Janelle Monáe and John Legend recently took the stage at Loyola Marymount University’s commencement ceremonies to deliver thought-provoking speeches that left the audience feeling inspired and empowered. They both spoke about the transformative power of love, urging graduates to embrace this universal truth in their personal and professional lives.
Monáe’s speech was particularly poignant, as they called for a new standard of love in the world. “They are holding us back from realizing our full potential to love as human beings and as a humanity,” she said, highlighting the urgent need for positive change in the world. This message resonated deeply with the master’s degree and doctoral candidates in attendance, who were inspired to think critically about the role they can play in creating a more inclusive and compassionate society.
Legend’s speech was equally powerful, as he acknowledged the difficult times we live in and emphasized the importance of love in transforming the world. “With love, we can serve. With love, we can heal. We can build. We can do – and undo,” he remarked, reminding graduates that love has the power to overcome even the most daunting challenges. He also encouraged graduates to harness the power of their education to make a meaningful difference in the world.
Both artists left a deep impact on the graduates and their families, inspiring them to pursue their dreams and make a positive impact in the world. Their speeches were filled with powerful quotes that will stay with the audience long after the ceremonies have come to an end.
Monáe’s call to action was particularly memorable, as they urged the graduates to challenge the status quo, and the things that make people less human. This message of empowerment and liberation resonated with the audience, who were reminded of their ability to effect change in the world.
Similarly, Legend’s remarks about the power of love to transform the world left a lasting impression on the graduates. While inspiring the 2,400 undergraduate and graduate students of Loyola Marymount University to use their education to create a more just and equitable society. To think deeply about their place in the world and the impact they can have on those around them.
