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The term is often used as a euphemism for "retirement speech," though it is broader in that it may include geographical or even biological conclusion. In the Classics, a term for a dignified and poetic farewell speech is apobaterion (ἀποβατήριον), standing opposed to the epibaterion, the corresponding speech made upon arrival. [1]
A Festschrift contains original contributions by the honored academic's close colleagues, often including their former doctoral students. It is typically published on the occasion of the honoree's retirement, significant birthday, or other notable career anniversary. A Festschrift can be anything from a slim volume to a work in several volumes.
George W. Bush delivers the eulogy at Ronald Reagan's state funeral, June 2004. A eulogy (from εὐλογία, eulogia, Classical Greek, eu for "well" or "true", logia for "words" or "text", together for "praise") is a speech or writing in praise of a person, especially one who recently died or retired, or as a term of endearment.
The actor previously said he really likes his "quiet life" and was "fairly serious" about retiring
In his retirement speech, Jason praised Kylie as "beautiful, smart, serious, yet playful." He added, "She has brought the best out of me through love, devotion, support, honesty, intelligence, and ...
Travis Cried During Jason's Retirement Speech 😩 Tim Nwachukwu - Getty Images Jason Kelce has officially confirmed that he's retiring from the NFL, making the emotional announcement during a ...
Retirement is the withdrawal from one's position or occupation or from one's active working life. [1] A person may also semi-retire by reducing work hours or workload.
Over three million people have watched the American Airlines pilot bid farewell to flying