Mills College

I hope that the class of 2011, so well prepared by (Mills College) President Holmgren’s dynamic new ideas, her emphasis on multiculturalism, her efforts to advance women’s leadership, and all the many other advantages she has given you at Mills, will inspire you to create a peaceful world, where all can live in harmony. The Japanese Constitution’s Peace Clause can guide you. It abolishes belligerency towards other countries. Only defense of its own country is permitted. You are well educated and devoted Mills students. My hope is that you will heed what W.E.B. Dubois said: “To have satisfying work, and work that the world needs, is as near to heaven as one can get.” And this is what I wish for the class of 2011 from the bottom of my heart.