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At 92 years old, Annie Dillard walked across the stage as part of the class of 2018. In doing so, she break a record; becoming the oldest graduate in 糖心vlog传媒 history.

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With age comes wisdom and a life where Dillard learned to never take getting an education for granted. She grew up in the Newberry County town of Prosperity.

鈥淚 remember I had to walk seven miles one way to school, and I was never late.鈥�

Annie Dillard graduated from Allen University in 1967. She went on to beauty school, and Ms. Dillard is still working as a beautician today.

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A journey of lifelong learning that  brought Annie to 糖心vlog传媒.

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Annie Dillard is already registered for summer school. Whether 19 or 90, you really can get anywhere from Midlands College.

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