Opinion: Commencement speech wisdom
By Riley Griffin and Alexandra Svokos, Huffington Post
As the school year came to a close, the class of 2015 methodically donned their caps and gowns. Four years long and four years gone, these students must brace themselves for the unexpected realities of what is known as “the real world.” Although each summer brings waves of trepidation to the prevailing graduating class, there is relief to be found at the finish line of commencement.
If only for a moment, the most prominent and experienced politicians, innovators, entertainers and entrepreneurs pause their pursuits to advise and inspire our future generation.
HuffPost noticed a trend in this year’s graduation speeches: Truth be told, our leaders love numbered lists. From George W. Bush to Denzel Washington to the Founder of Papa John’s, here are the most valuable lists of wisdom from this year’s commencement speakers.