A Distinguished Honor at Morgan State

Six years ago I proudly walked across the stage of Morgan State University with psychology degree securely in hand.

Six years later I’m returning to Morgan State University’s Graduation Stage, but this time as a participant in the 132nd Commencement Exercises. I will be offering the Invocation and Benediction for this grand occasion on Sunday, May 18, 2008.

I am deeply honored to share in the celebration and life transition of thousands of my fellow Bears. Morgan State was indeed a gateway to opportunity and a stairway to excellence for me. I learned so much about myself, my culture, and my people. I will always champion an Historically Black College or University (HBCU) for African American students over any “Ivy League” school. Only a HBCU can give an African American college level student the type of grounding that is needed to attain levels of academic superiority with mastery of cultural understanding (knowledge of self).

I owe Morgan State University so much (not financially though – thank God for that academic scholarship. I had so much scholarship money they were paying me to go to school!). The least I can do is come back and lead my Morgan family in prayer and offer a final blessing.

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