Monday, August 16, 1999
The University Daily Kansan
Section C · Page 13
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COMMENCEMENT 1999: GRADUATES BEGIN ANEW
Top:The force is with students as they celebrate both commencement and the opening of latest Star Wars movie.
Right: Martha Dodge Nichols, class of 1936, stands and receives recognition for her citation of distinguished service from the University and Alumni Association. Nichols received the award for her devotion to the fine arts in KAnsas and at KU.
Top: Professor Robert Anderson gives the graduates some final guidance as he directs traffic on the field.
Left: Graduates sing the "Alma Mater" one last time before departing the University of Kansas. About 4,000 students graduated on May 23 at Memorial Stadium.
Photos by Roger Nomer Kansan photo editor
Top:Brent Hanson, Olathe, visits with his sons, Colton, 6,and Jace,4, after the commencement ceremonies.
Left: Many graduates use their caps to express thanks or share their plans for the future.