Read about this today in the Minneapolis Star Tribune - sadly enough, in the "business & money" section:
"Having already purchased two class rings, Aaron Tyler decided to commemorate his graduation in a different way."
"An Uploma is a five pound, desktop sculpture adorned with your name, school, year of graduation, degree, concentration and accomplishments. They cost between $189 and $229."
"David Duckworth, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering said: 'Everyone should get one for working their butt off for four or five years.' "
Haha I was disappointed that even a fellow engineer would not be more practical!