Kenyon Bonner was named one of the New Pittsburgh Courier's Men of Excellence

Vice Provost and Dean of Students Kenyon Bonner has been named one of the 2017 Men of Excellence by the New Pittsburgh Courier. He joins a group of more than 500 African American men whose leadership, vision, service and achievements have inspired and encouraged their communities to excel throughout the Pittsburgh region.

At Pitt since 2004, Bonner has served as associate dean of students and director of student life. Under his current executive leadership since 2015, the Division of Student Affairs has expanded its programs and services significantly.

An awards ceremony hosted by the New Pittsburgh Courier will take place Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 6-9 p.m. Bonner will be featured, along with the other honorees, in a special section of the paper published that day.