North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
“Few individuals have been as effective and dedicated as Oliver “Bo” Leslie in helping to build partnerships between a Fortune 500 company and the AMIE Colleges of Engineering.
Bo is a strategist that is truly skilled in assessing how HBCUs like North Carolina A&T State University could assist Boeing in achieving its technical goals. He also understands the importance of achieving a mutu- ally beneficial result to the sustainability of the partner- ship and thus manages the lines of communication with success as his focus. Bo Leslie has truly built a legacy that serves as a wonderful example for us all.” Dr. Robin N. Coger, Dean, College of Engineering, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State Uni- versity
Hampton University
“I first met Oliver “Bo” Leslie when I joined Hampton University as Dean of the School of Engi- neering and Technology. In the ten and a half years since then, I have enjoyed working with Bo, primarily through our mutual service on the AMIE board. Bo has been a steadfast supporter of HBCUs and HBCU engineering, inside and outside of Boeing and I will miss his friendship, guidance and humor at AMIE but hope to borrow a little of each from time to time in his retirement. Best wishes in your retirement, Bo! Eric Sheppard, Dean, Engineering School Hampton University
Norfolk State University “The Advancing Minorities Interest in Engineering
(AMIE) organization has a rich tradition of bridging the gap between industry, government, and academia by promoting engineering discipline awareness and career opportunities for minority students. Its success is based upon individuals like Bo Leslie who exem- plifies AMIE’s mission. On behalf of the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology at Norfolk State University we offer our sincere gratitude to Bo for his many years of service and dedication to AMIE, its institutional partners, the HBCU Engineering Schools, and the engineering community.” Larry Mattix, Acting Dean, College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Norfolk State University
FAMU and the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering On behalf of FAMU and the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering I would like to express our sincerest appreciation to you for the many years of service as an advocate for diversity and inclusion. Your work with FAMU and other HBCUs, AMIE, BEYA, and the HBCU Council of Engineering Deans (COED) is much appreciated and will have a lasting impact. We look forward to your continued involvement in diversity and inclusion at the workplace even in your retirement! Yaw D. Yeboah, Sc.D., Dean and Professor
Southern University College of Engineering and Computer Science Throughout his years of service at The Boeing Com-
Tennessee State University “Bo has probably been the leading consistent voice and advocate in promoting the capabilities of HBCU Engineering programs to industry and gov- ernment organizations. First and foremost...he is a advocate for developing students with the credentials to make them marketable and prepared for corporate America. Secondly....he is committed to enhancing the engineering programs and curricula that exposed fac- ulty and students to emerging technologies in applied research, and solidifying the technical competence and leadership skills received by graduates of the academic members of the AMIE organization. We are all grate- ful for his loyalty demonstrated for decades to Boeing and
AMIE...and his legacy will impact programs and students for many years to come.” S. Keith Hargrove, Boeing Welliver Fellow and Dean College of Engineering, Tennessee State University
pany, Oliver “Bo” Leslie has demonstrated his ability for leadership; he has exhibited sincere dedication in his work and eloquence in conducting business. His sterling character, great ability, and high integrity have guided him successfully through his career. At The Boeing Company, his effort to cultivate and maintain a viable pool of diverse suppliers including Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minor- ity Universities (HBCU/MIs) has been very effective to foster opportunities for diverse suppliers. Industry partnership for the engineering programs is essential, and Bo has been instrumental in ensuring a strong partner- ship between Boeing and HBCU Engineering Schools. Our students and faculty have benefited tremendously by participating in senior projects, research contracts, and scholarships provided by The Boeing Company. South- ern University College of Engineering and Computer Sci- ence congratulates and is grateful to Mr. Leslie for being such a staunch and vocal supporter of our college. Habib Mohamadian, Dean, College of Engineering, Sothern University and A&M College
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