Africa University Gets First AME Member on Development Board
Monifa McKnight has been appointed to the executive board of Africa University (Tennessee) Inc., becoming the first non-United Methodist member to serve in this capacity. McKnight, a former school superintendent, brings extensive leadership experience to the institution's development and fundraising efforts.
Why it matters
The appointment marks a significant shift in the governance structure of a major faith-based educational institution serving the African continent.
THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER — “I am excited to be on the AU (Tennessee) board as the first non-United Methodist. I was the first female superintendent of one of the largest school districts in the U.S. I understand God’s mission when you are the first; God has prepared me,” said Monifa McKnight, an entrepreneur and educator from Maryland, is the first non-United Methodist to sit on the executive board of Africa University (Tennessee) Inc.
The article provides a straightforward account of an organizational appointment.
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