Jim didn't want a traditional retirement party. "Too many greenhouse gas emissions, not to mention unwanted calories," he said. So instead we are having a Virtual Retirement Party - carbon neutral and heart healthy!

To celebrate, Jim wants all his colleagues and associates to post a good wish, photo or a memory to this blog. You can even ask Jim a question. Jim will reply to every post! (Jim will be the only person able to comment on messages after they are posted).

And while you're at it, Jim hopes you will consider a donation in his honor to his favorite charity, our own Talking Book and Braille Services.

Please submit your message before Jim retires on December 30, 2011. Include your name at the end of your message.

Monday, November 7, 2011

Thank you!

I just wanted to say thank you for your entertaining and inspiring commencement address at the 2010 Emporia State University graduation ceremony in Portland. I was a member of the graduating class that year and my family really enjoyed your remarks. Best wishes in your retirement!

Cheers,

Zoe Fisher

Project Coordinator

Knowledge Universe

1 comment:

  1. Jim ScheppkeNovember 13, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Thank you Zoe. I was delighted to be asked to give a commencement address. I am still developing some of those same ideas in my talks, especially the need to rebrand libraries as reading places. And I still believe that the class of 2010 has a bright future, once the many boomers like me hang it up, which they will. You'll see that happen. I'm doing my part!

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