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Happy Thanksgiving

November 24, 2010 by · Comments Off on Happy Thanksgiving 

Happy Thanksgiving, (AP) – It’s official: President Barack Obama has pardoned the National Thanksgiving Turkey.

Continuing a decades-old White House tradition, Obama issued pardons Wednesday to a gobbler named “Apple” and its alternate, “Cider.’ The two 21-week-old, 45-pound turkeys were raised on a California farm.

Obama said it “feels pretty good to stop at least one shellacking this November.”

The president wished America’s families, including many buffeted by the economic slump, a safe and happy holiday.

After the Rose Garden ceremony, the turkeys were to be taken to George Washington’s estate at nearby Mount Vernon, Va., to live. For the past five years, the pardoned turkeys had been sent to Disneyland in California.

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Happy Thanksgiving Message

November 25, 2009 by · Comments Off on Happy Thanksgiving Message 

On November 24, 2008 I wrote these words to the Philadelphia University community:

“I am grateful for a loving family.
I am grateful for dear and supportive friends.
I am grateful for Philadelphia University.”

As I reflect on those sentiments 366 days later I believe they are an inadequate expression of the depth of my appreciation for the opportunity to be a part of and serve the extended community that is Philadelphia University.

In the past year we have worked hard, endured great stress, and achieved much. To struggle and achieve is fulfilling. Because our success is the underpinning of an important mission that supports students in becoming leaders in their professions and contributors to society, our achievements inspire me to work harder, reach higher, and share more.

Now in my third year as President, I can no longer say I am “new.”  I relish every opportunity to brag about this University and I am thrilled about our accomplishments. I am also committed to accepting the criticism and learning from the experience when we fall short of our goals.

I have always found the traditional American holiday season a special time for reflection.  Carol and I feel our Philadelphia University home is warm, interesting, and always exciting. Your continued support and friendship have contributed substantially to our lives. I am particularly grateful for your efforts and the work we continue to do to make Philadelphia University all it can be. Our University’s mission, vision, and the well-being of every member of our University community motivate me every day.

Carol and I wish you and your families relaxation, peace, and comfort during the coming Thanksgiving celebration. We will then return to the few final weeks of the fall semester with the same vigor and commitment as we started.

Happy Thanksgiving.

Steve

Stephen Spinelli Jr, Ph.D.
President
Philadelphia University

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