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The monitor wall in the control room at WPSU-TV reflected the combination of live images from studio and sound along with the variety of videotaped roll-ins and graphics used in the virtual production of Penn State's Spring 2020 Commencement ceremony on May 9.

President Barron virtual commencement

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Penn State President Eric Barron welcomed graduates, families and friends to the livestream of Spring 2020 Commencement ceremony on the afternoon of May 9. The broadcast also included live remarks from Vice President and Provost Nicholas Jones, along with a variety of videotaped features and special guest appearances.

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Penn State Vice President and Provost Nicholas Jones, left, co-hosted the Spring 2020 Virtual Commencement ceremony live from WPSU-TV studios along with Penn State President Eric Barron. The May 9 livestream was viewed by Penn State graduates, families and friends worldwide.

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Mortarboard and Tassel

This year, Penn State held a virtual commencement for its 2020 graduates, sending mortarboards and tassels to all members of the 2020 class.

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Academic program banners

Academic program banners representing the 12 degree programs  offered at Penn State Scranton are shown, highlighted against a draped background with the campus logo.