Kimberly Sluis, Ed.D., vice president for student affairs and strategic initiatives at North Central College, is the 2018 recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth A.

North Central College played a unique role in a new educational partnership between two of the most powerful and influential nations in the world.

Leaders at North Central College issued a statement Aug. 14 following the events in Charlottesville, Va.:

Dear North Central College Campus Community:

The ability to have meaningful, thoughtful dialogue on tough issues is a deeply held value at North Central College. It’s a value that some across campus believe is needed now more than ever. But inviting a group of people with opposing viewpoints together in the same room isn’t always easy.