Hey guys, what's up?
My name's Cassandra Rodriguez, and I just
graduated from the School of Communication
with an advertising degree, and
I'm a first generation college graduate.
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So I wrote a little letter, and
I would love to share with you guys.
It's been weighing heavy on my heart,
just thinking about my fellow
first generation college graduates,
and how we feel during this time.
So I stand here in solidarity with
first generation college graduates.
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We made our families and loved ones proud.
Don't take this lightly.
Just because we didn't get
to cross the stage yet,
doesn't mean it makes it any less special.
If anything, it'll be even more special
when we all come together again for
the first time since spring break.
I hope to see you all for in person
graduation, whenever that takes place.
>> Are you ready?
Seniors, here you go.
>> [LAUGH]
>> My God.
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>> Find ways to celebrate and
make it special just at home, if you can.
And if you don't have anyone to tell
you that they are proud of you,
just know that I am.
We are growing during this time,
even if you can't see it.
This is the time to think about
who we wanna be in the world,
and how we can serve our communities.
I'm thankful for all the opportunities,
all the cries, all the laughs.
So a bird just pooped in my lemonade,
and that's how my day's going so far.
And all the great
memories that BU gave me.
I'm thankful for
every single person I came across.
You all made my experience so special.
We deserve to be proud.
We fought through this.
Cheers to us.
Cheers to the class of 2020.
Thank you guys so much for
watching this video, and
I wish you all the best
in all future endeavors.
Sending love and hugs from Boston.
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