President Price, the Duke Board of Trustees, and most importantly, the class of 2026.
Congratulations.
I'm so honored to be here with you today.
As it does every single year, today's ceremony falls on Mother's Day.
to all the parents, grandparents, and loved ones who are chosen family in the stands.
Congratulations to you as well.
You survived it all.
From application anxiety, to move-in day, to panic texts about grades, how competitive clubs are now to get into, or if sweaters can actually be washed.
It must be amazing to watch these graduates take their next step.
Well done.
