No National Anthem ever, to my knowledge, at UEA.
Occasional music beforehand, processional in and out, then
jolly tunes to encourage people to leave the hall so we can
get ready for the next one...
Tony
On Wed, 19 Apr 2000 19:29:21 +0100
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> Southampton Institute is presently reviewing the topic of
> playing/singing the National Anthem at the end of their
> Graduation Ceremonies.
>
> I do recall, in the dim and distant past, that there was
> some discussion on this matter on the mailbase.
>
> However, can I ask whether other hei's have taken the
> decision not to play/sing the National Anthem at their
> Graduation Ceremonies and if so did they consult with their
> student body/their guests/or academic staff?
>
> I realise that this might be a "sensitive" issue but any
> experience on this issue would be appreciated.
>
> With thanks
>
> Janet Bradford
> Deputy Registrar (Awards and Governance) Southampton
> Institute e-mail: [log in to unmask]
>
AJ Flack
Senior Group Administrator
Humanities & Social Sciences
UEA
Norwich
NR4 7TJ
01603 592967
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