“The Office” star Rainn Wilson addressed 3,700 Weber State University graduates at their Friday night commencement ceremony, delivering a message on faith, hope, love and overcoming adversity — while also telling jokes that left the crowd roaring with laughter.
Wilson is best known for playing Dwight Schrute on “The Office.” He has also spoken and written about his Baha’i faith, and his address to the students included several references to religious principles.
“Don’t give into the bitterness and the cynicism and pessimism of these modern times," he said. "Keep hope alive, like Jesus — and SpongeBob. Bring Joy into your work, into your family life, into your friendships and above all, into your service to others. Trust me. If you do, you’ll be greatly rewarded.”
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