{"id":4772,"date":"2017-05-22T11:10:18","date_gmt":"2017-05-22T05:40:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=4772"},"modified":"2025-04-01T11:43:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T06:13:45","slug":"angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"Angad Singh\u2019s Graduation Speech: A Call for Unity and Action Against Global Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/#A_Moment_to_Unite_Angad_Singhs_Inspiring_Graduation_Speech\" >A Moment to Unite: Angad Singh\u2019s Inspiring Graduation Speech<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/#A_Heartfelt_Connection_with_the_Audience\" >A Heartfelt Connection with the Audience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/#Tackling_Global_Challenges_From_Punjab_to_the_World\" >Tackling Global Challenges: From Punjab to the World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/#A_Vision_for_a_Borderless_World\" >A Vision for a Borderless World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/#Turning_Education_into_Action\" >Turning Education into Action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/#Moving_Forward_A_Career_with_Purpose\" >Moving Forward: A Career with Purpose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/angad-singhs-graduation-speech-a-call-for-unity-and-action-against-global-issues\/#Building_a_Legacy_of_Doing_Good\" >Building a Legacy of Doing Good<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Moment_to_Unite_Angad_Singhs_Inspiring_Graduation_Speech\"><\/span>A Moment to Unite: Angad Singh\u2019s Inspiring Graduation Speech<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At the UC Berkeley undergraduate commencement, Angad Singh captivated his audience with more than just words. Donning a bright yellow turban, symbolizing the vibrant Cal colors, he began his speech with a powerful performance on the Indian classical tabla. His speech, titled \u201cA Sikh\u2019s Graduation Speech to Unite the World,\u201d was more than a graduation address\u2014it was a rallying cry for unity and global change.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Heartfelt_Connection_with_the_Audience\"><\/span>A Heartfelt Connection with the Audience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angad invited the audience to close their eyes and reflect on one pressing issue they deeply care about. This exercise set the stage for a speech that resonated deeply with personal and global concerns. Instead of relying on a written speech, Singh spoke extemporaneously, drawing from heartfelt conversations with over 70 of his classmates.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tackling_Global_Challenges_From_Punjab_to_the_World\"><\/span>Tackling Global Challenges: From Punjab to the World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angad\u2019s mission is deeply personal. Losing two close friends to drug abuse in Punjab ignited his resolve to combat this issue. His dream is to leverage his success in the U.S. to fight drug addiction back home. He highlighted global challenges, such as climate change, religious discrimination, and war, urging his peers to use their education to make the world a better place.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Vision_for_a_Borderless_World\"><\/span>A Vision for a Borderless World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Singh painted a vivid picture of Shani Shingnapur, an Indian village where houses have no doors, symbolizing trust and harmony. He imagined a world without walls or borders\u2014a world free from discrimination and prejudice.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cWhat if we could create a world just like that village? A world without barriers, where no one is marginalized because of their faith or identity.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turning_Education_into_Action\"><\/span>Turning Education into Action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Singh emphasized that education should extend beyond personal gain. It should empower individuals to solve pressing global issues. He called on the Class of 2017 to make their legacy one of positive impact.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moving_Forward_A_Career_with_Purpose\"><\/span>Moving Forward: A Career with Purpose<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After graduation, Angad Singh joined JP Morgan as an investment banker, with plans to work in New York and San Francisco. However, his ultimate goal remains rooted in social impact. He aims to improve education and healthcare in rural India and advocate for refugees and victims of civil wars.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Building_a_Legacy_of_Doing_Good\"><\/span>Building a Legacy of Doing Good<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Singh\u2019s message was clear: the true measure of success lies in the positive change we bring to the world. His speech left a lasting impression, earning him a standing ovation from his peers and their families.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cOur legacy will forever be remembered as the class that not only did good business but engaged in the business of doing good.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Angad Singh\u2019s graduation speech serves as a powerful reminder of the role education plays in driving societal change. His commitment to addressing global issues, from drug abuse to discrimination, inspires a call to action for a more unified and compassionate world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Moment to Unite: Angad Singh\u2019s Inspiring Graduation Speech At the UC Berkeley undergraduate commencement, Angad Singh captivated his audience with more than just words. Donning a bright yellow turban, symbolizing the vibrant Cal colors, he began his speech with a powerful performance on the Indian classical tabla. 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