While striving for success, the leaders of tomorrow must also pursue internal authenticity and happiness to discover ways of making a difference in the world, David Gergen told the graduating Class of 2008. The author, editor, presidential advisor, political analyst, and Harvard professor addressed more than 2,000 graduating students and their families May 17 at Rensselaer’s 202nd Commencement on the Harkness Field. “Leaving this university, you should be ready to make a good living,” Gergen said. “The question becomes whether you’re ready to make a good life... The challenge is one of discovering your own inner fire — what provides the nourishment for your soul as well as your brain.”  Read more | Archived Webcast