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VIDEO: NY Dad Keeps Promise To Son—And Degree—In Viral Commencement Chase VIDEO: NY Dad Keeps Promise To Son—And Degree—In Viral Commencement Chase
Video: NY Dad Keeps Promise To Son—And Degree—In Viral Commencement Chase A University at Buffalo graduate turned his commencement into a viral family affair. Jean-Paul Al-Arab made headlines when he sprinted across the stage while carrying his infant son–and while being chased by campus police–at UB’s College of Arts and Sciences commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 18. Al-Arab, who immigrated to the United States from Lebanon in 2022, earned his bachelor or arts degree in criminology all while working overnight restaurant shifts and being the primary caretaker for his son during the day while his wife worked, he told NPR. “I promised myself and I promised him …

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by Michael Mashburn
Schools
Crowd Boos Graduation Speakers In NJ College's Epic Commencement Ceremony Fail (VIDEO) Crowd Boos Graduation Speakers In NJ College's Epic Commencement Ceremony Fail (VIDEO)
Crowd Boos Graduation Speakers In NJ College's Epic Commencement Ceremony Fail (Video) No one can say the Stevens Institute of Technology's 2023 Commencement Ceremony wasn't a memorable one. A major mishap at the Wednesday, May 24 event has prompted an apology from school officials. Footage of the Stevens Institute of Technology Commencement Ceremony 2023.Comixs The ceremony began at the Prudential Center, where Gov. Phil Murphy spoke. The ceremony moved to NJPAC and Newark Symphony Hall, apparently due to uncertainty caused by the NHL playoffs.  It was in the smaller venues where things apparently took a turn. My attempt to impart a few words of wisdom must have go…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Celebs You Probably Didn't Know Were From Central, South Jersey Celebs You Probably Didn't Know Were From Central, South Jersey
Celebs You Probably Didn't Know Were From Central, South Jersey When it comes to celebrities, New Jersey boasts a roster of A-List talent to rival any state. Some of the most iconic athletes, musicians, and TV personalities live in the Garden State, or once called it home. Here are the famous people you probably didn't realize were from South Jersey: Melissa Bacelar was born in Piscataway and is known for "Love Thy Neighbor" and "Pink Eye." Danny DeVito was born in Neptune and raised in Asbury Park. The actor and director is known for "Taxi," "Matilda," "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and more. Emma Bell was born in Woodstown but attended Hunte…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
'Lyndhurst 18' Freed To Walk At Graduation Following Harmless High School Prank 'Lyndhurst 18' Freed To Walk At Graduation Following Harmless High School Prank
'Lyndhurst 18' Freed To Walk At Graduation Following Harmless High School Prank UPDATE: Lyndhurst Schools Supt. Joseph A. DeCorso announced that a group of high school seniors who staged a harmless prank earlier this week can walk at graduation Wednesday night. The schools chief had banned 18 seniors from walking at the scheduled 7:30 p.m. graduation, igniting a firestorm that eventually led him to rescind it. "This morning the administration met with parents of students involved with the high school prank incident," DeCorso said shortly after 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. "As a result of the discussions had, an amicable resolution was reached between the parties. "Details c…

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by Jerry DeMarco
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Prom Is On But Dancing May Be Cancelled For This New Jersey High School Prom Is On But Dancing May Be Cancelled For This New Jersey High School
Prom Is On But Dancing May Be Cancelled For This New Jersey High School Area high schools are planning for graduations and proms -- but COVID-19 still poses some problems, administrators say. If an in-person prom goes ahead at Clearview Regional High School in Gloucester Township, for instance, dancing will not be allowed, according to Principal Keith Brooks. Clearview's Class of 2021 was told dancing may be prohibited during prom next month due to COVID-19 restrictions, NJ Advance Media reports. “The letter was sent in an effort to be fully transparent about the requirements that will define the setting for the prom,” Clearview Regional Schools Superinte…

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by Jon Craig
Schools
Murphy OKs In-Person Graduation Ceremonies Murphy OKs In-Person Graduation Ceremonies
Murphy OKs In-Person Graduation Ceremonies New Jersey graduates will be getting a ceremony this year, after all. Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday announced he is allowing high schools and colleges to hold outdoor graduation ceremonies that comply with social distancing. The move goes into effect July 6. "To the Class of 2020, I am proud to say that you will have your opportunity to join with your classmates and families to celebrate your graduation," the governor said in his daily press briefing. Schools remains closed for the remainder of the academic year. Murphy in April said he couldn't see schools having in-person ceremonies…

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by Cecilia Levine