Dr. Aulana Pharis Peters interviewed by CNR President Dr. William Latimer

The first African American woman to serve on the US Securities and Exchange Commission, Aulana Pharis Peters, a 1963 graduate of CNR, was awarded an honorary doctorate at the College’s 111th Commencement in May. Just prior to that event, she sat down with CNR President Dr. William Latimer to speak about her life, the impact of the education she received at CNR, and her stellar career.

[@TheEBourgeois]

So happy to have opportunity to view this interview. What a woman Dr. Peters is! So well-spoken, a woman of achievement: a leader whose college education and mine were somewhat parallel. I am proud to know that CNR had a role in forming her into the strong woman she is!

[@nickiecharles439]

I am proud of my CNR education and experience...without it I would not be the leader I am today. The foundation of CNR was so grounded, the breathe of intellectual curiosity and discussion was like no other. Congrats Dr. Pharis Peters, I strive to walk in your shadow. Thank you.

[@mimisvenning498]

Our paths only crossed for a tumultuous two years just as I was going through my massive teenage rebellion and you were my CNR "Big Sister!" I think I chose Philosophy as my major because I thought you were so sophisticated, kind, and glamorous and Mr. Taffe was so good looking, which tells you a lot about my maturity level. It was a rocky road for me but at some point that fine liberal arts foundation and belated maturity kicked in and I found my place in the world as a teacher-librarian in a K-5 school. I've often wondered about you and wished I had gotten to know you better when I had the chance. And now 55 years later, here you are! Congratulations on your wonderful achievements! And happy travels!