Dr. Anthony Fauci Sends Surprise Message To Johns Hopkins Class Of 2020 Graduates

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- Johns Hopkins University held a virtual commencement ceremony Thursday.

The Class of 2020 received a surprise message from Dr. Anthony Fauci.

"I'm really delighted to address the outstanding graduates in the Johns Hopkins University Class of 2020," Dr. Fauci said. "In the next phase of your lives, whatever professional path you choose, all of you directly or indirectly will be doing your part together with the rest of us to come out from under the shadow of this pandemic."

During his surprise address, Dr. Fauci also applauded the graduates for their ability to adapt to the changing world during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Fauci received an honorary degree from Johns Hopkins in 2015.

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