We have long honored those who gave their lives during the unfortunate reality of war.

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.

I believe it is important for the university to always remember its roots.

They were often the first students in their family to go to college and the very idea of higher education was still foreign to them. They had to make a conscious and often difficult decision to come to college.

These ivy league students are in the upper echelon of the college boards and had great opportunity in front of them regardless of where they go to college. Its in their very nature and it is something they expect.

Working together we can strengthen Delaware State University and the students who attend it.

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.