There's been a last-minute change of plans for graduating seniors in GS: Because of the extensive setup required for President Obama's commencement address at Barnard, your Class Day event is now on Sunday, May 13 at 9 a.m. Here's an email from General Studies' Dean Peter Awn:
Dear Graduates,
Since the announcement of President Obama’s decision to speak at Barnard College, it was apparent that the security requirements surrounding the President’s visit could potentially disrupt the Class Day of GS, if not SEAS as well. We were informed last Friday that, if we were to continue with our original plan to have Class Day at 9am on Monday, May 14th, your families would have to arrive at least three hours before the event (5:30 am) to undergo a lengthy security check to attend a ceremony that is not associated with the President’s visit. In fact, neither you nor your families would be able to remain on campus to hear President Obama speak. We would also be confined to the Butler lawn with no ability to roam around the campus. Frankly, I find that unacceptable.
