It's an investment in the future. In leaner times, your education will give you the edge. Many of you have already seen your parents change careers instead of remaining at one company until they retire. Your education is one of the best tools you have to prepare yourself for this new work-life paradigm. Don't get left behind.
Successful people work hard.
The diploma you receive today is like your driver's license for life. You've studied and passed all the tests so far. This commencement day that marks the beginning of your new life is a pause between what has been and what is yet to come. So celebrate heartily, reflect joyfully, and then rest up. You've got a long, bright future ahead of you.