Legend closed his speech by turning the lens back on the graduates, urging them to take their education and use it as a force for good. He shared his own journey of founding the Show Me Campaign after traveling to Africa and witnessing extreme poverty firsthand, and he highlighted innovative schools and nonprofits that were proving that all children can succeed when given the right opportunities. He noted that many Kean graduates would become teachers—some of the nation's most important resources—and reminded them that excellent teachers have the power to change lives, schools, and entire communities. But regardless of profession, he urged every graduate to make a conscious choice: be aware of what's going on in your community, pay attention to issues of social justice, and choose to make a real difference. His final charge was simple and direct: be the inspiration that fills the gap.