Mother graduates from Bennett College at the age of 60, she said it’s never too late to live your dreams

(CNN) – GREENSBORO, North Carolina (WXII) – It’s graduation season, but for one college grad at Bennett college, this weekend is extra special. Melissa Gray has always wanted to earn her college degree, and at 60 years old, she decided it was time. Related Stories “I love engaging, I love being able to uplift and encourage others to seek their dreams no matter what they are, and no matter how old they are,” Gray said. Gray, who’s not your typical student, is finally graduating with a bachelor’s degree in social work. “I couldn’t see sitting down at 60. There’s so much more that needs to be done in our society and I want to be a part of that,” Gray said. The mother of four said she was inspired to pursue her dreams after a long battle with drug addiction. “I’ve been clean 29 years. Recovery has made it possible for me to wake up those lost dreams,” the graduate said. Gray said walking across the stage will be bittersweet because she will be walking to honor her late son, Dominque who died in a tragic car accident in 2006. “This is not just for me, it’s for him. I’m...