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Longtime Danville educator Carrie P. Ashe was honored May 11 during Danville Community College’s 2019 commencement held at Averett University’s North Campus in Danville.

Ashe was awarded an honorary Associate in Humane Letters degree in recognition of her service to the college and the community.

Ashe served two four-year terms on the board of Danville Community College, beginning in July 2009 and ending in June 2017 and was vice chair of the board in 2015 and 2016. She also was appointed to serve several terms on the Danville Community College president’s advisory panel on black concerns. In 2013, Ashe was a member of the DCC presidential search committee.

Over the years, Ashe has encouraged many students to attend DCC and aided some financially by securing scholarships and funding.

“This institution has been, and is, dear to me,” said Ashe, as she accepted the honor. “I have worked with and served the past three presidents, Dr. Oliver, Dr. Ramsey and Dr. Scism, and I hope the next president. Additionally, I have worked with many of the vice presidents, instructors, staff, and yes, students.

“Bringing together the community and Danville Community College is a joy and a pleasure. It is both humbling and gratifying to receive this honor.”