Speaking on the subject of progress and community involvement and the founder of A.T. Still University Magruder had this to say:
The ceremony was led by incoming president Craig Phelps and included a video and proclamation from Missouri Governor Jay Nixon, a proclamation from Kirksville Mayor Richard Detweiler, and a proclamation from Missouri Secretary of State Robin Carnahan. Though retiring Magruder plans to stay busy as a member of the State Fair commission while hoping to finally have time to enjoy himself with his wife Sue who also celebrated her eightieth birthday today.