Bethune-Cookman University is facing backlash after the school announced the U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos will deliver the 2017 commencement speech during the university's spring graduation ceremony next week.
Edison O. Jackson, president of the university located in Daytona, released
yesterday after receiving criticism from many students and alumni regarding the choice.
Part of the criticism stems from DeVos' comments in February when she acknowledged Historically Black College and University's as pioneers of school choice.
Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos will serve as keynote Speaker at Bethune-Cookman University.
— Bethune-Cookman (@bethunecookman) May 1, 2017
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A Message From The President:
— Bethune-Cookman (@bethunecookman) May 1, 2017
President Edison O. Jackson addresses the B-CU community.
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Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos will serve as keynote speaker at B-CU's Commencement. Read here: https://t.co/BlICJ1qB2z #BCUForward pic.twitter.com/6qjMmywsQi
— Bethune-Cookman (@bethunecookman) May 1, 2017
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