May 2023 CDU Newsletter Page 4
President Carlisle Speaks at Meharry Commencement
CDU President Dr . David instead are joined by thousands Dr . Carlisle concluded his speech Carlisle delivered the upon thousands of lights who by congratulating the graduates commencement address for can help illuminate the way to a on their accomplishments and the 148th Commencement better and brighter tomorrow .” encouraging them to use their Exercises of Meharry Medical education to make a difference Dr . Carlisle also emphasized the
College . The event was held in in the world . importance of diversity in the the historic Grand Ole Opry medical field urging graduates “ Access to healthcare is a House Auditorium in Nashville , to use their education and fundamental human right that Tennessee , where Dr . Carlisle platform to advocate for remains out of reach for many . spoke about the unique and healthcare workforce diversity . It is unacceptable that due to valuable position the students systemic inequities , economic hold as HBCU graduates . “ At the moment , healthcare barriers , and geographic needs graduates just like
“ We don ’ t live in a perfect isolation , millions of Americans you – diverse and diverse world , and sometimes the road continue to face significant minded practitioners . A fresh to what ’ s right can be hard , challenges in accessing the class of prepared and ready winding and poorly lit . That ’ s care they need to live healthy , professionals who can move when it ’ s important that you fulfilling lives ,” noted Dr . the needle on important issues know that being a graduate of an
Carlisle . “ I encourage you as like workforce diversity ,” shared
HBCU also means that you are graduates of Meharry Medical
Dr . Carlisle . “ It ’ s essential that part of a tight knit community
College , to help address this doctors , dentists , researchers , of alumni who share your pressing and critical issue . I and everyone across the commitment to social justice implore you to answer this call medical field reflect the patient and community service ,” said to make access to affordable populations they serve . You are Dr . Carlisle . “ At those times you healthcare a central focus of the ones who can help bridge are not alone in the dark , but your professional work .” the gap .”