May 16: WCU Virtual Commencement
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WCU Virtual Commencement, 5-16-20In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, William Carey University will host virtual commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16.
WCU President Dr. Tommy King congratulated the Class of 2020.
“First, let me say how much we admire your persistence in completing your degree requirements. Many of you went through the 2017 tornado and are now enduring the 2020 COVID crisis, yet you have not let these hindrances keep you from achieving your goals. We are so proud of you,” King said.
“I regret that you will not be able to receive your diploma in a traditional ceremony. We have considered many ways to make this occasion memorable for you because it is important to honor your hard work and achievement.”
WCU has hosted two other virtual ceremonies on its website for Honors Day Convocations at the university’s Hattiesburg and Tradition campuses.
“I have received many compliments on the virtual Honors Day Convocations, which students, family and friends can view at the leisure. The virtual graduation will be the same and, if there’s an upside to not being able to hold in-person ceremonies, it’s that many more people will be able to see them than would have been possible at Thomas Fine Arts Auditorium,” King said.
For scheduling details about WCU’s virtual commencement ceremonies, visit the “Events” listing on the university’s website,
www.wmcarey.edu/event/2020-05-16/spring-commencement.