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Charlie Daniels receives university honor

Sunday, April 12, 2009 – Charlie Daniels received the Joe M. Rodgers Spirit of America Award, an honor presented to a businessperson who has demonstrated the best of the spirit of America through significant contributions in government, education, and/or civic and charitable organizations, from Middle Tennessee State University.

MTSU's Executives-in-Residence program presented the award on campus Wednesday, April 8. "Charlie is a successful businessman with more than 50 years in the music business and a working ranch," MTSU Dean of Business Jim Burton said. "He has dedicated considerable time and talent to entertaining and building the morale of American servicemen and women, and he never fails to honor their service and dedication. He is a most worthy recipient of the Joe M. Rodgers Spirit of America Award."


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