Dr. Clifton R. Wharton Jr.'s appointment as president of Michigan State University in 1969 was a landmark achievement for diversity in higher education.
Reflecting on his accomplishments, Dr. Wharton stated, "I do feel my appointment at Michigan is an important symbolic occasion, but that is not the criterion of it. It shows that if one has the skill and the talent, you're going to make it."
Wharton, noted as the 'quiet pioneer', emphasized that while race was significant, it was not the dominant aspect of his identity, saying, "I'm a man first, an American second and a Black man third."
His work internationally, particularly in agricultural development in Latin America and Asia, showcased his commitment to improving lives in emerging economies, helping build a legacy of growth and development.
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