Several students and members of Greek-letter organizations are upset over the decision to move the students to floor level as they receive their diplomas instead of students being able to walk across the stage.
Sam Houston State told FOX 26 they're committed to hosting an event that is "accessible and as safe as possible for all guests and participants." A spokesperson for the school did not confirm whether strolling on stage prompted the need for safety.
A member of the SHSU's National Pan-Hallenic Council, who chose to remain anonymous, told FOX 26 the university met with the council in February to discuss alternatives to strolling during commencements. They stated that NPH mentioned a few alternatives to accommodate both students who wanted to celebrate and the President and staff on stage. They offered to create a list of people expected to stroll, elongating the stage, or increasing fines for organizations for "excessiveness.
"This is not only punishing Divine Nine Members but all the class of 2023," stated the council member. Several students we spoke with Wednesday said they are not bothered by students wanting to celebrate their graduation by strolling. "They're excited about graduating," says 2023 graduate Owen Brock, who also works regularly on constructing the school's stage at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum. "They say it's for safety issues. That's a lie. We're using the same stage we've used for every single event, and that's never been an issue."Caroline Carlton, who is getting her Bachelor's in Education next week, says her parents were upset after hearing the news.
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