Vergel L. Lattimore facts for kids
Vergel L. Lattimore is a retired brigadier general in the Air National Guard. He is also a minister and a professor. He has taught at several universities. He currently leads Hood Theological Seminary.
About Vergel L. Lattimore
Vergel L. Lattimore is a minister. He is part of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion church. He is the President of Hood Theological Seminary. At the seminary, he teaches about pastoral psychology. This field helps people with their spiritual and emotional well-being. He used to teach at the Methodist Theological School in Ohio. There, he taught about pastoral care and counseling.
Education and Family
General Lattimore went to several colleges. He studied at Livingstone College. He also attended Duke Divinity School. His education continued at Northwestern University. He also studied at Hartford Seminary. He is married to Joy. They have three children: Vergel IV, Adam, and Alia.
Military Service
General Lattimore joined the U.S. Air Force Reserve in 1979. This is a part of the Air Force. Later, he worked with the Air National Guard. He became an assistant to the Command Chaplain. This role was at Headquarters Air Combat Command. In 2003, he became an assistant to the main Chief of Chaplains of the United States Air Force.
Awards and Honors
General Lattimore has received several awards. These awards recognize his excellent service.
- The Air Force Commendation Medal
- The Outstanding Unit Award with a valor device
- The Air Force Longevity Service Award
- The Air Force Training Ribbon
