The one who wants will make more than the one who can. A beautiful lesson in perseverance was recently taught by an 81-year-old woman when she received her university degree in the United States.

It’s not too late to learn, it just takes effort. Janice Hall’s face stood out among dozens of young people also collecting their titles.

Who is Janice, the 81-year-old graduate

Janice Hall is the guide and inspiration for a family of three children, 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, RCN Radio reports.

He recalled going to college years ago, “but a serious car accident prevented him from reaching his goal”.

Later he developed serious health problems and had to lose his partner. This octogenarian said she had suffered a stroke and “won two battles against breast cancer.”

He admits that he spent time doing nothing, so the idea of ​​resuming his studies came to his mind. He had long since retired.

I was doing nothing and was bored so I thought this was a good chance to finish what I started.

Janice Hall

For this reason he attended Bethel University in Indiana, United States.

graduation has arrived

Janice, to the pride of her family and to her own credit, culminated her career in organizational management, Semana reported.

At the end of April this year, he went to his ceremony wearing the cap and gown, leaning on a walker to approach the authorities and receive the title of teacher.

“It was amazing to receive the compliments, love and support I received on this day,” said an elegant Hall, wearing blue earrings and her nails manicured and painted.

My age and my disability have not defined me. We have so much more to do, even as older people. We have wisdom that we can share with the younger generation

Janice Hall at NBC 15 News

“My mom has been resilient and persistent and has risen to the challenge, not just today, but all her life,” says Michael Patton.

Michelle, her daughter, describes her as an applied student. “I need to get on the phone now, I need to go do my homework,” he told her as the conversation spread over the phone.

The act of diploma was not the point of arrival. Janice Hall returns to college to earn a master’s degree in teaching. “I give all the glory to God,” he told Local 12.