Last night, I received an envelope marked to me from Murdoch University.

“How odd, I’m sure I returned all my library books”, I thought. Towards the last semester of my course, I went on a crazy reading spree, devouring almost anything I could lay my grubby hands on.

Lo and behold, I saw a familiar brochure slip out from its midst.

GRADUATION CONVOCATION IN PERTH CONVENTION CENTRE.
15 SEPTEMBER 2008.

Huh? I didn’t know I was scheduled for a convocation in Perth. The last time I talked to Graduations Office, they said they registered me for the one to be held in Singapore.

I began to entertain the idea of going for this one. My parents haven’t visited Perth, and I would really like to fly back and visit for a bit. Plus, my PR application is still pending, and I’m not sure whether I can really make it for the October date in Singapore. I really want to return home though, it’s more than the food obviously, but visa restraints are really frustrating me. And obviously, Immigration won’t tell you when they will process your application. It’s as if home security will be affected if they give you an approximate date. Still, it’s not like I’m being unreasonable. I understand where they’re coming from, I just wish they’ll be more flexible since I need to plan whether I want to book air tickets or not.

A convocation 2 days after my birthday. Sounds good huh. I’m already having visions in my head. Anyway, it’s far too early to say anything. I logged onto MyInfo and saw that they allowed me 2 options to select – Perth or Singapore. Wow, it’s actually efficient!?

Anyone, give them an award please!