It’s a debate that’s raged for years – are the astronomical costs of college truly worth it? Do we need to invest four years and a small fortune to secure a high-paying job? The truth is, there are various in-demand trades and certifications that offer quicker paths to better job opportunities. The price and time commitment of a degree often leave people questioning the value of higher education.
For those who do choose to pursue a college degree in the United States, the financial sacrifices are substantial, making every moment on campus even more precious. After dedicating years of hard work and a life savings of $100,000 to achieve a degree, it’s only natural to want to relish the graduation ceremony.
This story centers on a recent graduate from the University of New Hampshire, Vanessa, whose graduation walk took an unexpected turn.
Vanessa, known as @nessieshawty on TikTok, shared a video capturing her momentous walk across the graduation stage. However, her joyful journey was rudely interrupted by another individual’s family member who inexplicably chose to stand in front of the ramp, blocking Vanessa’s path and obstructing her diploma-awarding moment.
In the now-viral TikTok, Vanessa humorously labeled this unwelcome intruder a “Karen” as the woman’s camera lens obstructed the diploma hand-off she had been eagerly anticipating.
Throughout the video, the woman, seemingly absorbed in capturing every moment, followed the graduate in front of Vanessa, continuously snapping pictures. While we can witness Vanessa’s descent down the ramp, the most crucial part of the ceremony, the diploma exchange with the dean on stage, remains hidden from view.
Social media users shared their opinions in the comments section.
One person remarked, “If I were $100,000 in debt, having someone block me like this would be a serious offense.”
Another pointed out, “I believe the fault lies with the school for organizing the walk this way.”
In her caption, Vanessa pleaded, “Someone come get this lady!”
Despite a few commenters defending the woman in question, suggesting she was merely a proud family member cherishing her child’s accomplishment, others argued that she should have adhered to the event’s norms and remained seated like everyone else.
“This is a sense of entitlement and an inconsiderate move,” one user noted.
The verdict seems rather straightforward – this ‘Karen’ breached the unwritten etiquette of graduation ceremonies, hindering other proud parents and family members from witnessing their loved ones’ triumphant march across the stage. Yet, whether the blame falls solely on this woman or also on the school for the ceremony’s organization remains a question deserving of its own discussion.
