Grateful and proud student

I will forever be grateful to Melanie Orton, an Institutional Registrar at STADIO Higher Education’s Head Office, for assisting me with my query. We were only allowed to take two guests to the Graduation Ceremony, and it was a bit of a pickle because my wife and both my parents really wanted to be there.

During my academic journey, I underwent several surgeries, including two heart surgeries this year. Throughout it all, my wife and parents were incredibly supportive. Balancing part-time studies while working full-time was not easy, and being able to achieve 10 distinctions made this milestone even more meaningful.

I reached out to Melanie to ask whether it would be possible to obtain one extra ticket. She kindly said that she would look into it and get back to me. The very next day, she came back with the wonderful news that my request had been approved and that I would be allowed to bring an extra guest.

Although I know that some students were selling their guest tickets, I felt that it was important to follow the correct procedures and do things the right way.

I would also like to sincerely thank the lady who assisted me at the venue, Ruimsig Convention Centre in Krugersdorp, for retrieving the extra ticket for me. Unfortunately, I cannot remember her name, but her kindness and willingness to help are deeply appreciated.

Thank you all so much for your compassion, professionalism, and support in making this special occasion possible for my entire family.