And those thousand speakers are saying the same thing, although with different words. They are telling the graduating classes of 2000 that today is the beginning of something important. They then sail forth for another 30 or 40 minutes with eloquent words and dramatic insights into life after college. They paint a beautiful seascape.
Students then leave behind their college or university.
The struggle with careers and eventually try to come to terms with life, but they weather a few storms along the way. You will probably remember some of the words spoken her today. But in time, even the most eloquent speakers dim in memory. Each of you is now embarking on your own personal journey. It is a lifelong journey without well-defined roads.