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WHEREAS, the City of Pittsburgh City Council solemnly reflects upon and celebrates the extraordinary life, service and legacy of Dr. Nancy Duckrey Washington—a visionary educator, civic giant, pillar of philanthropy and champion for equity, civil rights and the arts; and,
WHEREAS, Upon earning her doctoral degree in educational psychology at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Washington spent nearly three decades as a distinguished Associate Professor of Psychology and Assistant to the Chancellor, leaving an indelible mark on generations of students and scholars; and,
WHEREAS, Dr. Washington’s accomplishments are far too numerous to list entirely– as she was instrumental in establishing what is now the Center for Health Equity at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health and co-founder of the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. She served on various boards, including the Eye and Ear Foundation of Pittsburgh, The Pittsburgh Foundation, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Point Park University, City Theatre, the Pittsburgh Symphony, Partner4Work and was a lifetime member and co-chair of the Pittsburgh Branch NAACP; and,
WHEREAS, Dr. Washington touched the lives of countless Pittsburghers with her warmth, integrity, high standards and unwavering commitment to uplift African American arts, education, and social justice, leaving a powerful legacy that will resonate across our city for generations to come - not only making history herself, but unselfishly opening doors and creating opportunities for others to make history; and,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh, does hereby honor and celebrate the remarkable life and enduring legacy of DR. NANCY DUCKREY WASHINGTON. We extend our deepest condolences to her daughters, Linda and Lara, her family and all who loved her and urge all citizens to remember her warmth, visionary leadership and profound contributions to the spiri...
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