A college student became emotional after realizing no one from his family came to support him at his graduation.
But just as he walked on stage to receive his diploma, he was surprised by an unexpected gesture of support. When Jeric Rivas arrived at his graduation.
At La Concepcion College in San Jose Del Monte Bulacan, Philippines, he had hoped that his family would finally recognize.
His achievements in studying criminology, according to The Mirror. But as he looked out into the crowd, he realized they had once again chosen not to attend.
His family had shown a pattern of not being present, missing several award ceremonies over the years as well as his high school graduation.