This will probably be a continuing trend across the country but it has hit an HBCU.
Howard University will not have a graduation ceremony this year. This complies with the current rules of not having large public gatherings due to coronavirus fears.
University President Wayne A.I. Frederick said in a statement, "Commencement and All-Class Reunions are canceled."
The statement continued saying, "Given that Howard’s Commencement activities garner crowds of thousands, and the numerous elders and children regularly in attendance, we will cancel the event to avoid the potential for additional virus spread which would be problematic."
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