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To the Class of 2020

"I am so very proud of the entire May 2020 Class for your strength, determination and commitment to excellence. It is a true testament to you and your Bulldog spirit that you did not give in, or give up, on achieving your goals."

Aminta H. Breaux
Bowie State University President

Well Wishes from Alum, Faculty, Family, Staff & More


Chase Young, Washington Redskins

Larry Michael, Redskins Nation Host

Congratulations to my Daughter. May God continue to assist and bless you and your family.   Henri Dume  Family

King Akili, CONGRATS! From being your high school tutor to a proud brother. God will continue to see you through!        Mark Awanyai  Family

Congratulations Nia may the best of the world's gifts come to you on this day.   James Cunningham (‘77)  Alumni

Congratulations to my daughter Destini Johnson. I am so proud of you. You did it! Continue to believe in yourself because I will always believe in you.   Sandra Johnson  Parent

Congrats Neca Love you Sis!!!    Kairan Nichols  Supporter

Congratulations on achieving this milestone Ineca! Can't wait to see what the future holds for you!!   Ty'Nijae Copper  Family


Howard Hewett, Singer-songwriter

Gina Adams, FedEx Corporation

Congrats to all the graduates along with my daughter Ta'Nina Bivins. I'm so proud of you!   Lakeyna Thomas  Parent

Congratulations BSU Class of 2020, especially to our daughter, Jaslyn Simms. With your motivation and determination, you achieved your goal. Now reach higher for your success in this world!   Jeffrey & Carmen Simms  Parents

I would like to congratulate you all for this major accomplishment and thanks for supporting BSU Football during your time enrolled. Please continue to give back to the next Bulldog.   Damon Wilson  Head Football Coach

You are brilliant, able and ambitious. You shall always walk the glory road. Happy graduation. Congratulations and well done.   Tabouri Samir  Supporter

Congratulations - Class of 2020 and my daughter Jazz! You did it. We are so proud of you. Best wishes in all your endeavors.  Love you.   Jeff Simms  Parent

Congratulations to the class of 2020.  Good luck in all your future plans.  Reach for the sky and never give up.    Audrey Johnson (‘78)  Alum


Tressa Smallwood ('00)

Dior Ginyard ('11)

Love you, I am really proud of you. There is no limit to what you can accomplish! Love you for FREE Gammy.   Tamarra Baker  Family     Congratulations Dajon.  I am so proud of you for all your accomplishments.   Dajon Chambers  Supporter  Congratulations Nazlah! I am so proud of you. You always excel at anything you put your mind to.  Love always, your big sis.   Zekina Perry  Family
We would like to express our congratulations on graduating from BSU. We are proud of your resilience and look forward to your service and support to your alma mater.   Ricardo C. Mitchell (‘77)  Bowie State University National Alumni Association Congratulations to my beautiful wife, Dr. DiJaria Henderson-Greene, on receiving your doctorate degree. You've worked so hard. I love you!   Gerald Greene  Family Congratulations to my nephew Kevin Betters, Jr. and the entire BSU Class of 2020.   Adrienne Stapleton (‘98)  Alum


Dr. George Ude, BSU Faculty Senate

Diamond Lyles & Sa'Miya Wooten, Senior Class Reps

Shout out to my dad! I am really proud to see him and all the graduates reap the fruit of their labor.    Emerson Tiwang  Family We want to say congratulations to Jeffery Harrison from your baby sister & your nieces. We love you and are so proud of you. Mommy and Daddy are smiling down on you from heaven. We wish you all the best!!!   MyAsia, MeShay & Mason  Michell  Family Congratulations to the class of 2020, please keep striving to be the best individuals that you can possibly be!!!   Derrick Kittrell, Sr.  Parent
Congratulations to you my Brother Raymond Tiwang, we thank God for this achievement!!!   Florence Tiwang Ngoumeka  Family   Hearty Congratulations to you Class 2020 and specially to my beautiful sister Ugochi Woodward.You made it!!!We are proud of you. Cheers to a Bright Future!   Ogechi Aigbe  Family A special congratulation to my daughter, Nazlah Johnson and to all of her fellow 2020 BSU graduates!!   Regina Johnson  Parent

Let your courage and determination be the vehicle that drives you.

