UH Art Education Professor Wins National Award for Service, Multicultural Advocacy

Chung’s commitment to the profession and advocacy for social justice through art has earned him the 2019 Dr. J. Eugene Grigsby, Jr. award from the National Art Education Association and the Committee on Multi-Ethnic Concerns.

“There is no greater testament of your exemplary contributions to the field of visual arts education than being chosen for this prestigious award,” Deborah Reeve, the association’s executive director, said in a letter to Chung. “Your colleagues throughout the United States and abroad join the NAEA Board of Directors in applauding your leadership, commitment and service to the profession.”