Back to the cap and gown: Shepherd University holds in-person, socially distanced commencement ceremonies
By Tabitha Johnston - Chronicle Staff | May 14, 2021
Shepherd University Student Government Association President Taylor Seitzinger congratulates her fellow graduates during the Baccalaureate Ceremony in the Butcher Center Saturday morning. Courtesy photo
SHEPHERDSTOWN On Saturday morning, Shepherd University held its 148th Commencement with two in-person, socially distanced ceremonies. Held in the Butcher Center, the day began at 9 a.m. with the Master’s and Doctoral Graduation Ceremony, followed two hours later by the Baccalaureate Convocation.
While the morning was one of rejoicing, it was also one of memory, as the ceremonies were dedicated in honor of former SU Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Scott Beard, who passed away unexpectedly on March 28.