Commencement Central

Michelle Obama: I Wake Up Each Day In A House Built By Slaves

FLOTUS delivered an epic and inspiring commencement speech on Friday.
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Commencement Speakers Beg Grads To Restore Sanity To Our Society

Our civil discourse has gone off the rails, and it's up to the Class of 2016 to help fix it.
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My Bloomfield College Valedictorian Speech

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The 'Heartbreaking' Messages From 9-Year-Olds In The Age Of Trump

"I am worried that the next president will bring back racism."
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John Green Admits To Grads That Adulthood Is Terrible

"The Fault in Our Stars" author got real with the class of 2016 -- but said their liberal arts education will make the dull parts of life much more interesting.
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Congressman John Lewis Urges Bates Grads To Get Into 'Good Trouble'

"You must find a way to get in the way and get in good trouble, necessary trouble."
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Merrick Garland Champions Work In Public Service During Commencement Address

The Supreme Court nominee made no mention of the turmoil around his confirmation.
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Civil Rights Activist Tells Grads To Be The Next 'Greatest Generation'

"Always remember, a struggle is not easy – that is why it is called a 'struggle' rather than a 'picnic.'"
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Harry Connick, Jr. Tells Grads: It's Exciting If You Don't Have Your Career Planned

Uncertainty can be a benefit.
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University of Hawaii at Manoa 2016 Student Graduation Speech - Jaisa Minor

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