From the Inside Out: Quaecumque vera -- "Whatsoever things are true"

Do you all know the background to the University of Alberta's motto -- "Quaecumque vera"? It is taken from Philippians 4:8, which states:

"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and there be any praise, think on these things." (KJV)

Today was a very special day for me. After 2 years of stressful schooldays, endless nights.. uncertainties..., and 14 weeks of student teaching at two junior high schools - I finally received my Bachelor of Education! Today was a day celebrated with my loved ones!

The Admission addressed by the Chancellor moved. She addressed these words to all graduands:

"By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Legislature of this Province and with the consent of this University, I admit you to the degrees to which you are entitled, and invest you with all the powers, rights and privileges pertaining to such degrees. I charge you to use them for the uplifting of the whole people; to inspire the human spirit; for all those who believe, to serve your God; and to pursue more steadfastly whatsoever things are true."

Thank you God for providing us all with education. May my degree(s) glorify you in the future through serving you wherever you decide to call me to.

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Here are some snapshots from my convocation, these are the most important people in my life =)