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More online colleges are offering virtual and in-person ceremonies for graduates. Consider Columbia Southern University, which hosted graduation exercises in Florida last month. They explain:
Over 1,200 graduates and guests representing countries as far as Kenya, Germany, and Bermuda and cities as close as Pensacola, Navarre and Orange Beach will travel to Pensacola to attend the ceremony. The largest number of graduates, 42, will come from Vietnam...
'Graduation is a particularly meaningful event for students who have never had the opportunity to meet their classmates or faculty members,' said CSU President, Robert Mayes. 'It's an incredible experience to witness online learners from all over the world coming together to commemorate their educational journey.'
Without the traditional cap and gown, graduation can be a letdown for some online learners. The growing popularity of graduation opportunities for online learners lets students celebrate with their peers from around the world.
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If you're an adult learner with past college experience but no degree, you may be able to complete your studies by enrolling in an online school. Many online colleges cater to professional adult students wanting to transfer previous credits and earn a degree in less time than the traditional 4-year program.
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