Of all the graduating classes I’ve had the honor of teaching at CCU, this is perhaps the most meaningful. My congratulations go to all of you who managed to overcome every obstacle in your way to be graduating today. For those of you who are now alumni of CCU’s Intelligence and National Security program, I am especially proud of you. Not only for graduating, but also for having demonstrated that you are able to quickly adapt to changing conditions on the ground and thrive under pressure. This is, in fact, what intelligence is all about. Remember this as you go forward: success is a measure of your adaptability and your quick thinking in unstructured situations. COVID-19 is an opportunity to demonstrate what you can do. Go out there and make us proud!
From Joseph Fitsanakis
