And by contributions to your pbs station from viewers like you. Thank you. Tavis earlier this year, the families of the four little girls that died in the infamous Birmingham Church bombing were in the white house for the signing they were murdered 50 years ago the sunday while preparing for sunday school at the 16th Street Baptist Church in birmingham. Joining me now is Douglas Jones committee prosecuting attorney who more than two decades later led the team that secured convictions for two of the four klansmen responsible for the murders. I am always honored and humbled to be in conversation with you, sir. Thank you for having us. Great to be back with you, tavis. Tavis for those of you who were not aware of what happened come it has been 50 years. Top line for me what happened that morning at the 16th Street Baptist Church. Birmingham leading up to september 16 was a powder cake. Ordered schools to be desegregated for the first time ever. We were coming off of the marches with the f
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LAWRENCE – Benjamin Herron, academic success coach at the KU Edwards Campus, has been named the recipient of this year’s C.L.A.S.S. Award for his dedication to supporting students.
The C.L.A.S.S. Award (Citation for Leadership and Achievement in Student Services) is presented annually by the Board of Class Officers to a staff member to recognize distinguished achievements in student services that show a commitment to the needs of KU students and contribute to the welfare of students.
Herron advises undergraduate students in psychology and language, literature and writing programs. He also coordinates the KU Edwards Honors Program.