Boeing and Allen University Partner to Establish the Boeing Institute on Civility
-$1.5 million partnership will support the renovation of the historic Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital
Institute will be a national hub for teaching and provide programming aimed at advancing civil discourse in America and across the globe
-Boeing Institute will include a memorial to honor the nine victims of the 2015 Mother Emanuel AME Church tragedy in Charleston
Institute will also house the South Carolina African American Hall of Fame
COLUMBIA, S.C., Nov. 11, 2020 – The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] and Allen University announced
today a new $1.5 million partnership to establish the Boeing Institute on Civility at Allen University. The
Boeing Institute will be a national hub for teaching and provide programming aimed at advancing civil
discourse in America and across the globe.
“The Institute on Civility will become a powerful catalyst for helping to promote thoughtful, civil
discourse,” said Boeing president and CEO David Calhoun. “Empowering students and the broader
community to debate public issues with civility and respect is an important step on the journey to
developing lasting societal solutions.”
“The reach of The Boeing Company is particularly compatible with the University's aspiration to
demonstrate that service to the greater good does not stop in one’s own community, but has the
obligation to be expansive,” said Allen University president Ernest McNealey. “While the Institute is the
centerpiece of the Waverly Project, all aspects of it will confidently pursue a better future and honor
those who did so in the past.”
“I want to thank Dr. McNealey, Mr. Calhoun, and Bishop Green for their support of this Institute on
Civility. We are at an inflection point in this great country and we must learn to share our lives together,”
said Congressman Jim Clyburn (SC-6). “This Institute means a whole lot to me, this institution, this
state, and this nation.”
Boeing funding will support the renovation of the historic Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital, which will
house the Institute once construction is complete. The Institute will include a memorial to honor the nine
victims of the 2015 Mother Emanuel AME Church tragedy in Charleston and be the home to the South
Carolina African American Hall of Fame.
Today’s investment builds on Boeing’s commitment to advancing racial equity and compliments the
company’s recent $10 million investment in similar causes.
Over the last five years, Boeing has invested more than $17 million in organizations to expand access
and address inequities for communities of color across South Carolina.
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About Boeing
Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading provider of commercial airplanes,
defense, space and security systems, and global services. As the top U.S. exporter, the company
supports commercial and government customers in more than 150 countries and leverages the talents
of a global supplier base. Building on a legacy of aerospace leadership, Boeing continues to lead in
technology and innovation, deliver for its customers and invest in its people and future growth.
About Allen University
Allen University is a Christian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Columbia, South
Carolina. Allen provides an environment of academic excellence to heighten students’ chances of
succeeding in a culturally diverse and economically global world. Allen University is accredited by
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate
and masters degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on
Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur Georgia 3003-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about
the accreditation of Allen University. The university also holds membership with the United Negro
College Fund.
Over the last five years, Boeing has invested more than $17 million in organizations to expand access
and address inequities for communities of color across South Carolina.
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About Boeing
Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading provider of commercial airplanes,
defense, space and security systems, and global services. As the top U.S. exporter, the company
supports commercial and government customers in more than 150 countries and leverages the talents
of a global supplier base. Building on a legacy of aerospace leadership, Boeing continues to lead in
technology and innovation, deliver for its customers and invest in its people and future growth.
About Allen University
Allen University is a Christian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Columbia, South
Carolina. Allen provides an environment of academic excellence to heighten students’ chances of
succeeding in a culturally diverse and economically global world. Allen University is accredited by
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate
and masters degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on
Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur Georgia 3003-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about
the accreditation of Allen University. The university also holds membership with the United Negro
College Fund.
Contacts
Elizabeth Holland
Boeing Communications
elizabeth.c.holland@boeing.com
843-276-7422
Anika Thomas
Allen University
Director of Marketing and Communications
acobb@allenuniversity.