A few words on the Baccalaureate Ceremony June 5, 2010
Posted by The Wayward Wiccan in : Random Ramblings , trackback
In a couple of days I will be attending the Baccalaureate Ceremony of my best friend’s daughter and I have to say I’m really excited about it! Can’t wait to dress up and join the festivities.
A Baccalaureate Ceremony dates back to the Middle Ages when meaningful symbols were associated with the conferring of a degree. This is a highlight of the academic year and a time to rejoice, praise, honor and celebrate learning. It is also a time to recognize, in a formal manner, the achievements of our friends, relatives and colleagues.
It is believed that the Baccalaureate Ceremony originated at Oxford University in 1423 when each bachelor was required to deliver a sermon in Latin as a part of his academic requirements. These days the ceremony is either held on the Sunday or Wednesday night immediately preceding graduation or directly before the graduation. Unlike many other celebrations, this is a quieter, more intimate ceremony.
A public school Baccalaureate usually features student and faculty speakers, respected community leaders or local religious leaders. The presence of religion has raised controversy in the past. Not too sure that I like that, either. The speeches are intermixed with musical performances, drama and worship.
Families dress up for this important event, which typically runs between one and four hours, and bring cameras to take photographs afterward.
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