I’ve only just come across this convocation speech by Adrian Tan. Reading it, I’ve come to a few conclusions, mainly that we don’t deserve this man. Yes, I’m putting him on a pedestal, but perhaps we didn’t truly appreciate the depths and humour of Adrian.

Secondly, in another life, you could be a stand up comedian. I would love to watch a video of this commencement speech. Those punchlines are gold.

Finally, he truly loves his wife and I can only hope I learn and live up to the same amount of passion in his relationship.

Don’t work. Avoid telling the truth. Be hated. Love someone. I must say thank you to the faculty and staff of the Wee Kim Wee School of …

2008 NTU Convocation speech by Adrian Tan