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Rice University Commencement: Potential Changes

On March 18, 2013, a discussion was held to explore potential changes to Rice University’s commencement ceremony. Concerns were raised about the ceremony being excessively long and lacking excitement, particularly as the student population grows. The Commencement Committee, featuring key university figures, proposed a shortened session that includes separate undergraduate ceremonies and more opportunities for student speakers. While the new format aims to create a more meaningful experience, it also raises issues regarding faculty attendance and family participation in multiple events.

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Rice University Commencement: Potential Changes

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  1. Rice University Commencement: Potential Changes SA Discussion March 18, 2013

  2. Outline • Reasons for Change • Commencement Committee • Potential Changes • Advantages • Disadvantages • Discussion

  3. Reasons for Change • Too long and is getting longer with increased student population • Lacks emotion and excitement • Exhausting for some participants • No time for student speaker

  4. Commencement Committee • John Hutchinson, Dean of Undergrads • Paula Sanders, Dean of Graduate Studies • Alex Byrd, Wiess College Master • Keith Cooper, Chief Marshall • Cynthia Wilson, Secretary to Board • David Vassar, Senior Asst. to the President • Christian Neal, Lovett College Senator

  5. Recommended Changes • Shortened plenary session Sat morning • Degree Conferral • Commencement Speaker • Student Speakers • Faculty and Student Procession • Separate Undergraduate Ceremony • Friday evening in Academic Quad • Names Read • Student Award Winners Recognized

  6. Advantages of New System • More inspirational and meaningful Saturday session • Shorter ceremony in the heat • Better options for weather issues • Student speakers

  7. Disadvantages • Faculty highly encouraged to come to two ceremonies • Families attend two events • Drinking at Friday night Undergraduate Cermony

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