Finally after two years of studies, restless nights spend to complete the assignments and cramming for the examinations its time for graduation! It was a very strange feeling the first day we entered the university unsure and uncertain about almost everything in life and now we have successfully completed our degrees. We have bore the fruits of relentless hardwork and effort and as the day dawned today, we were over-joyous to attend our most awaited graduation ceremony!
The ceremony was at the Waterfront campus of Deakin University in Geelong. We started at 8am, picked Anusha and Vishwesh on our way who were super excited to attend it! Upon reaching the campus, we had to register at the front desk and we were then directed to the robing rooms for draping our graduation gowns. The draping session was very well organised with professional tailors selecting the best fit gown for each of us and pinning it up to perfection. The outfit gave altogether a different look which made us feel we have already been conferred our degree!
We had sometime in hand for a quick photo shoot with friends before the ceremony began. It was great to see family and friends of all prospective graduates join them on this day to celebrate their achievement. Everyone was deeply engrossed in taking pictures to mark this event as a milestone.
We entered the auditorium at 11am and were briefed on the ceremony proceedings. By 12 noon all were seated and the ceremony began by felicitating and conferring the Doctrate of Philosophy candidates with their certificates. This was followed by the masters and bachelors degree graduates. It was truly a special moment to be on stage and receive the certificate from the Chancellor of the University! I fall short of words to express the feelings to ascribe that wonderful moment!
Post the ceremony, we were served with light refreshments. It was fun to catch up with friends and to know what they plan to do ahead.
The big day ended with lots of chit-chat and a graduation dinner treat at the Italian restaurant, Mrs. Pamras!
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