William Bridges

Friday, May 25th 2007; Former President Bill Clinton was kind enough to attend our graduation ceremony at Rochester Institute of Technology and spoke among us all with words of endearment. President Clinton briefly mentioned his wife Hillary Clinton and her presidential campaign, yet attention was focused on how the world viewed one another. Everyday we see people, yet President Clinton asks, “Do we really see someone?” To really see someone, you must view how they live their lives; many people gone unrecognized each day (i.e. school janitor, sweatshop employee, even someone delivering your food). With a vast world of religious, racial, and ethical segmentations its easily to forget those around you. One resolution is to recognize and respect everyone.

Also pictured; President of RIT Dr. Simone; his 15th and last graduation ceremony. Picture was taken from a staff photographer from the Rochester Democrate & Chronicle. For audio and video feeds; RIT has podcasts available; www.rit.edu/convocation