One of the most beloved presidents of my alma mater, Miami University, was fortunate enough to live during a period of great cultural and technological change and spent much of his career at the same institution. A historian of the university wrote of this president, Alfred Upham, “He first came to the college in a horse and buggy; he lived to dedicate the Miami airport.” Upham served as Miami’s president for 17 years.
Not Just a No-Show: Understanding Faculty Absence at Graduation
Each spring, university campuses are spruced up: Lawns are mowed and stages assembled, and rows of chairs fill the arena. Graduation is a time-honored tradition, celebrating students’ hard work and
Heidi Hillman
July 21, 2025
