The keynotes
Posted: November 4, 2013
A graduation ceremony just isn’t complete without the words of wisdom from those who’ve been there before. Keynotes speakers share insight that leaves a lasting impression on ATSU graduates. Read some of their most impactful quotes, and/or watch their full-length addresses from this summer’s commencement ceremonies on ATSU’s YouTube channel.
KCOM commencement {May 18, 2013}
“Never stop learning. The half-life of medicine is five years.”
– J.D. Polk, DO, MS, MMM, CPE, FACOEP, ’93, dean, Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Polk
Watch Dr. Polk’s address on YouTube.
ASDOH commencement {June 7, 2013}
“Leave here dedicated to making your success your community’s success.”
– Claude Earl Fox, MD, MPH, professor emeritus, epidemiology, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami
SOMA commencement {June 7, 2013}
Dr. McWilliams
“Your healing touch is exactly what the nation needs at this critical place and time.”
– Thomas McWilliams, DO, FACOFP, associate dean for graduate medical education, SOMA
SHM commencement {July 13, 2013}
“You are poised to become thought leaders, if you aren’t there already.”
– Janice Probst, PhD, director, South Carolina Rural Health Research Center, University of South Carolina
Watch Dr. Probst’s address on YouTube.
ASHS commencement {Aug. 2, 2013}
Dr. Dunn (right)
“I implore you take the passion you have at this moment and embrace the idea that you are embarking on the evolution of the next 50 years of new ideas.”
– Winnie Dunn, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, professor and chair, Department of Occupational Therapy Education, University of Kansas
Watch Dr. Dunn’s address on YouTube.