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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
April 28, 1989
REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
DURING SIGNING CEREMONY
FOR
NEW EXECUTIVE ORDER ON
HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES
AND UNIVERSITIES
The Rose Garden
2:10 P.M. EDT
THE PRESIDENT: First, my respects to our two Secretaries
here today -- Secretary Cavazos, our Secretary of Education;
Secretary Sullivan of HHS; and to our special guests -- all of you
fit that description -- and particularly to the Presidents and
supporters of a noble educational tradition who honor us with their
presence this afternoon. All of you, welcome to the Rose Garden.
Graduations are coming up, and I know you're looking forward to the
free advice you'll get from the parents.
I suggest the response of one English schoolmaster: "If
you promise not to believe everything your child says happens at this
school, I'll promise not to believe everything he says happens at
home. (Laughter.)
For over 100 years, the historically black colleges and
universities have been a special part of our heritage. At a time
when many schools barred their doors to black Americans, these
colleges offered the best, and often the only, opportunity for a
higher education. And today, thank heavens, most of those barriers
have been brought down by the law, and yet, historically black
colleges and universities still represent a vital component of
American higher education, enriching a great tradition of educational
choice and diversity in this country.
As one educator put it, "We must see that every child has
an equal opportunity to become different, to realize their unique
potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me across the way in the EOB to discuss new ways to ensure that
every black child has that chance. Several of your colleagues --
Gloria Scott and Van Payton, Leroy Keith come to mind. They ask
that, first and foremost, the administration establish an advisory
committee to make sure that your voices continue to be heard. It was
a sound idea and one that I am pleased to put into effect in a few
moments when the new Executive Order I'm signing creates the
Universities. President's Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new board
will assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs. It
also guarantees that each of you, every president of a historically
black college or university, be given an opportunity to comment on
these plans before they reach my desk in the Oval Office. We will
continue to listen. Your voices must and will be heard.
As many here have requested, today's order also
incorporates the most useful provisions of its predecessor. But more
importantly, it contains new initiatives that will increase the
private sector role in ensuring the long-term viability of the
MORE
- 2 -
distinctive institutions that you represent. Now that's just
bureaucratese for the volunteer spirit -- a tradition of helping
one's neighbors well-known to black Americans.
This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by Bill and
Camille Cosby's singular gift to Spellman last fall. The New York
Times called the Cosby donation "as much a challenge as a gift."
Well, we're trying to sweeten that challenge. Some of you reminded
me in January that perhaps the most important support that the
government can provide is through incentives to increase endowments,
and that's why we have requested a total of $60 million during the
next four years over and above the existing programs for endowment
matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted, "I have enough money to last me the rest of my
life unless I buy something." Well, the new endowments program
represents a commitment to the long-term. It's not a quick fix, and
it's flexible, producing new contributions and ultimately new income
-- permitting each of your schools to decide where its money is best
spent.
These budget proposals, like the new advisory committee,
our support for the crimes bill and the appointment of capable
officials like Lauro Cavazos and Lou Sullivan are but another part of
this administration's commitment to see that the promise of the civil
rights movement, a fair society for all Americans, becomes real.
In that regard, I know that Dick Thornburgh, our Attorney
General, and our nominee to head the Civil Rights Division, Bill
Lucas, are unshakeable in their commitment to equal rights and to the
vigorous enforcement of the laws which guarantee those rights to all
Americans.
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need work
opportunities while still students which can also provide another way
to help finance their education. By this order we also direct that
the Office of Personnel Management, working together with Secretary
Cavazos and Secretary Dole, our Secretary of Labor, develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the federal government. America needs and wants their
creativity, their talent, their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across this great
country -- from Florida, North Dakota to Texas -- I mean, California,
Virginia something like 7,500 miles in less than four days. And,
as we circled the continent, I thought of the coming commencements at
the schools across our land, and it is a time of new beginnings --
for those kids, new dreams. And they are exciting times for all
young Americans and especially, I think, for those black Americans --
those young kids that you have nurtured with a wonderful education.
Out of a century that began with their people still bound by the
remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging into a time rich
with opportunities unimaginable to their grandparents. And you, and
the teachers -- oh, God bless the teachers that work with you -- are
the fulfillers of your students' dreams and of your nation's destiny.
And so bless you in your mission, and now with great
pleasure and really a great sense of personal pride, I want to sign
this Executive Order to launch these new initiatives, recognizing it
is only a beginning. I think it's a good one. I want to work with
you. God bless you all. (Applause.)
END
2:18 P.M. EDT
Document No.
