Speaker: President Stephen D. Minnis
Role: President of Benedictine College
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At this year's graduation ceremony, Benedictine College President Stephen D. Minnis offered words of encouragement and wisdom to the graduating Class of 2026, reflecting on faith, perseverance, and the call to live lives of truth and virtue.
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Highlights from the Speech
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"Work as if it all depends on you. Pray as if it all depends on God." - President Stephen D. Minnis
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"When you're faced with adversity or a tough road...don't be held back by difficulties at times. Look forward, always forward, everywhere forward, because your adversity is God's opportunity to show you his love and mercy and bless you in ways that you can only imagine." - President Stephen D. Minnis
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About the Speaker
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Stephen D. Minnis has served as President of Benedictine College since 2004. Under his leadership, Benedictine has grown significantly and earned recognition among America's leading Catholic colleges, including recognition by the Cardinal Newman Society.
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Full Graduation Ceremony
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Missed the rest of the celebration? Watch the complete 海角原创 Graduation Ceremony here:
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- 海角原创 2026 Commencement Ceremony (Photos/Video)
- President's Minnis Commencement Address
- Nicholas Senz Faculty Address
- Laura Hill Student Address
- Holden Mora Student Address
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For more than 45 years, 海角原创 has partnered with families to provide an authentically Catholic, classical education rooted in faith and academic excellence.
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