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2025

In a speech filled with urgency and hope, award-winning ’60 Minutes’ journalist and author Scott Pelley delivered a powerful commencement message to Wake Forest University’s Class of 2025, telling them, “Your country needs you.”

In her address to the Class of 2025, President Susan Wente reflected on the shared journey that began in 2021 when she and the graduates first arrived at Wake Forest. “We have taken this journey together,” she said, celebrating their growth, accomplishments and courage. Marking the University’s milestone of 100,000 graduates, she reminded students that “this moment calls for Wake Forest graduates”—leaders of intellect, character, and compassion. “Be brave,” she urged. “Live with courage. And use your Wake Forest education to serve the world.” 


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