What makes life worth living? These Nashville students have an idea

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — It's an unusual assignment.

A professor encouraged students to think about what a meaningful life looks like.

As part of the students' final grade, they gave a "commencement address" as though they were giving advice to future graduates. Dr. Clay Stauffer teaches Moral Leadership at Vanderbilt University.

He asked them to consider: what makes life worth living?

What does it mean to think about others in a world where so many think about themselves?

What leads to happiness?

They are questions we should all consider.

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World War II veteran Jimmy Wren celebrates his 101st birthday by looking back

We all know Dolly Parton as a Tennessee treasure, I believe Mr. Jimmy Wren might join her. In honoring his 101st birthday, we got to know this WWII veteran and Orlinda native. His stories are captivating, and he'll leave you in stitches. Enjoy this story from Chris Davis and photojournalist, Catherine Steward.

-Carrie Sharp