{"id":1767,"date":"2010-04-22T21:35:57","date_gmt":"2010-04-23T03:35:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/speeches.byu.edu\/?p=1767"},"modified":"2021-03-15T10:46:37","modified_gmt":"2021-03-15T16:46:37","slug":"till-clock-reads-double-zero","status":"publish","type":"speech","link":"https:\/\/speeches.byu.edu\/talks\/chris-feinauer\/till-clock-reads-double-zero\/","title":{"rendered":"Till the Clock Reads Double Zero"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I am honored to represent the Brigham Young University Alumni Association at these commencement exercises and hope the opportunity you have had to attend BYU fills your heart with gratitude. This university embodies sacred strength as part of the Lord\u2019s work. Petr Ruda, a native of the Czech Republic who earned his nursing degree in December\u2014and who is with us today\u2014said:<\/p>\n<p><i>BYU makes me happy; it connects me to Heavenly Father\u2014even by just walking on campus. This place significantly changed me, and I\u2019m grateful to those who made it possible for me to come.<\/i>\u00a0[In \u201cNurse, Immigrant from Czech Republic Cares for U.S. Veterans,\u201d<i>President\u2019s Report,<\/i>\u00a0winter 2009\u20132010, 8]<\/p>\n<p>I trust we all feel that same kind of gratitude for our BYU experience.<\/p>\n<p>We have a family tradition related to sporting events: When we attend, we stay until the clock is at \u201cdouble zero.\u201d No matter how bleak the end might appear, or how miserable the weather, we wait until the double zero appears\u2014even when others are exiting the sports arena. Staying until double zero has often yielded a victory for both fans and players. Consider these defining events in BYU football history:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The \u201cHail Mary\u201d pass from quarterback Jim McMahon to Clay Brown in the last seconds of the Holiday Bowl game in 1980 that tied the game and set up the Kurt Gunther extra point and the win. The game was renamed the Miracle Bowl, because we had been behind by 20 points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Robbie Bosco hit wide receiver Kelly Smith in the back of the end zone with a minute left to give BYU a national football championship in 1984.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>And what about the pass from quarterback John Beck to tight end Jonny Harline with three seconds left at the University of Utah in 2006?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The players did not give up, and we did not give up on them. Staying or perhaps \u201cenduring to the end\u201d enriched the experience for both fans and players.<\/p>\n<p>Just like waiting until the clock reads double zero, you have prepared for the proper educational plays, emerged victorious, and received your hard-earned degree. We applaud you\u2014and no one gave up on you. Professors, family, friends, and unknown benefactors trusted in you and have high expectations for the rest of your life.<\/p>\n<p>We are confident you will<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>live a Christ-centered life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>serve in the Church and your community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>be a good parent and supportive spouse<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>use the fruits of your BYU experience to build the kingdom of God on the earth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>remain virtuous<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>be strong in your gospel testimony<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>work hard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>pursue learning throughout your life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>stay \u201cconnected for good\u201d to BYU<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There is something else.<\/p>\n<p>Remember how excited you were when you opened your acceptance letter? Qualification for this university requires exceptional academic performance and moral excellence. To participate in the experiences that touched the social, spiritual, and intellectual pieces of your life was a profound blessing. Our sponsoring organization, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has made a tremendous investment in you. You have received a \u201cloan\u201d from the Church in the subsidizing of your education in the form of low tuition relative to the value of your education. Many generous benefactors have supplemented the costs of your education. You are indeed fortunate, and we anticipate that as you prosper, you will follow this vital tradition of giving back to your alma mater.<\/p>\n<p>Chris Giovarelli, the 2006 BYU student-body president and 2008 Student Alumni Association president, once shared these thoughts:<\/p>\n<p><i>As we reflect on our BYU experiences and see how far the university has come, basking in the light of national ranking and acclaim, let us remember that the work is not done. Our founders sacrificed time, talent, and treasure to build the foundation of this university, and through similar small and simple offerings we can continue that work today.<\/i>\u00a0[\u201cReturn to Give Back,\u201d\u00a0<i>Emeritimes Newsletter,<\/i>\u00a0spring 2008, 1]<\/p>\n<p>My hope is that you will replenish BYU. Commit to advancing the educations of future students. Nourish the university with your resources through volunteer service or financial support for the outstanding programs and disciplines developed at BYU. Many of us wear a CTR ring that reminds us to \u201cchoose the right.\u201d Let me suggest another meaning for the acronym: \u201cchoose to replenish.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When you look at your CTR ring, consider BYU as a unique and sacred place. Choose to replenish the university so your children and grandchildren will also enjoy the benefits of BYU.<\/p>\n<p>As its president, I hereby confer on each of you lifetime membership in the Brigham Young University Alumni Association. We offer our congratulations and welcome you into this great association of more than 370,000. You will have many opportunities to join your fellow alumni in meaningful activities associated with the university.<\/p>\n<p>We are proud of you. Your efforts to persist until the double zero will reward you abundantly throughout your life.<\/p>\n<p>May the Spirit of the Y live in you as you embark on your journey of lifelong learning and service. May your Christlike influence be felt wherever you may be found throughout the world, I humbly pray in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.<\/p>\n<p><i>\u00a9 Brigham Young University. 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