William Smith, Education, Culture & Society Professor, was presented with two of the four most prestigious awards given out at the 12th District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. This is particularly notable since no one has received two at the same time. Dr. Smith previously received the Omega Man of the Year in 2011. Since winning these regional awards (Montana, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, California, Seattle, Oregon, and Alaska), he has been nominated for the International Awards which will be given out in July.

          The 12th District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.’s Citizen of the Year is selected each year from outstanding citizens nominated for unusual contributions to humanity. The nominee is a person of local/regional/national recognition acclaimed by a significant segment of society for outstanding contributions to the welfare of humankind. The 12th District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.’s winner is nominated for the International award.

         The 12th District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.’s Superior Service Award is be given to a member who has demonstrated outstanding contributions and sustained concern for the activities of his chapter, his District and to the Fraternity. The 12th District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.’s winner is nominated for the International award.