Getting to where Delaware State is today was a challenge my friends - a challenge proudly met by the people of this community and the Delaware State family. Michael N. Castle More Quotes by Michael N. Castle More Quotes From Michael N. Castle But all of this success came at the end of a long climb. Michael N. Castle congratulations hiking long Lance Armstrong, the famous cyclist and more importantly, cancer survivor, has said 'if you ever get a second chance for something, you've got to go all the way.' Michael N. Castle second-chance cancer survivor These fallen heroes represent the character of a nation who has a long history of patriotism and honor - and a nation who has fought many battles to keep our country free from threats of terror. Michael N. Castle memorial-day hero country By climbing a steeper road, the value and appreciation Delaware State students took and continue to take from their education and their experiences is just as great, if not greater, than students attending ivy league schools. Michael N. Castle climbing appreciation school Delaware State has established itself as an institution of excellence in its own right and attracts a diversity of students from various races, socio-economic status and locations. Michael N. Castle diversity excellence race Delaware State began as a school bent on service - teaching education, social services and nursing. Michael N. Castle nursing teaching school I remember coming to this college in the 1960s as a new legislator when a road divided the campus - and it was not fully paved at that - and no wall defined the campus from the highway. Michael N. Castle wall college remember Typically, historical black colleges and universities like Delaware State, attracted students who were raised in an environment where going to college wasn't the next natural step after high school. Michael N. Castle historical college school We have to instill in them the skills they need to succeed at a young age and open up their imaginations to the very real opportunities they can be afforded if they put their minds to it. Michael N. Castle skills real opportunity And the university's reputation will only continue to grow as stories like Elaine's are spread. Delaware State University's motto 'a past to honor, a future to insure,' couldn't be any more fitting for this transitional period you are going through. Michael N. Castle honor stories past Upon arriving, meeting their teachers and signing up for classes, these students began to realize that their attendance at Delaware State University was not a goal achieved, but rather a dream being sewn - a first step, if you will. Michael N. Castle dream class teacher Working together we can strengthen Delaware State University and the students who attend it. Michael N. Castle together-we-can working-together students This is a value-added college education if I have heard one described. And what is the most remarkable about Delaware State University graduates - is they just keeping giving back. Michael N. Castle graduates college giving Through the years you, the Delaware State family and your predecessors, have faced many challenges. You worked through them with fierce determination and good will, and you have made great progress. Michael N. Castle determination challenges years Just the example Delaware State University graduates set by the way they live their lives, should be an inspiration to other high school students to go to Delaware State. Michael N. Castle inspiration example school I believe it is important for the university to always remember its roots. Michael N. Castle important roots believe Delaware State is no longer a college for African Americans without other choices, it is a university of choice. Michael N. Castle african-american choices college During the days of segregation, there was not a place of higher learning for African Americans. They were simply not welcome in many of the traditional schools. And from this backward policy grew the network of historical black colleges and universities. Michael N. Castle african-american college school Repaying the debt of these ultimate sacrifices seems nearly impossible but we must try. Michael N. Castle debt sacrifice trying Ensuring a bright future for all our children is the responsibility of the community, the schools, families and like it or not- politicians as well. Michael N. Castle responsibility children school
