President Bolton Receives W.E.B. DuBois Higher Education Award from the National Alliance of Black School Educators
Dr. Shantay N. Bolton Receives W.E.B. DuBois Higher Education Award from the National Alliance of Black School EducatorsThe award was presented on Saturday evening, December 13, 2025, during the Annual Awards Gala at NABSE’s 53rd Annual Conference.
The W.E.B. DuBois Higher Education Award recognizes individuals or organizations who actively promote and advocate for higher education for African Americans through research, instruction, funding and scholarships, guidance and counseling, and a sustained commitment to equal opportunity. Dr. Bolton was honored for her outstanding leadership and long-standing dedication to advancing access and opportunity in higher education.
“I am deeply honored to receive the W.E.B. DuBois Higher Education Award from NABSE,” said President Bolton. “The legacy of W.E.B. DuBois reminds us that education is both a moral imperative and a powerful tool for liberation. This recognition reflects the collective work of students, educators, and leaders who are committed to access and excellence in higher education.”
Founded in 1970, NABSE is the nation’s premier nonprofit organization devoted to advancing the academic success of children of African descent. The organization is nationally recognized for its focus on relevance, impact, sustainability, and excellence across local, state, and national education systems.
As President and Chief Executive Officer of ÒùÆÞÉç, Dr. Bolton has advanced a bold vision centered on student success, creativity, and institutional transformation. Her leadership has strengthened enrollment strategy, elevated the College’s national reputation, expanded philanthropic engagement, and reinforced Columbia’s role as a cultural and educational anchor serving all communities.
ÒùÆÞÉç congratulates President Bolton and thanks NABSE for its continued national leadership in advancing educational opportunity and achievement.
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