Ellen DeGeneres'- Tulane University Commencement Speech - 2009
Ellen DeGeneres' 2009 Tulane University Commencement Speech was a humorous and inspiring address that encouraged graduates to be true to themselves and to find happiness in life. DeGeneres began her speech by joking about her lack of a college education and the fact that she was giving a commencement address. She then went on to share stories about her own struggles and successes, and how she learned to be true to herself and follow her passions. DeGeneres also spoke about the importance of kindness and acceptance, telling graduates that they have the power to change the world by treating others with compassion and respect. She encouraged them to embrace their differences and to celebrate diversity, both in themselves and in others. Throughout the speech, DeGeneres used humor to keep the audience engaged and entertained. She made fun of herself, joked about the challenges of adulthood, and even brought out a giant inflatable slide to demonstrate the importance of having fun and enj...