Of course we know how great our students are, but we like it when other people notice, too – and recently Francis Lubuulwa, a U.S. Scholarship student, has been getting attention. First, he was selected as the keynote speaker at Macy’s Passport Teen Night in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Francis had the fantastic opportunity to share his story with more than 4000 teenagers who attended this fashion show fundraiser, which is aimed at educating teens about AIDS.
Next, upon learning about this accomplishment, one of his professors at Richland College nominated Francis for the college's Wall of Honor, an award given to those who have overcome great obstacles in their life. Richland's president presented Francis with the award at a ceremony, and now his photo and story prominently hang on the walls of his campus. The story is featured on the Richland College website, and begins: “Francis Lubuulwa is well acquainted with loss. His childhood in AIDS-ravaged Uganda taught harsh lessons. But through the tragedies he’s endured, Francis has learned hope.” And the story ends on this note: “Francis plans to return to Uganda to establish his own human resources consulting company after finishing his studies at Richland. Armed with a 4.0 GPA, Francis is sure to be successful in his mission to spread hope in his homeland.”
Click here to read the inspiring full story.
Keep up the wonderful work, your doing a great job.
Posted by: Leiloni | September 21, 2011 at 01:35 PM
Well, I am flattered. Thank you so much everyone has, and is a part of my life. I promiss to keep the candle burning.
LF
Posted by: Francis Lubuulwa | January 22, 2010 at 06:54 PM
Very proud of you dear Francis. Keep it up. We are cheering for you every step of the way
Posted by: Rose Nanyonga Clarke | January 22, 2010 at 12:07 PM