Florida A&M University

of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore

FOUNDERS’ WEEK 2021

“September 13, 1886, is a day that I will forever be grateful for because what we now know as the University of Maryland Eastern Shore was created. One hundred thirty-five years later, we are still standing tall and proud to be in the top 20 HBCUs. UMES means a lot to me, and being a part of its legacy is a blessing. I hope that my university continues to shine and be a phenomenal institution. I am proud to be a member of the Hawk family, and I want to continue spreading that hawk pride now and forever.”

Princess Sarah Bentil, Miss UMES Senior, Major: Marketing

“Founders’ Day, September 13, is a monumental day for us. I’m extremely proud of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and the Hawk family for continuing the education for an abundance of minorities throughout the world. As we stamp our university in history, I hope to see our university flourish in more ways than one. In this vision, I see the incorporation of diverse majors that adhere to the different career goals our current and future students may have. The 70+ organizations will be able to continue to be successful and allow for every student to be a part of something bigger than themselves. Lastly, we are able to provide all the necessary resources and policies to increase our graduation rate and ensure our future alumni have an opportunity to be successful in their fields. With the current progress I see, this vision is coming to life and I can’t wait to see it first-hand. Hawk Pride!” “Hawks, it’s our 135th anniversary, an institution where the roots run deep. As a proud Hawk, it brings me great pleasure to know that my alma mater served me for eight years. With great honor, I am proud to serve the alumni community. My most vital hope for my alma mater is to see alumni return home to the nest to invest their treasure, time, or talent. Our university’s longevity is truly remarkable. I hope all alumni walk around with a great sense of pride.” Kadeem Turnbull, Director of Alumni Relations

Founders’ Week 2021 began with Sunday service at Metropolitan United Methodist Church in Princess Anne

Photo: Kadeem Turnbull