ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Dr. Trisha Waldman, Dean of Health & Natural Science at Presentation College was awarded the Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce’s 2020 Ambassador of the Year.

The mission of the Ambassador Committee is to promote a positive community image and serve as goodwill ambassadors at Chamber and community functions such as ribbon cuttings, new business openings, ground breakings, business relocations, and other networking events.

“I am appreciative to my fellow committee members for recognizing me for this award. I volunteer with the Aberdeen Chamber Ambassadors to assist in providing a quality community life for those around me. A community is only as strong as its members, and when we all pitch in, we are able to foster relationships and strive to build a vibrant community,” said Dr. Waldman.

The Ambassador of Year Award, referred to as the YAAA (You’re an Amazing Ambassador!) Award by the committee, is given to an individual whom the committee members feel best exemplifies the mission of the committee. The award recipient is voted on by fellow Chamber Ambassadors and was awarded prior to the 2021 Community Champions Luncheon.