St. John's University celebrated its 155th Undergraduate Commencement on May 18, with over 2,100 graduates from its Queens and Manhattan campuses. The ceremony included a keynote address by James McCann, founder of 1-800-Flowers.com, who urged graduates to envision their best selves. Honorary degrees were awarded to notable alumni, reinforcing the university's commitment to its values. University President Rev. Brian J. Shanley reminded graduates that their true test of gratitude lies in their actions after graduation, emphasizing the importance of giving back to the community.
"What you believe about yourself becomes your reality. If you cannot imagine yourself changing the world and doing something good for your community, you will not. My challenge to you is to envision your best self and imagine it becoming your self-fulfilling prophecy."
"The real test of gratitude is not what you feel today, but what you do for the rest of your lives."
St. John's University celebrated the achievements of over 2,100 graduates during its 155th Undergraduate Commencement on the Great Lawn of its Queens campus.
The ceremony featured the conferral of honorary degrees to distinguished individuals, highlighting the university’s commitment to honoring outstanding contributions to the community.
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