Master Judith B. Rankin is a 6th Degree Black Belt of the Uchuno Shorin-ryu Karate Style. Master Rankin is a University of Maryland alumni. World Head of Family Sokeship Council International Hall of Fame Millennium Master Instructor September 2, 2001. National Registry of Who's Who 2000. United Martial Artist Association Distinguished Master of the Year July 11, 1999. United States Martial Artist Association International Martial Artist Hall of Fame Master of the Year July 31, 1999. Eastern United States Region Karate Olympics Grand Champion 1993. Presidential Sports Award March 1992