Dear Students, Faculty, Residents, Staff, Alumni, Board Members and Friends,
Good morning on a bright, beautiful Friday in Elkins Park!
Congratulations to our Salus graduates whom we celebrated during our 126th commencement yesterday! You make us proud! To our faculty, staff and volunteers, thank you for making our ceremony so special for everyone who attended. And to our distinguished speaker Dr. Ala Stanford, your lived example of the lessons shared (you are the glue; remember your “why;” recognize the bias that is in our healthcare system; and be kind to yourself) inspires us to recommit ourselves to our shared vision impacting the future of healthcare, education and professional practice.
As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, I am reflecting on its significance. Throughout our history, starting with the American Revolution, through the horrible devastation of the Civil War, through World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan, more than a million American service members have made the ultimate sacrifice to secure the blessings of liberty for the United States, friends and allies globally.
Over the years, many Memorial Day traditions mark this Day of Remembrance. Established in 1868, Memorial Day honors all who have died while serving and protecting our nation. Take time this weekend to remember all who gave their last measure of full devotion so we can enjoy the ceremonies like yesterday’s graduation and all the other freedoms that our democracy enables. If you know a person serving on Active Duty or a Veteran, please thank them for their service.
Have a great weekend. Stay safe, keep wearing your mask when around others, social distance when you can and look out for one another to remain SALUS STRONG!
-Mike
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