Back Issue: May 30, 2000 | | It was the happiest and most exciting day in the lives of the 157 undergraduate and 147 graduate students who received degrees at Gallaudet’s 131st commencement on May 12. Taking the spotlight was Marion McVernon, who, at age 101, received her long overdue degree. McVernon, originally a member of the Class of 1923, was asked by Gallaudet to go to the Mississippi School for the Deaf to teach home economics before her senior year and was never able to return to the University. Students decorated their caps and gowns to honor their allegiances, whether it was to their country, fraternity, partner, or mom and dad. After the ceremony, at a reception held under clear skies on the grassy area behind the Ely Center and College Hall, everyone from the Class of 2000 had one last chance to mingle before going their separate ways.
Sherry Pedersen, Marc Jette, Ben Hoshina, and Stacey Pedersen sign the national anthem.
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Dr. David Sadker, champion of gender equity, delivers 131st commencement address
Board supports restructuring plan
Honorary degrees
Commencement on-line
Learning is a lifelong process, Dr. Cole tells students at graduate hooding
'Bridging the Gap’ conference focuses on learning disabilities
Activities celebrate Social Work Department’s milestones
Among Ourselves
Up Close
LCC Happenings
Aunt Sophie
Classified
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