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Michael N. Castle
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
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
Delaware State is no longer a college for African Americans without other choices, it is a university of choice.
Michael N. Castle
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
Delaware State began as a school bent on service - teaching education, social services and nursing.
Michael N. Castle
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
But all of this success came at the end of a long climb.
Michael N. Castle
As we observe Memorial Day, our nation continues to win a war against terrorism.
Michael N. Castle
As Lt. Governor and Governor, I watched as Luna Mishoe, a leader of great force, expanded the campus and the degrees offered to include graduate programs in sciences, education and social work.
Michael N. Castle
And your new President Dr. Sessoms has big dreams and a grand vision for this place - much like the students who attend this school and all of you here today.