On Wednesday afternoon (5-18) Taylor Swift became an honorary graduate at NYU. And then a few minutes later, she gave the commencement speech.
She urged the students to not be afraid to be enthusiastic and try hard when it comes to the things they love. She also reminded them to accept that they will inevitably make mistakes as they go forward with their post-college lives.
She also thanked the university for making her an honorary doctor.
She later posted online and said it was the first time she had ever worn a cap and gown. Swift went to public high school until 10th grade and then was homeschooled while chasing her career.
The graduation took place at New York City’s Yankee Stadium.
TL;DR:
- On Wednesday afternoon (5-18) Taylor Swift became an honorary graduate at NYU and gave the commencement speech.
- She also thanked the university for making her an honorary doctor.
- It was the first time she had ever worn a cap and gown.