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    Meredith Vieira, Boston University

    In her address at BU, Meredith Vieira told soon-to-be grads that she never planned on being a broadcast journalist — and in college found herself as a “lost” English major. But with a reference to the Patriots’ Super Bowl win — and the “left shark’s” halftime performance — she urged creativity, which research links to better mental and physical health.

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    10 of the Best Pieces of Advice from 2015 University Commencement Speeches

    Yahoo Health

    Graduation speeches get a bad rap: boring, long, and corny. But sometimes high-profile speakers leave students with more than clichés and high hopes. These commencement addresses touched on more than academics, with words that can help to craft a healthier, happier life.