Read the speech by class of 2009 president Matthew Neumann, exclusively on RB for DV.This is a copy of his speech that was handed out to the press on Saturday. Because graduation was a day later and the speakers were allowed to fine tune their speeches, there may be some differences between what appears here and what was read on Saturday.
Parents, administrators, my distinguished colleagues; what a long and wondrous journey it has been. We are about to reach the last homely house, and although this is a time to celebrate the journey completed, we must not underestimate or forget the arduous road which lies before us.⇒ READ MORE
Before us stand many mountains, which must be passed over, for it is cowardly to go around them, and only a fool would try to go beneath. And although we may lose members of our fellowship on the path to the other side, we must continue the fight to do whatever it is we are to do. Although there may be opportunities to pass your responsibilities to others, you must realize that the greatest burdens can only be born by those who are destined to carry them. As you complete your destiny, whatever it may be, there will be times when you feel alone, when you feel as though no one in the world can understand what you are going though and even your best friends are going to betray you. At these times, you must remember that out there somewhere are people who do care about you. These are people who are willing to fight in order to help you in your quest and willing to risk more than you would believe to give you what might be the only chance at success you may have. As we graduate, let us remember that this is not an end, but simply a checkpoint in the long journey of life. Along the road ahead of us lie countless opportunities, many challenges, and ultimately success. Work hard, remain true to yourself, and remember that there are always people willing to aid you in your struggle. I wish you all the best of luck, and I thank you all.
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