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Ruffa Gutierrez successfully defends thesis proposal for Master's degree

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E. Kristhoff Cagape

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<p>Ruffa Gutierrez proudly shared a recent milestone she achieved in her journey for her master&#x27;s degree.</p><p>&quot;One step closer to that master’s degree! 🎓 I successfully defended my thesis proposal at @mypwu_official today. ✨📚📖🤓,&quot; she posted.</p><p>The actress extended her gratitude to her advisor at the university and to everyone who has been supporting her academic dreams, saying: &quot;To my advisor, Dr. Shirley Padua, thank you for your guidance and patience. And to everyone who has been cheering me on, this milestone is for you too. 🥹🥰&quot;</p><p>Reflecting on her journey, Ruffa said that she is proof that there is no timeline when chasing one&#x27;s dreams.</p><p>&quot;I&#x27;m living proof that balancing work, family, and school is not easy but it is worth every moment. This journey continues to remind me that it’s never too late to chase your dreams and finish what you started,&quot; she remarked.</p><p>The actress also highlighted how growth is indeed a continuous process. &quot;Growth doesn’t stop, no matter your age or the season you’re in. I’m proud of myself for choosing to learn again, to challenge myself, and to keep evolving. To anyone out there who feels like it’s too late, you’ve got this!&quot; she stated. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DU0eZhqEnXh/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A56788.89999999991%2C%22ls%22%3A56469.299999999814%2C%22le%22%3A56478.299999999814%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="563" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Fans online were quick to extend their congratulatory messages to Ruffa.</p><p>&quot;Congrats idol! You&#x27;re the best, gusto ko pa ulit mag aral kahit 49yo na ako. Nakaka inspire🙌❤️,&quot; one fan wrote.</p><p>&quot;You inspire us all, Ruffie we are so proud of you! Congratulations!! ❤️&quot; another posted.</p><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2026/1/5/ruffa-gutierrez-pursues-a-masters-degree-at-the-age-of-51-it-s-never-too-late-0855"><strong>READ: Ruffa Gutierrez pursues a masters degree at the age of 51: ’It’s never too late!’</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p>Ruffa graduated from the Philippine Women’s University in Manila in 2022.</p><p>Last December, Ruffa announced that she was taking a master&#x27;s degree in the same university at the age of 51.</p><p>&quot;Feeling inspired to rekindle my passion for learning! 📚📖🤓 Back at my beloved alma mater, Philippine Women’s University, diving into my Master’s in Communication Arts! 🎓&quot; she posted on her Instagram page.</p><p>She added: &quot;Life is all about those projects that enrich us and give our lives meaning and purpose. Remember, if you need to hit that restart button, it’s never too late! It’s not always easy, but wow, is it worth it! 🙏🏻💖🙌🏻&quot;</p>

<p>Reflecting on her journey, Ruffa Gutierrez remarked that she is proof that there is no timeline when chasing one's dreams.</p>

Reflecting on her journey, Ruffa Gutierrez remarked that she is proof that there is no timeline when chasing one's dreams.