A Houston global civic organization has named Texas Tech University System Regent John Walker as its international citizen for 2014.
The World Affairs Council of Houston honored Walker, a Lubbock native now living in Houston, as the Jesse H. and Mary Gibbs International Citizen.
According to a news release, Walker was honored for his contributions to Houston’s international life.
Most recently, the announcement says, Walker participated in a mission trip to Zambia to build schools and mentor orphaned children.