When the World Cup Came to Convocation - U of T Magazine
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Thousands of soccer fans clad in red and white – many with blankets, chairs and friends in tow – descended on King’s College Circle in June to cheer on Canada during the FIFA World Cup.
A watch party centred around a giant outdoor screen took place alongside one of U of T’s spring convocation ceremonies, creating an unusual convergence of celebrations. Graduates and their families paused their photo-taking to catch a glimpse of the match, while current students joined friends on the lawn to soak in the atmosphere.
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