030866SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 4/26/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4/27/89 NOON
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
EXECUTIVE ORDER SIGNING CEREMONY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
been out of town
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
will try to look
at it when she gets back
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
out of town
DARMAN
STUDDERT
Be back at 4:30
BATES
UNTERMEYER Picked up COPY last night
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Thursday, April 27, 1989, with an info copy
to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(McNally/Martin)
April 26, 1989
1833
APR 5:00 p.m.
Draft Two
(B: COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
afternoon. Welcome to America's backyard. It belongs to you --
and to the students and teachers you are here to represent. And
we're thrilled to have you join us for this important day.
I'm also pleased to see that Bryant Gumbel is here. The
White House keeps a close eye on the networks to monitor those
places where the unexpected unfolds on our TV screens each week:
China. Soviet Georgia. El Salvador. The Cosby Show.
Actually, I haven't watched much TV lately. But I'm told
Oprah Winfrey just opened a restaurant in Chicago. It's a theme
restaurant. A sign inside says: "Stay Real. ( (Pause)) Never
Dull. ((PAUSE)) No Rules." ((PAUSE)) Sounds to me like
college in the eighties.
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these colleges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education. Let me assurt you that each
2
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education --
in this coun tay.
enriching a great tradition of educational choice that also
embraces the likes of Notre Dame, BYU, Yeshiva and others. As
one educator put it, we must see that every child has an equal
opportunity -- "not to become equal, but to become different" --
to realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
(OMB)
incorporates the most wseful provisions of
3
the previous executive order on Historically
Black Colleges and Univers, thes
As many here have requested, today's Order also reauthorizes
useful
Executive Order 12320. But more importantly, it contains new
initiatives that will increase the private sector role in
ensuring the long-term viability of the distinctive institutions
you represent.
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by the
singular gift of $20 million to Spelman College last fall. For
their generosity -- and for their EXAMPLE -- everyone here owes
thanks to Bill and Camille Cosby.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift. " Well, we are trying to sweeten that
challenge. Some of you reminded me in January that perhaps the
most important support the Government can provide is through
incentives to increase endowments. That's why we have requested
dusma the next four years
a total of $60 million over and above existing programs -- for
endowment matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
decide where its money is best spent.
4
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. Out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams -- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 27, 1989
MEMORANDUM TO CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
RAE NELSON
THROUGH:
WILLIAM B. ROPER WRR
SUBJECT:
Historically Black Colleges Speech Draft
We have an additional comment on the HBCU speech concerning
a possible factual inconsistency.
Pg. 3, para. 1, line 2
The draft states that "today's order reauthorizes Executive
Order 12320.' The last sentence of the new Executive Order
states "Executive Order No. 12320 of September 15, 1981, is
revoked."
If not already done, we would appreciate your resolving this
inconsistency.
CC: John Gardner
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 27, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
FOR COMMUNICATIONS
FROM:
MICHAEL J. ASTRUE MJA
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Signing Ceremony for
Executive Order Concerning Historically
Black Colleges and Universities
Counsel's Office has reviewed the above-referenced remarks. We
object strongly to the third paragraph of the first page. Aside
from the fact that the point of the attempted joke is murky, we
feel that it is likely to be construed as offensive.
Otherwise, we have no objections to the remarks.
CC: James W. Cicconi
14A
THESE BUDGET PROPOSALS -- LIKE THE NEW ADVISORY
COMMITTEE, OUR SUPPORT FOR THE HATE CRIMES BILL, AND
THE APPOINTMENT OF CAPABLE OFFICIALS LIKE LAURO
CAVAZOS, AND LOUIS SULLIVAN --ARE BUT ANOTHER PART OF
THIS ADMINISTRATION'S COMMITMENT TO SEE THAT THE
PROMISE OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT -- A FAIR SOCIETY
FOR ALL AMERICANS -- BECOMES REAL.
14B
IN THAT REGARD, I KNOW THAT OUR ATTORNEY GENERAL, DICK
THORNBURGH, AND OUR NOMINEE TO HEAD THE CIVIL RIGHTS
DIVISION, BILL LUCAS, ARE UNSHAKABLE IN THEIR
COMMITMENT TO EQUAL RIGHTS AND TO THE VIGOROUS
ENFORCEMENT OF THE LAWS WHICH GUARANTEE THOSE RIGHTS TO
ALL AMERICANS.
- 19 -
You AND THE TEACHERS WHO WORK WITH YOU ARE THE
FULFILLERS --OF YOUR STUDENT'S DREAMS -- AND OF YOUR
NATION'S DESTINY.
GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR MISSION. AND NOW, WITH GREAT
PLEASURE AND GREAT PRIDE, I WILL SIGN THIS EXECUTIVE
ORDER TO LAUNCH THESE NEW INITIATIVES.
