Reactions to Valedictorian Commencement Speech
Elizabeth Bonker's mother, Virginia Breen, reacts to her daughter's speech on Mother's Day.
May 08, 2022
Over 500 graduates were celebrated at Rollins College’s 132nd commencement on May 8. Four other valedictorians selected Elizabeth Bonker to address the class of 2022.
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