№ 2008.013 — Niagara University — Commencement address

Rev. David O’Connell

Transcript

Rev. David O'Connell, a Niagara University alumnus, offers graduates a set of "rules to live by" for their lives after college. He encourages them to believe in themselves, respect others, put others first, live their faith, and make a difference, framing these within the university's Catholic and Vincentian identity. He emphasizes gratitude and grounds his advice in faith, scripture, and the example of St. Vincent de Paul.

Key moments

01 Recalling his own 1978 graduation and a lengthy commencement speech by Marshall McLuhan
02 Urging graduates to believe in themselves as loved by God
03 Calling for civility and respect rooted in human dignity
04 Encouraging graduates to put others first and live their faith without compromise
05 Defining commencement as a beginning and a call to make a difference

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