Cursory: Desmond Durham an inspiring single father has recently graduated with his master’s degree. The 36-year-old man who said his son is his source of inspiration, juggled 3 Jobs with his full time study. His professors have all commended his hardwork and how he managed everything on his plate efficiently. He celebrated his graduation with his family beside him.
Most, if not all parents will always tell you that parenting is hard, single parents swear that they don’t wish it on anyone.
Now, banking on the testimonies by actual parents; imagine being a single parent, working 3 Jobs while pursuing and bagging a masters degree, now that! is a real superhero move as has been accomplished by a very loving and brilliant man.
Desmond Durham, a 36-year-old single father from Newark, New Jersey, is celebrating having earned his Master’s degree. He achieved the incredible feat while juggling three jobs and caring for his son.
Desmond graduated from Montclair State University with a degree in Educational Leadership. He worked three jobs while attending school full-time: teaching young students, instructing adults in the GED, and coaching young people in basketball.
“I never considered myself being the smartest person but the drive and the determination to keep going,” Desmond told ABC7.
“Dedication, hard work, and long days, long nights, it’s the will.”
His nine-year-old son, who was with him all throughout his journey, served as his motivation.
“My son is my reason to keep pushing forward. When he looks at me, I can’t give up,” he said.
His hardwork and perseverance did not go unnoticed. His professors acknowledged his tenacity and have nothing but praises for him.
Rachel Garver, one of his professors, said, “I knew how much he had on his plate and was impressed with everything he was able to handle and hand in such quality graduate school work.”
Desmond’s ultimate goal is to become a high school principal, hoping to be a “reflection and positive light” for his students in Newark, he said.
At his graduation, Desmond was surrounded by his loved ones, including his mother and son. His achievement serves as an inspiration to others, proving that with perseverance, any goal is within reach.
Source: blacknews
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