CPB Senior Leader Receives Prestigious University Alumni Award

WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 4, 2024) - Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) President and CEO Patricia Harrison proudly announces that Debra Tica Sanchez, Senior Vice President of Educational Media and Learning Experiences, CPB, has been honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Indiana University (IU) School of Education. This prestigious award, the highest accolade bestowed upon an alum, celebrates her exceptional contributions to civic service.

"We at CPB are immensely proud of Deb and extend our heartfelt congratulations on receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award from the IU School of Education.

"Deb's career, which began as a special education teacher in Indiana and Virginia, has evolved into a remarkable journey of becoming a leading voice in public media's educational strategies. She has dedicated decades to enhancing public media's role in supporting learning through innovative technologies, including educational television, interactive classroom resources, and digital games, benefiting every American family.

"Her unwavering commitment to providing free, educational media services to support our nation's learners is evident through her leadership in managing the U.S. Department of Education's Ready To Learn grant program, CPB's American Graduate initiative, and numerous other projects supporting learners of all ages.

"Deb continues to inspire and strengthens our civil society every day. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition."