Simon Bolivar Award Dinner

160 Convent Avenue,New York NY 10031

28 September, 2022

Description

This year we will honor the following individuals: Jorge B. Merced, CCNY '05 - Simon Bolivar Career Achievement Award Recipient. Acclaimed Performing artist and Associate Artistic Director of Pregones/ Puerto Rican Traveling Theater. Jorge has been a leader and a trailblazer in the arts. Breaking barriers has been a hallmark of the significant career. Jacqueline Rodriguez, CCNY '10 - Rising Star Awardee. Noted educator and professional school administrator within the nation's largest school district, NYC. In her time since CCNY Jackie has demonstrated passion and commitment as an educator. Her dedication to our children is indicative of a promising future. Christopher Villaverde, CCNY '14 - Rising Star Awardee. Decorated Military Officer and Law Enforcement Officer. Christopher has been a volunteer and served the community since he was a youth. A product of NYC Public Schools Christopher enlisted in the US Coast Guard Reserve out of High School and later joined the NYPD serving in the Bronx and Headquarters.