Student working as jeepney driver to pay for college finally graduates

Netizens are hailing a young jeepney driver for finally arriving at his destination after a five-year journey.

According to a report on "Saksi," Marvin Daludado earned a Bachelor's Degree in Science and Information Technology by working as a jeepney driver starting 2016.

To pay for his tuition, Marvin hit the road at 5 a.m. in the morning, came home by 7 a.m., then drove to school in the same jeepney he carried passengers in.

Marvin would even make an additional pasada after class, especially when he has more expenses.

His parents were not too thrilled about his driving stint at first, but they warmed up to the idea after seeing his dedication.

Marvin said he kept finding ways to pay for his studies, even when jeepney operations came to a halt due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases, like selling fruits on the side.

Now a college graduate, Marvin remains very grateful to his parents, his friends and of course, his passengers, for getting him to where he is today.

"Kung 'di rin dahil sa inyo, 'di rin ako makakatapos (I wouldn't finish my studies if it wasn't for you)." —Margaret Claire Layug/JCB, GMA News