Countless memories and lessons learned. Through each of these events, Notre Dame and Saint Mary's have left their mark on the 2,311 graduating seniors. And simultaneously, the Class of 2000 has left its mark on the University and the College. Countless smiles and promises to keep in touch. And now, each of these events will mark the Class of 2000's final milestone at Saint Mary's and Notre Dame Commencement.
Graduation marks a transition period for the seniors and thus, they are expressing mixed emotions.
We all came here from different paths and different directions, to this one center. Now God is picking us up in his hands, pushing us in different ways and blowing us all over the world. However, I know we will be connected forever through Notre Dame, through faith, and through our friendships. Notre Dame senior Margaret Oakar added that during this time, she is grateful that she was able to attend the University. If it wasn't for my parents, I would not have been able make all these friendships, advance academically and basically experience everything over the past four years.