KUALA LUMPUR: A graduate celebrated her convocation online in full attire at a flood relief centre, demonstrating remarkable resilience and garnering widespread admiration from netizens for her positivity during challenging times.
In a TikTok video posted by @pearlia39, the graduate is seen proudly wearing her cap and gown, seated beside her mother, with a laptop displaying the graduation ceremony in front of them.
The caption explains that instead of attending the ceremony in person at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), she was forced to participate virtually due to the flooding.
She shared her experience as a flood victim and reached out to others facing similar challenges.
The video has garnered over 224,500 views and 23,400 likes, with many netizens congratulating her for maintaining her spirits during this difficult time.
@dstmz0 expressed sadness for the graduate but offered congratulations, stating that she will "get good fortune" later in life.
Meanwhile, @nurinzzz_ congratulated her, noting that she is "strong and brave."
User @johnweak123456 suggested that universities organise a special graduation ceremony for those graduates affected by the floods, arguing that "this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience" that would help lift their spirits after such hardships.