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The Eastern Edge, Summer 2000 Eastern Michigan University DigitalCommons@EMU Alumni News University Archives 2000 The aE stern Edge, Summer 2000 Eastern Michigan University Follow this and additional works at: http://commons.emich.edu/alumni_news Recommended Citation Eastern Michigan University, "The Eastern Edge, Summer 2000" (2000). Alumni News. 270. http://commons.emich.edu/alumni_news/270 This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the University Archives at DigitalCommons@EMU. It has been accepted for inclusion in Alumni News by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@EMU. For more information, please contact [email protected]. EASTERN MICHIGAN UN LVERSITY · Office for Alumni Relations· Volume 3, Number 3 Summer 2000 President Clinton Speaks at EMU Graduation by Ron Podell, officeof public iriformation The technology revolution is providing information opportunities in ways previously never imagined. How­ ever, those same technological advances are also raising serious questions about tlueats to public privacy, said President William Jefferson Clinton during his com­ mencement address to more than 1,300 Eastern Michi­ gan University graduates April 30. "Today, as information technology opens new worlds of possibilities, it also challenges privacy in ways we might never have imagined just a few years ago," Clinton said. "For example, the same genetic code that offers hopes for millions can also be used to deny health insurance. The same technology that links distant places can also be used to track our every move on-line." The standing-room-only crowd did tl1e usual neck­ straining and flashbulb popping as the graduates marched into Eastern Michigan's Convocation Center. But there was an extra electricity in the air, as the crowd buzzed with anticipation for President Clinton's arrival. The event marked the firsttime in Eastern Michigan's 150-year history that a sitting president addressed a com­ mencement ceremony. The presidential visit marked the second time in four years that Clinton had been to East­ ern Michigan. He came to EMU's Bowen Field House in October 1996 to make a major policy announcement. US SecretaryofTransportation Rodney E. Slater, a 1977 EMU graduate, introduced the president and fondly reminisced on his EMU experience. "Eastern taught me that nothing, nothing was im­ possible," Slater said of his road from EMU to working with Clinton when he was governor of Arkansas, and then to the White House. '�s a graduate of this institu­ tion, I will always be part of EMU and will always be proud of that fact." Although not as well-publicized, two other distin­ guished EMU graduates were present.John Coburn, one of only eight four-star generals in the United States Army, and Eugene Conti,Jr., assistant secretary fortrans­ 1. EasternMichigan Universitystole the nation's spotlight when President William portation policy, attended the afternoon ceremony. JeffersonClinton spoke during its afternoon commencement ceremony, April 30. Coburn is a 1962 EMU graduate while Conti received EMU was one of just three schools hosting the president at graduation ceremonies. Besides EMU, he gave addresses at carleton College in Minnesota and the United his degree in 1971. States Coast Guard Academy in Connecticut. Clinton, who waved to the crowd and smiled as he 2 Former EMU president William E. Shelton received an honorary Doctor of Humane was introduced amid a constant smattering of flashbulbs, letters degree fromthe University and Olnton was presented with an honorary took the opportunity to inform the crowd and gradu­ Doctor of Public Service degree. ates of legislation he plans to introduce in the near fu­ 3. Dr.James P.Comer, from the Yale University Childs Study Center, is the John W. ture. The legislation would protect the public's personal Porter Distinguished Professor of Urban Education in EMU's College of Education. financial and medical information. Dr. Comer spoke at the morning commencement ceremony. Pictured with Dr. Comer Under his proposal, a person would receive notice is University Regent Rosalind E.Griffin. before·one financial institution shared that person's fi­ 4. EMU alumnus Rodney Slater, the U.S. secretary of transportation, introduced Presi­ nancial information with another, and "you could say dent Ointon and shared a moment before the ceremonies began with President Clinton and former EMU President Shelton. no," Clinton said. 5. More than 2,400 students participated in the two commencement ceremonies at The same constraints would be placed on the shar­ EMU's Convocation Center. ing of medical records between banks and insurance companies, as well as "your personal spending identity," a list of every purchase one makes by check or credit thank you very much for the contribution you made to EMU President William E. Shelton presided over card. my education and to my years here." both the morning and afternoon ceremonies. The April In