My dad told me that when I was born my cheeks were so fat the doctors didn't know which end to spank.

Education must be a lifelong pursuit. The person who doesn't read is not better off than the person who can't.

One of the few things that can't be recycled is wasted time.

The primary purpose of going to college isn't to get a great job. The primary purpose of college is to build a strong mind, which leads to greater self-awareness, capability, fulfillment, and service opportunities, which, incidentally, should lead to a better job.

It's especially hard to admit that you made a mistake to your parents, because, of course, you know so much more than they do.

Life is a mission, not a career. A career is a profession, a mission is a cause. A career asks, What's in it for me? A mission asks, How can I make a difference?

Make as many friends as you can, but don't build your life on them alone. It's an unstable foundation.