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May/June 2004 |
UINDY honors barrier-breaking, globe-trotting woman
INDIANAPOLIS - The fact that Brooklyn-born Yvette Jarvis has spent more than two decades in Greece is interesting enough. But her mind-boggling career path - from pro basketball player to fashion model to TV host to elected official - would be impressive for anyone in any place, especially an African-American woman living abroad.
Her accomplishments made her a clear choice for recognition as the University of Indianapolis' 2004 International Citizen of the Year. The University's International Division presents the award each year to an individual who is making an impact on global affairs, reflecting UINDY's commitment to promoting international understanding. The United Methodist-related university has a branch campus in Athens, along with programs in Cyprus and Israel.
Jarvis was honored during the university's undergraduate commencement ceremony held May 1. The 45-year-old wife and mother of one, who moonlights as a supper club singer, also sang the National Anthem during the ceremony.
The statuesque athlete went to Greece in 1982 with her first husband, a Greek basketball player she met while at United Methodist-related Boston University. She soon began playing in Greece's Women's Basketball League, becoming the nation's first salaried female athlete.
Jarvis went on to become a cultural icon as a fashion model, sitcom actress and co-host of TV entertainment and talk shows. In October, she won election to the Athens city council, becoming the first black American to hold public office in Greece.
Last updated on May 17, 2004