JOURNAL ARTICLE

The American University: Keynote Address to the University of Virginia Class of 2025.

  • Published In: Proceedings of the American Philosophical Society, 2025, v. 166, n. 4. P. 9 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: SUAREZ, MICHAEL F. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article presents a keynote address delivered at the University of Virginia's Class of 2025 graduation ceremony, emphasizing the significance of higher education in fostering democratic values and personal growth. The speaker reflects on the university's history, its role as a center for research and teaching, and the importance of academic freedom in nurturing informed citizenship. He highlights the contributions of American universities to societal advancements and encourages graduates to remember their journeys and the support they received along the way. The address concludes with a call for continued commitment to the ideals of inquiry and excellence in education as essential to the nation's future. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Proceedings of the American Philosophical Society. 2025/12, Vol. 166, Issue 4, p9
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Education
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0003-049X
  • DOI:10.1353/pro.2025.a976878
  • Accession Number:190460205
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