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Olympian Laurie Hernandez gives Kean University commencement speech

Nearly 3,500 students earned their degrees from the university.

News 12 Staff

May 13, 2025, 10:40 PM

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Congratulations to all of New Jersey’s college graduates. Kean University held its commencement on Tuesday at the Prudential Center in Newark.

New Jersey native and Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez gave the commencement speech.

"This milestone you're reaching today is not just a celebration of academic success; it's a celebration of every single time you kept going when things felt impossible. I hope you remember that showing up fully - not as your best self, but as your favorite self - that's more than enough,” Hernandez told the graduates.

Nearly 3,500 students earned their degrees from the university.

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