I'd like to weigh in on this as well. I agree with Sherman, Bill and Greg - this is a highlight of the convocation, it is our most prestigious award and should not be shunted aside. Admittedly I've never been a big fan of the convocation. The presentation of the Distinguished Service Award and the Wittenborn Award are the bright spots that I look forward to - the visuals that accompany the Wittenborn are of particular interest and a palpable relief from talking heads. So I guess the question is what IS being done to honor the winners? And what do we gain by removing this item from the convocation?
Martha Mahard
Simmons GSLIS
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