NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2025 4 STC ALUMNI ASSOCIATION 100TH ANNIVERSARY FEATURE IT IS with immense pride and heartfelt congratulations that I salute the Shortwood Teachers’ College Alumni Association (SOSA) as you celebrate 100 years of exceptional service to education. This centenary milestone is more than a celebration of years – it is a confirmation of the enduring impact of a community committed to shaping lives and uplifting our nation through education. For a century, Shortwood Teachers’ College has been a beacon of excellence, producing educators who have gone on to mould generations. SOSA, in its dynamic and spirited way, has kept the flame of that legacy burning brightly connecting alumni, supporting the college, and celebrating the contributions of its distinguished graduates. You are a living bridge between the proud past and the promising future. Through reunions, mentoring, fundraising, and volunteerism, SOSA does more than reflect on history – it actively invests in the future. In today’s rapidly changing world, the strength of an institution lies in its ability to stay connected to its roots while inspiring new growth. SOSA does just that, offering every alumna and alumnus the chance to remain part of something meaningful and transformative. You remind us all that when we give back, we move forward together. To every past student of Shortwood Teachers’ College, I encourage you to continue leaning into your shared legacy. Your journey doesn’t end at graduation; it grows with every life you touch, every young mind you inspire, and every effort you make to support the next generation of educators. I commend SOSA for your steadfast dedication and encourage you to continue being a source of inspiration. May the next 100 years be filled with even greater accomplishments. Happy Centennial, SOSA! Keep shining. SENATOR DR THE HON DANA MORRIS DIXON Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information (MOESYI) May the next 100 years be filled with even greater accomplishments
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