
Special Award
William J. Perry Award for Excellence in Security and Defense Education
The William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies annually recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to security and defense education in the Western Hemisphere. Named after the former U.S. Secretary of Defense, the award honors distinguished leaders in the field of defense and security.
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2015 Honoree:
Dr. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith – Senior Fellow of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, and former President of Fort Valley State University.
The award ceremony took place on December 15, 2015, highlighting the achievements and leadership of these distinguished figures in strengthening hemispheric security and defense through education.
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