients and welcome them as an integral part of this year's 毕业典礼,”83届的金姆·穆尼校长说. 他们的模范贡献 to society and their fields reflect the transformative power of dedicated individuals 让世界有所不同.”
珍妮特·贾奇(Janet Judge)是Education的联合创始人 & 体育法律集团有限责任公司,还有更多 than 30 years of experience serving the needs of higher education clients. 一个四次 Best Lawyers in America Sports Lawyer of the Year, most recently in 2024 (Boston), Judge regularly represents and advises NCAA Division I, II, and III schools and conferences 关于NCAA合规和公民权利的事宜. 这包括第九条体育条款 equity compliance, sexual misconduct prevention and response, and student-athlete 幸福.
除了…之外 working with schools, Judge is the co-author of the NCAA’s Gender Equity Manual, consults with the NCAA on the development of member-facing training materials, 并定期举办NCAA和会议研讨会和培训. 除了…之外 her Title IX practice, Judge has served on the boards of the National Association of 大学 and Universities, the Hazing Prevention Network, and Ultimate (Frisbee), works collaboratively with conferences, colleges, and universities to assess programs, provide advice, and to design and implement proactive policies, procedures, and education 旨在参与社区. 她毕业于波士顿大学艺术学院 法律与哈佛学院.
“Through her dedicated efforts to champion the rights and safety of student-athletes, Janet Judge has significantly deepened Franklin Pierce University's commitment to the principles of Title IX and to providing an equitable, supportive environment for 澳门线上真人博彩公司所有的学生,”穆尼校长分享道. “她的工作不仅符合,而且积极 propels our mission, values, and priorities, making her an invaluable ally in our ongoing efforts to foster inclusivity and fairness within our campus community.”
Tom Rush, born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, began his music career while studying 哈佛大学英国文学. 他早期的音乐受到南方音乐的影响 and Appalachian folk, old-time country songs, Woody Guthrie ballads, and acoustic-guitar 蓝调. Credited by Rolling Stone for ushering in the singer-songwriter era, Rush is known for his performances of his compositions as well as introducing songs by then-unknown 像乔尼·米切尔、詹姆斯·泰勒和杰克逊·布朗这样的艺术家. 他1968年的歌曲《澳门线上真人博彩公司》 became a standard, covered by artists as diverse as Harry Belafonte, Emmylou Harris, 和U2. Describing 2024 as his "63rd Annual Farewell Tour", Rush continues to do shows 全国各地和国外. 他的最新专辑《澳门线上真人博彩公司》发行了 in March to very warm reviews, showcasing his enduring influence and talent in the 音乐世界.
“Tom Rush's remarkable 60-year contribution to music and the arts, deeply rooted in our shared New Hampshire heritage, has left an indelible mark on the folk and 蓝调 ”穆尼校长指出. 他将社会评论融入自己的作品的能力 artistry not only exemplifies the creative and intellectual pursuits we encourage among our students but also aligns with our mission to foster conscientious, engaged 公民.”
Sheriff Eliezer “Eli” Rivera ’97, made history in 2012 as the first person of color 当选为新罕布什尔州柴郡的高级治安官. 在他的 tenure, Sheriff Rivera has been at the forefront of developing and implementing a community-focused strategy within the sheriff's department, emphasizing respect, strong 社区关系、服务和执法实践的公平性. 直言不讳地 advocate for human rights, Sheriff Rivera has dedicated his efforts to addressing systemic racism, LGBTQ rights, and immigration issues, including testifying against 对无证件个人有害的立法. 他在Monadnock中扮演着积极的角色 多样性、股票, 包容, and Belonging Coalition and leads the Law Enforcement 委员会. His collaborative work with Franklin Pierce University on race and policing 问题凸显了他对正义和社区参与的承诺. 里维拉赚 his Bachelor of Science degree from Franklin Pierce College in 1997 and holds a Master 瓦尔登大学法医学和警察心理学博士.
“Sheriff Rivera's unwavering dedication to public service and safety in Cheshire County has not only set a standard for ethical law enforcement but has also significantly strengthened the bonds of trust and respect within our community,” said President 穆尼. “His leadership, alongside his commitment to engaging with our youth and educational 社区,体现了沃尔特R. 彼得森公民领袖奖.”
The honorary degree and Peterson Award recipients will join families and friends in celebrating Franklin Pierce University’s Class of 2024 at their commencement on the Rindge校园. For more information about Franklin Pierce University’s 2024 Commencement 练习,请 点击这里.