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Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift received an honorary doctorate from New York University on Wednesday and told graduates everything will be fine, echoing sentiments from her hit “Shake It Off.”
Taylor Swift at NYU — Photo: Shannon Stapleton/Reuters
The 32-year-old artist urged students to make the most of their choices. “Life can be heavy — especially if you try to carry it all at once… all the grudges, all the updates about your ex… You can choose what your life has time and space for.”
“I have some good news: it’s totally up to you. I’ve got terrifying news: it’s totally up to you,” she added, dressed in a purple gown at the graduation ceremony at Yankee Stadium.
She praised the graduates for taking on the challenge of attending college during the pandemic. “Never be shy about trying, lack of effort is a myth,” Swift said.
Taylor Swift at NYU — Photo: Shannon Stapleton/Reuters
The Grammy winner was among the university’s three honorary degree recipients. It was the first college degree for Swift, who performed on tour during high school.
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