Career Development Center

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Ragan Talbert and Dyonna Nelson. What an honor to coach you, and a blessing to see your goals achieved! Thank you for allowing me to witness your journey. Coach Kay   Kay Hensley    Congratulations BSU Graduates - Class of 2020. Amid all the challenges our Country is facing, know that you are BSU-prepared to be a part of the SOLUTION!  We need your creative and innovative talents. I'm excited for your future.       Shari Morgan-Pledger (‘88)  Alum    CONGRATULATIONS to my beautiful daughter TAYLOR EDWARDS; BLACK QUEEN, 2020.   Robert Edwards  Family
Congrats to my beautiful daughter Taylor Edwards on such an amazing accomplishment! You make us so proud! We love you!!!!   Natascha Gaddis  Parent      Dear Ma: Proud is an understatement. You persevere through hardships and exceed goals, while making it all look effortless. Thank you for continuously setting the example! Love, Mo, 2020   Mariah Abraham  Family Congrats to everyone on the class of 2020! Through many obstacles we made!   Tahjai Ward-Fraziee  Graduating Senior


Jerry Isaac & Tanya Jones, BSU Staff Council Reps

Donovan Blake, Graduate Student Association President

Congratulations class of 2020 and especially our Son, Brandon Lynn Williams. We are so proud of you and pray for your continued success.    Williams Jones  Family

Congratulations to Dayna Downs! You did it! Grandad would be so proud! You have an entire village to support you as you take these steps.  Step boldly and with confidence.  We love you so much.    Yvette & Mark Downs  Parents

Congratulations 2020 graduates. You did it and that makes you amazing!   Rochelle Daniel  Instructor

Congratulations Lesha! You did it!  I know there were many days that you felt like you would never finish and wanted to quit, but you kept going. I am so proud of you & I Love you! Mom  Patricia Stokes  Parent

Class of 2020 you did it! Congratulations as you celebrate this proud moment in your life.  Best wishes as you navigate the next chapter of your journey, taking tomorrow Boldly!        Ms. Jatina Cooke  Student Center Manager

I want to big up my little big sister! She is make a change for the world to see!!    Lesha Rosenboro  Family

Congratulations Alexis! We are so proud of all that you have accomplished and look forward to seeing all the great things you will achieve. Wishing you & your fellow 2020 grads nothing but success!    Fabian, Octavia, Kennedy & Chase Spencer  Family

Congratulations to our beautiful daughter Taylor Chase & BSU graduates class of 2020. Taylor, we are so proud of you, we love you with all of our hearts.  Blessings Always. Love, Mom, Dad & family     Pamela White  Parent

Congratulations Taylor on your graduation!! We are all so proud of you. Keep doing great things. You are amazing!         Taylor Chase  Graduating Senior

I am so very proud of your accomplishment for your tenacity and the example you have set for your siblings.   Deborah Reeder  Family

Believe it and achieve it. The sky is the limit. Watching you has been a blessing for me and your family.   Taylor Reeder  Student

Michael we are so proud of you.  Continue to reach beyond your wildest dreams.  Love Mom and Dad   Rhonjalyn Curry  Parents

Congratulations to my Son, DaJon Purvis Chambers. SO VERY PROUD OF YOU!!! Excited to see your excellent, intelligent work and dedication. THANK YOU Bowie State!!!   Danette Purvis  Parent

Hey Ragan Talbert the Redmond/Williams family wish you total success as you begin the new chapter of your life.  May God bless you above all you can think and ask. Love your bones, Nana   Susie Williams  Family

Hey Ragan Talbert the Redmond/Williams family wish you total success as you begin the new chapter of your life.  May God bless you above all you can think and ask. Love your bones, Nana   Susie Williams  Family

Congratulations Toni. Wishing you all the success and may God continue to guide your path in making the right decisions. The sky is the limit, Toni - Auntie Dawn   Dawn Crockett  Family

Brooke YOU DID IT!!!  We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what the future holds for you.  Love Mom, Dad and Donovan   Brooke Evans  Parents

Congratulations Lea Whitehead!!! May God continue to bless and keep you. We are so proud of you!!  Monique, Alexis, Ervin & Erika   Monique Ward  Supporter

Congratulations to my best friend Nada Chaoui! I am so proud of you!   Sumyia Chaudhry  Family

