Six honorees will be recognized at the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Legends Reception at the Ballroom of the Americas at Disney’s Contemporary Hotel, near Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. ET.
The honorees Honorees for Annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge Legends Reception:
- Pro Football Hall of Famer Mel Blount – Southern University
- Super Bowl MVP Doug Williams – Grambling State University
- Author Omar Tyree – Howard University
- U.S. Coast Guard Lieutenant Commander Zeita Merchant – Tougaloo College
- Kellogg’s Senior Vice President of Global Nutrition/Corporate Affairs Celeste Clark – Southern University
- former NFL linebacker and seven-time Pro Bowl player Robert Brazile – Jackson State University
2010 Annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge Legends Reception will honor individuals who graduated from a Historically Black College or University. Each honoree will receive an HBCU Trailblazer Award in recognition of the impact made in his or her respective career and community.
ESPN sportscaster Jay Harris will co-host the festivities alongside motivational speaker Trey Godfrey.
The MEAC/SWAC Challenge Legends Reception will precede the sixth annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge presented by Disney, which will feature a college football matchup between the SWAC’s Southern University and the MEAC’s Delaware State University. The game will kick off Sunday, Sept. 5, at noon at Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium in Orlando and will be televised nationally on ESPN and ESPN HD, as well as ESPN3.com.
Nikki Godfrey, executive director of the MEAC/SWAC Challenge said “It’s fitting that the MEAC/SWAC Challenge acknowledges the legacy of those who paved the way for the future leaders who will graduate from historically black colleges and universities. We are thrilled to host this ceremony, which will continue to grow and make our event even more special.”
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