Convocation, a long-awaited celebration of academic achievements, becomes a bittersweet moment for some students as financial burdens take centre stage.
The joy of watching a child ascend the stage to receive their diploma or degree is shadowed by the steep costs associated with the event, including robe rentals, travel expenses, and accommodation.
‘I’ve tried to talk to my parents, but they just ignored me’
Recently, an anonymous user on the X platform shared their dilemma, expressing the heartbreaking reality of having to forgo attending the convocation due to financial constraints.
The individual revealed, “I’m close to going to the convocation, but the hotel isn’t booked yet, and for clothes, I haven’t bought them too.
I’ve tried to talk to my parents, but they just ignored me because they have to spend money on me afterwards.”
The user, stressed and worried, sought opinions on whether skipping the convocation was a viable option.
Netizens react: Questioning responsibility
The responses from netizens varied, with some questioning the responsibility of the prospective graduate.
Criticism centred around the perception that waiting for parental financial support without seeking employment post-graduation was unacceptable.
Comments included remarks such as, “From the day you finished your studies until now, you don’t find any job?” and assumptions that the individual’s parents might be displeased, suggesting, “Their parents are probably pissed. The result must be average but still demand this and that.”
Others advised the individual to take initiative, stating, “You know that you will have a convocation this year, why didn’t you find a job before this? Please learn how to earn your own money. You can’t depend on everything on your parents.”
Another user emphasised the essence of convocation, noting, “Convocation is just a graduation party to celebrate your finished study…It’s just a party.”
Amidst the debate, a more pragmatic perspective emerged, with one user suggesting, “No need to make this a big deal. Just attend the convo. If you think buying clothes requires a lot of money, then just use the old ones.”
What do you think of this student’s situation? Let us know in the comments.
