I could not be prouder of the Class of 2022! They graduated on May 22, surrounded by family, friends and the Wofford community, and I know they are ready for their next steps. Many took advantage of opportunities to study abroad, conduct research, intern or participate in community-based learning. They applied the lessons they learned in the classroom through experiential learning, and they used student government, fraternity or sorority involvement, athletics participation, theatre performance and ROTC to practice leadership, collaboration and service. Our world will be a better place because of their engagement.
We also feature three women — Alea Harris ’22, Dieran McGowan ’22 and Destiny Shippy ’22 — who decided that they would not wait to graduate to work toward improvement of our college and world. Read more about their impact and the walking tour that shares Wofford’s common history.
In addition to featuring some of our newest graduates, this issue of Wofford Today also highlights those honored during Commencement, including our Commencement speaker, David Beacham ’77, who retires this summer after 45 years of service to our college. Other faculty retirees include Dr. Charlie Bass (chemistry), Andrew Green (accounting, business and finance) and Dr. David Sykes (computer science). All have made an indelible impact on Wofford College.
Please join me in congratulating our graduates; the Class of 1972, which celebrated its 50th reunion during Commencement Weekend; and our retirees. We appreciate their contributions to our college!
Go Terriers!
Nayef H. Samhat
11TH PRESIDENT OF WOFFORD COLLEGE