Dying wish granted, dad sees son get a diploma
Go Deeper.
Create an account or log in to save stories.
Like this?
Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.
The commencement ceremony for a University of Minnesota student is the very definition of bittersweet.
U of M engineering student Collin Brown got his diploma yesterday after university president Eric Kaler agreed to hold the ceremony early so that Brown's dad could see his son get a diploma.
Ken Brown, of Champlin, was diagnosed with ALS in his son's freshman year and he's not expected to live until the U's regular commencement.
This is what grace looks like.
Turn Up Your Support
MPR News helps you turn down the noise and build shared understanding. Turn up your support for this public resource and keep trusted journalism accessible to all.
