Director of MultiCultural Center at UCSB receives 2011 Leadership in the Arts Award

Commission Chair Barbara Burger presented the award on behalf of the Arts Commission to Zaveeni Khan-Marcus for her leadership and extraordinary contributions as Director of the MultiCultural Center at UC Santa Barbara.

Ginny Brush, Executive Director of the Arts Commission stated that “Over the years, the Leadership in Arts award has given the Arts Commission an opportunity to publicly recognize the great achievements realized by exemplary citizens who through their vision, commitment, and dedication continue to infuse our regional arts and culture and increase access to arts in Santa Barbara County.”

Third District Supervisor Doreen Farr who will be presenting a Proclamation from the Board of Supervisors at their December 6th meeting in the Santa Barbara County Administration Building at 1:30pm. Supervisor Farr praised Ms. Kahn-Marcus stating “It is truly an honor to recognize her outstanding leadership and commitment to the arts, cultural diversity, and social change. Her contributions have influenced and inspired many individuals on campus and in our community.”