A Tribute to 2016 Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
The month of May is always exciting because you get some great commencement speeches that have a powerful impact upon not just the students but the entire audience. I must say Tyler Perry's commencement speech at Tuskegee University was powerful. It reminded me of the powers our graduates possess and once they tap into their purpose they are going to open doors, create doors, reach more lives, rise above barriers, and tell the stories of the many who's lives they impact. As we sat at my daughter's graduation on May 12, 2016, his words resonated in my mind while their guest speaker spoke. The small minority group of African American students graduating from Loyola University Chicago School of Communication. I am very proud of my daughter and her friends. To see them become a legacy for their families whether they are a first or second generation they have achieved a great milestone. The graduates are Simone Carter and Aaron R. McDonald with ...