Post by University of Massachusetts Global

Five years ago, she didn’t know if she would see her children grow up. Today, she stands as a cancer survivor, mother, educator, department chair, and proud UMass Global graduate. 🎓 During her journey to earning her master’s degree in special education, she welcomed two children, navigated cancer treatment, balanced teaching, and continued pursuing the future she imagined for herself and her students. Her commencement speech is a reminder that progress doesn’t always happen in perfect conditions. Sometimes it happens through uncertainty, resilience, support, and refusing to give up. Watch her powerful story and tell us: What helped you keep going when life and your goals collided? 💛 #UMassGlobal #ClassOf2026 #Commencement #AdultLearners #OnlineLearning #StudentSuccess

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