College Grad At 81: “It’s Never Too Late”

80-year-old Vietnam veteran Charlie Whaley recently graduated from Georgia Highlands College. He reflects on his time in the military and shares how a challenge from his grandson inspired him to earn a degree of his own.

He highlights why he chose criminal justice and how his education expanded his horizons by allowing him to learn alongside the younger generation. Charlie also shares an exciting graduation gift he got for himself.