Urban League President to Teach at Harvard
John Mack, civil rights leader and president of the Los Angeles Urban League since 1969, will be teaching for the next four months at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government Institute of Politics.
As a fellow in residence, Mack has been invited to lead undergraduate study groups in trying to find solutions to urban problems. The fellowship starts in September.
“This is not only an honor for John Mack, but also a reflection on the Urban League as a national organization,” said Hugh Price, president of the National Urban League.
In a written statement, Mack said: “I want to provide practical answers to compelling issues, needs and human problems to enhance the role that Harvard students can assume when the leadership torch is passed to them.”
The Kennedy school was established in 1966. The fellows program was created to offer first-hand knowledge to students and to inspire them to enter careers in politics and public service.
The Urban League is an advocate for equal opportunities for African Americans and other minorities. The United Way presented its Agency of the Year Award to the league in 1997.
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