Office of the President

May 5, 2023

To the Graduating Class of 2023:

It is with tremendous pride that I join the Tennessee State University community, your fellow classmates, faculty, administrators and alumni in congratulating you on this outstanding achievement. I applaud you for this milestone in your academic career. Today we also celebrate this momentous occasion for the many family members and friends who have supported you throughout this journey.

Tennessee State University prepared me for my career in higher education, as I know it has prepared you for whatever path your journey leads. As a graduate of Tennessee State University, I am proud of the leadership development that was imparted to me as a student, as well as the impact that TSU has had on lives of students for over a century. We honor your achievements and ask that you allow the University’s motto of think, work, serve to be your foundation in all that you pursue. As you move your tassel or be hooded today, you will join a historic lineage of TSU alumni.

It is my hope that you will forever cherish your years at Tennessee State University. Please accept my best wishes for a bright and successful future and may God’s blessings follow you throughout all your personal and professional endeavors.

Sincerely,

Dr. Glenda Glover President

Board of Trustees

May 5, 2023

I join the entire Tennessee State University Board of Trustees in congratulating you, the Class of 2023 on this insurmountable accomplishment in your life. The commitment and dedication that you have demonstrated to your academic career has led you to this day. The tenacity and perseverance you have demonstrated throughout your matriculation, will serve you exceptionally well in your life’s journey. You are to be commended on finishing what you started.

As you celebrate this moment, make certain you allow it to become a catalyst that propels you to greater heights. Your degree from Tennessee State University has prepared you to compete globally at any level.

Whether you are entering the workforce, graduate school or the military, know that you deserve to be there. Remember the shoulders on which you stand, and remember to lift up those coming behind you as you support your beloved Tennessee State University. I encourage you to become and remain active as an alumnus of Tennessee State University.

We have been honored to have you as a student of TSU and now we are excited to welcome you as part of the Alumni. Keep striving and remember wherever you go in life, you will represent the best of Tennessee State University.

Sincerely,

Dr. Deborah Cole Chair, TSU Board of Trustees

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

May 5, 2023

Greetings TSU Graduates!

As Nashville’s Mayor, I am truly honored to have the opportunity to extend congratulations to the 2023 Commencement Class of Tennessee State University. I applaud your dedication and your discipline which paved the way to this important and significant milestone.

I know how hard you have worked to get to this point in your academic career, and I am proud of you for this achievement. I have no doubt that you will continue to serve as worthy ambassadors for our great city by building upon Tennessee State University’s reputation for excellence.

You have so much potential, and I know great things are ahead for each of you. Best wishes, and may the wisdom you have gained lead you along a prosperous and rewarding career path.

Sincerely,

Mayor John Cooper

May 5, 2023

Dear Graduates,

May 6, 2022

Dear Graduates,

Bill Lee Governor State of Tennessee

On behalf of the great State of Tennessee, I would like to offer my congratulations to the Spring 2022 graduates of Tennessee State University.

I know that the path leading up to this moment for the Class of 2022 has been particularly challenging in light of the COVID19 pandemic. I commend you for all the ways in which you demonstrated tenacity and perseverance as you worked each day to achieve this milestone.

On behalf of the great State of Tennessee, I would like to offer my congratulations to the Spring 2023 graduates of Tennessee State University.

As you begin the next chapter in your life, I am confident that the knowledge you have gained throughout your college career will lead you on a prosperous and rewarding path. You have had the opportunity to develop your unique talents over the past four years and I encourage you to utilize these lessons to improve your community and the lives of those around you.

Your family and loved ones must be extremely proud of your accomplishments and I join them in wishing you well as you embark on your next exciting adventure.

Again, congratulations on reaching this milestone. Maria and I wish you success in all your future endeavors.

Sincerely, family and loved ones must be extremely proud of your accomplishments and I them in wishing you well as you embark on your next exciting adventure.

As you continue your life’s journey, I am confident that the knowledge and experience you have gained here at Tennessee State University will continue to propel you onto a prosperous and rewarding path. I encourage you to utilize these lessons learned over the past four years at TSU, to improve your community and the lives of those around you.

Bill Lee Governor

Again, congratulations to each of you. Maria and I wish you success in all your future endeavors.

Sincerely,

Bill Lee Governor