authorities, teachers, peers, families, friends, welcome.
First, I would like to begin this speech by reminding all partners in 2005 began this journey with us. Those who could not attend the graduation ceremony by the rules of protocol at the University and colleagues, for personal or business reasons, they were on the road. This day, though they can not be physically here, is also yours and we all feel that they are as players like us. Therefore, these words are also for them.
seems like yesterday when we first came to this school. I remember well that day, in the presentation of "Analysis of the social and historical evolution." Come on, what then everyone simply call history. The class was packed, there were many people who had to stand. I can still see us all a little confused and unsure before entering, thinking "who do I go? That looks like it's weird ... "
But little by little, we were leaning against a colleague and found we were all in the same situation. That day they were born many of the friendships that have been consolidated over the past five years. Cliques emerged, as happens everywhere, but we have always been united when it has been necessary and that is something we can all be proud.
If we look back we can see thousands of unforgettable moments, both inside and outside of class. Who does not remember on the third day we had to take a bus to Fuenlabrada, as if we were hiking, to our first class on a television set; the day we could release the new radio studio; the first (and last) college party that was held on the lawn of the power ... or the first test we did: 'Structure of Communication. " Never had such a panic before an exam. News was cutting and learning themselves for four months, I studied like crazy notes and books and when I saw the questions I had to answer the teacher thought it was harder (to say the word now comes to my head) I had met in my life.
But now, with distance, it seems to me that, thanks to him, I learned that we must strive and fight because no one is going to make it easy. So now I would remind the teacher that taught, Álvaro Pérez-Ugena, died May 29, one of the best and most challenging we've had in the race.
Of course, during these five years have been many more who have bet on us. Manuel Gertrudix teachers and TDI, Pablo Sánchez Cultural Industries and Pablo Prieto, now present to give a speech. Some, like Alfonso de la Quintana, a professor of Journalism Communication Company, have left us memorable moments with their explanation of 'how to give a good marriage for money' or their advice when facing the job market. Thanks to them and the other teachers because without their help we would not have come this far.
Also, I'd make a special mention for Salva. Technically not a teacher but for us it is almost an institution. Thanks to him we learned to use a camera, a tripod mount, and ride to edit videos on Avid. We all agreed it left our border because we consider it one of the people has taught us most. Always went with our class, but his modesty was stronger and would not leave. Now, Salva, you get rid of you do the recognition you deserve. Thanks for your patience and your expertise. Without you we would not know or like turning on a camera. Has been a fundamental part in our education.
However, the University is not just classes, exams and assignments. It's much more. It is an experience in life you start sharing with strangers, over time, become great companions and friends. And not just in classrooms, outside them. Travel, such as Punta Cana, Cancun or Berlin, at parties until the wee hours of the morning, at dinners and canes or just hanging out on the lawn or in the cafeteria. Remain etched in our memories the day we spent together in Cape on 13 June. I am sure that none of us forget.
However, in addition to these good times we've had others that have made us grow up and fight for what we wanted. It cost a little as to reach the optional subjects related to our career, but after many conversations and meetings with the university, arrived. This small battle that paved the way to promotions that follow us, we were coming together and, between us, it created a bond and a sense of differentiation.
I think I speak for everyone when I say we are proud to be the first journalists to Vicálvaro. With the good and bad, to be pioneers in this option, full of economists and lawyers, has made us different from any other promotion of the university. For us, we started our studies here from scratch, literally, and we've seen as the power was growing and adapting to our degree, is very important. Therefore, we urge both the Assistant Dean of Students, Araceli Rodriguez, in performing this act Vicálvaro graduation. We thought it was an act of justice to this power in the past we have so many good times together. We did not want to celebrate this day, surrounded by dozens of fellow strangers in a place that we had not walked before. We planted and not easy to put him Vice-Dean, but eventually with their support, we got to be here today. Therefore, thank you very much Araceli.
Of course, I can not fail to remember at the moment, the people who made it possible that today we are here, our parents and our families. Because without their support and help without their encouragement and advice, without them, ultimately, could not have come to the end. Thanks for putting our nerves the day before the test (because let's face it, we all estresábamos only the day before), thanks for the tuition all courses (this is essential), thanks for being there.
been five years that have grown up together, learning and striving for realizing the dream of good journalists. Although we spend more time in the cafeteria in this library, we managed to survive to subjects such as Introduction to Law, Principles of Documentation economy or information, and now we are somewhat closer to achieving our goal.
With effort and good humor were overcoming all obstacles and tests to arrive at what seems the end of an era. However, we see this day as the last but as the first of which, henceforth, will be our profession. We know, as things stand, it will not be easy but who said being a journalist was easy. Now we go out there and prove that these five years have served some purpose. We can do it. This is our time.
Congratulations first batch of journalists Vicálvaro!
