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May 16, 2015 by Kellie Williams in Latest News with 0 Comments

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Last but not least, Common (real name Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr.) used his celebrity for good on Friday, giving the commencement speech at Winston-Salem State University. Actor and Oscar-Award-winning artist shared inspirational words about pursuing one’s dreams and finding your own path. He told students:

You want to surround yourself with people who believe in your path. Belief is contagious. As you climb up the mountain, it will be difficult at times.

Afterward, Common with an honorary doctorate of humane letters, from WSSU Chancellor Elwood Robinson. Check out Common’s excitement afterward, via his Instagram clip.

Congrats to the 2015 graduates of #WSSU #Progress Thanx for the Honorary Doctorate! Dr. Lynn has a nice sound to it. #ImGeeked #WonderfulDay #HBCU

A video posted by Common (@common) on May 15, 2015 at 12:49pm PDT