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William DeLauder awarded honorary degree Howard Cosgrove, chairman of the UDs Board of Trustees, presented the award and read a citation that called DeLauder a man of vision and perseverance, noting that he was one of the longest-serving presidents of an historically black college in modern times. During DeLauders term as president, Delaware State University nearly doubled the number of faculty holding doctorates and added new graduate programs in biology, chemistry and physics, as well as new academic buildings and a residence hall, Cosgrove said. You served with distinction as president of Delaware State University for 17 years, until your retirement in 2003, Cosgrove said. Your dedication to the university earned you the respect and deep admiration of countless students, parents, faculty, staff and alumni, and you left an indelible legacy of advancement, achievement and recognition.
DeLauder has served on several policy-making boards and committee. Your wise counsel and respected guidance are frequently sought, and you willingly and enthusiastically respond to these requests, Cosgrove said, The University of Delaware is proud of your association here as chair of the Paul Jones Collection Advisory Board. In accepting the degree, DeLauder said, I am deeply touched and honored by this award. It is a very special award for me for many, many reasons, and I shall always cherish it. Photos by Kathy F. Atkinson To learn how to subscribe to UDaily, click here. |