Andy Samberg Class Day || Harvard Commencement 2012 | Summary and Q&A

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Summary

In this video, comedian Andy Samberg gives a humorous Class Day speech at Harvard University. He jokes about his lack of qualifications to be a speaker and the iconic status of Harvard. He also includes impressions of Mark Zuckerberg, Mark Wahlberg, and Nicolas Cage, as well as some playful banter with the audience. He concludes with advice to relax and pursue what you truly want in life.

Questions & Answers

Q: Who is the guest speaker for the Class Day at Harvard University?

The guest speaker for the Class Day at Harvard University is Andy Samberg, a comedian and former cast member of Saturday Night Live.

Q: What are some films featuring the guest speaker?

Some films featuring the guest speaker include "That's My Boy," "I Love You, Man," and "What's Your Number."

Q: How does the guest speaker relate to the class of 2012's senior week events?

The guest speaker's Emmy-winning SNL digital shorts parallel the class of 2012's senior week events, such as the moonlight cruise and the Last Chance Dance.

Q: What does the guest speaker define Harvard as?

The guest speaker humorously defines Harvard as a "season for gathering crops," although he acknowledges it is actually the definition of "harvest."

Q: What majors does the guest speaker humorously claim are useless after graduation?

The guest speaker humorously claims that majors such as history, literature, art, social studies, and others ending with "studies" are now useless, unless they can be turned into an iPhone app.

Q: What does the guest speaker highlight about the current time for college graduates?

The guest speaker acknowledges that the job market may be slow and future challenges exist, such as disappearing healthcare and social security systems. However, he humorously reminds the graduates that they are in a great time as they have graduated from Harvard.

Q: How does the guest speaker respond to the idea that he is not qualified to be a speaker at Harvard?

The guest speaker humorously responds to the idea of not being qualified by mentioning his honorary degree and his connection to Harvard as a prominent speaker.

Q: What amusing statements does the guest speaker make about Yale?

The guest speaker jokingly insults Yale, referring to it as a second tier safety school built on an ancient Native American toilet, inhabited by "stinky, dried-up dog turds."

Q: What advice does the guest speaker give to the graduates?

The guest speaker advises the graduates to relax and pursue what they truly want to do in life, emphasizing the importance of personal happiness and fulfillment.

Q: What are the guest speaker's three tips for success in life?

The guest speaker's three tips for success in life, given humorously, are: "Cut a hole in a box, put your junk in said box, make her or him open the box."

Takeaways

In his Class Day speech at Harvard University, comedian Andy Samberg provides an entertaining and light-hearted perspective on graduation and future challenges. While his speech includes humor, impressions, and playful banter, it also encourages graduates to follow their passions and make authentic choices in life. Despite its comedic tone, the speech highlights the importance of personal happiness and fulfillment in achieving success.