May we learn and practice compassion and courage. These virtues will help us become more like Christ0—which is, as John Milton says, the ultimate purpose of education. The “end” of learning is, Milton writes, is “to know God aright, and out of that knowledge to love him, to imitate him, to become like him” ( Of Education). May your education help you to become like Christ in courage and compassion.
It is now my privilege to address the graduates. This is a joyful, happy time for you graduates, your families, and the whole university as we rejoice and celebrate together.
