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sports-and-education1 year ago

"Kelce Brothers Surprise Graduation Ceremony and Live Podcast Show in Cincinnati"

Travis and Jason Kelce, NFL players and hosts of the "New Heights" podcast, were surprised with a long-overdue college graduation ceremony at the University of Cincinnati during a live podcast recording at the Fifth Third Arena. University president Neville Pinto presented the brothers with their diplomas, joined by their parents and the UC athletic director. Jason Kelce, who attended UC from 2006 to 2010, earned a marketing degree, while Travis Kelce, who attended from 2008 to 2012, completed his degree in interdisciplinary studies from the College of Arts and Sciences in 2022.

via NBC News|
#graduation-ceremony#jason-kelce#podcast
crime1 year ago

"Virginia Man Sentenced to 43 Years for Graduation Day Murder Plea Deal"

Amari Pollard was sentenced to 43 years in prison after pleading guilty to the targeted shooting and murder of 18-year-old Shawn Jackson outside a Virginia high school graduation ceremony. The attack also resulted in the death of Jackson's stepfather and injuries to five others, including Jackson's 9-year-old sister. Pollard had an ongoing dispute with Jackson and opened fire after an interaction, causing chaos and panic among the gathered guests. The judge sentenced Pollard to 40 years for the murder charge and three years for the use of a firearm, with 18 years of the murder sentence suspended.

via CNN|
#crime#graduation-ceremony#gun-violence
education2 years ago

"Revelations from Huguenot Graduation Day Shooting Report"

A report released by the Richmond School Board reveals that several staff members at Huguenot High School were aware of safety concerns surrounding student Shawn Jackson, who was shot and killed after the school's graduation ceremony. The report indicates that Jackson participated in the ceremony without proper authorization and despite known safety issues. The report also highlights failures in following safety procedures and policies, leading to calls for improved safety protocols and the release of the report.

via Richmond Times-Dispatch|
#education#graduation-ceremony#huguenot-high-school
education2 years ago

Taliban's Education Policies: A Damaging Barrier for All in Afghanistan

The Taliban-appointed Deputy Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai, acknowledged that the continued ban on women's education is the main reason for the public's distance from the Taliban. Speaking at a graduation ceremony, he emphasized the importance of reopening schools for girls beyond grade 6, stating that a society without knowledge is "dark." The Taliban-appointed Acting Minister of Education, Habibullah Agha, also criticized the poor quality of education in the country's religious schools and called for improvement.

via NDTV|
#afghanistan#education#education-issue
education2 years ago

Historic Graduation Ceremony Awards Diplomas to Segregated Black Deaf Students

Gallaudet University, a historic university for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in Washington, D.C., held a graduation ceremony to honor 24 Black deaf students and four Black teachers who were forced to attend segregated schools on their grounds. The university issued an apology for perpetuating historic inequity and systemic marginalization against the Black Deaf community. The ceremony marked the culmination of a long battle for equality and recognition, and the university plans to create a memorial to honor those who fought for the rights of Black Deaf children.

via CBS News|
#apology#black-deaf-students#education
crime2 years ago

Mass shooting at Richmond graduation ceremony leaves multiple injured and suspects in custody.

Thirteen people were injured and two suspects are in custody following a mass shooting that took place during Huguenot High School's graduation ceremony at Altria Theater in downtown Richmond. Seven people were shot, with three in life-threatening condition, and two people were injured by falls, one was hit by a car, and three self-transported to the hospital for anxiety. Two people are reported dead, but police have not confirmed this information yet. All Richmond schools have been closed for Wednesday, June 7.

via WRIC ABC 8News|
#crime#graduation-ceremony#injuries
politics2 years ago

Biden Stumbles at Air Force Academy Graduation

US President Joe Biden stumbled and fell on stage after handing out the last diploma at a graduation ceremony at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado. He was quickly helped up by an Air Force officer and two Secret Service agents and walked back to his seat unassisted. The White House communications director confirmed that he was fine and that there was a sandbag on stage while he was shaking hands.

via The Guardian|
#graduation-ceremony#joe-biden#politics
politics2 years ago

Biden's Quick Recovery After Fall at Air Force Academy Graduation

President Joe Biden tripped and fell after handing out the last diploma at a graduation ceremony at the U.S. Air Force Academy, but quickly recovered with the help of three people and walked back to his seat unassisted. The fall came after Biden delivered a commencement address to a flag-waving audience where he warned graduates they will enter service in an increasingly unstable world, citing challenges from Russia and China. The White House communications director confirmed that Biden was fine and explained that he tripped over a sandbag on stage while shaking hands.

via Reuters|
#graduation-ceremony#health#joe-biden
politics2 years ago

VP Harris to Make History as First Woman Commencement Speaker at West Point

Vice President Kamala Harris will become the first woman to deliver a commencement address at the U.S. Military Academy, where about one quarter of the student body are women. Harris plans to make the case that a strong U.S. military is vital to world security and applaud the graduating cadets for their noble sacrifice in serving their country. The academy didn't admit women until 1976 and had its first female graduates in 1980.

via ABC News|
#commencement-speech#diversity#graduation-ceremony
education2 years ago

Controversy Erupts at New College Graduation Over Keynote Speaker and Conservative Takeover

Former Trump adviser Dr. Scott Atlas was met with boos and jeers during his keynote speech at the New College of Florida's graduation ceremony, which comes amid a conservative takeover of the liberal arts college. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis replaced nearly half of the college's board of trustees with conservative allies, leading to the abolition of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. In protest, students held an alternate commencement ceremony where they heard remarks from Maya Wiley, president of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights.

via CNN|
#conservative-takeover#education#florida
discrimination2 years ago

Racial Segregation at Graduation Ceremony for Black Student with Cornrows

A biracial student in Japan was segregated from his classmates during their graduation ceremony for wearing cornrows, which the school deemed prohibited. The student was forced to wait in a separate room and was told not to respond when his name was called. The incident sparked discussions on how schools implement their strict rules and how they affect racial minorities. Japanese schools have faced criticism in the past for their strict rules, including forcing students to dye their hair black.

via Yahoo News|
#black-student#cornrows#discrimination