VOL. 108, NO. 16 MAY 2 , 2023
Parting words from the President We’re days away from commencement – one of the most important days in your life. Many of you who will cross the stage started at UTEP the same time I did. There are moments when it seems like a long time ago, and others when I’m amazed at how fast the last four years have gone. There are about 3,000 graduates who will cross the stage in a few weeks. Two things are likely true for all of you. First, you are not the same person you were before you started here. You’ve learned new skills, developed a deeper awareness of yourself and the world, and stepped up to confront unprecedented challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. Ideally, you have become a better version of yourself. Second, none of you got here alone. It may have been parents and grandparents, spouses and friends, mentors and teachers who helped you when you needed it. The appropriate response to that help is gratitude. Simple gratitude. Amid the hubbub of finals, graduation photos, and celebrations, I hope you take a moment to thank those who helped you on your journey. No matter what, you will always be a UTEP Miner. We want you to stay in touch with us and with each other as you start a new chapter of your life. There are many ways to stay involved as an alumnus and a community member, and remember this: you will always have a home here at UTEP. Congratulations to each of you and to your families. Dr. Heather Wilson President
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