Jackson Free Press

Mrs. Ineva May-Pittman, 71, is a native of Jayess, Mississippi. She attended elementary schools in Jayes and Jackson and graduated from Lanier High School. She also attended CM&I High School. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education in 1956 from Jackson State College and a Master of Science degree in Education and Supervision from Jackson State University in 1973. She engaged in additional study at the University of Alabama, Southern University, Belhaven College, Mississippi Baptist Seminary, and numerous Christian Education courses on the local, district, state and national levels.

Mrs. May-Pittman is a member of numerous civic, religious, civil rights, and professional organizations. She is being recognized for her efforts to imporove the quality of life for all residents of the Jackson Mississppi community.

Mrs. May-Pittman is married to Mr. Joe Pittman, is the mother of one son (Albert Pittman), and has one grandchild.

Education
Elliot Elementary - Jayees, MS
Shady Grove Elementary School
C. M. & I. College
Lanier High School
Jackson State University

Memberships
New Hope Baptist Church
NAACP
National Business & Professional Women's Club
National Council of Negro Women
Jackson State University National Alumni Association
State Democratic Executive Committee
Garden Club Council

Recognitions
City Usher Board - Dedicated Service Award, 1989
Black Women's Political Action - Exceptional Achievement Award, 1989
Jackson Association of Educators - Dedicated Service Award, 1987
Jackson Public Schools, Distinguished Service, 1986
Thriftco Consumer Cooperative - Most Effective Board Member, 1985
National Council of Negro Women - Dedicated Service, 1984
VOC - Community Service Award for Leadership in Christian Service Award, 1982
Jackson Section NCNW - Finer Womanhood Award, 1978
Jackson Branch NAACP - John W. Dixon Outstanding Community Service Award, 1977
Personality of the South

Contact
5110 Inwood Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 497-4360
[e-mail missing]