McGill University has reversed recent changes to its 2025 convocation plans following widespread student backlash. The university originally announced that ceremonies would be moved from the downtown campus lawn to the Tomlinson Fieldhouse gym and that graduates would be limited to two guests, each requiring a $25 ticket. The move—which CBC says is intended to offset costs—sparked frustration among students, who launched a petition. On Friday, McGill confirmed it would return to its original plan of offering four free guest tickets per graduate. Additional ceremonies have been added to accommodate the number of guests, and the university is installing temporary cooling systems in the venue.
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