Go Forth and Do Good Memorable Notre Dame Commencement Addresses
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Wilson D. Miscamble, C.S.C., is professor of history and former rector and superior of Moreau Seminary at the University of Notre Dame.
Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C. (1917-2015) retired in 1987 after 35 years as President of the University of Notre Dame. He was a leader in higher education and an advocate for human rights.
<p>"The speeches given at University of Notre Dame commencements . . . offer a glimpse of the changing concerns and status of Catholics in America, as well as of Notre Dame's prominent place in American Catholic life. . . ." —<i>Indiana Magazine of History</i></p> <p>"Anyone concerned about education, history, culture, politics, human and individual rights, moral values, government, peace, or life and living will find here both challenges and guidance." —<i>Catholic Library World</i></p>
Go Forth and Do Good: Memorable Notre Dame Commencement Addresses brings together twenty-four notable graduation speeches, ranging from the words General Sherman delivered in 1865 to President George W. Bush's remarks in 2001. Also included in this fine collection is a letter sent to 1986 graduates by Mother Teresa and Father Theodore M. Hesburgh's final charge to the graduating class of 1987. Wilson D. Miscamble, C.S.C. provides a delightful introduction that clarifies the importance of the selected speeches, and places them in the context of the history of both Notre Dame and the world. A brief biographical introduction and photograph of the speaker precede each address.
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Wilson D. Miscamble, C.S.C., is professor of history and former rector and superior of Moreau Seminary at the University of Notre Dame.
Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C. (1917-2015) retired in 1987 after 35 years as President of the University of Notre Dame. He was a leader in higher education and an advocate for human rights.