She thinks that it sets a bad example and misses the main point of professionalism. To Harriett a true professional is dedicated to a greater good. He or she is committed to help others and to be decent. That's the intent of the Hipocratic Oath in medicine, for example. Physics has not developed such a creed.
Few professions have.
Personally I agree with Harriett. Perhaps each of our many professions would benefit from such a professional oath or creed. I believe that the people in these professions would certainly benefit. For I suggest that our professions are not so much an end, but a means to something better. And second, celebrate your accomplishment, even if it means enduring one more New Orleans party.