Young man cannot attend his graduation ceremony because he has cancer: the rector brings his certificate to the hospital
Obtaining a bachelor's degree is every university student's dream, but unfortunately sometimes fate doesn't let us reach these important milestones easily: this was the case of Elvis González, a 28-year-old Colombian who graduated in graphic design but who, unfortunately, was unable to receive his certificate due to a serious illness.
The young man was afflicted with cancer and had to undergo therapy at a hospital that prevented him from being present at the graduation ceremony. However, the rector of the university decided to give him a wonderful surprise.
via El Clarin
After years of effort, Elvis graduated in graphic design from the University Autónoma del Caribe, in Barranquilla, Colombia. Professor Mauricio Molinares, who is the rector, decided to go to the hospital where the young man was being treated to personally hand him his degree.
The rector of the university arrived at the hospital dressed in his mortarboard hat and official gown and with the degree in hand, surprising everyone. Within seconds, the room became a magical place where Elvis received not only the coveted certificate, but also special recognition for his performance during his university career.
"Congratulations, you are now a graduate. The doctors didn't allow you to go to the university for the graduation ceremony, so we brought the ceremony here," the professor told Elvis. "Here, in this bag, I brought your mortarboard hat and your toga," he added.
The young man was therefore able to receive his degree as per tradition, accompanied by his relatives. "A heartfelt thanks goes to the University Autónoma del Caribe for all the support and dedication they have given me in becoming a professional," said Elvis. This young man has realized his lifelong dream and now, with the same determination and courage that characterizes him, he intends to overcome the disease that afflicts him.
We wish him the best of luck and great success.
