It was a surreal experience. Not just because there is a few second delay from the video and sound. I don't really like to see myself on video or in pictures. I noticed that I talked too fast and my voice sounded nervous. The best part was seeing my slideshow presentation. To me, I prefer my images to speak for me.
Why was I on TV? I have recently been award the Excellence in Teaching Award at Catawba Valley Community College. One of the honors is being the keynote speaker during graduation. This year there was two ceremonies. I was the speaker to the second smaller ceremony. My students graduated at the early ceremony. I wish I could have talked to my own students but at least one of them was present and took pictures. I was a nervous wreck up to the time I got up and talked. Once I was on stage I found out what an honor it is to sit up there and see the crowd and students from that perspective. It really was a great experience. If you missed it and live in Hickory it will air through Sunday at 8 PM.
A special thanks goes out to my wife, family and CVCC.
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