From his standout athletic achievements at Charles Page High School to his influential global leadership and advocacy, Dr. Forrest C. Crawford’s journey is a remarkable blend of academic excellence, human rights activism, and athletic dedication. His career reflects a commitment to education, diversity, and inspiring change on a worldwide scale.
Dr. Forrest C. Crawford graduated from Charles Page High School in 1970. His award-winning athletic career continued at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, showcasing his leadership and dedication.
An accomplished educator, Dr. Crawford earned two doctorates from Brigham Young University. He is also a prominent human rights activist and public affairs leader. His accolades include the Martin Luther King Human Rights Holiday Award, presented by Coretta Scott King in 1993; the Mahatma Gandhi Award for Peace in 2003; and the Distinguished Alumnus Award from NEO A&M College in 1994.
Dr. Crawford has traveled extensively, delivering lectures on education around the world, while maintaining his passion for athletics by running in nearly a dozen marathons since 1988. He currently serves as a Professor of Teacher Education at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, and as the Assistant to the President for Diversity. His career is a testament to his unwavering dedication to leadership, education, and advocacy.