Riverside, Calif. (May 24, 2016) – Riverside's Mission Inn Foundation honored California Baptist University President Dr. Ronald L. Ellis and First Lady Jane D. Ellis with the 2016 Frank Miller Civic Achievement Award at the organization's annual banquet May 19.

The award is presented each year by the Mission Inn Foundation to an individual or group that has provided outstanding civic leadership, service, and support to the community in the tradition of Frank Miller, founder of the Mission Inn.

Dr. and Mrs. Ellis were recognized for "remarkable achievements realized during more than 20 years as the President and First Lady of California Baptist University" including civic leadership and service on the boards of numerous community organizations in the greater Riverside area. Tributes included a video presentation from Dr. Rick Warren, CBU alumnus, best-selling author and founder of Saddleback Church.

 

FMCAA Ellis Tribute from California Baptist University on Vimeo.