I'm going to vote "other" about not responding earlier. I don't frequent this forum very often and sort of stumbled across your post.
My personal experience is that people will swear they will attend something then never show. I believe it's become socially acceptable to do this. I understand that some times things come up and people can't attend, but at least do the courtesy of calling and letting the person know you can't be there.
I have a medical condition that some times forces me to cancel plans at the last minute. My friends know about the problem. I always call the other person to let them know I can't make it.
Congratulations of finishing an advanced degree!
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