107 Year Old Harlem High Alum Receives Huskie Pride Awards

Updated: Wed 10:39 PM, May 01, 2013

Huskie Pride Awards

MACHESNEY PARK (WIFR) -- Almost 90 years after graduating, a Harlem alum is receiving recognition for his dedication and school pride.

Bill Burkman,107, accepted the Huskie Pride Award for the support of his Alma mater over the past nine decades. Burkman along with Art Anderson started the Harlemites, a group which regularly attends Harlem events. Burkman was one of over 30 individuals and groups to receive an award this year.

An awards ceremony will be held Friday night at 7:30 p.m. alongside the jazz band cabaret.

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