I ask that you, class of 2001, embrace the challenge of citizenship for it plays a significant role in your life. Contradictory as it may sound, those who achieve great things do not set out to achieve great things. Instead, they passionately and consistently engage in whatever they love doing. Sometimes, they pursue their passions despite disapproval from others and are willing to break barriers. Over time, they tend to achieve both refinement and great success.
Life is never easy and it is most important to have mentors and a support structure.
Over the many years of my life I have taken my mentors, role models, and people who have had a profound influence upon my life along with me for they are my support structure. Let me share them with you. Tell them not to mention that I have a Nobel Peace Prize, that isn't important. Tell them not to mention that I have three or four hundred other awards, that's not important. Tell him not to mention where I went to school.