#
#
#
14A 14B
THESE BUDGET PROPOSALS -- LIKE THE NEW ADVISORY
COMMITTEE, OUR SUPPORT FOR THE HATE CRIMES BILL, AND
THE APPOINTMENT OF CAPABLE OFFICIALS LIKE LAURO
CAVAZOS, LOUIS SULLIVAN AND NOTWILLTAM WILLIAM LUCAS --ARE BUT
and
2 most
ANOTHER PART OF THIS ADMINISTRATION'S COMMITMENT TO SEE
THAT THE PROMISE OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT -- A FAIR
SOCIETY FOR ALL AMERICANS -- BECOMES REAL. Their Consumt
In that I know that Comesh our Attorney General,
regard
Dick Though and om nominee to head the will rights division
Bill Lucas, are anshabable in their commitment to equal rights Rights and
to the vigorous enfreement of The haws which granamtee those all Americans. for
REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
SECRETARY CAVAZOS, SECRETARY SULLIVAN -- AND
ESPECIALLY OUR SPECIAL GUESTS, THE PRESIDENTS AND
SUPPORTERS OF A NOBLE EDUCATIONAL TRADITION WHO HONOR
US WITH THEIR PRESENCE THIS AFTERNOON. WELCOME TO THE
ROSE GARDEN.
- 2 -
GRADUATIONS ARE COMING UP, AND I KNOW YOU'RE
LOOKING FORWARD TO THE FREE ADVICE YOU'LL GET FROM
PARENTS. I SUGGEST THE RESPONSE OF ONE ENGLISH
SCHOOLMASTER: "IF YOU PROMISE NOT TO BELIEVE
EVERYTHING YOUR CHILD SAYS HAPPENS AT THIS SCHOOL --
I'LL PROMISE NOT TO BELIEVE EVERYTHING HE SAYS HAPPENS
AT HOME."
- 3 -
FOR OVER 100 YEARS THE HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES
AND UNIVERSITIES HAVE BEEN A SPECIAL PART OF AMERICA'S
HERITAGE. AT A TIME WHEN MANY SCHOOLS BARRED THEIR
DOORS TO BLACK AMERICANS, THESE COLLEGES OFFERED THE
BEST, AND OFTEN THE ONLY OPPORTUNITY FOR A HIGHER
EDUCATION.
- 4 -
TODAY, MOST OF THOSE BARRIERS HAVE BEEN BROUGHT
DOWN BY THE LAW. AND YET, HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES
AND UNIVERSITIES STILL REPRESENT A VITAL COMPONENT OF
AMERICAN HIGHER EDUCATION -- ENRICHING A GREAT
TRADITION OF EDUCATIONAL CHOICE AND DIVERSITY IN THIS
COUNTRY.
- 5 -
As ONE EDUCATOR PUT IT, WE MUST SEE THAT EVERY CHILD
HAS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY -- "To BECOME DIFFERENT" -- TO
REALIZE THEIR UNIQUE POTENTIAL OF BODY, MIND AND
SPIRIT.
NINE DAYS BEFORE I BECAME PRESIDENT, A NUMBER OF
YOU MET WITH ME HERE AT THE WHITE HOUSE TO DISCUSS NEW
WAYS TO ENSURE THAT EVERY BLACK CHILD HAS THAT CHANCE.
- 6 -
SEVERAL OF YOUR COLLEAGUES -- GLORIA SCOTT, BENJAMIN
PAYTON AND LEROY KEITH COME TO MIND -- ASKED THAT,
FIRST AND FOREMOST, THE ADMINISTRATION ESTABLISH AN
ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO MAKE SURE YOUR VOICES CONTINUE TO
BE HEARD.
- 7 -
IT WAS A SOUND IDEA, AND ONE THAT I AM PLEASED TO
PUT INTO EFFECT IN A FEW MOMENTS -- WHEN THE NEW
EXECUTIVE ORDER I AM SIGNING CREATES THE PRESIDENT'S
BOARD OF ADVISORS ON HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND
UNIVERSITIES.
- 8 -
STAFFED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, THIS NEW
BOARD WILL ASSIST SECRETARY CAVAZOS IN DEVELOPING
ANNUAL PLANS TO INCREASE PARTICIPATION BY YOUR SCHOOLS
IN FEDERALLY SPONSORED PROGRAMS.
- 9 -
IT ALSO GUARANTEES THAT EACH OF YOU -- EVERY PRESIDENT
OF A HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY -- BE
GIVEN AN OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT ON THESE PLANS BEFORE
THEY REACH MY DESK. WE WILL CONTINUE TO LISTEN. YOUR
VOICES MUST BE HEARD.
