MICHAEL SIMMONDS

By Andrea Daley

Michael Simmonds, a native of Trinidad & Tobago, is the epitome of hard work, integrity and success. As a recruitment coordinator with Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York he has his fingers on the very pulse of an issue that holds so much meaning to the Caribbean community—education. It is a position held with pride and served with dignity by such a devoted member of our community who is honored to be in a position to help guide the career path and educational opportunities of our youth.

Mr. Simmonds is, himself, a product of Medgar Evers where he gained his Bachelors degree in Public Administration. He went on to Brooklyn College to successfully pursue his graduate degree in Political Science/ International Affairs. As a student he was very active, serving as Student Government President, Vice Chairperson of the City University of New York Student Senate and the United States Student Association. He sat on several committees within his community including membership to the study group- New York City and the world. This group published its findings through the Council on Foreign Relations.

He recently served as a member of the 11th session of The Commission for Sustainable Development at the United Nations Headquarters, New York. He is also a member of the Caribbean Research Center at Medgar Evers College and the Caribbean Action Lobby. His continued service to the community will enable the development of all, especially the Medgar Evers family and the Caribbean Diaspora.

We at CVIBE continue to salute these unsung heroes and invite you to do the same!!