Gordon Eatley, M.A., reminds us that it’s never too late to pursue a graduate degree.

From the UL Grad School News page:

At 77 years old, Gordon Eatley reminds us that it’s never too late to pursue a graduate degree.

Although Eatley’s college journey began in his younger years, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation in 2020 at the age of 73. But the COVID pandemic robbed him of the joy of walking across the commencement stage to receive that degree. This turn of events, coupled with a love of learning and a wealth of lived experiences, fueled a desire to earn a master’s degree in history. Eatley looked forward to the day when he could smile proudly and wave to his family as he received another diploma. He earned that diploma -- the M.A. in history -- and walked the stage at UL Lafayette’s College of Liberal Arts commencement in May 2024.

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