Congrats to Samuel Ayodele. You made it Class of 2020. So proud of you son!!    Elizabeth & Samuel Ayodele  Parents

Congratulations to my husband, Mohammed Alfehaid. I'm so very proud of you. God bless you.   Maram Alfawzan  Family

Congratulations class of 2020 and to my son, Xavier Thomas. We are so very proud of you for all your hard work and perseverance. Best wishes in your future endeavors. Love you. Your mom & dad.   Claudia Thomas  Parent

Congrats to all graduates of BSU Class 2020!! Special recognition to Nehemiah H. Be very proud of your achievement and success; continue onward and upward to great things ahead!   Monique Lunn  Family

India, embrace the richness of life.  EXPERIENCE the world with amazement, see the WISDOM in others, Respect where you are and never forget where your come from. Love Auntie Brenda   India Jihnson  Parent/Family

Congratulations to the BSU 2020 graduates!  Special shout out to my sister/friend Dr. Letricia M. Gloster, you did it!       Adrienne Brooks (‘98)  Alumni

Congratulations my dear Brandon Mike! And to the entire 2020 class, Congratulations to you as well! Mom and Dad are so proud of you!!!!   Arlene Whittington (‘92)  Parents

Congratulations, Selena.  You have worked very hard for this day. Now a new period of your life begins. Best wishes - Auntie Dawn   Dawn Crockett  Family

Felicia you are an inspiration to me and our family. You remained steadfast in your pursuit of higher education. Keep striving to fulfill your desires in life. Love Aunt Dean, Uncle Darryl and Sanai.   Felicia Hart  Family

Extremely proud of my Eta sorors who held their head high and forged ahead during this unprecedented time. Great way to show others, strong black women of AKA Sorority, Inc. May God bless you all, Soror Marlena   Marlena Colleton-Pearsell (‘00)  Alumni

On behalf of the Department of Athletics & Recreation, I want to congratulate the 2020 graduates on your perseverance to complete your educational goal. You are Bowie Bold & Bulldog Strong!       Clyde Doughty, Jr.    Vice President of Athletics

Congrats to the Class of 2K20, and especially to our son Justin. Stay humble and always to give honor where honor is due. We love you much!! The Jacobs Family   Donald & Norma Jacobs  Family

Sincere congratulations to Christina Minter from Broadine Brown and your church family.   Broadine Brown  Supporter

Congratulations Alexis McBean! I am so proud of you and all of the accomplishments you have achieved. Keep pushing to greatness and remember the skies the limit. Love you        Shantel Rose  Family

You made it and deserved it Mazen! Congratulations! Uncle Faris    Faris Alqahtani  Family

Congratulations to the entire BSU Class of 2020 most especially to my son Kai Johnson! I am especially proud of your perseverance the man you have become! You are my awesome Sonshine! Love Mom.    Dawna Jones  Parent

A huge congratulations to class of 2020 and especially to my son. I am super proud of your achievement. Where others would have given up, you fought hard and won.  I love you son.   Dr. Victoria Michaels  Parent

Andrew and Brittany Dixon, you both did it!! Despite obstacles, you both have accomplished something great and I could not be prouder!!! Congratulations!! Love you guys!!      Carleta McKenzie  Family

Congratulations Michaela!! You did it! We are so very proud of you! Continue to reach for the stars! Class of 2020, you go girl!!   The Bell  Family

Christen Munroe-Jones we are so proud of you and love you so much!  Love, Your Sister!   Andrea Berry   Family

Congratulations to my SGA leaders. Love you all!    Donald Frazier (‘17)   Alumni

My happiness cannot be expressed, your hard work has paid off. Congratulations my brother Mohammed Alfohaid.    Abdullah Alkaltham  Family

Congratulations Kimberley we are soooooo proud of you.  You are a first-class scholar.   Kimberley Clemonts  Student

Congratulation on your excellent academic achievement.  I am so very proud of you. You remain the joy of my life.       Carrie J. Surratt (‘16 & ‘20)  Parent

Congratulations to my fellow graduates, Class of 2020!!! Wish everyone of us best of luck as we step into our next project. We're Bulldogs for Life.   Patience Ifeoma Enyinnaya  Graduating Student

