The event, streamed live from the Great Hall at the University of Sydney, was successfully delivered to 6,000 online guests from 90 countries. It featured speeches and entertainment for the thousands of online viewers. It was a virtual hit, with large numbers of students sharing photos from home wearing their gowns and celebrating with loved ones. Posts included:
“Thank you to all the people who have lifted me up through my years at the University of Sydney. 1 degree down, 1 more to go #usydclassof2020”
“Not the “traditional” University Graduation Ceremony I had thought of at the beginning of my tertiary studies but definitely still a memorable night celebrating with family Graduation cap #usydclassof2020 virtual grad!”