Able Quote by Gordon Wu
“Princeton has made an enormous difference in my life, and I am delighted to be able to express my gratitude in such a tangible way. The generosity of earlier generations of donors made it possible for me to attend Princeton as a young student from Hong Kong, and I have always wanted to do all I could to assure that students in the future.. from the United States and around the world.. will have the same kinds of opportunities I had to learn from faculty members who are leaders in their fields at a university that remains second to none in its commitment to teaching.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Commencement address at Princeton University, 2019
Gratitude for donor generosity enables global students to access Princeton’s top‑tier education, inspiring a commitment to give back.
In simple terms: Donors help students worldwide; gratitude inspires future giving.
Key Takeaway
Give back to support future generations.
Themes
education
gratitude
philanthropy
global opportunity
legacy
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
Type
institutional
reflective
When to use this quote
- scholarship applications
- alumni fundraising
- international student support
Key Concepts
social mobility
donor impact
institutional excellence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions diversify funding sources?
- What role does gratitude play in philanthropy?
A Different Perspective
Funding may fluctuate; reliance on donors can be uncertain.
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