Craven Community College recognizes Ward with student center name change

David L. Ward, Jr. is honored with an unveiling of the new signage for Ward Hall during a...
David L. Ward, Jr. is honored with an unveiling of the new signage for Ward Hall during a dedication ceremony on Feb. 21. The longtime Craven CC supporter served as the college's general counsel for over 51 years. Pictured L-R: Craven CC Trustee Bill Taylor, Trustee Chair Whit Whitley, past Trustee Carol Mattocks, Craven CC President Dr. Ray Staats, David Ward, past Craven CC President Scott Ralls, and Trustee Kevin Roberts.(Craven Community College)
Published: Feb. 22, 2023 at 1:14 PM EST|Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 2:06 PM EST
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NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - The longtime legal advisor to Craven Community College has been recognized for his service.

Craven Community College honored longtime college attorney and supporter, David Ward, Jr., with a dedication ceremony of Ward Hall. This ceremony happened yesterday,

The Student Center was renamed to the Ward Hall in 2020, but the college wanted an official ceremony to acknowledge all that Ward had contributed. Friends, family, and former colleagues attended the ceremony.

Ward began as the college’s legal counsel on April 23, 1968 and he retired in 2019.