Alexis McBean we are so proud of all the hard work you have put in the past four years. We are so proud of you! Uncle D & Crew   Jasmine Spencer  Family

We are so proud of my niece Kai Holmes-Cook for earning her Bowie degree!!   Gretchen Cook-Anderson  Family

Warmest Congratulations to the nursing class of 2020! This has truly been a journey. Special CONGRATULATIONS to the Lambda Phi Beta Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc! CHI COOOO!!!   Ashley S. English  Graduating Senior

Congratulations Ashley English, your hard work and determination paid off. I love you!!   Tree Top  Family

So proud of my cousin Jayda. I know she nor her graduation class had this in mind. This shows they can weather the storm. Congratulations Class of 2020.    Nellie Sharp-Neal  Family

Congratulations on your achievement, son. We are super proud of you, Olukayode.   Oluyemisi Bisiriyu  Parent

I am supper proud of my brother. Yes!!!! We mastered it!! I can't wait to see you soon, Kay. Cheers!   Sekinat Solonge  Family

Congratulations Dionte Johnson! Mommy is so proud of you! The first one to graduate from college in the family is such a big honor. I love you so much.   Wanda Swearengin  Parent

Juvonny, we are so very proud of your determination and commitment to excellence. Your hard work has paid off and we support you on your way to achieving your career goals. Love mom & dad.   Raquel Sizemore   Parent

Congratulations Kevin Betters Jr! We are all so very proud of you!   Stephanie Betters  Family

You made it to the next level of Leadership! Go into the world and be the forefront of your expertise and knowledge!       Gilbert Pryor (’95)  Assistant Professor

Congratulations to Imani Rowe for staying focused and finishing what you started with determination. Keep grinding through the next chapter in your life!   Leonardo Rowe  Parent

I am so proud of my daughter Patrice Brown as she graduated with a bachelor's in early childhood education. You are a smart, young, beautiful woman and I am honored to be your Mom.   Patricia Watkins  Family

Summer Dale, I am so proud of you. Keep going precious. My first grandchild to have a college education.  Amen!       Vanessa Johnson  Family

Mission accomplished #BSUGrad2k20   Takiya Reid  Student

You did it! I hope you are as proud as I am. You've invested in yourself and now you get to see the benefits. All that hard work will pay off! Congratulations!   Rev. Eloisa Brown  Supporter

Congratulations Nia!!! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments to press forward during a time like this. We know you will continue to do great things in the future!!!!        Kisha Harvey  Supporter

Just want to say congratulations best friend. You're my inspiration for even thinking or trying college. I'm very proud of you more than you know.    LaTonya Williams  Family

Congratulations Precious! Continued success in all your endeavors!   Althea & Franklin Houchins  Family

We are so proud of our granddaughter, Patrice brown as she received a bachelor's in early childhood education. Hard work pays off and we know that you will be a teacher. We Love You! Grandparents    George & Josephine Watkins  Family

Congratulations to the graduates. You all are our future leaders who will make an impact. To my nephew who is graduating, Montre Martin, you have filled our family with tremendous pride because of your determination to succeed. We love you!!!    Nilda Reyes  Family

On behalf of the Department of Athletics & Recreation, I want to congratulate the 2020 graduates on your perseverance to complete your educational goal. You are Bowie Bold & Bulldog Strong!       Clyde Doughty, Jr.    Vice President of Athletics

CongratulationCongrats c/o 2020!  Special love & congratulations to my dear Lexi!  We are so proud of you accomplishing this major milestone. The world is yours now more than ever. Love,   Mom, Dad, Brendon, & Christian  Family   s class of 2020 we are sooo proud; special s/o to Nataly Reyes keep moving forward!!!     Rico Suave  Supporter

A special congratulations to Kendra Harley.   DaJuan Reid  Family

Congratulations to Michelle E. Jupiter, Class of 2020. You were determined. Dean's list multiple times. You did it! So proud of you. Your number one fan. Mommy.    Arnette Jupiter  Parent

Continue to trust God through every process Taylor! I love you! Congratulations!    Taylor Edwards  Family

Michelle, congratulations! May all dreams forever prove fulfilled; as you transition from learning for life, to lifetime learning.  Remember who's number one and embrace failure as lessons.    Michael Jupiter   Parent

