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Emory University Moves Commencement Ceremony To Suburb Amid Safety Concerns

Authorities detain a protester on the campus of Emory University during a pro-Palestinian demonstration, in Atlanta, Georgia, April 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Emory University in Atlanta has decided to relocate its commencement ceremony to a suburb due to safety and security concerns arising from recent anti-Israel protests on campus. The ceremony will now take place at an indoor complex in Duluth, Georgia, which includes the Gas South Arena and the Gas South Convention Center.

University President Gregory L. Fenves emphasized that the decision to move the ceremony was made after careful consideration and in consultation with the Emory Police Department, security advisors, and other agencies. These entities collectively advised against holding the Commencement events on the university's campuses.

Concerns over safety and security due to recent anti-Israel protests on campus.
Emory University relocates commencement ceremony to Duluth, Georgia.
President Fenves consulted with security advisors and police before making the decision.

Fenves acknowledged the disruptions that many graduating seniors faced during their high school graduations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He assured the students that despite the changes, they will still have a meaningful and memorable ceremony. Each graduate will have their name read aloud, and they will be officially conferred with an Emory degree.

The decision to relocate the commencement ceremony underscores the university's commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its students, faculty, and guests. By moving the event to a more secure location, Emory University aims to provide a positive and celebratory experience for the graduating class of seniors.

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