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Distinguished Speaker: Salome Thomas-EL

"Leadership is about service. If you do not serve, you cannot lead."

Principal Salome Thomas-EL spoke at Capella's August commencement ceremony in Minneapolis on August 14, 2010. Principal EL challenged Capella graduates to use knowledge to change their communities.

Salome Thomas-EL is a world-renowned educator, motivator, and author of the highly-acclaimed memoir, I Choose to Stay. He frequently appears on The Dr. Oz Show, The O'Reilly Factor, C-SPAN, The Tavis Smiley Show, CNN, and NPR Radio.

Past Speakers

Mayor Cory Booker

Mayor Cory Booker

Inspire Ideas

Mayor Booker spoke at our inaugural Inspire Ideas event on how individuals can work to change the world.Learn more



Senator Amy Klobuchar

Senator Amy Klobuchar

Capella Commencement

Senator Klobuchar spoke to our doctoral graduates about courage, education, and the future of our country. Learn more



Bill George

Bill George

Capella Commencement

Bill George talked about the qualities of leadership that each of us should cultivate. Learn more



Tammy Duckworth

Major L. Tammy Duckworth

Capella Commencement

Major Duckworth spoke on issues of education and serving the community. Learn more



General Colin Powell

General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.)

Arlington Colloquium

General Powell addressed the critical need for leadership and public service. Learn more



David Gergen

David Gergen

Phoenix Colloquium

David Gergen spoke about the critical role of leadership in today's world. Learn more



Suze Orman

Suze Orman

Jacksonville Colloquium

Suze Orman delivered both inspiration and straight talk about education and finances. Learn more

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