Congratulations fellow grads and remember to always grind with a plan!    Tariq Abdullah  Graduating Senior

Congratulations Brittany Gaddy!  We are very proud of all your accomplishments. You stayed committed and dedicated to excellence.  We pray for God's continued blessings on you.  We love you!   Michelle & James Gaddy (’87)  Family

We are so proud of you. We can't wait to celebrate this accomplishment with you!    Ericka Best  Family

I am excited and extremely proud of Allexis Baylor and the BSU 2020 graduates. You are courageous and resilient Lexi Lex!   Monica Harris  Family

We, your church family are so proud of you and the BSU class of 2020. Our Bishop Smith is an alumnus. Congratulations and trust the Lord with all your heart.       Judah Family, Christian Center, DC  Supporter

Congratulations Janae Cephas. You did it. Your mother and I are extremely proud of you. Always know shoot for the moon and even if you miss you will land amongst the stars. We love you. Dad & Mom   Travis James  Parent

Congratulations to my beautiful daughter. You have worked so hard to get to this point. Love mom.   Kendra Harley  Parent

Congrats Nia!!! So happy for you and I wish you well on all your future endeavors!!   Asheley Alexander  Family

Congratulations Summer Stephens. You have reached an amazing milestone in your life. May God continue to bless you abundantly as you continue to move through life. - Your mom. I love you to pieces.  You did it!!!   Sonia May  Parent

Congratulations Winter A. Bingham on receiving your DOCTORATE. You DID IT! Proud of you.   Kimberly Perrault  Family

Congratulations to my fabulous niece on a job well done in earning her bachelor's degree.  Your future is bright and I will always be there to support you 100% Love you always, Aunt Shareese   Shareese Kess-Lewis  Family

Congrats to my daughter Brittany Richburg.  I am one proud momma. Look at GOD! He brought you through so much, but you persisted.  I love you so much!   Danielle Sweeney (‘90 & ‘96)  Parent

Greetings BRILLIANT BSU BULLDOGS! As you embark upon your next journey towards EXCELLENCE, no matter what ...Remember, Reflect & Reassess your goals. Stay focused, flexible and move with intention.    Shinzira Shomade (’16)  Retention Coordinator

I waited 34 years for this day to shout from the mountain to that my baby, Amber S. Strong, IS A COLLEGE GRADUATE!!! It's the proudest moment 2nd to her birth! Congratulations Amber!  You did it! We love you!!!!!!!   Alexis Powell  Parent

Tiffanyyy Peresta!!! Congratulations! We are so proud of you!!! Can't wait to see what the future brings and cheer you on along the way. The future is female!   Felicity & Joey Keeley  Family

Daijha Ballard I am so proud of you.  I can't wait to see what's next on your journey into your next chapter!  Love Mommy!!   Andrea Jackson  Parent

Great job. Go forth and impact this world. Be the leaders we need. Make changes for better.   Bart Johnson  Parent

Congratulations Michelle (Cookie)!!! Gran and I love you and are so proud of you. Well done!   Shirley Wesley  Family

Congrats to the graduating class of 2020. You deserve it and you do it. Special shout out to my sister Keva (Mecca) Colbert.   Zsanetta Yerby (‘11)   Family

Way to go Danielle!    Pennella Buchanan  Alum

You came, you saw, you conquered!! I am so proud of you Tiff!! Can't wait to see what you conquer next!! Love you!       Johnny Joseph  Family

Congratulations Mohammed Alfohaid, chasing a dream requires efforts, passion and hard work. Keep up your good work and continue to strive.    Maram Alfawzan  Family

Congratulations to my Granddaughter Kai Holmes-Cook on her graduation from Bowie State University 2020. Our family is very proud of you.    Grandma and Grandpa Cook  Family

Class of 2020, what a pivotal year full of distractions, plagues and fear. Your tenacity was unwavering through and through Bowie State graduates we're all proud of you!   Tiana Saunders  Family

Congratulations Diamond are so proud of you for achieving your educational goal and we look forward to your many accomplishments in the future.   Diamond Lyles  Family

Congratulations class of 2020 we are sooo proud; special s/o to Nataly Reyes keep moving forward!!!     Rico Suave  Supporter

Congratulations to our daughter Ashley Green and the entire class of 2020! Ashley, we are extremely proud of you!  Love, Mom & Dad   Parent

