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Prezell Robinson, Educator born - African American ….

100th Birthday Celebration for Dr. Prezell R. Robinson

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Prezell Robinson, Board Chairman

Dr. Prezell Robinson is a seasoned educator having served as President of St. Augustine's College in Raleigh for 36 years. Currently, he serves as President Emeritus and an Instructor of Anthropology. He is a visiting fellow at Harvard University and serves on the President's Committee for Race Relations.

Changing Roles and New Expectations

Prezell Robinson served in the US Army (World War II), earned a Masters of Arts Degree and a Doctorate from Cornell University in NY and holds eight Honorary Doctorates from universities in America and Africa. Prezell's administrative leadership experience, his service on numerous Boards and Task Forces, and his global travels greatly equip him fo rthe challenge of the AACC.

He embarks upon the monumental task of heading up the museum's Capital Development Program.

Dr. Elliott B. Palmer, Sr., Ex-Officio Member and CEO

Dr. Palmer is founder of the AACC. He is a former teacher and principal, and retired