A heartwarming moment between a fresh graduate and his father has touched netizens, as Keanne Roeh Isurda, who recently graduated magna cum laude from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), let his father wear his toga—a gesture that fulfilled his father’s unachieved dream of finishing school.
In a TikTok video shared by Isurda, his father is seen emotionally wearing the toga the day before the graduation, saying, “Pinangarap ko rin ito” (I also dreamed of this). He then hugged his son, adding, “Tinupad mo ang pangarap ko” (You fulfilled my dream).
Isurda, the first in his family to earn a college degree, graduated with a degree in English Language Studies, making the moment even more significant for his family.
The touching video has garnered widespread attention, showcasing the deep bond between father and son, and the emotional impact of achieving a shared dream.