Congratulations Imani!  We are so proud of you!  Keep up the good work!  Love, The Callwood Family   Imani Rowe (‘07)  Alum

Tina Surratt, I'm so proud of you. Through it all look what God has allowed you to accomplish. Congratulations!       Vanessa McKay  Family

Mission accomplished #BSUGrad2k20   Takiya Reid  Student

Congratulations Allexis Baylor!!!  We are so very proud of you!     Love Auntie, Uncle Nate, Mia and Nathan, Genell Penn  Family
Congratulations, Gaston Cooper! We applaud you!  We celebrate you!  We stand by you, Always,  Love, Mom & Dad  Tori Cooper Parent This isn’t the graduation you imagined, but you did it - CONGRATULATIONS!!  Karmalita Contee (‘92) Director of Stewardship & Donor Relations Congratulations c/o 2020! You did it!! Sending a special congratulations to Destiny Johnson. Despite the many obstacles, you persisted! Wishing you the best today and always! Love, your #1 Fan.  Natasha Perry Parent
Congratulations to the class of 2020! This accomplishment is a reflection of your greatness. Continue to Be Bold and BeGreat because you are! Warren Dawkins ('98) Alum Congratulations to the BSU Outstanding Class of 2020! As you embark on this new journey in life remember we are still right there with you. Go Bulldogs! Joan Smallwood Executive Administrative Assistant 1 Congratulations to the class of 2020! A special shoutout to my daughter Jada! I am so proud of your milestone! You did it Princess! Melissa Brooks-Harris Parent

Congratulations to Brittany A. Richburg.  So very proud of you! Love from the Halls.   Tia Hall Supporter

Congratulations Tydia Thornton, biology major.  Your father and I are very proud of you. You have always put academics first and it has paid off. Continue on your journey to medical school.  Towanda Thornton  Parent

Class of 2020! You have made the Bullldog Nation very proud.  You are resilient, tenacious and we pass the torch to you!  Keep soaring!!!    Dr. Shirelle Briscoe (’88, ’91)  Alum

Congratulations to Bonita Robinson! Best wishes on your next adventure!  Your hard work paid off. The One Step Away Program is proud to have you as our 40th graduate!    Dr. Becky Verzinski  Asst. VP for Assessment

Congratulations to Candy Smith on earning her CAAS degree! You did it! Best wishes on your next adventure. The One Step Away Program is proud to have you as our 39th graduate.     Dr. Becky Verzinski  Asst. VP for Assessment

Happy Graduation, Nia Baker! I'm proud of you and wish you a future as bright as you are.    Cloris Shaw-Baker   Parent
Congratulations to my fellow Bowie State University May 2020 graduates!! Good luck on all future endeavors!! Let's go Bulldogs!! Gloria Thomas Graduating Senior Donovan Erskine, We are so proud of you! We are so excited to celebrate you as you embark on the next phase of this journey! We salute you! We love you! Congratulations c/o 2020 Family Let your courage and determination be the vehicle that drives you. Career Development Center
Congratulations Alphonso Smith Jr. Job well done. Some say the sky is the limit but I say there's no limit to what you can accomplish. Alphonso Smith  Family  Congratulations Class of 2020! Stay encouraged as you continue on your journey of excellence!!  Dr. Euwanna Heard  Assistant Professor Congratulations Shavin on successfully completing Phase 2 of your journey. In the lyrical words of Stevie Wonder - Stay Gold.  Loretta DeVonish  Parent
Class of 2020. It has been a long journey, despite the danger of COVID-19, you never gave up. I am over excited for the achievements.   Abangolee Caulcrick  Alum Congratulations  Dr. Tiwang, you have successfully completed your doctorate program after years of hard work. We are so proud of you. Continue to do great things! Congrats to all the BSU 2020 graduates.    Hope Tiwang  Family Congratulations to all you scholars, I wish you all nothing but success and joy in your lives and career paths. #HBCU #BSU2020  Anthony Coates  Family
I am so very proud of the many graduates of Bowie State University for their perseverance. I want to especially shout out my grandson, Kajuan Kelly-Gilmore, one of the 2020 graduates.  Winona Gilmore Family Congratulations to the class of 2020 and a special congratulations to my wonderful, brilliant and beautiful sister Nickeisha Wellington. We are extremely proud of you.  C. Brandon  Family Congratulations Marie Lise Levry! May God bless you and guide you towards right path. You have bright a future ahead of you! Love, Mom.   Paulette Ngoran   Parent

