2024 Crystal Eagle Honoree Dr. Ruth J. Simmons (center) with (L-R) 2024 HCC Foundation Gala co-Chair Al Payton, HCC Chancellor Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher, HCCF Gala co-Chair Dr. Kim Shelton-Brown and HCCF Gala Auction Chair Vanessa Carter.
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Houston Community College Foundation Gala Celebrates Dr. Ruth J. Simmons and Raises Over $650,000 for Student Support
On April 20, 2024, the Houston Community College (HCC) Foundation hosted its annual gala, themed “Where Dreams Take Flight,” at the Hilton Americas-Houston. This prestigious event not only raised significant funds for student support but also honored Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, a trailblazer in the realm of higher education, for her profound impact on academia and student empowerment.
