Background
Collins, Cardiss was born on September 24, 1931 in St. Louis.
United States representative United States Representative from Illinois
Collins, Cardiss was born on September 24, 1931 in St. Louis.
Student, Northwestern University. Doctor of Laws (honorary), John Marshall Law School, 1969. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Winston-Salem State University, 1980.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), Spelman College, 1981. Doctor of Laws (honorary), BarberScotia College, 1986. Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Rosary College, 1996.
Doctor in Psychology (honorary), Forest Institute Professional Psychology, 1993.
Barber Scotia College. Member United States Congress from 7th Illinois District, 1973-1997.
Every person was created for a purpose, and God has a plan and will for every individual.
Every Christian should seek to bring industry, government, and society as a whole under the sway of the principles of righteousness, truth, and brotherly love.
Holiness is not just about personal spirituality and prayer. It will also be expressed through a commitment to social justice and to enabling other people to become followers of Jesus.
Member National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, National Council Negro Women (past vice president), Chicago Urban League, Black Women's Agenda, The Chicago Network, The Links, Democratic National Committee, Alpha Kappa Alpha.
Married George Washington Collins (deceased December 8, 1972). 1 child, Kevin.
