John Lewis, at center of inauguration boycott, is MCLA commencement speaker
NORTH ADAMS U.S. Rep. John Lewis, currently at the center of a dispute with President-elect Donald Trump, will be the keynote speaker at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts commencement in May.
Lewis, D-Georgia, one of the "Big Six" leaders of groups to organize the 1963 March on Washington, will receive an honorary Doctor of Public Service.
In addition, Anne W. Crowley '77, a corporate executive and communications strategist who enjoyed a lengthy career in both the public and private sectors, which included serving as a senior adviser to former New York Gov. Mario M. Cuomo, will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters. David E. Phelps, president and CEO of Berkshire Health Systems, will receive an honorary Doctor of Public Service.
"We are honored that Congressman John Lewis, Anne Crowley and David Phelps will join us at our 118th commencement," said MCLA President James F. Birge in a statement released on Tuesday. "Their achievements and contributions will inspire the members of the Class of 2017 as they move forward to assume positions of responsibility throughout Massachusetts and beyond."
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