PRESIDENT’S HOLIDAY/END OF YEAR MESSAGE

Special to the Owl
Winter has come to Prince George’s Community College and with it the end of the fall semester.
As I reflect on what a productive year this has been for PGCC, I am reminded of what made this semester so special.
In September we welcomed the largest increase in enrollment since 1984. We are inspired by the commitment the students are already demonstrating in and outside of the classroom. With the re-opening of Accokeek Hall we now have a bright, airy resource library which includes many new enhancements to advance student success.
We experienced many celebrations, productions and events – each designed to entertain, educate and uplift our students, staff and faculty. It is always heartwarming to see the creativity and enthusiasm that goes into these very special campus offerings.
Recently we celebrated the commitment and service of our employees, 149 of whom have served the students of Prince George’s Community College from five to 40 years! They are truly dedicated in their support of the students and the mission and vision of the college.
We celebrated the gifts of our excellent faculty whose commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service are exemplary as evidenced by the quality of education our students are receiving to help them achieve their professional and personal goals.
We celebrate the gifts of our extraordinary students, who bring to the college a passion for learning, intellectual curiosity, and a strong desire to be effective contributors to society.
Thus, while you are enjoying the winter break, I hope you will reflect on what you achieved this fall and what your goals are in the New Year. As students of this amazing institution, think about why you want a college education and what you plan to do with this gift. You know that through education you can have a better life. Think about what you need to do to meet your educational goals. If need be, write them down and put them where you can see them – every day! Then resolve to live your life, both in the classroom and outside of it, as the person you want to be. You can do this – and you will!
It is a privilege to be a part of Prince George’s Community College, a place where men and women, and learners of every kind, can enjoy the blessings of thought, personal advancement and community participation and launch themselves into the world with a sense of purpose. It is a place where we care enough to give you our very best so that you can achieve your very best. May 2010 bring you renewed energy, ambition, insight and purpose as you contribute to and receive an outstanding education.