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April 1, 2014

The Department of State of Puerto Rico recognizes the trajectory of President José Jaime Rivera.

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President José Jaime Rivera receives recognition from Secretary of State Hon. David Bernier.

President José Jaime Rivera was recognized by the Department of State of Puerto Rico (DEPR) for his significant contribution and academic trajectory through a career full of achievements and recognitions. The surprise tribute was presented during UNESCO’s cathedra event held last Thursday, March 27, 2014 at the DEPR Theater. This event brought together leading international speakers, local academic, government and other sectors leaders, who discussed the issue of Social Responsibility of Universities.

As part of President Rivera’s recognition and appreciation, the Secretary of State, Hon. David Bernier, presented a Unescoproclamation to Dr. Rivera, and Dr. Lydia Espinet, Academic Dean of USC, read a profile and presented a video about the extensive career of President Rivera.  HETS congratulate Dr. Rivera for this tribute and appreciates his enormous collaboration and commitment to higher education within and outside of Puerto Rico.

 

Spanish version:

El Departamento de Estado de Puerto Rico reconoce trayectoria del Presidente José Jaime Rivera

El Presidente José Jaime Rivera fue reconocido por el Departamento de Estado de Puerto Rico (DEPR) por su trayectoria académica y significativa aportación a través de una carrera llena de logros y reconocimientos. El sorpresivo homenaje se realizó durante un evento de las Cátedras de UNESCO que se celebró el pasado jueves, 27 de marzo de 2014 en el Teatro del DEPR. Este evento reunió a importantes oradores internacionales, líderes académicos locales, gubernamentales y de otros sectores, quienes discutieron el tema de Responsabilidad Social de las Universidades.

Como parte del reconocimiento al Presidente Rivera, el Secretario de Estado, Hon. David Bernier, entregó una proclama al Dr. Rivera, y la Dra. Lydia Espinet, Decana Académica del USC, leyó una semblanza y presentó un video sobre le extensa carrera del Presidente Rivera. Felicitamos al Dr. Rivera por este merecido homenaje y agradecemos su inmensa colaboración y compromiso con la educación superior dentro y fuera de Puerto Rico.

By: HETS

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