J.K. Rowling's Harvard Commencement Address

J.K. Rowling's Commencement Address at Harvard

• J.K. Rowling was honored by Harvard University with a commencement address
• The address was delivered to graduating students, faculty, and guests
• Rowling expressed gratitude for the honor and shared the nervousness she felt leading up to the speech
• She referenced the large number of "Gryffindor" alumni at the event, drawing a connection to the Harry Potter books
• Rowling mentioned the speech by Baroness Mary Warnock, a British philosopher who spoke at her own graduation, but she couldn't recall any details from the speech
• She joked about not needing to convince students to pursue careers as "gay wizards", suggesting that she wouldn't dissuade them from unconventional paths
• She emphasized her goal of self-improvement and the importance of finding humor in situations
• The text mentions that she spent significant time preparing for the speech, demonstrating dedication and deliberate thought.