Georgia Perimeter College history professor Dr. Paul Hudson has been named a recipient of the 2014 Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities. The honor includes a Lifetime Achievement award in the Humanities.

Hudson was among 13 Georgia citizens and organizations recognized Oct. 7 at the state Capitol for “their significant contributions to innovation and growth of the state’s civic and cultural vitality.” The awards were presented in partnership with the Georgia Council for the Arts and the Georgia Humanities Council.

Hudson’s career in education spans 30 years at both Georgia Perimeter and Oglethorpe University in Atlanta. He has written two books, “Atlanta’s Race Riot of 1906” and “Atlanta’s Stone Mountain: A Multicultural History” co-authored with GPC librarian Lora Mirza.

In addition, Hudson has written dozens of articles for the Georgia Historical Quarterly and is the founding editor and a regular contributor to the New Georgia Encyclopedia. Hudson also is an expert in time capsules and created GPC’s time capsule in 2004 during the college’s 40th anniversary year.

Hudson was chosen from a selection of nominations from around the state. The recipients represent a diverse group of individuals and organizations that have laid the groundwork for Georgia’s growing creative industry through innovative programs, community collaboration and long-term financial commitment.

“Georgia’s arts and humanities sectors propel our state forward by improving quality of life for the citizens and businesses of our state,” said Gov. Nathan Deal during the presentation ceremony. “The individuals and organizations honored here today are committed to growing and sustaining Georgia’s vibrant culture and history, and I am grateful for their significant contributions to our state.”