Baccalaureate Speeches

During the baccalaureate ceremony on Saturday, May 22, 2010, President William G. Durden '71 spoke about the power of a Dickinson education and three members of the class of 2010 addressed their fellow graduates.

President William G. Durden '71

Excerpts from Opening Remarks

President Durden welcomed the graduates and their guests and spoke about the power of a liberal-arts education.

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Robert E. Snitchler II

Opening Minds

An examination of the benefits of the liberal-arts model, varied extracurricular activities and an engaged four years at Dickinson.

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Amber Whitney Nichols

The Rush for Education

How Philadelphia Futures helped one student find the perfect fit in a college and allowed her to grow and lead.

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Kelly J. Rogers

From Carlisle to Copenhagen: Contributing to Public Good

Proof of the power of Dickinson's global network, the life-changing experiences offered on campus and off and the value of contributing to the reservoir of public good.

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