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                                                    25 COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES

                                                                                 MESSAGE


                    OFFICE OF THE FEDERATED SUPREME STUDENT COUNCIL
                                                PRESIDENT


                    Congratulations, Class of 2023-2024!

                    As we stand here today, on the threshold of this new chapter in our lives,
            I am reminded of the power of perseverance and the importance of embracing
            uncertainty. I've had the privilege of watching you all grow and evolve over the
            past year, and I am proud to say that you have emerged stronger, wiser, and
            bolder than ever.
                    As I reflect on our journey together, I am reminded of a quote that has
            become a mantra for me: "Doubt is the mother of regret." It's a phrase that
            speaks to the importance of embracing uncertainty and taking calculated risks in
            order to achieve our goals.
                    Throughout our time here, we've faced countless challenges and
            uncertainties. We've navigated academic and personal struggles, and we've had
            to make difficult choices that have tested our resolve and forced us to confront
            our doubts. But it's precisely in these moments of uncertainty that we've
            discovered our greatest strengths.
                    Today, as we stand here as graduates, I want to encourage you to hold
            onto the lessons you've learned along the way. Don't be afraid to take risks and
            challenge yourself. Don't be swayed by doubt or fear, but instead, use them as
            fuel to drive your passions and pursue your dreams.
                    Remember that regret is often born from a lack of courage or conviction.
            It's born from playing it safe, from avoiding the unknown, from letting fear
            dictate our decisions. But I want to assure you that it's never too late to course-
            correct, to take a deep breath, and to make a bold move towards your goals.
                    As you move forward into this new chapter of your life, I want to leave
            you with a few final words of wisdom. Embrace the uncertainty, and use it as an
            opportunity to grow and learn. Don't be afraid to take risks and make mistakes –
            they are an essential part of the journey.
                    And most importantly, don't let doubt or regret hold you back from
            pursuing your wildest dreams. Remember that you have within you the power
            to create a life that is filled with purpose, passion, and joy.
                    So go forth, dear graduates, with confidence and courage in your hearts.
            The world is full of possibilities, and I have no doubt that you will change it for
            the better.


                    Congratulations again on your graduation!



             WENDEL A. RAGUSTA, JR.

             President, Federated Supreme Student Council


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