Another 1st for RPCV Morris Baker (Ethiopia)
Wow this is quite a significant accomplishment. Of all disciplines history is the one most capable to reward the researcher…
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Dr. Morris Baker (Ethiopia 1966-68)
McMurry University, in Abilene TX, is in the midst of celebrating its 100th anniversary. A 1963 graduate of the then McMurry College, Morris Baker (Ethiopia 1966-68) enrolled there in 1959. He was the first African American student to enroll and the first to earn an undergraduate degree at that institution. As a result of that event, in October he will be recognized as one of the McMurry 100. One-hundread alumni who brought a moment of historical significance to the university.
As the first African American to graduate from McMurry he was a PCV in Ethiopia and then worked in for the agency before returning to his alma mater as a professor of psychology and taught from 1983 to 1994. Dr. Baker was also named a Distinguished Alumni 1987. He currently serves on the McMurry Board of Visitors.
McMurry was founded in 1923 as a Methodist institution affiliated with what is now The United Methodist Church.
Morris at work in Ethiopia
Morris Baker!
So glad to hear you’re being honored–you deserve it!! I hope you’re well and thriving and enjoying life.
All my very best,
Monica Mills
Congratulations Morris, what a proud and well deserved honor.
Peace and Love,
Ginny and Lynn McCanse
Hey Morris,
This is wonderful news. Congratulations!
With deep affection,
Roz and Art
Congratulations, Morris! What amazing and well-deserved honor.
Wishing you continued blessings,
Lydia and Reg Cole
Gosh Morris, I’m glad I can say I knew you when. Working for you was a pleasure as you allowed me to do what I do best “ encourage people to apply to Peace Corps as a step on their career path”.
Enjoy your day.
Kathy Carson
Congradulations Morris!!!
What an honor. You deserve it
God Bless .
Gregory & Constance .
You are our TRAILBLAZER!
So proud of you and all you do!!!
Please provide the details of the ceremony in the event we can be in attendance…
Wow this is quite a significant accomplishment. Of all disciplines history is the one most capable to reward the researcher of his or her research. You are now being rewarded.