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Governor-Elect Wes Moore to Deliver Morgan State University Fall Commencement Address
First African American Governor of Maryland Tapped to Inspire an Anticipated Graduating Class of More than 500 Undergraduate and Advanced Degree Recipients
Morgan State Graduates Have Courage to Create a New World Says Playwright
Renowned playwright, award-winning filmmaker and author David E. Talbert, of the Class of 1989, appeals to Morgan's Class of 2022 to strive toward excellence and being their best, stating "Fear is your friend, it challenges you to be that much better today than you were yesterday." In addition to providing the keynote, Talbert also received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree for his artistic contribution to the performing arts, stage and cinema.
Morgan Graduates Accept the Call to Create and Serve Amid Packed Stadium and Soaring Temps
Outstanding Achievers Highlight Morgan State University’s 145th Spring Commencement
Kaepernick, 2 Other ‘Vanguards’ Will Receive Honorary Degrees From Morgan State
It has been five and a half years since former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick made headlines for taking a knee during the national anthem before a game against the San Diego Chargers to protest police brutality and racial inequity. Kaepernick’s relentless work—and the efforts of two other “Vanguards of Social Justice and the African-American Experience,” David Burton and David Talbert—are being recognized by Morgan State University at its spring commencement ceremonies.
Civil Rights Activist, Former NFL Quarterback Colin Kaepernick to Receive Honorary Degree from Morgan State
Morgan State will honor former NFL quarterback and civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick with an honorary degree during Saturday’s spring commencement ceremony.
Morgan State University to Recognize Vanguards of Social Justice and the African-American Experience During 2022 Commencement Exercises
Social Justice Advocate Colin Kaepernick, Education Equity Defender David Burton, and Noted Filmmaker and Storyteller David E. Talbert to Receive Honorary Degrees
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