Seven weeks ago, when the governor announced that universities could have in-person graduations, we naturally understood the enormous challenge in turning around events of such scale in such a short amount of time. This was truly a colossal undertaking.
But this is indicative of what Yeshiva University, together with our beloved students, have been doing all throughout this year. We have worked together to create a safe, social and educational context in which our professors can continue to teach and our students can continue to study, grow and flourish.
This commencement season, however, was not just special because we were able to be in person. It was special because it represented something bigger. Our graduates represent something bigger. They represent hope.
In these tumultuous times, our mission is more vital than ever, for our education enlightens and our students represent the future. We have confidence in our future because we have confidence in each of our graduates. They are our hope as the next generation of heroes and the leaders of tomorrow.
Personally, this was an emotional time. Looking out at our students bedecked in academic regalia and excited about their future, I could not help but think back to where we were at this time last year. So much uncertainty. So much still unknown.
But with our values as our compass, our belief in our educational mission and our faith in God, we have emerged from this period even stronger, even more joyful.
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