Voorhees University proudly announces that Dr. Cynthia Butler-McIntyre will deliver the keynote address at its upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration. The event will take place on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at 11 a.m. in Massachusetts Hall, at 151 Academic Circle on the university’s campus.
An Educational Leader
Dr. Butler-McIntyre has earned widespread recognition for her exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to education and community service. As the 24th national president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., she has been instrumental in promoting educational opportunities and championing social justice initiatives across the nation.
Her extensive career in education includes notable roles, such as a retired human resources director for the Jefferson Parish School System in Louisiana. There, she managed more than 3,500 employees. Additionally, she has served as a kindergarten teacher, assistant principal, summer school principal, and personnel administrator. In higher education, she held positions including executive director of the Tech-Prep Summer Program at Delgado Community College and assistant coordinator of field experiences at the University of New Orleans.
Dr. Butler-McIntyre’s academic credentials showcase her dedication to education. She holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Dillard University and a Master of Education from the University of New Orleans. Additionally, she was awarded an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Christian Bible College of Louisiana.
In recognition of her remarkable service, Dr. Butler-McIntyre has received numerous accolades. Notably, President Barack Obama appointed her to the Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation’s Board of Trustees. Additionally, she has been actively involved with organizations such as the National Alliance of Black School Educators and the NAACP, where she served as the founding president of the Algiers-Gretna branch.
Leading Delta Sigma Theta
Her presidency at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. left a lasting impact, leading to the establishing of an elementary school named in her honor in Cherette, Haiti. She remains a steadfast advocate for education and service through her involvement with the National Council of Negro Women, The Links, Inc., and the National Association of University Women.
The event is free and open to the public.
The information presented in this article was sourced from Voorhees University.
