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Tim Denney
  • Class of 2013
  • Jacksonville, IL

Timothy Denney Among the Illinois College Graduating Class of 2013

2013 May 19

Timothy Denney of Jacksonville, Ill. was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree from Illinois College on Sun. May 12. The commencement ceremony was the 179th in the college's history of being a premier liberal arts institution located in Jacksonville, Ill. The afternoon ceremony was held outside on the historic upper quadrangle with graduates numbering 205.

In his 10th and final commencement at Illinois College, retiring President Axel Steuer on Sunday offered four guideposts to help this year's 205 graduating seniors lead fulfilling lives.

"Think of me today as a scout who has traveled quite a few years in front of you," he said. "I have been over the road that lies ahead to wherever your careers may take you. And here, in short, are the guideposts I offer:

"1. Never compromise integrity and you will have a life worth living; 2. Persist in following your dreams and your dreams have a good chance of being fulfilled; 3. Commit yourself firmly to justice and the world will be better because of you; and 4. Serve the needs of others, and your life as well as theirs will be enriched."

Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.