Dear Students, Faculty, Residents, Staff, Alumni, Board Members and Friends,
There is a tradition in the U.S. Navy that the first entry into a ship’s log on New Year’s Day is entered as a poem. I adopted a version of this tradition when I arrived at Salus. Although, not the first day of the of the new year, I share this with you today as we exit 2023 and prepare to enter into a most exciting 2024:
‘Twas days before Christmas, when all through our campus,
Not a student was stirring in clinics or classes;
The finals were finished, the grades were prepared,
In hopes that an “A” soon would be there;
The students were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of healthcare danced in their heads;
At work or at play, our teams aim to be “best;”
Not surprisingly, they are always up to the test;
Preparing to join with Drexel next year
Gaining friends and new colleagues is something to cheer;
From Salus’ expertise in health, ear and eye care,
To Drexel’s vast tech and research flair;
Together we’ll create a future so bright,
A beacon of learning in education’s night;
In lecture and labs, where ideas ignite,
We’ll embrace our journey with new heights in sight;
With shared goals and dreams, our paths intertwine,
Uniting two legacies in a vision divine;
As you spend time with family and friends,
Joy and peace as the year ends;
Happy Holidays to all, with hearts light and clear,
Embracing the merger, we step into the New Year.
Wishing everyone a very safe, restful and happy holiday. Enjoy the time off. Remember that, especially this time of year, small acts of kindness are gifts we can all give. Looking forward to seeing you all back on campus SALUS STRONG in 2024!
-Mike
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