Whether graduating from college, high school or kindergarten, the keynote speech can be the highlight of the day -- or not.

From the pages of The New York Times, a compendium of short-takes from Familiar Faces Offering Advice, Idealism and Humor.

Don your cap and gown, have a good read, and please, don't forget the sunscreen!

To all our graduates, CONGRATS!

COLLEGE CONNECTION
Official Sponsor of College Admissions Success