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　　Tapped on the head with a scarlet cloth cap, Britain's Prince William became a university graduate Thursday — and lost the protection from the media he has enjoyed during his student years. 　　From now on, the second in line to the throne can expect intense scrutiny of his behavior, his career plans and his relationship with fellow St. Andrews graduate Kate Middleton. 　　"I'm going out into the big wide world — not just essays now," William said. 　　The 23-year-old prince — or, as he was listed in the graduation program, William Wales — was among 260 students graduating in a tradition-steeped ceremony at St. Andrews University.