Howard University News November 15, 2013 Dr. Cornwell Named Secretary of the American College of Surgeons On Oct. 21, the College of Medicine honored Dr. Cornwell's recent ACS achievement in a ceremony attended by surgical residency students, doctors and staff from the College and Howard University Hospital. In remarks, Dr. Cornwell spoke about the need for positive role models. "I have been blessed with an embarrassment of riches in terms of role models, training and life experiences," Dr. Cornwell said. "Howard University is forging a path of unsurpassed excellence in the management of surgical diseases that disproportionately affect underserved populations." Other speakers included College of Medicine Dean, Dr. Mark S. Johnson; Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall, Jr., Charles R. Drew Professor of Surgery; and Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick, interim president of Howard University, who said Dr. Cornwell exemplified the pursuit of excellence. The American College of Surgeons (ACS), founded in 1913, celebrates the centennial of its founding this year. ACS is a scientific and educational association made up exclusively of surgeons. It is dedicated to promoting the ethical and competent practice of surgery combined with high quality care for the surgical patient. ACS's educational programs are designed primarily to help surgeons render the best patient care possible. Even more than earning board certification in one's specialty, being admitted into the fellowship in the College attests to a high level of training, professional competence, and ethical conduct. SANDRA M. PHOENIX Executive Director HBCU Library Alliance sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org> www.hbculibraries.org<http://www.hbculibraries.org/> 800-999-8558, ext. 4820 404-702-5854 Skype: sandra.phoenix1 1438 West Peachtree NW Suite 200 Atlanta,GA 30309 Toll Free: 1.800.999.8558 (LYRASIS) Fax: 404.892.7879 www.lyrasis.org<http://www.lyrasis.org/> Honor the ancestors, honor the children.