In recognition of his exemplary service as chair of the Board of Director of the New Media Consortium, Vijay Kumar was recently honored with the following proclamation resolved of the NMC Board:
"Whereas Vijay Kumar has served with excellence, honor, and commitment for three years as a member of the Board of Directors of the New Media Consortium; and whereas Vijay Kumar served with uncommon distinction as Chair of the NMC Board of Directors and as Vice Chair; and whereas Vijay Kumar’s vision and leadership contributed greatly to the growth and development of the NMC Board, board culture, and effectiveness; and whereas Vijay Kumar has generously volunteered his time and energy to the advancement of the New Media Consortium in many other ways of significant and lasting impact; the Board of Directors of the New Media Consortium, by unanimous consent, hereby conveys upon Vijay Kumar the lifetime title of Chairman Emeritus, with all according rights and privileges, as formal recognition of his extraordinary vision and the many contributions he has made to the New Media Consortium. Resolved this 17th day of June, 2014, Board of Directors of the New Media Consortium."