Navigator of Excellence Award – Columbia, SC 12/16/2026

During the world premiere of Eliza, A Chamber Opera, A’Lelia will receive the Jonathan Green Maritime Cultural Center’s Navigator of Excellence Award along with Xernona Clayton, Gwen Catchings Hess, Charlotte Jenkins, Lissa Kligman Haarvey, Rachel Gordin Barnett and Rosalie Rock at the Koger Center for the Arts at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina.

From the letter of invitation: “The Navigator of Excellence Award recognizes individuals whose leadership, vision scholarship, service, creativity, and professional achievements have made a significant and lasting ipact on their communities, professions, institutions, and society. This honor is reserved for those whose work exemplifies excellence while inspirting others trough integrity, innovation and meaningful contributions.

[Their} accomplishments have distinguished [them] as [leaders] whose dedication and commitment reflect the highest ideals of service and achievement. Through [their] work, [they] have helped shape opportunities, strengthen communities, advance knowledge, preserve culture, and create a legacy that will benefit future generations.”