TWUPres

Each commencement season leaves me inspired in new ways. This year, I had the privilege of hearing remarkable leaders share their stories with the graduating class of 2026 at Texas Woman's University.

Our speakers brought wisdom shaped by experience: lessons about resilience in moments of uncertainty, the importance of leading with empathy, and the responsibility we each have to create opportunities for others. Their words challenged graduates to remain curious, to embrace change, and to use their education as both a pathway to success and as a force for good in their communities.

Thank you to Monica Paul of the Dallas Sports Commision; Steve Edgar, FACHE, PT, of Medical City Denton; Mary Anne Alhadeff, former President and CEO of KERA–North Texas Public Broadcasting; Larry LeFlore, PhD, Dean Emeritus at Texas Woman’s University; Dr. Matt Richardson, DrPH, MPH, FACHE, Director of Public Health for Denton County; and Jennifer Bartkowski of Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas.