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Carol Russell ’71, ’81, ’85
Emma Simon '75

Outstanding Alumnae Receive Awards from AASU

Savannah, GA—May 5, 2004—This spring Armstrong Atlantic State University (AASU) gave awards to two of its outstanding alumnae—Carol Russell ’71, ’81, ’85 and Emma Simon '75— as part of its 2004 leadership awards program.

Russell, current president of AASU's Alumni Association Board of Directors and the CEO and administrator of Riverview Health, received the Distinguished Alumnus Award. This award recognizes an Armstrong graduate who has achieved distinction through community involvement and professional expertise. The award honors alumni who have used their Armstrong education to prepare for community leadership.

Simon, retired dean of AASU's School of Graduate Studies and a tireless volunteer for the American Cancer Society, received the Outstanding Alumnus Service Award. This award recognizes a graduate of Armstrong who has made significant contributions to the growth and development of the university through dedication and support of the institution and the alumni association.