Inspiration Matters — Students Holding It Down

I like my inspiration like my coffee – usually straight up, strong, and, at times, with a little flavor. What inspires me? People who find a passion and show it in their life.

Each year I look forward to recognizing seniors who have distinguished themselves through their campus work—their passions—demonstrating it to us each day. I am inspired to hear the stories of hard-working, intelligent, and thoughtful students making this campus a vibrant thing. It always makes me proud to say that I am in the company of, as my parents would say, “good peoples.”

Tonight, I have the honor of recognizing Jordan Cumper, David Gargulio, David House, Colleen Huysman, Kelly McCarthy, Margaret McKemie, Sean McQuarrie, Emily Pallotta, Lauren Prince, Kelsey Bucher, Jonathan Scagos, Jeremy Schein and Francine Whu – thirteen members of our BU family – for their outstanding work at the University in a Scarlet Key Tapping Ceremony. Come get some inspiration and applaud these students with me – 6 p.m. in the Trustees’ Ballroom, One Silber Way (9th floor). (It’s a unique ceremony that includes a dean wielding a sword – true story!)

Congratulations to our honorees – people who show leadership and inspire straight up, in strong ways, and with a lot of creativity – and I hope I see you tonight.

Peace.