This Wednesday, I graduated from the University of Edinburgh. I’m now officially a Master of Science in Design and Digital Media, which means that I’m now signing everything with ‘MSc’ at the end of my name.
The ceremony took place inside McEwan Hall, one of the ancient buildings that forms part of the University’s main campus.
I looked like a wizard, dressed entirely in black, with a black robe. The only splash of colour was a green and white hood–I guess I’m a Slytherin? Pity, I always thought that I was a Ravenclaw (though my Gryffindor sister will say that the Slytherin is probably more accurate).
Anyways, Edinburgh has a really cool tradition. We get hit on the head with a cap made out of John Knox’s trousers and including a bit that has gone to space. It really beats the traditional handshake, and I think speeds things up a bit. Mum, being a medical professional, was concerned about spreading head lice.
It was a lovely day, a lovely ceremony, and a good opportunity to see my friends once again.
Ned Barnett 
Congrats! I missed my grad ceremony because I came home to interview for jobs 😀
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Thanks Geoff!
I’m here through January, might be back Stateside then for a couple of years. Trying to do the job search thing. 🙂
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Congratulations!
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Thanks!
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The Monkey congratulates you. My best friend would say there is nothing wrong with being a Slytherin since they have Alan Rickman for Head of House.
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Nothing wrong at all with being a Slytherin. We get cool robes.
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Great news…Congratulations… dad told me he was going to your graduation. He is very proud of you. good luck with your search for gainful employment…
Bob Letourneau
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Thanks Bob!
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Congrats! Great achievement. Much braininess!
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Thanks Jon! I’m really proud of myself for achieving this. The year went by so quickly.
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Good work. We expect great (greater) things now.
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Thanks Paul! No pressure, eh?
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