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Kaieteur News- Graduation is often a personal milestone, but for Jermaine Johnson and his daughter, Jasmaine Johnson, it is a shared successโa moment of family pride and accomplishment. ย On Saturday, the father-daughter duo walked across the stageย and received their diplomas, a beautiful achievement that spoke volumes about love, perseverance, and family bonds.
Jermaine graduated with a Diploma in Accountancy from the School of Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation (SEBI), while Jasmaine graduated with a Diploma in General Psychology from the College of Behavioural Sciences and Research (CoBRes).
For Jermaine, graduating with his daughter is nothing short of an honour. โIt feels great graduating with my daughter. It was an honour to walk that stage and collect my certificate and knew my princess will walk that stage too,โ he shared with a proud smile. Reflecting on the experience, Jermaine admitted that the thought of sharing this milestone with his daughter and that it brought him to tears in private moments. โThis shared milestone has strengthened our relationship. Weโve definitely learned more about each otherโs strengths and weaknesses and bonded even more as father and daughter. It proves that whatever we set our minds to, we can achieve,โ he said.
Jasmaine echoed her fatherโs sentiments, describing the experience as โindescribable.โ For her, daddy has always been her hero, the guiding light in her life. โMy father has always been my role model, the apple of my eye. Saying that weโve made it through this journey together is heart-warming. Itโs a reminder that no matter what, we have always been side by side, lifting each other up every step of the way.โ
The road to graduation was not easy for either of them. Jermaine admits that balancing work, family, and his small business was his greatest challenge. โManaging my work, classes, business, and family time felt overwhelming at times, but I kept pushing through because I wanted to be a role model for my daughter. I kept reminding herโand myselfโthat we were in this together.โ
Jasmaine had her own moments of doubt, battling waves of discouragement when the demands of school became overwhelming. โThere were days I felt like giving up, but my father was always there, reminding me of how proud he was. His words were like a gentle whisper of hope. Knowing he had my back gave me the strength to push through,โ she explained.
Their support for each other became a lifeline, turning what could have been an exhausting journey into a great experience. Jermaineโs decision to pursue his programme was fuelled by his passion for financial management. โIโve always wanted to understand how to manage finances better. Even though I have a regular job, I also run a small business, and this programme has helped me become more disciplined and efficient in both areas,โ the proud father noted.
For Jasmaine, the choice of her academic path was rooted in curiosity and a desire to understand human behaviour. โIโve always been fascinated by the human mindโwhy people do what they do, what shapes their thoughts and emotions. This journey has been about more than just academics for me. Itโs been about self-discovery and growth, teaching me to embrace setbacks, ask for help, and find my own identity.โ
Both father and daughter agree that the experience has not only broadened their perspectives but also instilled a sense of discipline and motivation that will carry them through future endeavours.
Jasmaine thanked her mother, who stood by her side every step of the way. Her father, Jermaine, shares the same sentiment, having experienced the same encouragement during his own academic journey.
When asked what advice they would give to other families considering pursuing tertiary education, Jermaineโs message is clear: โGo for it. Be each otherโs support system because it wonโt be easy. But if you stay disciplined and keep your eyes on the prize, you can balance family time and study time. We didnโt come to this earth to settle for mediocrityโwe are all special and have a purpose here. Dream big, think big, and believe that you can achieve anything.โ
Jasmaineโs advice is equally uplifting. โThere is a profound beauty in pursuing educationโitโs not just about achieving goals but also about building friendships, creating memories, and leaving a legacy. Your accomplishments today can inspire your family and future generations to come. The path may be bumpy, but the hugs, smiles, and words of congratulations at the end are worth every challenge.โ
(Feature written by the Department of Events of Events, Conferences and Communication (DECC), Office of the Vice-Chancellor, University of Guyana)ย
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