Dickinson College Recreates Commencement for Hospitalized Student
David Swenson '19 and his mother, Lauren Harrison Swenson '85 P'19, are joined by members of Dickinson's board of trustees and President Margee Ensign.
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David Swenson '19 celebrated during private and personalized commencement ceremony
On the morning of the 2019 Dickinson College Commencement, senior David Swenson '19 (international studies, music) was hospitalized, causing him to miss his graduation ceremony. On June 22, Dickinson surprised him with a personal ceremony.
"This definitely makes that promise come full circle," said Swenson, referencing the college's promise for a personalized experience. After descending the steps of Old West, a long-held college tradition, he was greeted by his mother, Laura Harrison Swenson '85, P'19, who handed him his diploma.
"I handed him his diploma as a legacy student," said Swenson's mother. "[Dickinson] has, again, gone above and beyond accommodating us. It's what makes Dickinson so special."
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Published June 24, 2019