Why I Still
Reach Higher: Nick Cannon On College Education
ick Cannon
joined former First Lady Michelle Obama for the 2017 College Signing Day at The
Public Theater in New York City.
Nick Cannon for Civic NationVoice
Nick Cannon
is a guest contributor for Michelle Obama's Reach Higher Initiative
Every once
in a while, you hear about a celebrity or pro athlete who goes back to school
to complete their college degree. Shaq. Bo Jackson. Michael Jordan. They
already have fame, they’ve made money, and they’re living far, far beyond their
wildest childhood dreams.
So, why? Why
go back?
I never
fully understood—until it was me. I’ve achieved some fame. I’ve made some
money. I’ve accomplished goals I never even imagined as a child. And yet, I’m
up late at night reading and writing; I get on a plane every week or so to
attend classes at Howard University, and I’m forcing myself to squeeze out the
time and summon the energy I need to complete my college education. Do you know
why I do it?
To reach
higher.
I applaud
and commend all of the young people I had the opportunity to spend time with at
Michelle Obama’s College Signing Day event for graduating seniors. I found it
to be remarkable how influencers from various fields came together to celebrate
not only these young people’s accomplishments but to encourage them on their
future.
I was
honored when our former First Lady, or as I like to refer to her, my “Forever
First Lady,” invited me to participate. It was such a powerful event and
selfless occasion. It truly showed how much she continues to care for our youth
and the importance of education in our great country.
It’s up to
all of us, especially our youth, not to do more but to do better.
I make a
great living, but I want to be a great businessman. I know the history of
entertainment, but I want to write the future of entertainment. I’m pleased
with my career so far, but I’m not satisfied. Never satisfied.
That’s why I
have to always reach higher.
That day and
that event taught me that our young people have a vision for their future, and
I cannot rest until I bring that vision to life. That’s why Reach Higher’s
College Signing Day inspired me to work even harder to get my college
degree. I can’t think of a more rewarding experience I’ve had than being in
a room filled with young people who feel the same way—happy, but not satisfied.
I’m grateful
to Michelle Obama for creating the Reach Higher initiative and inviting me to
participate. I’m thankful she is traveling the world to spread the simple
message that young people have to aspire to more than a high school diploma in
our modern economy. We have to reach higher. Do more. Be better. To become our
best selves.
I have a
message to the worldwide participants of the Reach Higher movement: see you at
the top!
To learn
more about Reach
Higher, College Signing Day, and the Better Make Room campaign,
visit www.bettermakeroom.org.’’
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