SCAD Atlanta opening ceremonies held amid burst water pipes – WSB-TV Channel 2

The first graduation ceremony began at 8:30 a.m. According to the college, during this ceremony, matriculated graduates walk across the main stage of the SCADshow to receive their diplomas.

The final opening ceremony is scheduled for 5 p.m.

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Actor Rob Lowe speaks at the Savannah College of Art and Design Commencement.

Lowe will speak at the ceremonies on the Savannah and Atlanta campuses.

“I am honored to be the SCAD commencement speaker for the Class of 2024 in Savannah and Atlanta,” Lowe said in a press release. “I am particularly honored to play this role on the occasion of SCAD’s 45th anniversary. What a step! »

SCAD says this is the largest graduating class in university history, with more than 3,700 graduates in more than 40 majors.

Click here to learn more about where you can watch the ceremonies.

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