After a great deal of planning, Kansas Wesleyan University will host its 2020 Commencement ceremony this Saturday at the Graves Family Sports Complex.
The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m., and is open only to graduates and their four guests who have reserved tickets. Friends, family, and supporters of KWU may watch the event live and free of charge at https://portal.stretchinternet.com/kwu/.
“We conducted a great deal of research this spring, determining what the Class of 2020 would prefer for its Commencement ceremony,” said Dr. Matt Thompson, president and CEO of KWU. “The overwhelming answer was an in-person, traditional event, and after coordinating with the Saline County Health Department during the past few months, we have been able to implement social distancing, crowd limitations and screening processes to make the event as safe as possible. Further, being outside creates a safer environment. While not every member of this class could make it back to Salina for the ceremony — some due to the pandemic, some due to jobs or other responsibilities — we will read every name in the class, nearly 200 in all, to recognize and honor their respective accomplishments.”
In accordance with social distancing guidelines, all graduates were limited to four possible tickets and RSVP’s were closed when a percentage of occupancy was reached. Masks or other face coverings will be required when moving about during, before and after the ceremony, and temperature screenings will be in place for all attendees.