He is a testament of the rewards that hard work, pertinacity and patience can bring, despite adversity. Of the role models I have, Powell is a man who exemplifies the character and integrity that I, for one, aspire to exude. As our class will soon enter the workforce and take on difficult challenges facing the United States both domestically and globally, his message will certainly be one that will resonate and motivate us to take on those challenges. There are few people that I could have imagined to be the perfect speaker for the conclusion of my experience at Northeastern and having Colin Powell — well, it’s certainly an honor and I can’t wait to hear his powerful words of wisdom. Just another reason being a Husky is so awesome.
– Juan Kimble is a senior business administration major.