- 10 -
As MANY HERE HAVE REQUESTED, TODAY'S ORDER ALSO
INCORPORATES THE MOST USEFUL PROVISIONS OF ITS
PREDECESSOR. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, IT CONTAINS NEW
INITIATIVES THAT WILL INCREASE THE PRIVATE SECTOR ROLE
IN ENSURING THE LONG-TERM VIABILITY OF THE DISTINCTIVE
INSTITUTIONS YOU REPRESENT.
- 11 -
Now, THAT'S JUST BUREAUCRATESE FOR THE "VOLUNTEER
SPIRIT" --A TRADITION OF HELPING ONE'S NEIGHBORS WELL
KNOWN TO BLACK AMERICANS. THIS TRADITION WAS PERHAPS
BEST EXEMPLIFIED BY BILL AND CAMILLE COSBY'S SINGULAR
GIFT TO SPELMAN COLLEGE LAST FALL. THE NEW YORK TIMES
CALLED THE COSBY'S DONATION "AS MUCH A CHALLENGE AS A
GIFT."
- 12 -
WELL, WE ARE TRYING TO SWEETEN THAT CHALLENGE.
SOME OF YOU REMINDED ME IN JANUARY THAT PERHAPS THE
MOST IMPORTANT SUPPORT THE GOVERNMENT CAN PROVIDE IS
THROUGH INCENTIVES TO INCREASE ENDOWMENTS.
- 13 -
THAT'S WHY WE HAVE REQUESTED A TOTAL OF $60 MILLION
DURING THE NEXT FOUR YEARS -- OVER AND ABOVE EXISTING
PROGRAMS -- FOR ENDOWMENT MATCHING GRANTS FOR THE
SPECIAL SCHOOLS YOU REPRESENT.
THEY SAY THE UNIVERSITY'S USUAL STATE CAN BE SUMMED
UP BY THE LADY WHO NOTED: "I HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO LAST
ME THE REST OF MY LIFE -- UNLESS I BUY SOMETHING."
- 14 -
WELL, THE NEW ENDOWMENTS PROGRAM REPRESENTS A
COMMITMENT TO THE LONG TERM. IT'S NOT A QUICK FIX.
AND IT'S FLEXIBLE -- PRODUCING NEW CONTRIBUTIONS AND
ULTIMATELY NEW INCOME -- PERMITTING EACH OF YOUR
SCHOOLS TO DECIDE WHERE ITS MONEY IS BEST SPENT.
- 15 -
AND FINALLY, IT DOESN'T DO MUCH GOOD TO EDUCATE OUR
YOUNG PEOPLE IF THEY CAN'T GET GOOD JOBS WHEN THEY GET
OUT. THEY NEED WORK OPPORTUNITIES WHILE STILL STUDENTS
-- WHICH CAN ALSO PROVIDE ANOTHER WAY TO HELP FINANCE
THEIR EDUCATION.
- 16 -
BY THIS ORDER, WE ALSO DIRECT THAT THE OFFICE OF
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT -- WORKING TOGETHER WITH
SECRETARIES CAVAZOS AND DOLE -- DEVELOP A PROGRAM TO
IMPROVE RECRUITMENT OF YOUR STUDENTS FOR PART-TIME AND
SUMMER POSITIONS IN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. AMERICA
NEEDS AND WANTS THEIR CREATIVITY, THEIR TALENT AND
THEIR DIVERSITY.
- 17 -
WE'VE JUST RETURNED FROM A JOURNEY ACROSS AMERICA
-- NORTH DAKOTA TO TEXAS, CALIFORNIA TO FLORIDA --
SOMETHING LIKE 7,500 MILES IN LESS THAN FOUR DAYS. AND
AS WE CIRCLED THE CONTINENT I THOUGHT OF THE COMING
COMMENCEMENTS AT THE SCHOOLS ACROSS OUR LAND. IT IS A
TIME OF NEW BEGINNINGS. A TIME OF DREAMS.
- 18 -
AND THEY ARE EXCITING TIMES FOR ALL YOUNG AMERICANS
-- AND ESPECIALLY FOR THOSE BLACK AMERICANS YOU HAVE
NURTURED WITH AN EDUCATION. OUT OF A CENTURY THAT
BEGAN WITH THEIR PEOPLE STILL BOUND BY THE REMNANTS OF
SLAVERY, THIS GENERATION IS EMERGING INTO A TIME RICH
WITH OPPORTUNITIES UNIMAGINABLE TO THEIR GRANDPARENTS.
- 19 -
You AND THE TEACHERS WHO WORK WITH YOU ARE THE
FULFILLERS --OF YOUR STUDENT'S DREAMS -- AND OF YOUR
NATION'S DESTINY.
GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR MISSION. AND NOW, WITH GREAT
PLEASURE AND GREAT PRIDE, I WILL SIGN THIS EXECUTIVE
ORDER TO LAUNCH THESE NEW INITIATIVES.
#
#
#
14A
THESE BUDGET PROPOSALS -- LIKE THE NEW ADVISORY
COMMITTEE, OUR SUPPORT FOR THE HATE CRIMES BILL, AND
THE APPOINTMENT OF CAPABLE OFFICIALS LIKE LAURO
CAVAZOS, LOUIS SULLIVAN AND WILLIAM LUCAS --ARE BUT
ANOTHER PART OF THIS ADMINISTRATION'S COMMITMENT TO SEE
THAT THE PROMISE OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT -- A FAIR
SOCIETY FOR ALL AMERICANS -- BECOMES REAL.
(McNally/Martin)
April 27, 1989
7:00 p.m.
Draft Three
(B:COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
afternoon. Welcome to the Rose Garden.
Graduations are coming up, and I know you're looking forward
to the free advice you'll get from parents. I suggest the
response of one English schoolmaster: "If you promise not to
believe everything your child says happens at this school -- I'll
promise not to believe everything he says happens at home."
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these colleges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education.
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education --
enriching a great tradition of educational choice and diversity
in this country. As one educator put it, we must see that every
2
child has an equal opportunity -- "to become different" -- to
realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
As many here have requested, today's Order also incorporates
the most useful provisions of its predecessor. But more
importantly, it contains new initiatives that will increase the
private sector role in ensuring the long-term viability of the
distinctive institutions you represent.
3
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by Bill
and Camille Cosby's singular gift to Spelman College last fall.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift.'
Well, we are trying to sweeten that challenge. Some of you
reminded me in January that perhaps the most important support
the Government can provide is through incentives to increase
endowments. That's why we have requested a total of $60 million
during the next four years -- over and above existing programs --
for endowment matching grants for the special schools you
represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
decide where its money is best spent.
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
4
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is a time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. Out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams -- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
#
#
#
000 WHITE HOUSE
VALUTEC #4
'89 4-27 0:04
PAGE 02
THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN
(McNally/Martin)
April 26, 1989
4/27/89
1983 APR 5:00 p.m.
Draft Two
(B:COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
Rose Garden
afternoon. Welcome to America's backyard It belongs to you --
and to the students and teachers you are here to represent. And
we're thrilled to have you join us for this important day.
I'm also pleased to see that Bryant Gumbel is here. The
the
White House keeps a close eye on the networks to monitor those
places where the unexpected unfolds on our TV screens each week:
China. Soviet Georgia. El Salvador. The Cosby Show.
Actually, I haven't watched much TV lately. But I'm told
Oprah Winfrey just opened a restaurant in Chicago. It's a theme
restaurant. A sign inside says: "stay Real. ((Pause)) Never
placue explain
Dull. ((PAUSE)) No Rules." ((PAUSE)) Sounds to me like
college in the eighties.
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these colleges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education.
000 WHITE HOUSE
VALUTEC #4
'89 4-27 0:05
PAGE 01
A1
2
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education --
enriching a great tradition of educational choice that also
embraces the likes of Notre Dame, BYU, Yeshiva and others. As
one educator put it, we must see that every child has an equal
opportunity -- "not to become equal, but to become different" --
to realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your.
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
000 WHITE HOUSE
VALUTEC #4
'89 4-27 0:05
PAGE 02
3
As many here have requested, today's Order also reauthorizes
Executive order 12320. But more importantly, it contains new
initiatives that will increase the private sector role in
ensuring the long-term viability of the distinctive institutions
you represent.
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by the
singular gift of $20 million to Spelman College last fall. For
their cenerosity -- and for their EXAMPLE -- everyone here owes
thanks to Bill and Camille Cosby.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift." well, we are trying to sweeten that
challenge. Some of you reminded me in January that perhaps the
most important support the Government can provide is through
incentives to increase endowments. That's why we have requested
a total of $60 million -- over and above existing programs -- for
endowment matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
decide where its money is best spent.
000 WHITE HOUSE
VALUTEC #4
'89 4-27 0:06
PAGE 03
4
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams -- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
#
#
Document No.
030866SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 4/26/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4/27/89 NOON
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
EXECUTIVE ORDER SIGNING CEREMONY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Thursday, April 27, 1989, with an info copy
to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
addition ongage/
G3n
4/27
James W. Clcconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(McNally/Martin)
April 26, 1989
1200
APR
5:00 p.m.
Draft Two
(B: COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
afternoon. Welcome to America's backyard. It belongs to you --
and to the students and teachers you are here to represent. And
we're thrilled to have you join us for this important day.
