Today is my PhD graduation. Yes, I called this my final graduation as I don't think I will continue any academic study beyond this point. A few pictures for family and friends....

Looking back, in year 1997 when I did my first degree, I always wanted to do my masters degree. I was not able to do so straight away due to economic downturn in 1997/98. Hence, the unfulfilling face on BEng photo session...

I eventually managed to do my MSc in 2001 but still look reasonably unhappy (haha.... see photo below). I do remember how I envied graduands wearing PhD robe and 'topi roti canai' during graduation ceremony. At that time, although my masters degree robe was already special and different (well, slightly....), it suddenly felt so ordinary and dull.... and I wish one day I can push my limit and get to wear a PhD robe too.

Today, in 2007, ten years after my first degree... I have achieved my ambition. I didn't realise how big my smile was until I see the photo...

Behind each and every graduands who stand in that hall today, there were families and individuals who provides them support in enduring challenges and difficulties until the end of their study. I am no different to them... my thank goes to my parents and my parents-in-law; who has continuously rendered their support to achieve this. A special thanks goes to a special person - my beloved wife who always stand beside me unconditionally....