University ditches 150-year-old 'John Knox cap' graduation tradition

The Geneva Bonnet, also known as the John Knox Cap, will no longer be used to tap the head of graduating students.
CNN

Metal detectors. No banners, flags or large bags. Expect heightened security at university commencements after protests

Madelyn Gamble’s journey to graduation at Indiana University has been bookended by forces beyond her control. Gamble spent freshman year taking online university courses amid the Covid-19 surge. She ...

Protest at Stanford University graduation as Google CEO Sundar Pichai takes the stage

A group of graduates walked out of Stanford University’s commencement ceremony Sunday moments after Google CEO Sundar Pichai began delivering his keynote address. Videos circulating on social media ...
The New York Times

Governors, Actors and a Talking Frog: Here’s Who’s Speaking at Graduation

As colleges face increased scrutiny from the federal government, they are taking diverging approaches in choosing commencement keynotes. By Mitch Smith The federal government has investigated ...
Saint Louis University

Graduation Information

The 2026 Saint Louis University School of Science and Engineering precommencement ceremony will take place on May 15, 2026, at Chaifetz Arena. This ceremony introduces and recognizes all SLU School of ...

Lady Louise Graduates from the University of St. Andrews, Just Like Cousin Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince Edward's daughter is expected to take a gap year after graduation ...

Edinburgh University ditches 150-year-old graduation cap tradition

The Geneva Bonnet, also known as the John Knox Cap, will no longer be used to tap the head of graduating students.