Since University is the place where they worked hardest, I think graduates should definitely celebrate on campus. They should act responsibly.
Causing a few disturbances is fine but drunken and unruly behaviour on the campus is not ethical.
It is saddening to think that there may be need for security when people are just celebrating, but prevention is always better than cure, as some things may get out of hand.
One must always bear in mind respect for oneself and those around us.
Maria Catania, 2nd year, BA Social Policy.
I think students should celebrate at University, since they have spent most of their time there.
I also agree that violence and vandalism are no way to celebrate such memorable days.
As long as students drink responsibly and cause some noise, it is acceptable.
However, certain precautions, such as stricter regulations, would help maintain order since some people may cause trouble.
Alexia Baldacchino, recent graduate, Bachelor of Commerce
University is an educational institution, so I completely disagree that graduates should celebrate at such a respectable entity.
Celebrating graduation is great since it is something extremely important in one’s life, however, all other people must be respected.
Celebrations held at University cause noise, disturb lectures, and make some students feel uncomfortable.
The graduates’ behaviour is neither ethical nor responsible, since they should set an example to the rest of the students and be grateful to the University and academic staff who helped them become graduates.
In my country, Peru, private parties are organised after the graduation ceremonies, and since they are usually held in the countryside they do not disturb the public peace.
Graduates there would not dream of disturbing the comings and goings of university.
Ultimately, one should celebrate one’s graduation in a memorable yet healthy way.
Paula Arana Barbier, Foundation Studies Programme