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Carol Banawa earns her bachelor's degree in nursing

By Cara Emmeline Garcia
Published October 20, 2020 10:21 AM PHT

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“Bachelor's degree before 40.” Singer Carol Banawa proves it's never too late to achieve your dreams.

Singer Carol Banawa adds another feather in her cap: earning her bachelor's degree.

On Sunday, October 18, the 39-year-old singer proudly announced that she has graduated with a degree in nursing from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona.

“Another goal achieved,” she says in the caption along with a photo of herself wearing her toga.

Carol dedicates the post to her husband, Ryan Crisostomo, who has been supportive throughout her collegiate journey.

“Thank you, mahal, for working so hard for us, which allowed me to pursue my studies. Thank you for always pushing me, supporting me, and believing in me.”

She also thanks her children, relatives, and friends who have been patient with her and contributed to her success.

“Thank you for always believing in me. I hope you are all proud of me. I love you all so much,” she says.

Concluding her post, she encourages everyone to pursue their life goals regardless of age.

“Bachelor's degree before 40. You are never too old to reach for your dreams!

“Dream it. Believe it. Do it. Conquer it. To God be the glory, “ she said.

Another goal achieved! ❤️ Thank you mahal, for working so hard for us which allowed me to pursue my studies..thank you for always pushing me, supporting me and believing in me ❤️ Thank you to my children for always being patient with Mama, for understanding the times that I have to stay in front of the computer to finish my posts, papers and projects..I love you all so much ❤️ To my Papa, Mama, Kuya and Ate, I finally did it! This is for you guys ❤️ Thank you for always believing in me..I hope you are all proud of me. I love you all so much❤️ To my relatives and friends who have always supported me, cheered for me, and celebrated with me..thank you, I miss you all and I love you all! Bachelor's degree before 40. You are never too old to reach for your dreams! Dream it. Believe it. Do it. Conquer it. To GOD be the GLORY!!!❤️ #BSN #gcu2020 #universityhonors

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Before receiving her diploma, Carol is already a registered nurse. She obtained her associate degree in nursing from the Northern Virginia Community College in 2018, where she graduated as her summa cum laude.

During the height of the global pandemic, she also served as a frontline medical worker.

In September, Carol announced that she is expecting her third child.

Congratulations, Carol!