With lingering concerns over the spread of the H1N1 flu, UNM graduates and their families are being asked to take extra precautions so that Commencement remains a joyful experience. Most importantly, if you are sick, please stay home for your own sake and the sake of everyone else. Medical professionals also advise people with chronic illness or who may have a heightened risk of infection to check with their physicians before joining in a large public gathering like Commencement.
For the safety and convenience of our graduates, hand washing stations will be available in the EXPO New Mexico Creative Arts Center where they will be lining up. Hand sanitizer will also be provided for graduates during the processional line-up. During the ceremony, graduates will be handed their diploma covers, but there will be no accompanying hand shake.
Commencement is the best time of the academic year and one of the most important events of your life. We want you to join us in insuring it is a happy and safe event.
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