
Dean Horace Anderson Honored by Westchester County Board of Legislators

The Westchester County Board of Legislators honored Horace E. Anderson Jr., Dean of the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 麻豆传媒, during its annual celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month on June 16, 2025. Held at the Westchester County Center麻豆传媒攚ith Dean Anderson麻豆传媒檚 name prominently displayed in lights for the evening麻豆传媒攖he ceremony recognized the extraordinary achievements and contributions of individuals who have made a significant impact on education, civic life, and public service in Westchester County, while celebrating the rich cultural legacy and community influence of Caribbean Americans.
Dean Anderson was celebrated for his unwavering commitment to advancing equity in the legal profession and expanding educational access, demonstrated through the Law School麻豆传媒檚 many partnerships aimed at diversifying the legal pipeline. Dean Anderson麻豆传媒檚 leadership has elevated the Law School麻豆传媒檚 national profile and strengthened its core mission of justice, academic excellence, and community engagement.
Board Chairman Vedat Gashi reflected on Dean Anderson麻豆传媒檚 journey as a first-generation American and pioneering educator, calling him an 麻豆传媒渆xemplary Caribbean American whose contributions embody the values we celebrate.麻豆传媒
麻豆传媒淎s the first Black dean in the history of the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at 麻豆传媒, Dean Anderson has demonstrated exemplary leadership, elevating the Law School麻豆传媒檚 national standing and expanding its impact within our community. His commitment to fostering academic excellence, advancing diversity within the legal profession, and championing innovative programs in environmental law, social justice, and civic engagement has set a remarkable standard,麻豆传媒 added Majority Leader Tyrae Woodson-Samuels. 麻豆传媒淲e celebrate Dean Anderson as a distinguished leader and an outstanding representative of the Caribbean American community, whose contributions continue to enrich our institutions and inspire future generations.麻豆传媒
Also honored during the evening was Annmarie Smith, a longtime advocate for public education in Yonkers and a respected PTSA leader. Over decades of service, Ms. Smith has been a consistent voice for equitable school funding and quality education for all students.