Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine - Achilles Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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 PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE millTH AI «A I VTHII f nlllAOIIl'MIA. rt-NVlfl VANIA l»l«7 • l}H C OMO Kay 31, 1984 Dear Clans Of 1986: What fond and varied memories t will always have of the Class of 1996! You arrived so full of coraitisent and cnthualas«- and you have weathered the teats of tine and ntroa so wall. It really does not seen' tine for you to join the Illustrious list of those who prccodod you in tho graduation march at the Academy of Music. 1 will not be with you, your family and friends on this wonderful day physically, but I will cortalnly be with you in spirit. 1 know how hard you have worked to reach this goal successfully. Your achievement of the D.P.M. Is a true accomplishment. It was not easily obtained, but nothing of great value is ever reached without frustration, hard work, much sacrifice and dedication. You have demonstrated these qualities over tho past four years. You worked, you found ways of caring, and you gavo so very ouch back to us. You have now met the challenges of academic and clinical experience. National boards, externships, and finally, the run for the residency, while keeping your sense of perspective and wit in tact. You have developed personal and professional relationships! some have begun families sod watched them grow. You have worried about grades, groceries, and your gross national dobt! During all this you never failed to sharo ur.seTT-ishly your tine and talents with us. You set goals and objectives which made PCPK and all of us better. It is my hope that, in addition to the vast knowledge you have gained, you also have found new dimensions added to your understanding and to your fond memories. Certainly, as Kahili Gibran said, ”. . . knowledge is your crown and understanding is your staff; and, when they are with you. you can possess no greater treasures.' Tho friends you have made, the experiences you have shared, have not only added to your llfo, but have surely enlarged our horizon . Hopefully, the knowledge and understanding will help you always to rise above human weaknesses and lead your fellow nan. 1 am proud to have had the opportunity to work with you for the past thrco-and-one-half years; the good timos will long be ronembered, and the stimulating differences and discussions were valuable. Out of it always cane, for me. a renewed commitment and deeper relationship. Please know that my best wishes for the greatest worth, happiness and success in your future arc oxtended. 1 am proud of you. Good luck, good health, enough wealth and Cod's love. Cordially, ‘■rfanico A. A fantco A. Perguson, Ph.O. vice President for Student Affairs

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PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF PODIATR1C MEDICINE EIGHTH AT KAC£ ST KI TllllAUfU-HlA, PSTW3VIVAMA I1BI • To The CU« of 1986 pleated co Join with aaoy other In congratulating you on your iflilcvfsent by becoalog Doctoti of Fodlatrlc Medicine. Thta oarka an lsportant atleetone In your 111 . It la a lime when all who know you ahare In your aense of pride and accoapllshaent. No one haa aor« pride In thta accoapl1ahoent Chan the older generation. Tour parenta and grandparent are very proud of you and they have looked forward to your graduation with auch anticipation. They worked hard for many year to tee you graduate. Alao, there are gcncradona that precede you In thla protection who have worked hard to laprove the atatua of podlatrlc aedlclar and to laprove the duality of education. They, too, take pride In your achleveaant. They look to you aa the leader of toaorrow, not only In our profeaalon but In your individual coaeunlciea. Plan now ao that you too can anjoy thl pride tvaniy-1 If and fifty yeara fron now. Coaaldet that these older genetatlooa. In leaa than a century, have Bade algnlllcant contrlbutIona to aanklnd. Becauae of their efforta you live In a healthier world. You no longer have to fear epideulca of typhue, dlptherla. aaallpos, acarlet fever, aeaalea and auapa. Because they gave you their beat, you are the tallest, healthlcet, brightest and probably the beat looking generation In hlatory. Can you replicate thla for the generatlona that are to follow? You hove an obligation to see that th« profeaalon of podlatrlc uedtclne contlnuet to grow In it«tur« and with auch Integrity. You have a reeponalbl11ty-each of you--to contribute toward that growth and to challenge thoae who would deter It. 1 know you will fulfill your obligation to your profeaalon and to your coaaunltlea. It won't be eaay. You will not do It with negative thooghtm, nor by tearing down, nor by belittling. You will do It with hard work, with hualllty, hope and faith In aanklnd. Thla la your challenga. Good lock and Codepeedl

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PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE tICHTH Af RACE STREET PHIlAOEl RHIA. PENNSYLVANIA I9I0T • |JI5 Dcpjnmtn: of Academic Affairs lifting To The Class Of 1986 On behalf of the faculty. I want to congratulate each of you on the successful completion of a demanding four year educational experience. You have been prepared to enter a rewarding profession and begin a career of providing competent and compassionate podiatric care to those In need. You are also about to enter a career of lifelong learning which will require making your graduation a launching pad toward a conroitment for continuing education. Without question, you are better trained podiatric physicians at an earlier stage In your careers than your predecessors. With that training, however, you must maintain an inquisitiveness and sense of observation that leads to the discovery and creation of new knowledge. More than just the delivery of podiatric medical services, each of you has the obligation to contribute to your profession, not just exploit it. You owe it to your forebearers and your successors who have made and will make their contributions to the relief of pain and cure of disease. The faculty and I wish you the pleasure and rewards attending the practice of podiatric medicine. You have earned it and we are proud to welcome you as colleagues. May the best days of your past be the worst days of your future. Good luck and best wishes. Oavid A. Axler, Ph.O. Acting Oean