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CLOSING THE CHAPTER. Commencement marks the end of high school, and speakers should give graduates a message that celebrates their accomplishments while setting them up for the future.

What makes a good commencement speech?

Rita Li, RubicOnline June 2, 2023
Commencement speakers should motivate seniors to be lifelong learners, while recognizing the hard work behind their diplomas.
Michael Massimino introduces himself to the SPA audience.

Astronaut Michael Massimino lands at SPA to speak

Jack Benson, Copy Editor October 13, 2017
Massimino talks about the seriousness of pursuing dreams and the lightheartedness that can come with failure.
Rebecca Jarvis, ABC Newss Chief Business and Economic Correspondent, was a former Editor-in-Chief of The Rubicon.

Alumni/ae speakers to discuss careers in news media

Krista Schlinger, Staff Writer October 21, 2015
Presentations will be given at school by Catherine McKenzie '88 and Rebecca Jarvis '99 on Oct. 22. Additional speakers
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