Three Sonoma County community advocates are getting honorary degrees from Sonoma State University. Social justice advocate Herman J. Hernandez, and philanthropists and arts education supporters Anne and Dan Benedetti will receive their degrees during the spring commencement ceremonies on May 20 and May 21. Hernandez, of Guerneville, is known for founding Los Cien over 14 years ago, which addresses the issues of the Latino community and Sonoma County residents at large. The Benedettis, of Petaluma, are alums of SSU known for their work with several local organizations. They include United Way of the Wine County, the Community Foundation Sonoma County, Hanna Boys Center and the Culinary Institute of America.
SSU Awards Honorary Degrees to Local Community Advocates
