African American Studies
The University of Houston
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University of Houston African American Studies Presents

Annual Scholarship Banquet

The University of Houston African American Studies Annual Scholarship Banquet, Embarking Upon 45 Years of Excellence was held, Friday, May 3, 2013 at the University of Houston Hilton Hotel, 6:30 pm -10:00 pm. The Scholarship Banquet was supported by several businesses and individuals in the Houston community, thanks to those generous donors, 17 deserving students were awarded scholarships.

In addition to awarding students, the Scholarship Banquet also recognized University of Houston Alumni who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, community service and commitment to student success. The Alumni Honorees for the 2013 Scholarship Banquet were: Mrs. Sonceria Messiah-Jiles, CEO Defender Media Group; Larry Green, J.D. City Council Member; Dr. Bernard Harris, President of Harris Foundation, Physician & Retired Astronaut; and Mr. John Lucas, National Basketball League Retired Coach and Player.


  • Scholarship Banquet 2013 Recipients

    Scholarship Banquet 2013 Recipients

  • 2013 Alumni Honorees

    2013 Alumni Honorees

  • 2013 Alumni Honorees

    2013 Alumni

2013 Alumni Honorees

  • Larry Green, J.D., City Council Member

    Larry Green, J.D.
    City Council Member

  • Dr. Bernard Harris NASA First African American Astronaut

    Dr. Bernard Harris
    NASA First African American Astronaut

  • Sonceria Messiah Jiles, CEO & President, Houston Defender

    Sonceria Messiah Jiles
    CEO & President
    Houston Defender

  • John Lucas, National Basketball Association Retiree

    John Lucas
    National Basketball Association Retiree