University at Buffalo School of Medicine - Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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llDoc Leonards' Annual Message To the Graduates As a tribute to the members of the faculty of the schools of medicine and dentistry l respectfully dedicate this article. To those men and women who gave their all in the interest of your welfare, you owe a deep debt of gratitude. As a mark of respect may l suggest you call them the unsung heroes in the field ot science. Acquiring a degree is a difficult obiective. lt is not only through your efforts but also due to their ability, patience and cooperation that you have reached your goal. Four years ago you strolled into your respective schools as timid freshmen or novices. ln a short time, armed with your sheepskin and with imposing authority you will leave the honored portals of these schools as learned professional men and women. Now, that you have achieved your aim, let me congratulate you and wish you well. Every profession has a badge of honor, let yours be one of honesty and sincerity. As time marches on if you do make a name for yourselves keep it undefiled, so that it will not only bring honor to you but prestige to the school that taught you your profes- sional art. ln other words Honor your profession, and it will honor you. Quoting a few lines from an old philosopher- A good name is won by many actions but lost by one . Another saying is, lt often takes responsibility to bring out our ability . I know all of you have ability and trust you will shoulder the responsibility placed upon you with pride and humility. To you, graduation day is one of ioy and rightfully so, but to me it creates a feeling of sadness. No doubt this is the last time the entire class wil be together in a body. After the commencement exercies are over you will shed your caps and gowns and head in the direction of the four winds. But at this time let's put away the grey clouds and look at the silver lining that lies beyond. ln conclusion, may l ask you one and all to be ever faithful to your Alma Mater. Don't be a seldom Alumnus but be an active one. As a parting gesture, remember to always revere the names of those who have labored so diligently in your behalf. l repeat again, no matter how scared or eloquent your language, words are still inadequate to express the gratitude you owe to them. Finally, now that you are about to leave the halls of learning, what your University wants you to do is to go forth with a song in your hearts and a prayer on your lips, so that by your example this will be a better world in which to live. Above all, serve humanity to the best of your ability. So, here's hoping that in your nour of trial you will not only triumph but that in years to come your name will be enshrined along side the Greats who have gone before you. May God bless you, my colleagues, and so long. DOC

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