At Lewis, we see many faces cross the stage at commencement,
each of them with a special story about how they arrived at this day.
In December 2017, we met Suzette Foscett. Suzette’s journey
culminated in the center of that brightly lit stage as thousands of faces
watched from the floor. To most, she is just another graduate. To her family,
she is a role model. To Lewis, she is the inspiration for students of any age
who dream of completing their degree – no matter how long it takes.
Suzette’s graduation was a long-time dream. Her daughter and
her granddaughter – who were Lewis graduates already – were on hand to
celebrate the occasion, along with other members of their family. And celebrate
they did! Suzette’s guests said that she has sacrificed throughout her life to
make sure her children were taken care of and educated. They were beyond
excited to see her achieving her own dreams of an education as well.
Suzette, through smiles and maybe a few tears, noted that
even though she’s 64, she’s thrilled to be a college graduate herself.
“I did it, and I’m so glad! I’ve always wanted to do this,
but my children’s needs came first, as they should,” said Suzette. “But now it’s
my turn, and I just cannot thank everyone enough for their encouragement and
support towards this day!”
In the words of St. John Baptist De La Salle: “Preach by
example, and practice before the eyes of the young what you wish them to
accept.” (Med 99.2 - on the life of St John Chrysostom)
Congratulations,
Suzette, and thank you for being an example for others.
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