Citing new safety measures, USC announced it is canceling the 'main stage' commencement ceremony that had been planned for May 10.
Following the large pro-Palestine protest held at USC Wednesday, the university announced that it will be canceling the "main stage" graduation ceremony. USC released a statement Thursday saying that due to new safety measures they are unable to accommodate the main stage ceremony which traditionally brings 65,000 people to the campus. That ceremony was set for May 10.
"We understand that this is disappointing; however, we are adding many new activities and celebrations to make this commencement academically meaningful, memorable, and uniquely USC, including places to gather with family, friends, faculty, and staff, the celebratory releasing of the doves, and performances by the Trojan Marching Band," the statement read. SUGGESTED: Tickets will be required for all commencement events on campus taking place from May 8 to 11.
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