I'm also pleased to see that Bryant Gumbel is here. The
White House keeps a close eye on the networks to monitor those
places where the unexpected unfolds on our TV screens each week:
China. Soviet Georgia. El Salvador. The Cosby Show. the Today Show
Actually, I haven't watched much TV lately. But I'm told
Oprah Winfrey just opened a restaurant in Chicago. It's a theme
restaurant. A sign inside says: "Stay Real. ( (Pause) ) Never
Dull. ((PAUSE)) No Rules." ( (PAUSE)) Sounds to me like
college in the eighties.
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these collèges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education.
2
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education --
enriching a great tradition of educational choice that also
embraces the likes of Notre Dame, BYU, Yeshiva and others. As
one educator put it, we must see that every child has an equal
opportunity -- "not to become equal, but to become different" --
to realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
3
As many here have requested, today's Order also reauthorizes
Executive Order 12320. But more importantly, it contains new
initiatives that will increase the private sector role in
ensuring the long-term viability of the distinctive institutions
you represent.
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by the
singular gift of $20 million to Spelman College last fall. For
their generosity -- and for their EXAMPLE -- everyone here owes
thanks to Bill and Camille Cosby.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift.' Well, we are trying to sweeten that
challenge. Some of you reminded me in January that perhaps the
most important support the Government can provide is through
incentives to increase endowments. That's why we have requested
a total of $60 million -- over and above existing programs -- for
endowment matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." " Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
decide where its money is best spent.
4
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. Out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams -- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
#
#
#
April 27, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM;
DENISE SCHWARZ
OFFICE OF CABINET AFFAIRS
SUBJECT;
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES
AND UNIVERSITIES EXECUTIVE ORDER SIGNING CEREMONY
LOG #030866SS
We have reviewed the attached and have incorporated our
comments.
Attachment
CC: Jim Cicconi
Document No.
030866SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 4/26/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4/27/89 NOON
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
EXECUTIVE ORDER SIGNING CEREMONY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Thursday, April 27, 1989, with an info copy
to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(McNally/Martin)
April 26, 1989
1983 /APR
5:00 p.m.
Draft Two
(B: COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
afternoon. Welcome to America's backyard. It belongs to you --
and to the students and teachers you are here to represent. And
we're thrilled to have you join us for this important day.
I'm also pleased to see that Bryant Gumbel is here. The
White House keeps a close eye on the networks to monitor those
places where the unexpected unfolds on our TV screens each week:
China. Soviet Georgia. El Salvador. The Cosby Show.
Actually, I haven't watched much TV lately. But I'm told
Oprah Winfrey just opened a restaurant in Chicago. It's a theme
restaurant. A sign inside says: "Stay Real. ((Pause)) Never
Dull. ((PAUSE)) No Rules." ( (PAUSE)) Sounds to me like
college in the eighties.
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these colleges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education. Let me assure you that each Exec Agency
Had will work with you so that your institutions can
continue to provide such appor tunihes for your students
2
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education
--
in
this country
enriching a great tradition of educational choice that also
embraces the likes of Notre Dame, BYU, Yeshiva and others. As
one educator put it, we must see that every child has an equal
opportunity -- "not to become equal, but to become different" --
to realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
3
As many here have requested, today's Order also reauthorizes
Executive Order 12320. But more importantly, it contains new
initiatives that will increase the private sector role in
ensuring the long-term viability of the distinctive institutions
you represent.
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by the
singular gift of $20 million to Spelman College last fall. For
their generosity -- and for their EXAMPLE -- everyone here owes
thanks to Bill and Camille Cosby.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift. II Well, we are trying to sweeten that
challenge. Some of you reminded me in January that perhaps the
most important support the Government can provide is through
incentives to increase endowments. That's why we have requested
a total of $60 million -- over and above existing programs -- for
endowment matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
J
decide where its money is best spent.
4
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. Out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams -- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
#
#
#
Document No.
030866SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 4/26/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4/27/89 NOON
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
EXECUTIVE ORDER SIGNING CEREMONY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Thursday, April 27, 1989, with an info copy
to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
See changes
James W, Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(McNally/Martin)
April 26, 1989
1323 APR 5:00 p.m.
Draft Two
(B: COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
afternoon. Welcome to America's backyard. It belongs to you --
and to the students and teachers you are here to represent. And
we're thrilled to have you join us for this important day.
I'm also pleased to see that Bryant Gumbel is here. The
White House keeps a close eye on the networks to monitor those
places where the unexpected unfolds on our TV screens each week:
China. Soviet Georgia. El Salvador. The Cosby Show.
