It's an honor to have this job and, to me, the greatest thing is to be up on stage and to feel that connection with an audience.

How can the university honor me for accomplishments in an endeavor which they clearly do not respect?

How can the university honor me for accomplishments in an endeavor which they clearly do not respect? If the opportunity for greatness had not been provided to me I could not have achieved my dreams. Having the men's swimming team and other Olympic sports, such as crew and skiing, cut means less opportunity for people to achieve their dreams, not just for the current student-athletes but for future generations.

we cannot put off the debate over the best course for the future. . . . We do not honor our fallen soldiers simply by adding to their numbers.

I could not love thee, dear, so much, loved I not honor more

For some, true happiness is found in objects. For the rest, it is found in the happiness of others.