With the end of the calendar year approaching, I thought I would share several important announcements about my recent activities.
Dr. Regennia N. Williams in the gift shop of the Western Reserve Historical Society
The first is related to my December 27, 2014 visit to the Western Reserve Historical Society. Let me begin by saying that while I understand what Jesus meant when he said, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own town and in his own home,” it sure feels good when you can buy your own books at stores in your hometown! (Thus, the smiling face in this photo.) Many thanks to the Western Reserve Historical Society and Kent State University Press — and my co-author Samuel W. Black, for their support of this book, Through the Lens of Allen E Cole.
During the last quarter of 2014, I had the pleasure of working with an amazing group of CSU colleagues in the production of Cleveland State University: 50 Years. This commemorative volume chronicles the first half century of the university’s history in photographs and text. The book will be available in early 2015. For more information, please visit http://www.csuohio.edu/50/50thbook.html.
I am also pleased to tell you about a third research / writing project that promises to keep me busy for at least the next five months. Boycotts, Busing, and Beyond is the working title for a co-authored book on the effort to desegregate the Cleveland Public Schools. Needless to say, I am really looking forward to working with my co-authors: Dr. Ronnie Dunn, Dr. Renee Willis, Dr. Donna Whyte, and attorney James Hardiman. Our publication contract is with Kendall-Hunt, and the book should be available by January 2016.
As we approach the end of 2014, I am not really thinking about making resolutions for the new year. I will say, however, that I envision a bright future forRMW Business Enterprises, and I look forward to working with you in 2015 as we strive to realize that vision.
Thanks for your support.
Sincerely,
Dr. Regennia N. Williams
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