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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Ballet maestro Mikhail Baryshnikov looks out at Northwesterns commencement audience Friday morning. Baryshnikov delivered the commencement address, something he said he decided to do at the urging of his daughter Anna, a Communication junior.

Ballet virtuoso Mikhail Baryshnikov urges graduating students to challenge themselves, tackle tough questions

June 22, 2013

For most members of the class of 2013, Mikhail Baryshnikov's commencement address will be remembered for its emphasis on redefining personal success and starting what he called the "big conversations"...

World-renowned ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov addresses the class of 2013 on Friday morning at Ryan Field. Baryshnikov told graduating seniors to try to better at what they do, not necessarily the best.

Ballet maestro Mikhail Baryshnikov to class of 2013: Be ‘better,’ not ‘best’

June 21, 2013

Ballet virtuoso Mikhail Baryshnikov challenged the class of 2013 this morning to think of success on its own terms as it sets out into the post-graduate world. "Do not make your goal to be the best....

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