Legendary comedian and incoming Late Show host Stephen Colbert delivered a humorous, heartfelt and thought-provoking address to the graduating class of 2015 on May 18.
In his speech, Colbert — who seemed to leave behind the conservative pundit persona he depicted on his Comedy Central hit The Colbert Report for nine years — discussed Wake Forest’s culture and history as well as his own career in a speech that has generated national headlines.
“I hope you find the courage to decide for yourself what is right and what is wrong, and then please, expect as much of the world around you,” Colbert said in his address.