Congratulations Class of 2020. I am very proud of every single one of you. Thank you for giving us an opportunity to engage with you. Peace & blessings.  - Professor Tewodross Melchishua Williams

Congratulations, Class of 2020! And a very special shoutout to my little sister, Katherine Garcia Acevedo, who is graduating with an awesome GPA! You all are an inspiration to your family & friends!  - Ivonne Garcia

CONGRATULATIONS to the Class of 2020! You did it! Celebrate your accomplishments of earning your degree & lifelong memories of BSU! AyeAyeAyeAyeeeeBOWIE!  Thomasina "Coach T" Boardley  Head Cheer Coach and Assistant Director of New Student Experiences & Student Activities

Congrats c/o 2020! Especially to my baby sis Imani Love Lee Rowe. Sooo proud of you!!  Amber Rowe (‘14) Alum

Congratulations Class of 2020 on your accomplishments. Your BSU experience will never leave you as you continue with a loving community bonded by everything that makes BSU special.  You have graduated in one of the most memorable years in history. Go Bulldogs!  Rosalind Muchiri (‘03) Alum

CONGRATS TO THE NURSING CLASS OF 2020! SPECIAL SHOUT OUT TO THE BETAS OF LAMBDA PHI BETA CHAPTER OF CHI ETA PHI, INC! You are persevering, sure-footed, purposefully directed, determined, and risk-takers!  Thuy Vy Lyn-kew (‘14; ‘20) Alum

Congrats to our daughter Jayda Blount & BSU Graduate School’s Class of 2020! We’re so proud of all of you. This may not have been the celebration of your achievements you envisioned, but just know, your resilience & strength inspire us to follow our dreams & to never give up. Blessings  Nikki Blount-Jackson Family It was a pleasure to work with the representatives and individuals of the class of “2020” throughout the years. In your next journey of life hold the memories of BSU. Congratulations!  Karen Tyler  Sr. Conference & Events Manager Congratulations to the graduating class of 2020. Welcome to the Alumni family!!! You made it #BSU4LIFE  Dr. Jerry A. Bolling (’94 & ‘98) Alum
Congratulations to the class of 2020! This accomplishment is a reflection of your greatness. Continue to Be Bold and to Be Great because you are!  Warren Dawkins (‘98) Alum Welcome Class of 2020 to the BSU Alumni Community!  While challenging, your journey will be noted as a class that persevered during a critical time in our nation’s history!  We look forward to our lifelong relationship with you! Again, CONGRATS!  Carla Henry Hopkins BSU Alumni Engagement Director Class of 2020, I am proud of each and every one of you. I understand that right now could be difficult, but like 2pac said, “Keep Your Head Up,” things will get easier. Congratulations to my fellow Bulldogs! #BulldogNation #blackandgold  Ekene Ishicheli Graduating Senior
Graduating seniors, I am so proud of you! May you enjoy great success. Continue to love and embrace your art and push yourself every day. !Felicidades graduados 2020! -Professor Elana Velasco Congratulations Class of 2020. You are prepared for greatness because you have earned one thing no one can take from you; An education! I salute you for being resilient during this difficult time. Be encouraged. #boop  - Phyllis Gillians Huge, huge congrats!!! Way to push in spite of the circumstances!!!! Welcome to the greatest alumni family!!!!  #bsu #bsu  Shawn Rouse (‘01) Alum
Congratulations to our Bulldogs Blessings!!! You all are super amazing and awesome. I look forward to seeing you all in your achievements with Bowie State University Alumni under your name. Congrats!!!  Danette Purvis Family Member Congratulations to the entire class of 2020! Remember, you are unstoppable, the world is waiting for YOU to make a difference, and nothing will stand in the way of your journey. You deserve it!!!.  Rebecca Akinmurele (’19) Alum

Congratulations Class of 2020! It has been a long, hard road. But we made it! We made it through the trials and tribulations of Covid-19 and all the years in school. I am so happy for each and every one of you!   - Faith Garner ‘20