DALLAS (June 21, 2005) – Today Devin Harris and the Dallas Mavericks, DeVry University and Glidden dedicated the new Dallas Mavericks Computer Resource Center at Interfaith Housing Coalition in conjunction with the club’s Read To Achieve program.

“The Dallas Mavericks Computer Resource Center makes an important addition to Interfaith Housing’s summer and after school curriculum for the children who live here as well as for their parents who are looking for jobs,” said Linda Hall, Executive Director of Interfaith Housing. “Truly a step-up to the next level, the Dallas Mavericks have upgraded our resources from only two used computers with unreliable internet access to a state-of-the-art computer lab providing internet resources as well as educational programming,” she added.

The newly-renovated facility received a new paint job compliments of Glidden and Mavs staffer Sean Hicks. As part of the renovation, the center was provided with new computers, printers and books compliments of the Mavs. Four students from DeVry University (Matt Bond, Jack Blackwell, Chris Carter and Dillon Crow) handled the ordering and installation of the computer equipment and software as part of a class project.

This is the fourth Mavs Reading & Learning Center. Last season’s center was created at the West Dallas Boys & Girls Club; and during the 2002-03 season the first two were dedicated at the Mesquite Boys & Girls Club and Bryan’s House.

About Interfaith Housing Coalition:
Interfaith Housing Coalition provides transitional housing, training and support services for Dallas-area families in fragile circumstances, as well as situational or generational poverty. In operation for 20 years, the Interfaith Housing program empowers families to rebuild their lives and to become self-sufficient. Last year, Interfaith Housing served 372 children and 147 adults comprising 131 families and is entirely privately funded.

About DeVry University:
As one of the largest degree-granting higher education systems in North America, DeVry University provides high-quality, career-oriented associate, bachelors and masters degree programs in technology, business and management. Approximately 53,000 students are enrolled at its 75 locations that are in 21 states and Canada, as well as through DeVry University Online. DeVry University is based in Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. For more information about DeVry University, visit www.devry.edu.

About Glidden:
ICI Paints is part of the ICI Group (NYSE: ICI), one of the world's largest producers of specialty products and paints. ICI Paints worldwide has 49 manufacturing sites in 25 countries and more than 15,000 employees. Headquartered in Cleveland, ICI Paints’ North American operations produce decorative coatings brands such as Glidden, Dulux, Ralph Lauren, Devoe, Fuller-O’Brien, Sinclair, C-I-L paint, Color Your World and Liquid Nails caulks and adhesives. Products are sold through ICI Paints company stores, national/retail outlets and independent dealers in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico and exported internationally. For more information on the company, visit www.icipaints.com/NA.

About NBA’s Read to Achieve:
The NBA’s Read to Achieve (RTA) campaign is a year-round national program designed to help young people develop a life-long love for reading and encourage adults to read and talk with children regularly. Reaching an estimated 50 million children a year, Read to Achieve is the most extensive educational outreach initiative in the history of professional sports. The effort includes the annual donation of more than 200,000 books and the creation of Reading and Learning Centers in schools and community-based organizations throughout the country.

The program receives league-wide support from the entire NBA family. In addition to being supported by all NBA, WNBA and NBDL teams, Read to Achieve is supported by the NBA's officials, parents and wives of players organizations, the NBA Players Association and Retired Players Association. The Read to Achieve program also expands the NBA's existing partnerships with Scholastic Inc., and Reading Is Fundamental.

This picture shows a portion of the mural painted by Sean Hicks with Mavs, DeVry University and Glidden logos from Fast Signs. Danny Bollinger/mavs.com

Devin Harris talked to kids about the importance of literacy and shared personal stories about how he has benefited from computers. Danny Bollinger/mavs.com

Devin presented Interfaith Housing Coalition Executive Director Linda Hall with a plaque commemorating the dedication. Danny Bollinger/mavs.com

The team from DeVry (from left) Dillon Crow, Matt Bond, Devin Harris, Dean Cassima Bayse and Instructor John Bailey. Danny Bollinger/mavs.com

Devin worked on the new computers with the kids in attendance. Danny Bollinger/mavs.com

Devin posed with all kids in attendance. Danny Bollinger/mavs.com