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Family, friends and journalism grads celebrate milestone
12-09-2011
Families stake out good positions along the Reynolds School atrium staircase where the Class of 2011 would take its formal portrait.
by Zanny Marsh
Members of the Class of 2011 lined up on the staircase in the atrium of the newly renovated (and not-quite-finished) Reynolds School of Journalism for the traditional class photo. It was the first time most of the students were able to see results of the renovation.
University President Marc Johnson addressed the graduates as students, family and friends assembled before the group photo.
"We are proud of your accomplishments and we will be invested in your success for the rest of your lives," Johnson said.
The graduation reception offers students an opportunity to consider their future conduct as professionals.
The Journalism Student Advisory Council encouraged every graduating senior to pledge the practice of ethical behavior throughout his or her careers. The pledge is voluntary and is made available at graduation receptions prior to commencement exercises in December and May.
Only about half of accredited journalism schools require an ethics course before graduation, and the Reynolds School is among them.
The 2011 Winter Commencement ceremony is scheduled for Dec. 10, at Lawlor Events Center. The Processional begins at 8:30 a.m.
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