Claflin University Presidential Honor of Distinction presented at funeral of Vice Presidnt Harris former press assistant William Fairfax, Jr.
The Claflin University Presidential Honor of Distinction was presented at the funeral of William Fairfax, Jr. on Septembr 22. to a "loyal son of Claflin University and visionary leader." Young Mr. Fairfax wo died at 24, was saluted with the distinction for making an impact on the student body at the HBCU located in Orangeburg, SC. His presence there placed the school on the radar of the White house, where Vice Pres. Kamala Harris visited while he was her Assistant Press Secretary. University President, and fellow member Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc, Dr. Dwaun J. Warmack presented the honor to the Fairfax family during his remarks at a Celebration of Life service held in Maryland's Prince Georges County at the Ebeneezer AME Church. The SLICE NEWS as encapsulated details from te live stream of te service that reflect Mr. Fairfax's characteristics that made im worty of the honor and a summary of the proceedings. We learned in the nearly 4-hour event from friends and family re...