Video: Stuart Scott's 2001 commencement speech at UNC

Posted Jan 13, 2015
ESPN broadcaster and Tar Heel Stuart Scott inspired people around the world during his career, including those in the graduating class at ?#?UNC? in May of 2001. Fourteen years after his own graduation from Carolina, Stuart came back to deliver the keynote address at Kenan Stadium. The power of his words still resonates today and we wanted to share his impactful wisdom with you as we join those who continue to celebrate his life. (UNC Facebook Page)

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