Overview

• Jill Biden shared her personal educational journey, highlighting her triumph over discouragement from her high school guidance counselor.
• She praised the resilience and achievements of the graduating class, encouraging them to ignore naysayers and pursue their dreams.
• Biden highlighted the role of community colleges in providing flexible, accessible education and career training.
• She referenced the Mesa College Promise Program as a successful model for making education more accessible.
• The First Lady’s speech underscored the administration's commitment to reducing student debt and expanding educational opportunities.