We celebrate Black History Month all year through. This auspicious remembrance gives us yet another opportunity to find ways to bring equity to all people. There is still so much to do to bring all people up to the same salary level, to respect all equally, and fairly. Here is one of my favorite illustrations by Angus McGuire, commissioned by Interaction Institute for Social Change, giving a simple example of what we need to do to respect and support all people.
In February and all year long, please remember to lift up all people. As a college president, I find it especially important to give opportunity to all students. African American History month reminds us to love one another, to support and give to one another in any way that we can.
I also want to take this opportunity to encourage all students to make the most of the opportunities that are given to you. Go to class, do your assignments, make the most of each day, and think of ways to pay it forward throughout your life, and you will go far with hard work, compassion, support and generosity.
Photo source: http://i2.wp.com/interactioninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/IISC_EqualityEquity.png?zoom=2&resize=730%2C547