Actually, I haven't watched much TV lately. But I'm told
Oprah Winfrey just opened a restaurant in Chicago. It's a theme
restaurant. A sign inside says: "stay Real. (Pause) ) Never
Dull. ((PAUSE)) No Rules." ((PAUSE)) Sounds to me like
college in the eighties.
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these colleges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education.
2
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education --
enriching a great tradition of educational choice that also
embraces the likes of Notre Dame, BYU, Yeshiva and others. As
one educator put it, we must see that every child has an equal
opportunity -- "not to become equal, but to become different" --
to realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
Rod
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incorpriates the most usaful provesions of the
previous Erecutive uda an Hestrically Black colleps
and universities
As many here have requested, today's Order also reauthorizes
Executive Order 12320. But more importantly, it contains new
initiatives that will increase the private sector role in
ensuring the long-term viability of the distinctive institutions
you represent.
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by the
singular gift of $20 million to Spelman College last fall. For
their generosity -- and for their EXAMPLE -- everyone here owes
thanks to Bill and Camille Cosby.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift. " Well, we are trying to sweeten that
challenge. Some of you reminded me in January that perhaps the
most important support the Government can provide is through
Dolen
incentives to increase endowments. That's why we have requested
5178
over the next four years
a total of $60 million -- over and above existing programs -- for
endowment matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." " Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
decide where its money is best spent.
4
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. Out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams -- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
#
#
#
(McNally/Martin)
April 26, 1989
5:00 p.m.
Draft Two
(B:COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
afternoon. Welcome to America's backyard. It belongs to you --
and to the students and teachers you are here to represent. And
we're thrilled to have you join us for this important day.
I'm also pleased to see that Bryant Gumbel is here. The
White House keeps a close eye on the networks to monitor those
places where the unexpected unfolds on our TV screens each week:
China. Soviet Georgia. El Salvador. The Cosby Show.
Actually, I haven't watched much TV lately. But I'm told
Oprah Winfrey just opened a restaurant in Chicago. It's a theme
restaurant. A sign inside says: "Stay Real. ((Pause)) Never
Dull. ((PAUSE)) No Rules." ((PAUSE)) Sounds to me like
college in the eighties.
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these colleges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education.
2
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education --
enriching a great tradition of educational choice that also
embraces the likes of Notre Dame, BYU, Yeshiva and others. As
one educator put it, we must see that every child has an equal
opportunity -- "not to become equal, but to become different" --
to realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
3
As many here have requested, today's Order also reauthorizes
Executive Order 12320. But more importantly, it contains new
initiatives that will increase the private sector role in
ensuring the long-term viability of the distinctive institutions
you represent.
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by the
singular gift of $20 million to Spelman College last fall. For
their generosity -- and for their EXAMPLE -- everyone here owes
thanks to Bill and Camille Cosby.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift. " Well, we are trying to sweeten that
challenge. Some of you reminded me in January that perhaps the
most important support the Government can provide is through
incentives to increase endowments. That's why we have requested
a total of $60 million -- over and above existing programs -- for
endowment matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
decide where its money is best spent.
4
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. Out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams --- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
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Historically Black Colleges Unive Speech
Steve Studdert X 2421
He has the speech w/ him a is out of the
office until 4:30 today. secretary will
call back later today.
cmm Bonnie Newman - -has been out out town
Conpaie newman- 632-6106
secretary does not recall receiving the speech --
she is looking fn it and well call back.
Darman
Rec'd 12:30 Pm
get back to us.
Received 1:00P.m.
Bates -
On their way over w/ the Comments
me Clure
Rec'd 1:20
Writen comments
Peter back Brightville will be Calling us on way
add "the Today show on last / et page,
Called at 1:20- Everything is fine but would
2nd It, last line.
China Soviet Georgia El Salvador
The Cosby show and the Today show
Document No.
030866SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 4/26/89
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4/27/89 NOON
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
EXECUTIVE ORDER SIGNING CEREMONY
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
PINKERTON
>
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON, Thursday, April 27, 1989, with an info copy
to my office. Thank you.
ok
RESPONSE:
Comments by Jhone
James W, Cicconi
Dal
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(McNally/Martin)
April 26, 1989
1989 APR 5:00 p.m.
Draft Two
(B:COLLEGES)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES EXEC. ORDER
ROSE GARDEN SIGNING CEREMONY
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 1989
2:00 P.M.
Secretary Cavazos, Secretary Sullivan -- and especially our
special guests, the presidents and supporters of a noble
educational tradition who honor us with their presence this
afternoon. Welcome to America's backyard. It belongs to you --
and to the students and teachers you are here to represent. And
we're thrilled to have you join us for this important day.
