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Ariel Investments Honored with Seven STAR Awards in 2008, including the Community Investment Award
On September 16, 2008, the Mutual Fund Education Alliance (MFEA) recognized 34 different mutual fund companies for excellence in shareholder communication across 35 categories ranging from best annual report to best online innovation. Ariel Investments won six awards in the medium-sized company category (fund companies with assets under management between $5 billion and $25 billion), including:
In addition to the six awards above, Ariel Investments was also named the recipient of the esteemed Community Investment Award in recognition of the company’s remarkable program, the Ariel Education Initiative (AEI). AEI is a non-profit endeavor committed to advancing educational opportunities in economically disadvantaged areas through innovative programs which integrate academic excellence, family involvement and community service. For more information about AEI, please click here. The Mutual Fund Education Alliance is a trade association committed to educating investors on various topics related to mutual funds. To learn more about the MFEA or to view a complete list of the 2008 STAR Award winners, please click here. Investors should consider carefully the investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses before investing. For a current prospectus which contains this and other information about the funds offered by Ariel Investment Trust, call Ariel Distributors, LLC at 800-292-7435. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.
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