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Stanford graduates urged to be optimistic, seek justice in clashing ceremonies
Whacky walks, customized gowns and euphoric cheers marked Stanford University’s commencement ceremony on Sunday, where more than 5,000 students marked major life milestones and where graduates and visitors had a chance to hear from two speakers, both immigrants, who in many ways epitomize the current moment in America’s history.
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According to Palo Alto Online’s source item, Stanford graduates urged to be optimistic, seek justice in clashing ceremonies, Whacky walks, customized gowns and euphoric cheers marked Stanford University’s commencement ceremony on Sunday, where more than 5,000 students marked major life milestones and where graduates and visitors had a chance to hear from two speakers, both immigrants, who in many ways epitomize the current moment in America’s history.
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- Stanford graduates urged to be optimistic, seek justice in clashing ceremoniesPalo Alto Online - 2026-06-14T23:24:58+00:00
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