U.S. President Barack Obama gives the 2012 commencement address at Barnard College, New York

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President Obama delivers the 2012 commencement address at Barnard College in New York City. Obama praises the college and highlights a number of notable alumna. He tells the graduates, "Don’t just get involved..., fight for a seat at the head of the table." He tells the graduates to patiently and persistently pursue their goals, describes women's rights as human rights, and remembers the women who influenced his life.

Date Issued:

2012-05-14T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Michigan State University. Libraries

Collection:

G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection

Place:

New York (State) and New York

Subject Topic:

Alumni and alumnae, Women college graduates, Conduct of life, and Women's rights

Subject Name:

Barnard College and Barnard College

Language:

English

Rights:

No Copyright

URL:

https://n2t.net/ark:/85335/m5gh9b94z