addition, citizens would have access to their own Because the graduates he addressed were from the 30 commencement marked Shelton's last, as he com­ records that are compiled by financial institutions and University's College ofTechnology and College of Arts pleted his 11th and final year at Eastern Michigan. would be able to correct any mistakes in their records. and Sciences, he took the opportunity to highlight a few To mark the occasion, Shelton was originally slated "In this information age, we can't let new opportuni­ of their individual accomplishments. as the afternoon commencement speaker. But he good­ ties erode old fundamental rights," he said. "We can't let "Todd Pasquale, of the College of Arts and Sciences, naturedly shared his predicament with the audience. breakthroughs in technology break down walls of pri­ wasn't going to let anything stop him from earning his "It's not every day I have the president of the United vacy. Our response to this challenge will affect the lives degree today - not even navigating his wheelchair States wanting to replace me," he said, a comment that of every single member of this graduating class and the through the Michigan snows," Clinton said. "Thanks to drew a hearty chuckle from President Clinton. lives of your children." EMU On-Line, he took his winter courses at home. Clinton assisted with the presentation of an honor­ Clinton also spiced his comments with a local flavor. Now, he plans to give back to the community by work­ ary doctorate of humane letters that was awarded to Because many of those receiving their degrees had to ing as a counselor to people in prisons, because he could Shelton by the University. In turn, Clinton was awarded work their way through school, and needed help in the access technology." a doctorate of public service by Shelton. During the form of loans, grants and work-study positions, Clinton Clinton also cited Randy Short, who earned her awarding of his honor, Clinton looked up briefly as his said he identified with them. master's degree with honors in web site design, and hopes green hood was draped around his neck by Shelton. He "I also identifywith your class because I may be the to start her own business and help teach women to use shook hands with Shelton and then, with a wave of his only president of the United States who ever studied computers. Her accomplishment is all the more signifi­ hand offof his forehead,Clinton signed offto the crowd. here," Clinton said. "I came here to preparefor my (presi­ cant because she went to school while raising her three And then he was gone. dential) debates in 1992. And like you, I passed. And I sons alone, after her husband passed away, he said. ., · ·:·. · The EDGE Summrr 2000 Vo lume 3, Number 3 Provost Ron Collins Announces Retirement Th< &stern Edgr is produced three timesper year for alumni and friends of Eastern Michigan University through the Office forAlumni Relations, Division of University Relations. Eastern Michigan University program review process was imple­ Provost and Vice President for Aca­ Address changes, duplicate copy informationor inform11tionrequests mented; and the formation ofthe ex­ should be directed to: demic Affairs Ronald W Collins has tended programs area was achieved. Office forAlumni Relations Eastern MichiganU Diversity announced his retirement, effective President William E. Shelton 13 We lch Hall Ypsihnti, MI 48197 May l, 2001. Collins has served rhe lauded Collins for his lengthy service 734/487-0250 University in a number of capaci­ to the University 734/487-7009 (fax) . e-mail: [email protected] ties for nearly 3 5 years, the last 17 "I want co extend my personal www.cmich.edu/public/alumni as provost. and professional gratitude to Dr. Cover and inside photos by university photographer Dick Schwarze, and "Ir has been a tremendous honor student photographer Amir Gamzu. Front page photos 2 & 4 courtesy of Collins for his support during my Martac:7, A. Cyars. to serve in this position for l7 years, tenure as president," Shelton said. Graphic Designer: Deborah Kem, Kern's Creative Services and I have enjoyed every minute of "He provided tremendous academic The Alumni Association Board of Directors ir," Collins said. "Ir has been excit­ leadership during the 80s and 90s, , '72, president David P. Artley ing and challenging, and the posi­ W. Frederick Roberts, '56, '68, past president and his commitment to academic ex- Eric Rass, '91, '95, president-elect tion has changed cremendously cellence is sincerely appreciated." Melissa Oostmeye� '94, parliamentarian Alan Jesiel, '88, treasurer/secretary during the past 17 years." "He has played an integral role Ken Behmer, '64, '70 Tom Borg, '79 "I have had the opportunity co in numerous initiatives chat focused George Brieloff, '86, '91, '98 serve under two presidents for on learning and scholarly activities," Julie Cantwell, '94 Jeny Gcmignani, '94 whom I have tremendous respect Shelton continued.
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