Classic (24 + free space)
Throwing caps in the air
Moving the tassel from right to left
The valedictorian gives an emotional speech
Someone trips walking across the stage
A completely obnoxious, loud airhorn from the crowd
The phrase "the real world" is used
A customized, decorated graduation cap
"Pomp and Circumstance" plays
Someone mispronounces a student's name
Handing the principal/dean a joke item instead of shaking hands
A graduate wearing totally inappropriate shoes (like Crocs or flip-flops)
A speech that quotes Dr. Seuss ("Oh, the Places You'll Go!")
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A beach ball is batted around the crowd
Parents aggressively pushing to get a photo
A reference to the future or "making a difference"
Shaking hands and receiving the diploma cover (that is usually empty)
Sweating profusely under the graduation gown
Someone yells a nickname as a student walks
A graduate taking a selfie on stage
Alumni passing out programs
"We made it!"
Hugging friends and crying
Trying to find your family in the massive crowd
A celebratory dinner reservation afterward