Nominations are being accepted now for the 2016 Roy Blunt Literacy Citation to recognize outstanding literacy volunteers in the community. The winner of the citation will be announced at a special event at Missouri Western State University on March 30.
Any individual, group, business or organization whose volunteer literacy activities benefit the community in a substantial, important or unique way is eligible for nomination. Additional details on eligibility can be found on the nomination form at griff.vn/Blunt. Nominations must be returned no later than 4 p.m. Monday, March 14.
The Roy Blunt Literacy Citation is coordinated through the St. Joseph Adult Education and Literacy Program at the St. Joseph School District and the Western Institute and America Reads program at Missouri Western.
Missouri Western State University is a comprehensive regional university providing a blend of traditional liberal arts and professional degree programs. The university offers student-centered, high quality instruction that focuses on experience-based learning, community service, and state-of-the-art technology. Missouri Western is located in St. Joseph, Mo., and is committed to the educational, economic, cultural and social development of the region it serves. Visit www.missouriwestern.edu.