I'm also pleased to see that Bryant Gumbel is here. The
White House keeps a close eye on the networks to monitor those
places where the unexpected unfolds on our TV screens each week:
China. Soviet Georgia. El Salvador. The Cosby Show.
Actually, I haven't watched much TV lately. But I'm told
Oprah Winfrey just opened a restaurant in Chicago. It's a theme
restaurant. A sign inside says: "Stay Real. ((Pause)) Never
Dull. ((PAUSE)) No Rules." ((PAUSE)) Sounds to me like
college in the eighties.
For over 100 years the Historically Black Colleges and
Universities have been a special part of America's heritage. At
a time when many schools barred their doors to Black Americans,
these colleges offered the best, and often the only opportunity
for a higher education.
2
Today, most of those barriers have been brought down by the
law. And yet, Historically Black Colleges and Universities still
represent a vital component of American higher education --
enriching a great tradition of educational choice that also
embraces the likes of Notre Dame, BYU, Yeshiva and others. As
one educator put it, we must see that every child has an equal
opportunity -- "not to become equal, but to become different" --
to realize their unique potential of body, mind and spirit.
Nine days before I became. President, a number of you met
with me here at the White House to discuss new ways to ensure
that every Black child has that chance. Several of your
colleagues -- Gloria Scott, Benjamin Payton and Leroy Keith come
to mind -- asked that, first and foremost, the Administration
establish an Advisory Committee to make sure your voices continue
to be heard.
It was a sound idea, and one that I am pleased to put into
effect in a few moments -- when the new Executive Order I am
signing creates the President's Board of Advisors on Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.
Staffed by the Department of Education, this new Board will
assist Secretary Cavazos in developing annual plans to increase
participation by your schools in federally sponsored programs.
It also guarantees that each of you -- every president of a
Historically Black College or University -- be given an
opportunity to comment on these plans before they reach my desk.
We will continue to listen. Your voices must be heard.
3
As many here have requested, today's Order also reauthorizes
Executive Order 12320. But more importantly, it contains new
initiatives that will increase the private sector role in
ensuring the long-term viability of the distinctive institutions
you represent.
Now, that's just bureaucratese for the "volunteer spirit" --
a tradition of helping one's neighbors well known to Black
Americans. This tradition was perhaps best exemplified by the
singular gift of $20 million to Spelman College last fall. For
their generosity -- and for their EXAMPLE -- everyone here owes
thanks to Bill and Camille Cosby.
The New York Times called the Cosby's donation "as much a
challenge as a gift. " Well, we are trying to sweeten that
challenge. Some of you reminded me in January that perhaps the
most important support the Government can provide is through
incentives to increase endowments. That's why we have requested
a total of $60 million -- over and above existing programs -- for
endowment matching grants for the special schools you represent.
They say the university's usual state can be summed up by
the lady who noted: "I have enough money to last me the rest of
my life -- unless I buy something." Well, the new endowments
program represents a commitment to the long term. It's not a
quick fix. And it's flexible -- producing new contributions and
ultimately new income -- permitting each of your schools to
decide where its money is best spent.
4
And finally, it doesn't do much good to educate our young
people if they can't get good jobs when they get out. They need
work opportunities while still students -- which can also provide
another way to help finance their education. By this Order, we
also direct that the Office of Personnel Management -- working
together with Secretaries Cavazos and Dole -- develop a program
to improve recruitment of your students for part-time and summer
positions in the Federal government. America needs and wants
their creativity, their talent and their diversity.
We've just returned from a journey across America -- North
Dakota to Texas, California to Florida -- something like 7,500
miles in less than four days. And as we circled the continent I
thought of the coming commencements at the schools across our
land. It is time of new beginnings. A time of dreams.
And they are exciting times for all young Americans -- and
especially for those Black Americans you have nurtured with an
education. Out of a century that began with their people still
bound by the remnants of slavery, this generation is emerging
into a time rich with opportunities unimaginable to their
grandparents.
You and the teachers who work with you are the fulfillers --
of your student's dreams -- and of your nation's destiny.
God bless you in your mission. And now, with great pleasure
and great pride, I will sign this Executive Order to launch these
new initiatives.
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 27, 1989
MEMORANDUM TO CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER
RBP
WILLIAM L. ROPER WR .
JIM PINKERTON &
SUBJECT:
Historically Black Colleges Speech Draft
We only have one comment on this speech, but it is an
important one.
Pg.2, para. 1, lines 3-8
The "not to become equal, but to become different" line
poses a risk. Aside from the echo of "separate but equal, it is
probably risky to equate the voluntary choice of Jews, Catholics,
and Mormons to set up sectarian schools with the involuntary
choice of the black race to set up these schools over a century
ago.
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CC: John Gardner