Michael, your post really resonated with me and my own experiences. I too have cried at many graduation ceremonies and I feel any instructor that has not had this experience is missing out on the real purpose of teaching and learning. I am not sure I have ever encountered an educator that was involved for the money, there are many professions where the financial rewards are much greater versus a career in education. The sensation of accomplishment when watching a student receive their diploma and the excitement of hearing of their accomplishments after graduation is with more to a true educator than any level of monetary gain. Regards, James Jackson