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Five years ago, a friend, colleague and department chair, Steve Kirkpatrick died after a battle with cancer. I mostly think of Steve when I’m running by the dam by the reservoir and I am reminded of his idea of saving the world. I think I posted this last year, but in honor of Steve, I’m posting his speech to the graduating class of 2002 (roughly 8 months before his death).

Thanks Steve.

Commencement Speech, June 2, 2002
Mr. Steve Kirkpatrick

Public speaking and its relationship to fear…