Unity Awards presented at American Theatre

A Hampton University student who wants to be a lawyer, the president of Thomas Nelson Community College, the Hampton History Museum and Hampton’s Citizens Fire Academy were among the individuals, organizations or offices that received Unity Awards last week from the Citizens’ Unity Commission.

The awards were established in 1997 to recognize the contributions of individuals, organizations and initiatives that support diversity. Last year’s winners included local religious leaders, a national board-certified teacher, and a neighborhood association.