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And, as we all know, when our students succeed, our

communities are going to succeed. There is an ancient Greek

philosopher by the name of Plutarch who once said: “It is

indeed a desirable thing to be well descended, but glory

belongs to our ancestors.”

As we stand here to celebrate what will be, I ask that you take

a moment —just take a moment out today and right now – to

reflect and remember how we got here. For the wise words

spoken those many centuries ago give meaning to today’s

events and for our future.

It is because of those who have gone before us that we are

able to stand here today in this beautiful building on this

beautiful campus among some of the most outstanding

students, faculty and dedicated staff. And so, we owe much to

the leaders of Bowie State University. Leaders such as

Principal Goodloe, the first to lead this institution onto this

site. And President Henry, who shepherded the evolution

from a small teacher training school to a liberal arts college.

And then more recently leaders like presidents Myers, Lyons,

Lowe, and President Burnim. You have worked tirelessly to

find a way to ensure opportunity for many generations of

students.

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