Four years have gone by in the blink of an eye. I once yearned for the day when I would finally bid farewell to the campus the dormitory the classrooms and the textbooks. I longed to shed the label of "student" and move on. However now that the time to truly depart has arrived I am struck by how much I will miss this place.

Throughout my time here I have left behind cherished memories and moments. The initial step onto the campus was met with a mix of curiosity and unfamiliarity. Guided by my interests I embraced diverse lifestyles encountering both triumphs and failures as well as a blend of perseverance and challenges. Yet it saddens me to admit that as my four years in university draw to a close it feels as though I have attained very little. Within these grounds I have encountered numerous individuals - some have become lifelong friend’s others have merely passed by unnoticed and still others have shared only a fleeting smile. Though I believed I worked diligently and treasured each moment why do I remain plagued by this nagging feeling of incompleteness and regret? As I reflect upon my time here, I find myself contemplating what could have been if I had approached certain situations differently. It is natural to wonder and wish for different outcomes but dwelling on regret serves no purpose now. I understand that I cannot turn back time or be granted a second chance by some higher power. Even if I were given another opportunity there is no guarantee that the result would be any different. Life continues moving forward day by day sometimes feeling insignificant and indifferent until the day comes when you must depart carrying your experiences with you. It is in that moment of departure that the weight of helplessness settles in and one questions why they did not live a more meaningful life.

Four years may seem like a considerable length of time but it passes by swiftly. The past remains unchanged and the scene from four years ago replays in my mind vividly. It is alarming to realize that my memories have not faded at all serving as a reminder of how swiftly time flies. Unbeknownst to me four years have reached their conclusion leaving a long road ahead in the future. I will carry the cherished memories with me embracing the dawn of tomorrow with unwavering self-belief and a determination to seize every opportunity. I will always strive to follow in the footsteps of the sun. Additionally, I extend my well wishes to my roommates’ classmates and fellow alumni hoping for a bright and prosperous future for all.

As I reflect on my graduation and bid farewell to my classmates a bittersweet melancholy fills my heart clouding my eyes. The warmth of the friendships forged throughout these past few years brings solace amidst the nostalgia. Let us raise our glasses and bid adieu with heartfelt blessings accompanying each of us as we embark on our respective paths. May our careers be filled with excitement our lives brimming with happiness and our journey of love grow sweeter with time.

Lastly, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Philea Academy (Formerly known as RISM Hospitality Academy). Thank you to the teachers who tirelessly guided and shaped me. Thank you to the classmates who selflessly offered their support. And a special thank you to my beloved family whose unwavering love and support have played an immense role in shaping the person I am today.

With profound appreciation and heartfelt wishes let us embrace the future with optimism and gratitude.