Urban League President Stephanie Hightower to speak at the Oct.28 OhioMBE Awards. Hightower was a collegiate track star at The Ohio State University . From 1977 to 1980, she did not lose a race in the 60-meter dash, 60-meter hurdles or the 100-meter hurdles, and earned Big Ten Conference, NCAA, and National championship titles.
After retiring from competition, Hightower has held various positions with the USATF, including serving as women’s team manager at the 2001 Athens Olympic Games. She is currently the First Female President and CEO of the Columbus Urban League. She took on this role in August of 2011. In addition, she has served in the Columbus Mayor’s cabinet for Sports Development.
A portion of proceeds will benefit the Frank W. Watson Scholarship. Tickets can be purchased at www.ohiombeawards.eventbee.com
