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WASHINGTON, Jan. 22 (Xinhua) -- A 94-year-old U.S. woman has graduated from college with top marks and is pursuing a master's degree.
Amy Craton from Hawaii was awarded a bachelor's degree in creative writing and English after attending two and half years of online courses at Southern New Hampshire University.
Craton first went to college 54 years ago, but put her education on hold to raise four children. Now a great grandmother and a wheelchair user, she returned to school by enrolling for an online degree.
"I am trying to live my life to the fullest," said Craton in a video provided by the university. "As long as I get good grades, I'll be happy."
Currently pursuing her master's degree, Craton said she hopes to spend more time writing poetry and become a children's author.
"I feel like I'm still on the road," she said. "I have more to learn."
Paul LeBlanc, president of the university, said: "Amy is the epitome of a lifelong learner, and my hope is that her story will remind others that it's never too late to follow their dreams or learn something new."
